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Held in check vs. Illinois Gilmer notched four receptions (on eight targets) for 58 yards during Friday's 24-13 defeat against Illinois.

Impact Gilmer was mostly held in check on the day, catching four passes for 58 yards against Illinois. The 6-foot-2 junior was held out of the end zone once again and saw his workload surpassed by fellow receiver Jacory Barney in terms of both receptions and yards on the day, though Gilmer remains one of the primary options within the Nebraska passing attack. A road matchup against Rutgers awaits on Saturday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Quiet day in loss Gilmer totaled four receptions (on 11 targets) for 53 yards during Saturday's 17-10 defeat to Washington.

Impact Gilmer had a tough day against the Huskies, catching just four of 11 targets on the day for 53 scoreless yards. Though he was held out of the end zone, the 6-foot-2 junior led the team with 11 targets on the day, marking his fifth straight contest with nine or more targets. His high level of volume should continue to provide value moving forward, with his next opportunity coming against Illinois on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in Eugene Gilmer had six receptions (on nine targets) for 74 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 17-14 defeat to Oregon.

Impact Gilmer connected with quarterback Anthony Colandrea for a 17-yard scoring strike in the final seconds of the first half, giving the Huskers a 7-0 lead at the break. The 6-foot-2 junior went on to lead the way for Nebraska in both receptions and yards on the day, doubling the next closest pass catcher in both categories. Gilmer has established himself as the go-to option in the Nebraska passing attack and he will hope to continue building positive momentum when the Huskers host Washington following their upcoming bye.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Oregon Ducks Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Oregon Ducks Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

OCTOBER 18 • FOX SPORTS

Raiola's 4-yard touchdown pass with 28 seconds left gives Oregon a 17-14 win over Nebraska

Dylan Raiola threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Jamari Johnson with 28 seconds left to give Oregon a come-from-behind 17-14 victory over Nebraska

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Anthony Colandrea connects with Kwazi Gilmer for 17-yard TD, giving Nebraska lead over Oregon

Anthony Colandrea connects with Kwazi Gilmer for 17-yard TD, giving Nebraska lead over Oregon

OCTOBER 18 • FOX SPORTS

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OCTOBER 18 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Held quiet vs. Hoosiers Gilmer caught 3 of 9 targets for 31 yards during Saturday's 20-17 loss against Indiana.

Impact Gilmer was held to a season-low 31 yards on the day on just three receptions against the Hoosiers. The 6-foot-2 junior saw his lowest output of the season on Saturday, though his nine targets indicate his role within the Nebraska passing attack isn't likely to diminish so quickly. He will hope to get things back on track when the Huskers travel to face Oregon on Saturday.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 10 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Monster day vs. Terrapins Gilmer logged 11 receptions (on 17 targets) for 147 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 48-23 victory against Maryland.

Impact Gilmer had a career day against the Terps, logging career-high numbers in both receptions and yards while recoridng his second multi-score game of the season. The 6-foot-2 junior connected with quarterback Anthony Colandrea on a pair of fourth quarter touchdown tosses, from five and 30 yards out, respectively, putting the game out of reach in the final frame. Gilmer has taken a step forward recently, catching 15 passes for 248 yards and three touchdowns in the team's last two contests. He will hope to keep the positive momentum going when Indiana comes to town on Saturday.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

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Maryland Terrapins vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

OCTOBER 4 • FOX SPORTS

Dwayne McDougle's pick-6 turns game Nebraska's way in a 48-23 victory over Maryland

Dwayne McDougle III’s 81-yard interception return for a touchdown sparked Nebraska in the first half and the Cornhuskers all but shut down Maryland after that in a penalty-filled 4...

OCTOBER 4 • Associated Press

Nebraska's Anthony Colandrea connects with Kwazi Gilmer for two touchdowns in fourth quarter vs Maryland

Nebraska's Anthony Colandrea connects with Kwazi Gilmer for two touchdowns in fourth quarter vs Maryland

OCTOBER 3 • FOX SPORTS

Leading receiver in victory Gilmer caught 4 of 9 targets for 101 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-13 victory over Michigan State.

