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Matt Rhule buyout

Updated December 1, 2025

Matt Rhule buyout: $49,612,500 as of December 1, 2025. Prior-contract figure, new deal pending. A one-time cost if fired, not yearly pay.

Source: USA TODAY coaches salary database, buyout as of Dec. 1, 2025

Prior-contract figure, new deal pending

Matt Rhule signed a newer contract (October 30, 2025). The updated buyout figure is pending; the figure above reflects the prior contract.

Contract: University of Nebraska — Coach Matt Rhule Employment Agreement · Nebraska announces contract extension with Coach Matt Rhule · KETV — Rhule contract extension (Oct. 30, 2025)