Nebraska Football: New DC Rob Aurich's Split-Field Defense


Author: The Daily News Now! March 8, 2026 Duration: 1:14
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Nebraska Football: New DC Rob Aurich's Split-Field Defense

Nebraskas new defensive coordinator, Rob Aurich, brings a split-field defense with split safeties, focusing on quarters coverage and variations. Hes hired three assistants with diverse backgrounds, including Roy Manning from San Diego State, Corey Brown from Miami of Ohio, and Tyler Yelk from the Philadelphia Eagles. Aurichs history of quick fixes and the teams past success with first-year coordinators make this group a strong contender in the Big Ten.

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