Last season, Nebraska passed for a total of 2,920 yards-an amount that earned the Huskers a #9 ranking in the Big Ten. The task now is to see what Nebraska fans can expect come this fall from the players who catch the passes. We’ll see who has departed, who’s coming back and what kind of talent has been added to the roster. Not every one in the room is listed-just those who might have an impact this fall.First, let’s look at the 2026 wide receivers..Coach: Daikiel Shorts, Jr. (Second year at NU)Players Coming Back (2025 stats)1.) Nyziah Hunter (JR), 6-1, 205 Salinas, CATotal yards: 617, Average per catch 14.35 TDs 82.) Jacory Barney, Jr (JR) 6-0, 170, Florida City, FLYards: 484, Average: 10.7, TDs: 5 3.) Cortez Mills (SO) 6-0, 185 Homestead, FLYards: 147, Average: 16.33 TDs: 2 4.) Quinn Clark (SO) 6-5, 210 Bozeman, MTYards: 132, Average: 26.4, TDs: 1Returning WR yardage:Approximately 1,380 and 15 TDsYardage LostDane Key: 452 yards and 5 TDsEmmett Johnson: 320 yards and 3 TDsHelp on the wayKwazi Gilmer: Transfer from UCLALast year’s stats: 535 yards and 4 TDsIt should also be known that Janiran Bonner (6-2, 225 WR) should return this fall after sustaining a foot injury that sidelined him for most of last season. Bonner brings with him a skill set that allows him to line up as a wide receiver as well as a tight end.Speaking of tight ends, let’s take a look at that part of the receiving room.Tight EndsCoach: Marcus Satterfield (Third season at NU in that role)