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Huskers football sees significant coaching turnover ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 7:56 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Huskers football sees significant coaching turnover ahead of 2026 season
Summary

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have undergone considerable coaching changes as they prepare for the 2026 season. Following the end of the 2025 regular season, three assistants were let go, and seven new coaches have been added to the staff. Notable departures include defensive coordinator John Butler and special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler, who move on after one season with the program. The coaching staff now includes a total of 13 new faces. Changes have been prompted by a desire to improve performance, particularly on defense, following a problematic season.

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  • •Three assistant coaches were let go after the 2025 regular season.
  • •Nebraska added seven new coaches, totaling 13 changes to the staff.
  • •John Butler and Mike Ekeler are among the notable departures.
  • •The moves aim to address performance issues, especially on defense.
  • •Changes come as part of Nebraska’s preparations for the upcoming season.
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  • 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — HUSKERS FOOTBALL 2025-2026: Coach Movement Out, Much More Coach Movement In
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The end of the 2025 regular season saw the ends of some assistant coaches - but the introduction of far more new ones.

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