TURNER GILL RETURNS TO NEBRASKA AS ASSISTANT COACH: A HOMECOMING TO REMEMBER

 

LINCOLN, Neb. — In a move that has electrified Husker Nation, the University of Nebraska has officially announced the return of Turner Gill, the legendary former quarterback, as an assistant coach on the Cornhuskers’ football staff.

 

Gill, who led Nebraska to three straight Big Eight championships from 1981 to 1983 under the legendary Tom Osborne, is returning to the program that launched his football legacy. A Heisman Trophy finalist and a key figure in one of college football’s most iconic offenses, Gill is widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks in Nebraska history.

 

“This is home,” Gill said in a heartfelt statement. “I’m honored and humbled to return to the place that shaped me, not just as a player, but as a man.”

 

The 62-year-old brings decades of coaching experience, including head coaching stints at Buffalo, Kansas, and Liberty, where he was praised for his leadership, integrity, and player development. At Nebraska, Gill is expected to work closely with quarterbacks and offensive personnel, providing mentorship both on and off the field.

 

Head coach Matt Rhule expressed his excitement, calling Gill’s return “a monumental step for this program.” Rhule added, “Turner brings a wealth of knowledge, but more importantly, he embodies everything Nebraska football stands for — class, discipline, and toughness.”

 

Fans have reacted with overwhelming joy on social media, calling Gill’s return “a dream come true” and “the spark this program needs.”

 

Gill’s homecoming comes at a crucial time as Nebraska looks to return to national prominence. His deep roots in the program, combined with his proven coaching acumen, are expected to energize both the locker room and the fan base.

 

In Lincoln, the past and the future are now connected — and Turner Gill is right at the heart of it.