Nebraska fired first-year defensive coordinator John Butler on Monday after the Cornhuskers stumbled to three losses in their final four games following a 6-2 start.

For the second straight year, Nebraska football will look for a new defensive coordinator. Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule and DC John Butler have parted ways, according to a report from HuskerOnline's Sean Callahan. Butler spent just one season leading the defense in Lincoln.

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.

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Nebraska Head Football Coach Matt Rhule announced that John Butler will not be retained as the team's defensive coordinator, effective immediately.“We thank Joh

The Huskers have parted ways with their defensive coordinator after one season, according to a report. Big Red Zone Insider Sean Callahan reported for On3 that John Butler was relieved of his duties with Nebraska. An official announcement is expected Monday, Callahan said.