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Mike Ekeler

Current Position

Special Teams Coordinator

Salary

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Salary

$625,000

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Alma MaterKansas State

Degree-

Age54

High SchoolBlair

HometownBlair, NE

RivalsMike Ekeler

Ekeler News

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Matt Rhule lays out what he's seeking in new Nebraska defensive coordinator

Steven Sipple•12/03/25

Matt Rhule, Nebraska

Matt Rhule clears the air on his relationship with Mike Ekeler after viral clip

Dan Morrison•10/28/25

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Radio Rundown: Ekeler praises punter Wilson, Barney's energy, and unit's development

Sam Ojeda•10/16/25

Jaylen George

Steven Sipple: Nebraska newcomers George and Conn offer up an appealing vibe during August dog days

Steven Sipple•08/19/25

Mike Ekeler (2)

Nebraska special teams ready for aggressive overhaul

Sam Ojeda•08/17/25

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Coordinator report: Ekeler's excitement for new Nebraska punter matches Rhule's. "He's going to be a damned weapon."

Steven Sipple•08/12/25

Coaching History

Nebraska

Special Teams Coordinator2025 - present

Tennessee

Outside Linebackers Coach2021 - 2024

North Texas

Special Teams Coordinator2020 - 2020

Kansas

Inside Linebackers Coach2019 - 2019

North Carolina

Linebackers Coach2017 - 2018

North Texas

Defensive Coordinator2016 - 2016

Georgia

Inside Linebackers Coach2014 - 2015

USC

Linebackers Coach2013 - 2013