Nebraska Offensive Coordinator Dana Holgorsen fired, HC Matt Rhule says

Nebraska football loses its fourth straight game on Friday night in Illinois, 24-13. 10/11 Sports Director Kevin Sjuts breaks down the loss in Champaign.
Published: Nov. 7, 2026 at 12:10 PM CST|Updated: 3 hours ago

LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) - Nebraska Offensive Coordinator Dana Holgorsen has been relieved of his duties.

A statement from Head Coach Matt Rhule says Holgorsen was fired earlier today. Co-offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach Glenn Thomas will take over play-calling duties for the rest of the season.

Holgorsen’s firing comes a day after a 24-13 loss against Illinois, the fourth loss in a row this season. In this losing streak, Nebraska averaged 13.5 points and 362 yards per game.

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