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Rhule talks Nebraska QB competition, Raiola's 'unique arm'

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LINCOLN, Neb. -- As Matt Rhule oversees a spring quarterback competition that includes decorated incoming recruit Dylan Raiola, the Nebraska coach recalls what former NFL general manager Marty Hurney would say to him.

"He said, 'Just remember, Matt, they're all fourth-round players,'" Rhule told ESPN. "I said, 'What does that mean?' He goes, 'If the first-rounder's playing like a fourth-rounder, you're upset, and if the free agent's playing like a fourth-rounder, you're excited. Just coach them all the same. Don't worry about how they got here.'"

Raiola's path to Nebraska is different, as he initially committed to both Ohio State and Georgia before signing with the Huskers, where he became the highest-rated recruit in team history.