Nebraska DC Has Answers. Dana Holgorsen Doesn't
The contrast between Nebraska's defense and offense is fully revealed when comparing coordinators Rob Aurich and Dana Holgorsen. While Aurich broke down the exact schematic rules, safety rotation, and practice execution of the critical cornerback blitz against Washington, the Husker offense continues to operate without a defined baseline identity. Instead of running the ball effectively—averaging over 7 yards per carry—Holgorsen repeatedly abandoned the run game and forced Anthony Colandrea to carry the operational load. We break down why Matt Rhule’s staff lacks cohesive offensive direction, how Aurich is maximizing talent on defense, and what must change schematically before Illinois comes to Lincoln. Is Holgorsen's play-calling hurting Colandrea’s development?
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