Nebraska Fires Defensive Coordinator John Butler After One Season
Nebraska is firing defensive coordinator John Butler after just one season in that role in Lincoln, according to On3Sports. Butler was promoted from the Huskers' secondary and defensive pass game coordinator roles last offseason following the departure of Tony White, who left for Florida State. Among Big Ten teams in 2025, Nebraska ranked seventh in total yards allowed per game (312.3), second in passing yards allowed per game (141.1), 14th in rushing yards allowed per game (171.3), and 11th in points allowed per game (23.0). The abysmal defensive showings against Penn State and Iowa to close out the season appear to have been the nail in the coffin for Butler. The 52-year-old has worked as a defensive assistant in college football or the NFL since 1995, so he'll likely land on another staff in a decreased role.
Source: On3 on X
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