Summary
Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule is focusing on his team's upcoming games, despite being connected to the Penn State head coaching vacancy. Rhule has expressed his commitment to Nebraska, calling it a dream job. Nebraska's team is performing well this season, with only one loss so far.
Key Facts
- Nebraska coach Matt Rhule's name is linked to the Penn State coaching job after their coach, James Franklin, was fired.
- Rhule played for Penn State as a linebacker in the 1990s and has a strong connection with Penn State's Athletic Director, Patrick Kraft.
- Rhule stated he respects Penn State but will not lose focus on his current role at Nebraska.
- He described Nebraska as a "destination job" and plans to build it into a strong football program.
- Nebraska has a 5-1 record this season and aims to compete for a spot in the College Football Playoff.
- The team will face No. 20 USC on November 1 and Penn State on November 22.
- Rhule joked about being linked to Penn State as more positive than past negative comments during his time with the Carolina Panthers.
