Matt Rhule: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 28

Adam Carriker's Nebraska vs. USC Preview and Prediction

Husker Nation and Nebraska fans, what may very well be the biggest game of the year is almost here for Matt Rhule, Dylan Raiola, and the Nebraska football team when they take on the 23rd-ranked and potentially College Football Playoff-bound USC Trojans this Saturday night in prime time.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 28

Nebraska's Matt Rhule Makes Plea to Cornushers Fanbase Before USC Game

The USC Trojans will make the trip to Lincoln to play the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Nebraska is known for having some of the most passionate fans in college football and they will provide a tough environment for the visiting Trojans.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / October 28

Matt Rhule Reveals Respect For USC's Lincoln Riley Ahead of Pivotal Big Ten Matchup

The No. 23 USC Trojans' matchup against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a "blackout" at Memorial Stadium is set to be a pivotal Big Ten matchup. Saturday night's matchup will also be the latest meeting between USC coach Lincoln Riley and Nebraska's Matt Rhule.

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Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 28

The Next Step for Nebraska is Learning to Win in November, Having a Chance at the College Football Playoff

While the Huskers secured bowl eligibility for just the third time in the past decade with a hard-fought win over Northwestern on Saturday, Matt Rhule made it clear the team wouldn’t be celebrating and backed that up in a big way.

Matt Rhule News / Gridiron Heroics / October 27

'He Punched Me, He Tackled Me': Matt Rhule Reflects on Keeping Special Teams Coach Mike Ekeler in Check

Matt Rhule knows better than to stand too close to Mike Ekeler during big plays anymore. The Nebraska head coach has been punched, tackled, and nearly cost his team a penalty because of his special teams coordinator’s celebrations.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 26

Adam Carriker's Honest Analysis of Nebraska After 8 Games, and College Football Refs

Adam gives an honest analysis of Nebraska football, why Matt Rhule’s Big Ten Huskers remind him of an old-school Pac-10 team (it’s in large part due to Dylan Raiola and how the team is built).

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 26

Nebraska Checks Off Bowl Box, Turns Focus to Ending Ranked-Win Drought

It’s fitting that Nebraska became bowl eligible in just their eighth game of the season in 2025. It not only shows continued progress for the Huskers under

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 26

Nebraska’s HC Matt Rhule calls out refs after beating Northwestern

Nebraska’s football team’s week was already defined by hard choices before kickoff. Senior defensive back Malcolm Hartzog will undergo season-ending surgery and redshirt after appearing in two games, a move Matt Rhule framed as prioritizing long-term health with an eye to 2026 eligibility, per On3.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 25

Adam Carriker's Gut Reaction to Nebraska's Hard-Fought Win Over Northwestern

Adam Carriker gives his Gut Reaction to Matt Rhule, Dylan Raiola, Emmett Johnson, Nyziah Hunter and Nebraska football's hard-fought win Saturday over Northwestern.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 25

Matt Rhule emerges as favorite to replace James Franklin, and his deep ties to Penn State make him the perfect fit

Just days after Penn State parted ways with James Franklin, the race to lead one of college football’s most storied programs is already taking shape — and one name has quickly risen above the rest.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / October 25

Clear Favorite Has Emerged To Become Penn State's Football Coach

Penn State isn't in a hurry to name its next football coach. That being said, a favorite for the job has emerged. After suffering losses to Oregon, UCLA and Northwestern from Sept.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 24

Should Penn State Still Want Matt Rhule if the Huskers Finish 7-5?

The Matt Rhule to Penn State rumors won’t go away because it continues to be a hot topic. Until Rhule gets a contract extension or the Nittany Lions hire someone else, get used to the endless projections.

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Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 24

HuskerMax Staff Predicts a One-Score Nebraska Win vs. Northwestern

The rollercoaster ride of the 2025 Nebraska football season has taken another twist and turn. Surging after a last-second, comeback win over Maryland on the road, the Huskers were in high spirits and generating positive narratives around the country.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 23

Nebraska’s star defensive back to have season-ending surgery

Nebraska Cornhuskers senior defensive back Malcolm Hartzog will miss the remainder of the 2025 regular season after opting for surgery and a redshirt, head coach Matt Rhule confirmed during his Thursday press conference (h/t Thomas Goldkamp of On3).

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 23

Nebraska Athletic Director Troy Dannen Talks Rhule's Rebuild, Revenue Sharing, and Big Events Coming to Lincoln

Nebraska Athletic Director Troy Dannen joined the Huskers Radio Network earlier this week for his monthly appearance with host Kyle Crooks, touching on several major topics shaping Husker Athletics.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 23

Matt Rhule Previews Northwestern, Gives Injury Updates for Rocco Spindler, Malcolm Hartzog Jr.

LINCOLN—Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule knows his team has another challenge on their hands this Saturday with Northwestern. The Wildcats are on a four-game winning streak.

College Football News / Gridiron Heroics / October 21

'I Didn’t Coach Good Enough, But I’m Going to Now': Rhule Vows Nebraska Will Show Up After Minnesota Loss

The Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule didn’t mince words on Monday about Friday night’s 24-6 loss to Minnesota, a defeat that felt worse than the score suggested.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / October 18

Penn State Can’t Afford a James Franklin 2.0 in Matt Rhule

Nebraska’s 24-6 loss at Minnesota Friday night did more than cost the Cornhuskers a game. It exposed the same flaws that haunted programs in transition.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 18

Matt Rhule’s Third Season Magic Ends at Nebraska

Matt Rhule’s collegiate head coaching success has been very well publicized. Especially the massive turnarounds he helped orchestrate during the third season of his previous two stops at Temple and Baylor.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 17

Should We Believe What Matt Rhule Said Yesterday?

To nobody’s surprise, the second James Franklin was fired by Penn State, the name that immediately sprung to everyone’s mind was Matt Rhule. And that was an immediate jab into the hearts of most Nebraska fans.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Nebraska Receives Message from 4-Star QB Amid Matt Rhule Rumors

Matt Rhule and the Nebraska Cornhuskers picked up their fifth win of the 2025 season, defeating the Maryland Terrapins 34-31. Sitting at 5-1, Nebraska is facing the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday.

Matt Rhule News / Yardbarker / October 14

Matt Rhule says right things about Penn State but Nebraska must be worried

When long-time Penn State head coach James Franklin was fired this past weekend, Nebraska coach Matt Rhule was one of the first names to be mentioned on all of the hot lists. And with good reason.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / October 16