Some moments in life hit differently when you look back. That’s exactly where Taylor Raiola found herself recently—deep in her feelings, reminiscing about the grind, the wins, and the people who stood by her. Taylor makes an emotional confession and gives a shout-out to her biggest fans, her baby brothers, Dylan Raiola, and Dayton Raiola.

On February 5th, Taylor took to IG with a throwback photo from her high school days, hugging her little brothers, Dylan and Dayton Raiola, during one of her volleyball tournaments. “And super thankful for these two for sitting through every long tournament day to support their big sister and help her chase her dreams!!” she wrote, giving credit where it was due.

Taylor was more than just Dylan’s big sis—she was a force. As an outside hitter at TCU, she carved out an impressive career, starting 41 matches and making history with a double-double as a sophomore—something the Horned Frogs hadn’t seen since 2005. She even dropped a ridiculous 22-kill game against Baylor in 2022, ranking second in program history against a top-10 opponent. Four years of being a six-rotation player, team captain, and absolute workhorse on the court. That’s not just a career; that’s a legacy.

But all good things come to an end, and in 2023, Taylor closed the chapter on her playing days. She wasn’t done with the game, though—just switched roles. Now, she’s in her first season as Nebraska’s graduate manager for recruiting, helping shape the future of Husker football. From player to strategist, she’s still making moves. And let’s be real, recruiting ain’t a cushy desk job—it’s the backbone of building championship teams.

Her bond with Dylan is next level, and the love is mutual. Back in October, Dylan went all out on IG for her birthday, calling Taylor the “best sister on this planet,” his “best friend,” and a daily source of joy and laughs. That’s some real sibling goals right there. But while Taylor is settling into her new role, Dylan is gearing up for what might be the biggest year of his football career yet.

Is Dylan Raiola’s fitness on the line?

Now, let’s talk about Dylan Raiola, Nebraska’s QB1, the guy expected to bring the Cornhuskers back to glory. He came in hot as a freshman, going 5-1 to start, but then things got ugly—losses to Indiana and Ohio State exposed some cracks. Ending the season with 13 TDs and 11 picks? Yeah, not exactly “generational QB” numbers. And now, heading into 2025, there’s a new conversation brewing about Dylan—his fitness.

In a recent YouTube short, Hurrdat Sports’ Damon Benning didn’t hold back, saying, “If one of your most physically gifted players got to an elite level of fitness, just imagine what that would do for the guys around him.” Translation? Dylan’s got the talent, the charisma, and the leadership, but he needs to tighten things up—literally. Some recent footage showed him looking a little… bulkier than usual, with what some are calling a “postseason beer belly.” Not exactly the physique of a guy about to run the Big Ten gauntlet.

Let’s be real—quarterbacks don’t need to be built like linebackers, but conditioning matters. When you’re going up against the likes of Michigan and Penn State, every bit of athleticism counts. And if Dylan wants to take Nebraska from “pretty good” to “national contender,” he’s gotta be at peak fitness. No shade, just facts.

The good news? Nebraska is making moves to support him. They snagged Notre Dame’s Rocco Spindler in the transfer portal, shoring up the offensive line. If Dylan puts in the work, trims down, and polishes his game, 2025 could be his breakout season. But if he rolls in looking sluggish? It’s gonna be a long year in Lincoln. If Dylan takes a page from his sister’s book, locks in, and grinds, he’s got the tools to lead Nebraska to something special. The question is—will he?