Nebraska Fires Defensive Coordinator After Dismal Season

02/12/2025 1 min
Nebraska Fires Defensive Coordinator After Dismal Season

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Episode Synopsis

Following Nebraskas disappointing loss to Iowa, head coach Matt Rhules comments on defense set the stage for a significant change. The teams defense, which struggled in the final games, allowed an average of nearly forty points per game. Rhules definition of a good defense emphasized interceptions and sacks, but Nebraska ranked poorly in both categories. The team also struggled in red-zone defense, rushing defense, and tackles for loss. These statistics led to the dismissal of defensive coordinator John Butler.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.