Nebraska's football team faces the challenge of finding a new punter as Jack McCallister enters the transfer portal, leaving behind one season of eligibility. McCallister, who joined the team in December, made the unexpected decision after averaging 44.0 yards per punt in the previous season, aiming to take over from Brian Buschini.
The departure stems from a reported change in special teams strategy under Nebraska's new coordinator, Mike Ekeler, who favors a rugby-style punter. This shift led McCallister to seek a new opportunity elsewhere, following the dismissal of former coordinator Ed Foley. With Kamdyn Koch as the sole punter on the roster, the Huskers must now search for a suitable replacement to align with Ekeler's vision for the team's punting game.