The Nebraska Cornhuskers have announced a restructured contract with associate head coach/defensive coordinator Tony White. White’s annual salary has been increased from $1 million annually to $1.6 million per year for the two years remaining on his contract.
The Cornhusker defense had one of its best seasons in years under White. The defense was the fourth-most improved in total defense in the country and the third-most approved against the run.
Nebraska ranked 14th nationally in total defense, the team’s first top-25 ranking since 2010. The run game allowed only 92.9 yards a game, the best a Husker team has performed since 1999.
Head coach Matt Rhule told the press he’s excited to return to work with White for the future.
“Tony White has all the attributes you look for in a coordinator or assistant coach. He builds great relationships with his players and fellow coaches and is an elite teacher and communicator. We made great strides on defense this past season, and I look forward to continuing to work with Tony as we move forward and build this program.”
White was also a semifinalist for the Broyles Award this season. That honor is given to the top assistant coach in college football each season. You can find social media reactions to the news below.