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Nebraska Dismisses Defensive Coordinator Mark Banker, DB Coach Brian Stewart Leaving

Nebraska has announced that three members of the football coaching staff will not be returning for the 2017 season. In a statement, NU Head Coach Mike Riley announced defensive coordinator Mark Banker will not have his contract renewed.

Two other members of the football staff have taken positions at other schools. Defensive backs coach Brian Stewart is leaving to become a defensive coordinator, reportedly at Rice University. Director of Player Personnel Ryan Gunderson will not return either.

Official statement from Mike Riley:

University of Nebraska Head Football Coach Mike Riley announced Wednesday the departure of three members of the football staff.