Nebraska Cornerback Andrew Marshall has Inside Scoop on New Defensive Coordinator
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Key Points:
- Nebraska cornerback Andrew Marshall, who played under new defensive coordinator Rob Aurich at Idaho in 2023, praises Aurich's aggressive and trust-based coaching style and scheme.
- Aurich replaces John Butler and inherits a secondary that ranked second nationally in passing defense, with Marshall contributing 41 tackles and one interception in 2025.
- Marshall highlights the need to improve run defense, as Nebraska ranked 94th against the run, and identifies Utah's strong rushing offense as a key challenge in the upcoming Las Vegas Bowl.
- Interim defensive coordinator Phil Snow has taken over after Butler's firing, with Marshall appreciating Snow's honest and direct coaching approach.
- Marshall reflects positively on his first Big Ten season, aiming to elevate his
