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Nebraska defensive coordinator Rob Aurich gets a big raise to $1.8 million under his new contract

Lincoln, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska's defensive coordinator, Rob Aurich, has received a substantial $700,000 raise to $1.8 million in his new contract, extending through the 2029 season. Coach Matt Rhule announced the news on Monday, and the university disclosed the terms to the media on Tuesday.

Aurich, who is in his first season at Nebraska, originally signed a three-year contract. Under the new agreement, his salary will increase to $1.9 million in 2028 and $2 million in 2029. The contract also stipulates that Aurich will receive a $125,000 bonus for each season the Cornhuskers rank in the top 20 nationally in total defense and scoring defense.

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