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Nebraska struck for an important victory on the recruiting on Monday night, landing a pledge from Omaha Westside four-star linebacker Christian Jones, the No. 1 senior in the state. “After the Colorado game it felt right,” Jones told On3’s Steve Wiltfong upon making his decision public. “I want to be part of the culture Coach (Matt) Rhule is building.” “It’s close to home and I can be with my family.” The addition of Jones is a crucial one for Rhule and the Huskers. With the 6-foot-2.5, 215-pounder in the mix, Nebraska’s class now ranks No. 26 in the nation and No. 9 in the Big Ten, according …

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