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Aurich leaves the Aztecs for Nebraska; Sumler named interim DC

SDSU’s defensive coordinator departs after two standout seasons, as longtime assistant Demetrius Sumler steps into the interim role

San Diego State cornerbacks coach Demetrius Sumler walks on Bashor Field before facing the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024.

San Diego State defensive coordinator Rob Aurich is leaving The Mesa after accepting the defensive coordinator position at the University of Nebraska, while SDSU names Demetrius Sumler as the interim coordinator.

Aurich heads to Nebraska on a three-year deal, where he will join head coach Matt Rhule, who is entering his fourth season at the university.