On Saturday, three of Nebraska’s signees competed in the 19th annual All-American Bowl on NBC. Offensive tackle Bryce Benhart, defensive end Ty Robinson and wide receiver Wandale Robinson, along with priority Nebraska target defensive back Noa Pola-Gates, all showed what they can do.
From the start of the game, it was clear that Robinson would make his presence felt.
Wandale Robinson, noted ankle thief. #Huskers pic.twitter.com/g4gVdKP7Rg
— Derek Peterson (@DrPeteyHV) January 5, 2019
One nice bonus on that play is that you can see Ty giving chase downfield. That’s a little thing that coaches surely notice.
The West team struggled throughout the game and ended up losing 48-14, but Benhart was still a bright spot for that team. He did a nice job of slowing down the East’s pass rush (except for the one time he was beat by 5-star Nolan Smith). Benhart’s performance is especially impressive when you consider he is playing under his football weight because of wrestling.
Robinson’s skill set was on full display throughout the game as he showed why he was such a sought-after prospect. The numbers are unofficial, but Robinson ended his day with three catched for 88 yards and one carry for six yards. He also returned one kick for 36 yards.
Robinson has good hands and has proven to be tough on the field, which he showed on a play where Nebraska target Pola-Gates made a big hit on him in the third quarter.
the hit pic.twitter.com/Uv9Yz3FsXo
— Derek Peterson (@DrPeteyHV) January 5, 2019
While Robinson was initially down, he quickly bounced back up and had a nice exchange with Pola-Gates. Robinson was then back on the field one series where he made another nice catch for 28 yards.
https://twitter.com/DrPeteyHV/status/1081642491928104960
In the end, all of Nebraska’s signees played well during the game. Pola-Gates, the lone Huskers target, showed the big hit ability that he is known for even if it created a scary moment for Husker fans. He will make his college announcement on Jan. 19 at the Polynesian Bowl.
Robinson’s big play ability will be the thing most remember from this game. He will now head to Lincoln on Sunday to get a jump start on his college career.
2019 All-American Bowl 🇺🇸 Presented by @amfam winners.
East wins 48-14 behind a record setting performance by @GrahamMertz5 pic.twitter.com/LRxoydKkwE
— All-American Bowl (@AABonNBC) January 5, 2019
Greg is the Recruiting Analyst for Hail Varsity and has covered Husker athletics since 2013. He has always had a passion for sports while growing up in the Chicago area. As he got older and had to hang up his cleats and sneakers, he realized his passion for sports went beyond just watching and attending games. He has covered many events from the Rose Bowl to championship boxing matches. If he’s not talking sports, he’s hovering over his grill. He is married to an amazing woman, Kim, and they have a dog that barks when Greg yells at the TV during games.
