Three Reasons Nebraska Football Will Take a Leap in 2025

Assessing the reasons the Big Red will take the patented Year 3 leap under Matt Rhule in 2025.

Nebraska offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen on the sideline during the Huskers' 2024 game against Wisconsin. | Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

The Common Fans look at Matt Rhule’s history of taking a big leap in his third year at a program, and provide their reasons for why it will happen at Nebraska in 2025. 

• Everyone agrees – special teams must be better (and with Mike Ekeler on board, it will!). 
• Lots of belief in what Dana Holgorsen can do for the offense. 
• The moves Rhule has made (roster and coaching staff) + his experience = team-wide belief. 
• Can the Blackshirts continue to thrive under new coordinator John Butler? 
• On the lookout for an Emmett Johnson breakout season. 
• Schedule lines up nicely for the Huskers to make a run. 

This and so much more on the latest episode of the Common Fan Podcast!

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