Are you worried about the loss, or do you trust in Matt Rhule??

The fact they already hired someone, tells me they were prepared for it

Sad to see Cooper go, hopefully he gets whatever happened figured out since he’s a great coach, it’ll be interesting to see if anything changes but I have a feeling everything will stay pretty similar. This defense will be just fine

Matt Rhule born in my hometown , New York City and his playbook is way ahead of the game. Nebraska football is so fortunate to have him. GBR

Hard to speculate too much because it's so brand new, but he's gone now, and apparently Rhule was at least able to flex it in real time. Shows leadership we NEVER got under Wonder Boy. Will miss the recruiting aspect under Cooper, but Butler looks more than qualified on paper. Time will tell. GBR.

I trust the process

Bro that last bit of comments you made about not even flinching is spot on. Matt Rhule has brought a peace to all Huskers and not only have the players bought in, but the greatest fan base in the world has also. Can’t wait for UTEP!!!

Trust it! The best sign in all of this imo is that we don't know what happened! There is enough maturity and respect in the room to part ways. Something happened that we don't know about. It'll be fine.

Videos like this are why I love your content Connor. Your in-depth knowledge really illuminates the stories you cover. I had no idea that Cooper was likely to be Tony's replacement when he leaves, but the insights you have about Butler really eases my worries. GBR!

Nebraska is easily THE most prestigious coaching job in the USA. Not all coaches can handle the pressure. Skers’ easily winning 12 games this year regardless.

What i think is, Connor you are the best at what you do! Your presentation, your spot on opinions, you obviously know your stuff and relay it effortlessly to your audience. Im a big fan! we are lucky to have you as a Husker fan and its only a matter of time before a bigger platform swoops you up just like S Sipple made the move from the LJS. Keep up the great work and thanks.

Spot on! Personal reasons always means something bad, something illegal or a moral issue. With the quick fill, Rhule had some preparation time.

Ruhle's not a one trick pony. You can bet he's got plan B for every situation. He is a man of details and process. Listening to Butler on UTUBE he's the same way. Coach has got this. He's staying at NE and he's not going to let anything derail him from his quest for a Natty. GBR❤ GBRUHLE❤!

I’m just so happy that Yrev Albert’s left. Been waiting for that since the day he walked in the door. Thanks for putting a smile on my face!!!! And I think this new hire is a huge bonus. Definitely a Blessing in disguise. GBR!!!!! 🌽

Your content keeps getting better Connor. Thanks. I didn't think for even a second that Busch would be the hire. That would signify that Rhule is having to make an unplanned move. This feels planned. Fresh turnover at key positions like this can ignite a staff. I love the move. Rhule is continuing to show why he is the right guy to be in charge of our program. GBR.

Thanks for always doing such a good job calming me/us down Conner. GBR 🌽 Very surprised at first but not too much after your explanation.

I almost texted you yesterday like wtf?!?? lol patience is a virtue

Yeah I was surprised to see Evan Cooper go but what's new if you're in Nebraska fan better be ready for drama cuz at 50 I've seen a lot of it and it just keeps coming. GBR🎉

Rhule contingency plans are in place for a reason.. trust in the process

I hope Coop and his family are safe and healthy. GBR!!!

Nebraska is the only team in the big ten that’s in absolute zero debt 🔥🙏

I think one of Rhule’s only mistakes so far, is not retaining Bill Busch on the staff in some form. He has 25+ years experience coaching and is from Nebraska. Just doesn’t make sense to me why he isn’t on the staff in some form or fashion. Great video as always Connor! GBR! 🌽

I love this hire!

Love the pick up! I really doubt rhule was gonna go after Busch!

I believe it was truly personal. I also believe Coach Rhule knew this and had someone lined up.

Just like Saban. Plug n coach.

Much love to him and go do you coach

Valid arguments!! Butler as potential DC in waiting gives me a ton of hope. Great video 🎉

Let's not forget Bill Callahan head coached the raiders that got destroyed in the superbowl, then a few years later was head coach of the huskers, I'm not saying butler won't be good for nebraska, but to say I'm excited to have a former nfl DB coach would be a lie, I'm excited for this year, I think the huskers will have a great season GBR!!!!

Change is the only constant. Nothing stays the same…. GBR!!!

again Rhule shows C.E.O excellence by hiring a real quality replacement in John Butler who9 is a " top 5 " NFL Coach. The very, very best to Evan Cooper......he will be missed.

Your assessment of the situation is spot on. But until the ink dries on the contract - we still are missing a coach. I'll feel better when I hear it's a done deal.

GBR!!

