Husker247: A Nebraska athletics podcast

The Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast breaks down Husker baseball's 3-1 start to the regular season in Arizona. There was plenty to like, especially for an opening weekend, both at the plate and on the mound. Who stood out? Where can Nebraska still grow? In the second half of the podcast, Nebraska Baseball play by play voice Nick Handley joins to share what he saw in Arizona from the Big Red. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss Nebraska’s loss to Iowa on the road on Tuesday night. What went wrong, how can Nebraska get back on track offensively and what’s left for Nebraska to do as the season gets into its final stretch. In the second half, the guys discuss the Nebraska defensive line, who’s back and what needs to happen for that group to take a step forward. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the Husker offensive line ahead of the start of spring ball this weekend. What's coming in for the group, which position battles matter and why was retention important for this group? Brian also previews Nebraska basketball's matchup against Iowa on the road Tuesday night. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the picture for the Big Red at wide receiver heading into spring ball. Nearly the entire group returns in 2026 and adds UCLA transfer Kwazi Gilmer to the mix. What can this group be in the coming year? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Season two of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast kicks off with a quick look at the start of Nebraska’s 2026 baseball season. The Huskers are set to get underway this weekend in Arizona and the pod takes a look at a couple of keys for the Big Red as the season gets rolling. In the second half of the podcast, Nebraska head coach Will Bolt joins to discuss the team ahead of the start of the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss Nebraska basketball's roller coaster effort on Tuesday night against Purdue. What went wrong for the Big Red and were there any trends in the matchup to be concerned about? In the second half, the guys discuss the tight end spot heading into the spring. Veterans to know. A freshman to follow and a big X-factor. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the running back position heading into spring practices and what we can learn about the group that backed up Emmett Johnson last season. Are Mekhi Nelson and Isaiah Mozee ready for bigger roles in 2026? Then Brian gives a few keys to Tuesday night's matchup with the Boilermakers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the final days of Nebraska's 2026 recruiting class. It's a small group, but there are a couple early contributors to be discussed as the attention turns to 2027 and beyond. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the returns from the Huskers’ junior day event over the weekend and where things stand for the 2027 class. The guys also discuss Nebraska basketball remaining in the Top-10 following back to back losses to Michigan and Illinois. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson talk through a Monday edition of the Husker247 Daily. The guys break down Nebraska basketball's loss to Illinois on Sunday and a week that saw the Huskers fall to both Michigan and Illinois. What's ahead for Nebraska? Did we actually learn any big lessons in the losses? Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down Nebraska basketball’ 75-72 loss to Michigan on the road on Tuesday night. What can we learn from the matchup and what else do you need to know about the Huskers this season? In the second half of the podcast, the guys discuss the Big Ten schedule release and how the 2026 slate breaks down for the Huskers. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nebraska basketball kept rolling Saturday, shaking off a flat first half to defeat Minnesota on the road and stay undefeated ranked matchups against Michigan and Illinois await the Big Red this week. Can they keep it going? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss WR Tay Ellis, the second NU commit to transfer to Millard South this week, and what it can mean for the Huskers' 2027 recruiting class. The guys also discuss Nebraska basketball's way forward without Braden Frager, who is day to day with an ankle injury. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the news on Wednesday morning that Husker quarterback commit Trae Taylor will play his senior season of high school football at Omaha’s Millard South High School. What does that mean for the Huskers’ future recruiting efforts as well as Taylor’s place nationally? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down some of Matt Rhule’s comments from his Friday appearance on Sports Nightly. Why the Huskers are rolling quickly into spring practices and what’s next for Nebraska’s special teams units. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Husker247’s Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the news of Mike Ekeler’s likely move to USC and what that means for Nebraska’s special teams units, as well as what Matt Rhule had to say about that part of the Huskers roster earlier this week. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the Big Red's 35-point win over Oregon on Tuesday night and what continues to drive this team's undefeated start to the year. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the Huskers' latest addition out of the transfer portal in LSU's Paul Mubenga. The offensive guard is the third addition from the portal this offseason and gives the Huskers another experienced piece across the offensive line. Listen in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss a busy weekend for the Huskers in the transfer portal, as the Big Red added a familiar face at quarterback and several depth pieces. Nebraska is also trending towards a hire at defensive line coach. There are still needs left of the Big Red as the transfer portal hits a 3-day dead period. The guys finish up by discussing Nebraska basketball’s big comeback win at Indiana to stay undefeated. