Who is Nebraska's new defensive coordinator?

Rob Aurich, formerly of San Diego State, has been hired as Nebraska's new defensive coordinator.

What was Rob Aurich's previous role?

Rob Aurich was the defensive coordinator at San Diego State University.

Who did Nebraska replace as defensive coordinator?

Nebraska replaced John Butler as defensive coordinator.

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Nebraska Hires SDSU's Aurich as New Defensive Coordinator

8 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Rob Aurich joins Nebraska as defensive coordinator, replacing John Butler.
San Diego State's defense ranked seventh nationally under Aurich's guidance.
Nebraska also hired Geep Wade for its offensive line coaching position.

Nebraska Hires SDSU's Aurich as New Defensive Coordinator

Nebraska is set to bring in Rob Aurich to lead its defense as the new defensive coordinator. This strategic decision comes after a challenging year for the team's defensive performance. Aurich’s track record includes a successful tenure at San Diego State, where he guided their defense to a seventh-place national ranking.

Aurich's arrival will see him stepping into the role previously held by John Butler, who was dismissed after one season. He is anticipated to be with the team as they prepare for the Las Vegas Bowl on December 31st, with associate head coach Phil Snow coordinating the defense for that game.

This defensive coordinator hire is not the only recent staff change for Nebraska. Earlier, the team also moved to fill the offensive line coach position, bringing in Geep Wade from Georgia Tech. These moves signal a period of transition and rebuilding for the Nebraska football program.