I think the D will be fine under Tony White’s leadership, and John Butler is obviously a great hire. I too expect Tony White to land a HC job after the season, although my hope would be that he’s choosy, and would stay another year if he wasn’t excited about the opportunities presented to him. That leads to my one misgiving about Butler, Connor, and your prediction that he could slide right into the DC job in Lincoln-the 3-3-5. The blown assignments and players way out of position on Nebraska’s defense that we experienced repeatedly in the recent past appeared to have been fixed. White’s defense offered so many alignments that opposing offenses struggled to break the code. I always assumed that when Tony White departed that an acolyte of the 3-3-5 on staff, like Cooper, would be promoted. The Husker defense doesn’t need to learn a new defense again…right?

Good job on the video…good luck

Yall we dont need to be worried the BEST frickin College football program in Georgia has multiple players every cycle getting arrested for speeding or duis. No program on the planet is perfect and we cannot expect everyone to stay perfectly still change always will happen, it is about rebounding and getting better as a result, which I hope happened here...

Matt Rhule has shown he will not let anyone stand in the way of taking Nebraska back to the top. Evan Copper is Matt Rhules best friend. He has to be hurting. Getting John Butler proves he is not going to fail.I love Bill Busch. That said, kids today want to be coached up by someone with NFL experience. John Butler has that in spades. Not to mention big B1G experiences. Losing Copper sucks. All around. Getting Butler was a masterstroke. All ❗️❗️ Time to work. Let's Gooooo GBR

Hopefully Butler can effectively run the 3-3-5, because it's been working.

Great video

Liked, comment, and shared!

I'm sorry, but the DB's were the weak link of the defense last year. I don't think it's a big loss, might temporarily hurt recruiting, but we'll be alright That being said, you're by far the best video creator covering Nebraska. Keep this up man, you're going places

Hypothetically, if Butler does get the job and is indeed in line to replace Coach White, does he have any experience with the 3-3-5? Or do you think that matters?

I agree with you I'm not surprised that something like this happened. Nowadays you can't get through a season without some kind of drama. It's the new normal!

Love how Matt Rhule has taken the helm. I'm getting drunk on some Rhule Aid this year. GO BIG RED NNNN

Would think he should be able to recruit elite DBs with his resume ...so you want to play in the NFL I can help with that.

Gary Sharpe said that they’ve been looking for a replacement since Tuesday

GBR!

you know, with the speed this guy was hired, this had to be in the works. Maybe Evan wasn't cutting the mustard or this new guy was a real get and he sacrificed Evan Cooper...but I don't think it happened that way. I think its because of recruiting. Evan was supposed to be a real force in recruiting and was responsible for a lot in that area. I don't know if anyone has noticed, but our class isn't anything to write home to mom about. Only 3, 4 stars and no Blue Chippers. Plus they've missed out on a lot of guys recently, even if they are reaching a bit. Rhule needs a really good season on the field, THEN he'll be able to capitalize on the Dylan Raiola recruitment and the winning season and put together a higher ranked class. But I don't think he would throw his long time assistant under the bus just for an NFL D backs coach, so it must have been performance related somehow, in either the position group coaching or recruiting.

I feel like we have our next Tom Osborne. That’s hard for me to say but I truly feel this is our man. Out of all the coaches we’ve had since Tom, Matt is leaps and bounds ahead of all of them. Matt’s the Mercedes and all the others were Yugos. If we can keep him, Nebraska will be among the elite again

GBR

MR 27 Seconds is what he said he is known for! Beware ladies! We have s quik squriter here! loll. And he lives with his Mommie!

Great video man! any chance you'll bring your merch shop back?

All the way to Wahoo Go Big Red!!!

HUGE STATEMENT BY RHULE!

you gotta buy in! thats what matt rhule says.... '' you gotta buy in''

A former NFL DB coach can help recruiting. I agree the fact that this happened so soon after Cooper's resignation makes me think it was planned

Loved what coach Cooper was doing but coach Butler can grow to his potential relatively quick and pursue his dreams as well. Coop may not have wanted the DC role amongst something we don’t know about yet. GO BIG RED and please let’s not lose anymore anyone, please!🎈🎈🎈

With the way college football is becoming more like the Pros getting coaches with NFL experience will be key for recruiting. I was really bummed when I heard Cooper was leaving, but like you said this feels like there was some prior communication and Rhule seized the opportunity to preserve the future of the defense.

Huge upgrade by any metric

unfortunate to see Coach Cooper go, but it appears there are options..... John Butler appears to be a great fit, now and in the future. If things work out promotion to DC when Tony White leaves.... Then bring in Bill Bush to back fill..... thanks for another well calculated and informative show..... sure enjoy watching.

Dang, I loved that guy...

Cooper's resignation surprised me, but didnt concern me. I would have been fine with them hiring either Busch or Butler, but I think Butler is probably the better hire. His résumé is strong and he's younger.

Cooper be thinking with the wrong head

He brought in someone who can eventually replace Tony White when the time comes. Talk about failing forward.

