LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska has parted ways with John Butler after he served one season as defensive coordinator.

Head coach Matt Rhule sent a statement about the firing on Monday.

“I informed John Butler earlier today that he will not be retained as defensive coordinator effective immediately,” Rhule said. “We thank John for his contributions to our football program over the past two seasons and wish him the best moving forward in his coaching career. Phil Snow will serve as the interim defensive coordinator for our upcoming bowl game. We will work toward naming a new defensive coordinator for the 2026 season in the coming weeks.”

Snow is in his first season as Nebraska’s associate head coach. He has served as a defensive coordinator at eight schools plus has three years experien

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