Pioneers sign to play college football

Players sign for Peru State, Midlands

Updated: February 6, 2026
By Dan Swanson

Nebraska City Pioneers Adam Howard and Tyrese Gardner signed to play college football on Wednesday at the high school commons.

MaxPreps has Howard, a linebacker and running back, listed with 55 tackles in C1, including two tackles for a loss. He signed with Peru State.

Gardner rushed for 159 yards and two touchdowns for the Pioneers. He signed with Midland.


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