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss the addition of UCLA edge Anthony Jones. It’s the first addition for the Big Red along the defensive line in the portal period, with plenty of need ahead. The guys also discuss what’s ahead in the coming days for the Huskers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss a busy day in the transfer portal for the Huskers, which included five additions on Tuesday, including transfer quarterback Anthony Colandrea from UNLV. What does Colandrea bring to the table and what does his addition mean for the direction of the Husker offense? Discussion on other additions on Tuesday and what needs remain for the Big Red heading into what feels like the back nine of the portal cycle. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the Monday night decision of quarterback Kenny Minchey to flip from Nebraska to Kentucky. What happened and what’s ahead for the Huskers in their search for a quarterback or two in the portal. The guys also discuss the addition of linebacker Owen Chambliss from San Diego State and offensive tackle Tree Babalade from South Carolina. Plus, the guys discuss the undefeated Nebraska basketball team, which won again on Monday night on the road over Ohio State. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down a newsy start to the transfer portal process that included Nebraska landing Notre Dame transfer quarterback Kenny Minchey. Where has Nebraska focused its attention so far in the portal with a long list of needs? The guys also react in real-time to the commitment of Iowa State interior offensive lineman Brendan Black and discuss Nebraska basketball’s continued undefeated start to the season. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 run through the final Hypecast of the year as the Huskers prepare to take on Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl. Is Nebraska going to be up to the task of stopping Utah's rushing attack? Can Nebraska find offensive wrinkles with Emmett Johnson out? We also provide picks to click, game score predictions and, of course, oddly specific predictions. Listen in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 take a Christmas Morning look at the Huskers' transfer portal wish list and the work Nebraska needs to do when the portal opens Jan. 2. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Christmas Eve edition of the Husker247 Daily takes a look ahead at Nebraska's bowl game matchup with Utah. Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the (non-quarterback and running back) players they're most interested to see play in the bowl game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the early transfer portal entires for Nebraska, including in the secondary where the Huskers possess an interesting mix of returning players with something to prove. In the second half, the guys discuss the outlook for a pair of Nebraska recruiting targets, including five-star tight end Ahmad Hudson. Listen in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Friday edition of the Husker247 Daily discusses the work ahead for new defensive coordinator Rob Aurich as he gets to work in Lincoln. How does the new defensive coordinator plan to help the Husker run defense, and what are his priorities over the next few weeks? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Wednesday’s edition of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the picture at quarterback following Dylan Raiola’s decision to transfer from the program. What direction will Nebraska go and could this be a chance to reimagine what the offense can be under Dana Holgorsen? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Monday edition of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the thrilling road win for Nebraska basketball, which remains undefeated after knocking off Illinois at the buzzer. The guys then discuss Nebraska volleyball's five-set loss to Texas A&M. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a Thursday edition of the Husker247 Podcast and we’re breaking down Nebraska basketball’s 30-point win over Wisconsin. The Huskers are ranked and playing well. What’s the ceiling for this team and why have they started so quickly? Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Wednesday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the changes coming to Nebraska’s football staff, including a potential off-the-field hire that could be huge for recruiting and where things stand in the pursuit of a defensive line coach. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Tuesday's Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down Matt Rhule's Tuesday press conference, which featured the news the Big Red had moved on from defensive line coach Terry Bradden. Assessing Rhule's comments and where the Huskers will fill out their staff. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Monday edition of the Husker247 Podcast breaks down a busy weekend for Husker Athletics. Matt Rhule made a hire at the defensive coordinator spot, and changed course at the offensive line position, moving on from Donovan Raiola and going a different direction for his next hire. The Huskers learned their bowl destination officially and Nebraska basketball dominated in-state rival Creighton and now turns its attention to Big Ten Conference play. Lots to cover. