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October 14, 2025
Shatel: Would Matt Rhule leave Nebraska for Penn State? His answers seemed to leave the door open
If Nebraskans were looking for clarity from Matt Rhule on his future on Monday, it didn’t come. Asked about his name as a candidate for the Penn State coaching job, he appeared to leave the door open, writes Tom Shatel.
**Nebraska Fans Left Guessing After Rhule Addresses Penn State Rumors**
Nebraska Cornhuskers fans hoping for a definitive answer regarding Matt Rhule's commitment to the program were left with more questions than answers following his recent comments about potentially filling the head coaching vacancy at Penn State. In a recent article, Tom Shatel highlights Rhule's less-than-convincing response when directly asked about the swirling rumors.
While Rhule didn't explicitly state he was interested in the Penn State job, his carefully chosen words did little to quell concerns among the Nebraska faithful. Instead of a firm denial, Rhule's response, as interpreted by Shatel, appeared to leave the door ajar, fueling speculation that he might consider leaving Lincoln for Happy Valley.
The timing of these rumors couldn't be worse for Nebraska. Rhule, currently in his second year with the Huskers, is tasked with rebuilding a program steeped in tradition but struggling to regain its former glory. A coaching change now would undoubtedly set the program back significantly, disrupting recruiting efforts and hindering the development of current players.
The Penn State position became available following the unexpected departure of their head coach. This created a high-profile opening that is sure to attract attention from top coaching talents across the country. Naturally, Rhule's name has been mentioned, given his proven track record of rebuilding programs and his impressive resume.
Nebraska fans are understandably anxious. They invested heavily in Rhule, believing he was the right person to lead the Cornhuskers back to national prominence. His ambiguous response to the Penn State rumors has only intensified the pressure on him, both on and off the field.
The situation underscores the volatile nature of college football coaching. Even with multi-year contracts, coaches can and do move for better opportunities or simply a fresh start. Whether Rhule is genuinely considering a move to Penn State remains to be seen, but his recent comments have certainly added an element of uncertainty to the Nebraska program. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining Rhule's future and the direction of Nebraska football.
Nebraska Cornhuskers fans hoping for a definitive answer regarding Matt Rhule's commitment to the program were left with more questions than answers following his recent comments about potentially filling the head coaching vacancy at Penn State. In a recent article, Tom Shatel highlights Rhule's less-than-convincing response when directly asked about the swirling rumors.
While Rhule didn't explicitly state he was interested in the Penn State job, his carefully chosen words did little to quell concerns among the Nebraska faithful. Instead of a firm denial, Rhule's response, as interpreted by Shatel, appeared to leave the door ajar, fueling speculation that he might consider leaving Lincoln for Happy Valley.
The timing of these rumors couldn't be worse for Nebraska. Rhule, currently in his second year with the Huskers, is tasked with rebuilding a program steeped in tradition but struggling to regain its former glory. A coaching change now would undoubtedly set the program back significantly, disrupting recruiting efforts and hindering the development of current players.
The Penn State position became available following the unexpected departure of their head coach. This created a high-profile opening that is sure to attract attention from top coaching talents across the country. Naturally, Rhule's name has been mentioned, given his proven track record of rebuilding programs and his impressive resume.
Nebraska fans are understandably anxious. They invested heavily in Rhule, believing he was the right person to lead the Cornhuskers back to national prominence. His ambiguous response to the Penn State rumors has only intensified the pressure on him, both on and off the field.
The situation underscores the volatile nature of college football coaching. Even with multi-year contracts, coaches can and do move for better opportunities or simply a fresh start. Whether Rhule is genuinely considering a move to Penn State remains to be seen, but his recent comments have certainly added an element of uncertainty to the Nebraska program. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining Rhule's future and the direction of Nebraska football.
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