Nebraska coach Matt Rhule wants to see the Cornhuskers’ offense move in a different direction.

The fourth-year Nebraska head coach removed Dana Holgorsen from his role as offensive coordinator, a move that was confirmed shortly after the Cornhuskers’ 24-13 loss to Illinois on Friday. The shakeup comes five days after Rhule called Holgorsen "one of the best offensive minds of our generation."

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Co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas will take over play-calling duties for the Huskers, who have scored just 54 points while dropping four straight games.

"Like so many of you, I am angry, I am disappointed and I am frustrated with our results this season," Rhule said in a statement.…