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Ceyair Wright News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 9

How Ceyair Wright’s Position Switch Helped Nebraska Build the Nation’s Best Pass Defense

While many expected Nebraska’s pass defense to be the strength of the team, few could have predicted it would lead the nation in passing yards allowed through five games.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 16
Ceyair Wright Speaks Out on Leadership, Growth, and Nebraska’s Defensive Mindset

Ceyair Wright Speaks Out on Leadership, Growth, and Nebraska’s Defensive Mindset

Far from just another name on the roster, Ceyair Wright is carving out a leadership role that’s reshaping the tone of Nebraska’s defensive backfield. In a candid press conference, the former USC cornerback opened up about his transition to Lincoln, the leadership expectations placed on him, and the cultural shift he’s embraced under Matt Rhule.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 26
Nebraska's Ceyair Wright Offers Glimpse into the Blackshirts' Mindset, His Growth Since Arriving in Lincoln

Nebraska's Ceyair Wright Offers Glimpse into the Blackshirts' Mindset, His Growth Since Arriving in Lincoln

With the season opener against Cincinnati looming, Nebraska cornerback Ceyair Wright stepped to the podium with the calm intensity of a player ready for the moment.

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College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 16

Nebraska senior cornerback Ceyair Wright, a Hollywood actor, earns prestigious single-digit jersey

Nebraska cornerback Ceyair Wright, a man of many accomplishments, added another one Friday. Wright earned the final single-digit uniform number as one of the Huskers’ toughest players.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 4

Ceyair Wright: Veteran Cornerback Poised to Lead Nebraska’s Secondary

When Nebraska added USC transfer Ceyair Wright ahead of the 2024 campaign, few could have predicted how central he would become to the Huskers’ defense.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / November 16
Huskers CB Ceyair Wright delivers pick-6 vs. former team USC

Huskers CB Ceyair Wright delivers pick-6 vs. former team USC

What better way to help the offense than with defense? The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been struggling on offense over the past several weeks but cornerback Ceyair Wright delivered some help early in Saturday’s game against USC, snagging and interception and returning it 45 yards for a touchdown.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 14

Nebraska Football Awards Brian Buschini, Ceyair Wright with Blackshirts

The Blackshirt tradition has continued midway through the 2024 season for Nebraska football, as two more players earned the coveted practice uniforms during the Huskers' bye week.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 9
Pro Football Focus Names Two Nebraska Football Defenders to Big Ten Team of the Week

Pro Football Focus Names Two Nebraska Football Defenders to Big Ten Team of the Week

Nebraska football's defense had another positive performance Saturday, handling Rutgers in a 14-7 victory from Memorial Stadium. The Blackshirts' had some fresh faces make big plays when called upon, and the new playmakers received national recognition following the contest.

College Football News / Husker Big Red / August 16, 2024

Amare Sanders, Ceyair Wright pushing to start for Nebraska football

You have to be impressed with the 2024 Nebraska football recruiting class. Just based on what we have seen through the spring and fall camp, it looks like the Huskers hit a home run.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 8, 2024
Nebraska Football's Late Addition at Cornerback: Ceyair Wright

Nebraska Football's Late Addition at Cornerback: Ceyair Wright

Ninth and final installment in Jeremy Pernell's series on Nebraska's additions via the transfer portal. Previous articles: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 The "resignation" of Evan Cooper on July 5 as Nebraska football's defensive backs coach came as a shock.

College Football News / Husker Big Red / June 28, 2024

3 thoughts on Ceyair Wright’s commitment to Nebraska football

Nebraska football has been looking for more reinforcements at the cornerback position and got some on Friday with the commitment of former top-100 cornerback Ceyair Wright.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 28, 2024
Nebraska Football Adds Transfer Cornerback from USC

Nebraska Football Adds Transfer Cornerback from USC

Matt Rhule may have picked up the boost his defense needs. Ceyair Wright committed to Nebraska Football Friday. The 6-foot, 180-pound cornerback played at USC before entering the transfer portal, having left the team near the end of the 2023 season.

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College Football News / Husker Big Red / June 20, 2024

Nebraska football hosting transfer at key position of need

There’s no question that Nebraska football feels a little uneasy about its cornerback depth and following the injury to Blye Hill, as well as the departure of Ethan Nation, it’s hard to blame them.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / February 10, 2024

USC Football: Junior CB Balances Gridiron With Starry Side Hustle

Junior USC Trojans cornerback Ceyair Wright, recently sat down with ESPN's Monica McNutt for her podcast SZN Opener. Per Victoria Kim of Cassius.com, they unpacked Wright's ability to moonlight between life on the gridiron and a burgeoning acting career.

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