Summary
Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule fired defensive coordinator John Butler after one season. This decision follows a series of losses and criticisms regarding the team's defensive performance. Associate Head Coach Phil Snow will step in as interim defensive coordinator.
Key Facts
- Nebraska fired defensive coordinator John Butler after one season.
- Under Butler, Nebraska's defense ranked 135th out of 136 in red-zone defense.
- Nebraska lost 40-16 to Iowa and previously 37 points to Penn State.
- Matt Rhule has been Nebraska’s head coach since 2023 with a 19-18 record.
- Phil Snow is now the interim defensive coordinator.
- Nebraska has consistently increased their regular-season wins over the past four years.
- The team's bowl game assignment will be announced on December 7.
