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Matt Rhule Unsure if Mike Ekeler Will Return to Nebraska Football
- Rhule says he doesn’t know if Mike Ekeler will return to Nebraska, amid ongoing rumors.
- Nebraska offered Ekeler a huge extension during the season to keep him on staff.
- Rhule says Ekeler wanted to return but hasn’t stated it publicly to him yet.
- Rhule notes Nebraska would rely on the system if Ekeler leaves, with staff prepared to coach within it.
- Ekeler helped Nebraska’s special teams rise to a top-20 unit during his first season back in Lincoln.
- Rhule highlighted Ekeler’s versatility, noting he has coached defense as well as special teams.
- Rhule praised Ekeler’s teaching progression and the staff’s readiness to carry on.
- Ekeler completed his first season back in Lincoln after previously coaching at multiple programs.
- Nebraska’s special teams play included a punt block TD against Michigan State and a 95-yard kickoff return vs Northwestern.
- Rhule expresses confidence in the staff and system regardless of Ekeler’s decision.
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