Weeks ago, the college football world was shaken by the news of James Franklin’s dismissal as head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions. To replace him, the list of potential candidates had Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule at the top.

Many pointed to Rhule as a candidate to change programs due to his close relationship with the Lions during his playing days. However, this ultimately did not happen, and the coach ended up agreeing to a contract extension with Nebraska.

In a recent conversation with CBS Sports, the Huskers’ athletic director, Troy Dannen, revealed the message sent by Rhule explaining the reasons why he ultimately declined this important offer.

“Matt’s message to me was: ‘I grew up there, I played there, it’ll always be special to me, but Nebraska’s home,’” he s

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