Disaster struck Nebraska’s spring football program as rising quarterback Heinrich Haarberg went down with a devastating ACL tear during an intra-squad scrimmage. The play occurred on a quarterback draw late in the second quarter, where Haarberg planted awkwardly while attempting to evade a tackle. The stadium fell silent as trainers rushed the field. After a lengthy evaluation, he was carted off with visible emotion, and an MRI later confirmed a complete ACL rupture in his right knee. Head Coach Matt Rhule called it a “gut punch” and confirmed Haarberg will miss the entire 2025 season. The injury derails what was expected to be a breakout year for the dual-threat QB, who had finally solidified himself as the starter after a competitive offseason battle. With Haarberg sidelined, the Cornhuskers will now turn to redshirt freshman Zane Flores to lead the offense. Fans are devastated, with many sharing heartfelt messages and videos of Haarberg’s best plays from last season. The setback also casts a shadow over Nebraska’s rebuild efforts in the Big Ten. For Haarberg, the road to recovery begins now — with surgery scheduled for later this week and rehab expected to last up to 10 months.
Heinrich Haarberg Suffers Season-Ending ACL Tear in Spring Scrimmage!
By Mikesportz
