Tad Stryker: Negative November Turns Up the Heat on Nebraska's Matt Rhule

Nebraska's football program, led by head coach Matt Rhule, faced significant challenges after a 40-16 defeat against Iowa, marking Iowa's seventh consecutive victory in Lincoln. Despite Rhule's efforts to reshape the team's culture, the loss, which followed a 37-10 defeat to Penn State, highlighted ongoing issues within the team. Junior running back Emmett Johnson was a standout performer, rushing for 217 yards and a touchdown, but the overall team performance fell short.

Iowa's defense, under coordinator Phil Parker, successfully limited Nebraska's offensive effectiveness, particularly in the passing game, where quarterback TJ Lateef completed only 9 of 24 passes for 69 yards. Despite a strong rushing game, Nebraska struggled in the red zone, reminiscent of previous seasons under former coach Scott Frost.

Nebraska's defense, coordinated by John Butler, also faced difficulties, allowing Iowa to score on all red zone opportunities. The loss dropped Nebraska to a 4-5 conference record, raising questions