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Thursday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the decision ahead for Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson. We get into Matt Rhule's comments on Wednesday and how the decision about whether to stay or go is more nuanced than it used to be. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down Nebraska's 2026 recruiting class, which signed Wednesday, and dive into Matt Rhule's comments about quarterbacks, Emmett Johnson and the search for a new defensive coordinator. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Husker247 Podcast returns to break down Nebraska's decision to part with defensive coordinator John Butler on Monday. What went wrong with the Husker defense in 2025, what awaits the next coordinator in Lincoln and who could Nebraska target to replace Butler? In the second half of the show, the guys set the table for Nebraska's national signing day on Wednesday. How does the Huskers' 2026 class stack up and what can Nebraska get done in 2027? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 return for a post Black Friday edition of the Husker247 Daily. The Huskers turn their attention to bowl prep, National Signing Day and roster improvement in the offseason. Let's start with three positions Nebraska needs to address this offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Husker247 HypeCast is back to preview the Huskers' Black Friday matchup with Iowa. Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson are joined by Evan Bland of the Omaha World-Herald to breakdown the game between the two schools. Oddly specific predictions, picks to click and wild cards are also discussed. Listen in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a Tuesday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson ask whether the Iowa-Nebraska matchup has picked up steam in recent years despite Iowa’s consistent string of last-second wins over the Big Red. Have Nebraska fans embraced a Trophy Game? Plus, is this the year where Nebraska finally defends its home turf against the Hawkeyes? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Husker247 Daily Monday edition is live and Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson are picking through the wreckage of Nebraska’s 37-10 loss to Penn State on the road. What was most surprising about the way the game unfolded? Did Nebraska have a good gameplan offensively? We dive into all that and more. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nebraska is walking into its road matchup with Penn State at a unique time for the Nittany Lions. Penn State has arguably played its best football of the season over its last two games, but with its coaching search nearing an end and James Franklin announced as the head coach at Virginia Tech, what will the Huskers face in State College? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Husker247 Hypecast is back and ready to discuss Nebraska's upcoming matchup with Penn State. This week, Chris Schmidt of KFOR and The Average Joe Sports Show joins to preview the matchup with the Nittany Lions. Can the Husker defense stop the run? Can TJ Lateef build on the performance against UCLA? All that and more, plus oddly specific predictions and picks to click. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A busy morning of recruiting news on the Nebraska football beat on Wednesday as 2026 quarterback Dayton Raiola decommits from Nebraska's recruiting class. What it means for the Huskers' quarterback picture and where things go in the future. Also, long-time Nebraska defensive back commit Danny Odem earned his fifth star in the latest 247Sports recruiting rankings updates. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Tuesday's version of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the recent history between Nebraska and Penn State, which has featured a fair amount of Husker success. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a Monday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson set the table for Nebraska's trip to Penn State to take on the Nittany Lions. The Huskers opened as double-digit underdogs on Sunday, but the opportunity is huge for the Big Red and freshman quarterback TJ Lateef. The Daily ends with discussing Nebraska basketball's 105-99 win over Oklahoma. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nebraska launched a Heisman campaign for running back Emmett Johnson this week. The junior running back is in the midst of a strong season that has him positioned for potential All-America honors and more. What do the final two games have to look like for Johnson to put him in national award consideration and where does his season stack up against recent Husker greats? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Thursday edition of the Husker247 Daily takes a look at a few position groups that have a couple big months ahead as the Huskers finish out the 2025 season, roll through bowl practices, and then roll through the transfer portal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Wednesday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Brian Christopherson and Michael Bruntz discuss what we know and don't know about this year's version of Nebraska basketball, with a matchup looming against Oklahoma on Saturday. Rienk Mast is obviously a linchpin on the roster, but who else will need to be counted on this season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Tuesday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down Matt Rhule's comments from Monday about the transfer portal. Rhule expressed confidence that Nebraska is in more of a position to compete for portal additions in the age of revenue sharing, and we take a look back at some of the work Rhule and his staff did in the portal last offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices