BREAKING TRAGEDY: Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule Dies at 50
By Staff Reporter | May 18, 2025
Lincoln, NE – In a devastating and unexpected turn of events, University of Nebraska Head Football Coach Matt Rhule has died at the age of 50. The news was confirmed by university officials just moments ago in a brief press statement delivered outside Memorial Stadium.
“Coach Rhule was more than a leader on the field—he was a mentor, a father, and a cherished member of the Nebraska family,” said University President Susan Carter. “Our hearts are broken.”
The cause of death has not yet been officially released, but sources close to the athletic department have confirmed that it was sudden and unforeseen.
Matt Rhule, who took over the Cornhuskers program in 2022, had recently led the team to its first winning season in nearly a decade. Known for his energetic leadership and rebuilding prowess, Rhule had become a beacon of hope for a program hungry for national prominence.
“This is a dark day for Nebraska football,” said Athletic Director Trev Alberts. “Our priority now is supporting Matt’s family, his players, and our community through this unimaginable loss.”
Fans have begun gathering outside the stadium, leaving flowers and Huskers memorabilia in tribute. Tributes from across the college football world are pouring in, praising Rhule’s passion, resilience, and impact on countless lives.
Further details will be released as they become available. Grief counselors are being made available to student-athletes and staff.
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