Legit think this was a drama free personal reason. Looks like he held off until they had a replacement in place. Don't think there is any drama here. #HereForTheAlgorithm #GoBigRed #FuckTexasAlways :01

Will miss Coop. Damn fine coach. Hope the rumors aren’t true but it’s certainly an offense that could explain such a rapid resignation / new hire.

He was a great evaluator but our secondary was the weakest link on the defense last year. They were not very good against decent offenses

Connor, please talk to your collab friend Wilson Dittman before he gets in trouble and gets sued for being in such a hurry to be the first with breaking news. Re: “Terrance Knighton Fired” video from yesterday. He posted a defamatory video and then deleted it shortly after without explanation. . He’s young and dumb. Please educate him. He doesn’t need to be canceled, but he needs to learn and learn quickly. Thank you Connor

Hope it doesn’t hurt recruiting or lead to decommitments in 24-25 classes ….

So what are the rumors? I’m definitely curious but I’m confident in Rhule. He’s the real deal and will build this program with the right people

It's pretty simple - there is a standard (i.e., a Tradition of Excellence) and Evan Cooper couldn't meet it so essentially he resigned (i.e., fired) himself.

Probably will never know the truth. Media is controlled very well here in Lincoln. Been living here 17 years and have had 4 family members play for Nebraska and several friends. Hope they do well however the politics is strong there.

A 12 hour replacement…They knew this was happening. Wonder if he was being investigated? This is crazy.

My friend I believe you made an error. His year at DC was 2013 not 2012 (DB coach only) which was when they were ranked 16th in scoring D. The defense did slip a little bit in 2013 and ranked 51st with him as a DC.

SAY HIS NAME AND HE REBUILDS, I BELIEVE IN MATT RHULE *CLAP CLAP* I BELIEVE IN MATT RHULE, 'CAUSE THEY LOVE HIM IN PHILLY AND WACO AND LINCOLN I BELIEVE IN MATT RHULE, WAVE YOUR HANDS FROM SIDE TO SIDE AND SAY I BELIEVE IN MATT RHULE

How many of our current commits and targets was Cooper the main guy? I know the one recruit delayed his announcement.

I always thought BB was not very good as a coach. Decent recruiting assistant tho.

Terrence Knighton fired too

Well DUI, messing with cheerleaders, in appropriate behavior, domestic violence, alcohol etc. I hope not. But walking away from $700K makes one wonder. On a big time stage your can't stray into those areas because everyone is watching your every move. I wonder what happened to Frost and most of us are aware of the Mel Tucker firing.

I like this potential dback replacement! Was totally surprised by Cooper resigning!

He probably was pissed Rhule made them do a female flag football camp ....wtf

Wishing Cooper well… I like the new hire and Bill Bush is someone I never felt good about. Never met the man but I always got the impression he was shady/integrity issues, just imo. #GBR

What’s NExt?

What defense will he run 3-3-5 or the 4-3

Did he leave because of the same thing solich had to leave for?

Affair with volleyball player Harper Murray… oh man shiet is crazy

Something that happened that does not include being booked into jail, no police called to his home. But it was enough to be an embarrassment to plan a smooth exit and a new hire without much fanfare. I won’t spill the beans, but the incident(s) fit the description.

Evan Cooper is a loss, but getting John Butler I think is an upgrade. Future DC? Maybe?

I would guess he was given a choice resign and keep some money or get fired and lose everything. It's a shame, I thought he was a really good coach.

My concern is that we will lose players that he recruited.

Can he recruit?

Trust Matt Rhule

IF what they are saying is true, this guy leaving is a good thing. What a immoral creep!

As a Penn State fan, Butler is one of the worst coaches we've ever had. Certainly the worst coordinator.

Hmmm, could personal reasons mean a loss of confidence in Matt rhules leadership? At least we still have Tony White. Defense was spot on last year. It was the turnovers and traditionally poor head coaching calls of Matt Rhule that lost us games last year. Minesotta, Wisconsin, Michigan St and Maryland were all losses due to bad coaching calls.

Bottom line is simple....if our huskers dont beat colorado in our 2nd game the season is already a bust and over....i know u wont agree corny cause you think every year we got a shot to win 7 games which is hilarious but not the point.....your point is u would be over the moon excited over making a toilet bown game smh....i could care less about a toilet bowl game as we used to make a good bowl every year until the great fall lmao...so a bowl game is zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz......and a loss to colorado this season is a wrap!...have to beat a zero defense colorado team....unfortunately a zero defense team colorado beat our zero offensive team last season....lets see how far our offense has come in one year lol

Will him and TW butt heads? Hope not...

coach clown rhule already got spokes falling off the wheel.....😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

Dam fool ! Tell us why .

Hope it doesn’t hurt recruiting or lead to decommitments in 24-25 classes ….