Impact Gilmer had his best game of the season against Michigan State, totaling a season-high 101 yards through the air to lead the team. The 6-foot-2 junior connected with quarterback Anthony Colandrea for a 44-yard scoring strike in the first quarter, giving the Huskers a 7-3 lead at the time. Gilmer will hope to build momentum off his performance on Saturday, with his next opportunity coming against a potentially demoralized Maryland squad.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Colandrea's two TD passes and stout defense lifts unbeaten Nebraska past Michigan State, 31-13

Anthony Colandrea passed for 212 yards and two first-half touchdowns as undefeated Nebraska pulled away to a 31-13 win over mistake-prone Michigan State in the Big Ten opener for b...

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Nebraska's Anthony Colandrea connects with Kwazi Gilmer for 44-yard TD, giving them lead over Michigan State

Nebraska's Anthony Colandrea connects with Kwazi Gilmer for 44-yard TD, giving them lead over Michigan State

SEPTEMBER 26 • FOX SPORTS

Quiet day in blowout Gilmer gathered in all three targets for 42 yards during Saturday's 34-7 win against North Dakota.

Impact Though he saw a low volume of targets on a day in which Nebraska relied largely on the ground game, Gilmer was efficient, catching all three of his targets. His 43 yards actually led the way for the Cornhuskers, though he was kept out of the end zone for the first time this season. He will hope to see a higher volume when the Huskers travel to face Michigan State to kick off Big Ten conference play on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Two touchdowns in blowout Gilmer gathered in all six targets for 39 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 56-7 win over Bowling Green.

Impact Despite being held to a modest 39 yards on the day, Gilmer shined with his 100 percent catch rate and found the end zone on a pair of touchdown tosses. The 6-foot-2 junior connected with quarterback Anthony Colandrea on scoring strikes of 12 and four yards in the first and second quarters, respectively, to help build the insurmountable Nebraska lead. Gilmer has seen a steady volume of passes through two games and has shown a nose for the end zone, both of which are positives signs for his potential as the 2026 season progresses. A final tuneup matchup against FCS North Dakota awaits on Saturday before the start of the Big Ten conference slate.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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Bowling Green vs Nebraska Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

SEPTEMBER 13 • FOX SPORTS

Anthony Colandrea throws for 4 TDs in Nebraska's 56-7 rout of Bowling Green

Anthony Colandrea threw for a career-high four touchdowns, all in the first half, and Nebraska made fast work of Bowling Green in a 56-7 victory

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Scores in opener Gilmer hauled in 5 of 10 targets for 58 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 49-21 victory versus Ohio.

Impact Gilmer had a solid day in Nebraska's season opener against Ohio, tying for the team lead in receptions while finishing just seven yards off the team lead. The 6-foot-2 receiver connected with quarterback Anthony Colandrea on a nine-ayrd scoring strike late, capping off a fourth quarter in which the Huskers pulled away from a scrappy Ohio team. Gilmer will hope to remain as heavily involved in the Nebraska passing game moving forward, with his next opportunity coming against Bowling Green on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska Names Transfer Quarterback Anthony Colandrea As Week 1 Starter

Nebraska has named quarterback Anthony Colandrea as their starting quarterback for Week 1 against Ohio.

AUGUST 22 • FOX SPORTS

Nebraska Names Transfer Quarterback Anthony Colandrea As Week 1 Starter

Cornhuskers will be hard-pressed to break out against rugged schedule in Matt Rhule's 4th season

Pressure is building on Matt Rhule as he enters his fourth season at Nebraska

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Impressing in spring Gilmer has impressed during the spring, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact According to Nakos, a significantly big role is expected for Gilmer, who transferred from UCLA. It is unsurprising that many opportunities may be in line for the wide receiver, previously Nico Iamaleava's top target during their 2025 season together. During it, Gilmer logged 50 receptions (on 93 targets) for 535 yards and four touchdowns.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to Nebraska Gilmer will transfer to Nebraska, Hayes Fawcett of On3.com reports.

Impact After emerging in the finale of UCLA's 2024 campaign, Gilmer backed that up with a big showing in 2025, compiling 50 catches for 535 yards and four touchdowns. He'll head into his junior season still as a Big Ten member but will switch locations to Lincoln, where he should slot into a starting role for a Nebraska team aiming to improve on a 7-6 record in 2025.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE