Husker247: A Nebraska athletics podcast

On this episode of the Husker247 Podcast the guys talk stocks — or at least the Nebraska football stock market where the action is always all over the place. Mike Schaefer brings a list of six names and Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson determine stock up, stock down or holding steady based on what they’ve heard during fall camp so far. Then the conversation shifts to some early news, notes and a quick look at a few position groups that are standing out in a good way or have some real question marks early on in fall camp. 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 week’s episode, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the start of fall camp — hot takes, positions to watch, positions to be concerned about and how things are shaping up after a few days for Matt Rhule’s team. The secondary gets extra attention this week following the news that veteran safety Myles Farmer was entering the transfer portal. How does that group shake out and which safeties can step in and fill the void for the Huskers? In the second segment, the guys discuss the opening part of Nebraska’s trip to Spain and Wednesday’s news about transfer guard Ahron Ulis being charged in an Iowa gambling probe. Finally, the guys discuss the on-going rumors of conference re-alignment and what’s popped up in the media in recent days. 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 makes a triumphant return to Husker247 and he hits the ground running with plenty of Big Ten Media Days talk and even throws a few thoughts on Nebraska’s overtime history since he missed the podcast. First though Bruntz and Mike Schaefer discuss what to expect from Nebraska this week as Matt Rhule will make his conference debut of sorts in Indianapolis. Will Rhule lay out a lot of news for the hungry media members in attendance or do we anticipate this will be more big picture about his vision for the program and the conference? Then the two discuss how Nebraska’s player representatives will be received. Bruntz is looking forward to chatting more with Jeff Sims, who had a brief media availability this spring, but has otherwise been largely quiet. Schaefer wants to know what Ethan Piper has to say about things and both wonder if he isn’t currently stealing someone’s job. Then there’s Luke Reimer — what stands out to the veteran about Nebraska’s new look defense and who exactly will be playing with him on the second level? Then after a short break in the action the two return to talk recruiting, Nebraska’s successful additions in July and the big cook out scheduled for this weekend. Nebraska will have a number of targets on campus as well as a lot of 2024 commitments, helping them feel a sense of ownership with the program. Finally Bruntz gives thoughts on overtime games and the two say their goodbyes. 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 wanted to use its downtime in July wisely and that’s how Thursday’s episode ended being devoted entirely to Nebraska’s history with overtime games. The Huskers have played in 15 overtime games since the rule change and on the podcast Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson walk through them — sometimes in painful and painstaking detail. Which coach spent the most time in overtime games? Who had the most success? Worst loss? Best showing? All those questions are answered and many more memories are discussed as Husker247 walks through the 15 overtime games and even offers a glimmer of hope for the future at the end. 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

Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson got together on Monday to talk about where Nebraska’s recruiting class sits after the latest addition in Preston Taumua. First though the two discussed what Taumua means in the class and why it reflects well on the future for Donovan Raiola in his attempts to bring more players from Hawaii to the mainland and specifically to Nebraska. Then the two size up what the efforts have been on the offensive line with a conversation about the commitments the Huskers have so far and how Logan-Magnolia’s Grant Brix is the biggest target on the team’s board at this time. After a short break the duo returned to run through the Summer Superlatives and walked through some of the categories and discussed a few possible answers, why it’s difficult to find an instant impact player is in the class and just who might be the best player in Nebraska’s 2024 class. 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

Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson got together on Tuesday to chat about the latest happenings in Nebraska football as the Huskers first season under Matt Rhule inches a little closer. On Tuesday after some obligatory baseball talk the two from Husker247 dive into the schedule a little as the question is posed — which game stands out for the 2023 schedule? From there it’s wondering which 50/50 game does Nebraska look destined to win, what game might be considered a trap game this season and which game might be the most difficult with where it falls on the schedule? After a spirited schedule discussion — which featured a healthy amount of Michigan debate regarding JJ McCarthy — conversation shifted over to Nebraska’s offensive line. Who is the X-Factor for Nebraska? Both hosts had different answers for which player could be most critical up front. Finally the Mount Rushmore challenge emerges but this time with a twist. 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

On this episode of Husker247 Podcast there’s talk of the future with recapping several of Nebraska’s latests additions, but also a look at where things are in the present with a rundown of the top names on The Most Indispensable list that started at No. 23 and finished at No. 1. Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson broke down the Kewan Lacy commitment, what the Huskers are getting with Quinn Clark, why Carlon Jones gave one of the best post-commitment interviews and how Nebraska landed Jacory Barney. Along the way they correctly pronounced Lancaster, remembered when Ken Clark ran wild on Big Eight teams, discussed what Nebraska’s success in Texas could bring and how Garret McGuire won over the Barneys with a little hard work. After a quick break conversation picks up as the duo discuss the final five names on the Most Indispensable list and previewed what their individual seasons could look like in 2023. 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

Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz break down the commitment of Ainsworth (Neb.) tight end Carter Nelson and what it means for Nebraska and the 2024 recruiting class. 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

Cooper and Andrew go in-depth discussing four-star TE Carter Nelson's commitment to Nebraska and the impact he can have for the Huskers! Host: Cooper Petagna & Andrew Ivins Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! 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 picked up a pair of commitments on Friday which makes it the perfect time for Husker247 to get together for a quick podcast. Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz break down the commitments of Dae’vonn Hall and Isaiah McMorris. What does it mean the Huskers have added the two receivers from Bellevue West? After discussing Hall and McMorris the conversation turns to a few other commitments the Huskers have added over the past week, before finishing up with the visit weekend where Nebraska has a number of important targets in town. 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

Andrew Ivins and Cooper Petagna discuss the top takeaways and standout QBs from the Elite 11 Finals in Los Angeles last week. Biggest Elite 11 Takeaways - 3:15 Takeaways from Dylan Raiola - 9:20 Takeaways from Ryan Puglisi - 14:20 Takeaways from Luke Kromenhoek - 20:00 Takeaways from CJ Carr - 27:30 Takeaways from Jadyn Davis - 31:50 Takeaways from Air Noland - 36:30 Takeaways from DJ Lagway 39:45 Takeaways from Will Hammond 43:20 Takeaways from Colin Hurley - 46:30 Takeaways from Hauss Hejny - 51:15 Takeaways from Trever Jackson - 52:20 Takeaways from Ethan Grunkemeyer - 55:45 Takeaways from Daniel Kaelin - 58:40 Takeaways from Demond Williams - 1:00:00 Host: Andrew Ivins & Cooper Petagna Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! 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 Podcast returned on Wednesday with a quick episode running down Nebraska’s recruiting efforts, how the camps under Matt Rhule has gone and much more. Before the recruiting chatter got underway Brian Christopher detailed the latest in the Most Indispensable Husker Series, recapping the first handful of names to appear, including Marques Buford, Myles Farmer and more. Then Christopherson and Mike Schaefer discuss what transpired over the weekend at Nebraska’s camps. From Derek Brown Jr. appearing on the scene to Kamdyn Koch jumping in the class to Nebraska offering several recruits that will be on campus this weekend. Finally things finish up with a quick run through of the visitors set to come in this weekend and the ones already on campus for midweek visits. 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 football continued its in-state recruiting momentum on Friday evening, picking up a verbal pledge from 2025 Omaha North lineman Tyson Terry. The three-star lineman, who plays on both sides of the ball for Omaha North, picked the Huskers over a host of regional offers and growing national interest, giving Nebraska a pair of in-state commitments in its 2025 recruiting class. Michael Bruntz and Mike Schaefer of Husker247 break down Terry’s recruitment, his decision and what it means for the Huskers and big picture in the Omaha Metro area. 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 continued its momentum on the recruiting trail and in Texas on Thursday evening with the commitment of DeSoto (Texas) cornerback Mario Buford. Buford has been a long-time Husker target, and Nebraska beat out Oregon, Michigan State and others for the four-star cornerback. Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz break down what Buford brings to the table and what the commitment means for Nebraska's 2024 recruiting class. 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 week's Husker247 Podcast, Mike Schaefer, Brian Christopherson and Michael Bruntz take a way-too-early summer look at the game-by-game Nebraska football schedule in 2023 and how that might play out. The second segment is a review of Nebraska's big official visit weekend and where the Huskers stand with top prospects coming out of the visits. 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 returned on Friday for a quick look at the upcoming visit weekend the Huskers have in store. Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson ran through the names expected on campus and talked out the players who stand out among the visit list. There’s discussion on Mario Buford and how he’s been a key target for several years, how Joseph Anderson represents what the Huskers have been chasing since Matt Rhule arrives, how Caleb Pyfrom would be a big recruiting win and then how it could be a widely important weekend if Nebraska lands some early commitments for the month. After that the two discuss the big camps the Huskers have going in June and how it’ll be interesting to see if the staff finds any recruits at these camps they end up offering and how they’ll attack things relative to what we saw under Scott Frost, Mike Riley and Bo Pelini. Finally the question is thrown out in honor of the upcoming fullback camp — who is on Nebraska’s Mount Rushmore of past fullbacks? 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 convened for another podcast on Tuesday and Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discussed a few different topics following Memorial Day. Here’s what the duo hit on after briefly discussing the nice long weekend: — Which incoming freshmen are players who could push for early playing time for the Huskers in the 2023 season? — Each of Christopherson and Schaefer discuss a wide receiver that could get more early playing time than some might expect. — How the 2023 class is going to be graded on what happens in the trenches and why guys like Jason Maciejzak and Sua Lefotu could help while also retaining redshirts. — Schaefer looks into the future and gives his prediction for the safest bet to be a starter in the 2023 class beyond kicker Tristan Alvano. — Christopherson talks legacies and why Danny Noonan could line up for some snaps right now. — After an intermission the duo hit on Nebraska’s secondary and the Huskers are hoping for some breakout years from a few players who just got their feet wet in 2022. — What will Malcolm Hartzog do for an encore? — Can the Huskers develop a few difference makers on the backend? — Finally a postmortem for the Nebraska baseball 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

Husker247 gathered on Wednesday morning to talk about Nebraska baseball’s chances in the Big Ten Tournament and the newest addition for the Huskers for this season and the 2024 class. The podcast starts with some baseball chatter as Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz walk through the scenarios with the Big Ten Baseball Tournament. Unsurprisingly it’s important for the Huskers to navigate the first game successfully to avoid a difficult and very unlikely path back to the Big Ten Championship game. Bruntz explains some of the key players who will have to step up and gives some updates on the status of Brice Matthews, who missed time with a back injury. From there conversation turns to Nebraska’s new additions Daniel Kaelin and Tyler Knaak. The two start with Kaelin and what a weird journey it was for the Huskers to end up with the Bellevue West quarterback despite several stops and starts over the year. From there they discuss what they think Nebraska is getting with Kaelin and what it means for the quarterback position room. Finally attention turns to Knaak and how the Huskers added an offensive line piece for depth this season and potentially more down the line. Plus some discussion about Utah as a recruiting hot bed. 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 returned on Tuesday and noted just how quickly 2023 seems to be flying, which only means football is going to be here sooner than we think. Conversation began remembering the days of hanging out in the magazine aisle at the store, leafing through the preview magazines and trying to get the scoop on the Big 12 or college football at large. That lead to a discussion on tight ends and what we can expect from Nebraska’s position room in 2023, as the Huskers have a lot of potential contributors, more questions than answers and frankly a lot of intrigue at a spot that could be important this fall. Among the conversations — who is at the top of the room? What kind of spring did Thomas Fidone have? Why we shouldn’t forget about Janiran Bonner and much more. Then Mike Schaefer tries to put Brian Christopherson on the spot and ask the longtime beat writer for his Nebraska tight end Mount Rushmore. Who made the cut? Finally after a technology challenged transition the duo discussed Dylan Raiola’s Georgia commitment and what it ultimately meant for the Huskers to be involved and where Matt Rhule and company might go now that the quarterback is headed elsewhere. 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’s post-spring look at various Husker position groups rolls on with the wide receivers. The group has a number of X-factors and little returning production. What has to happen for the wide receivers to be productive? In the second segment, The Wheel of Topics returns after a long hiatus, stocked with questions ranging from transfer portal and specific predictions about the season to breakfast meats and much more. Subscribe to the Husker247 YouTube Channel or wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, Podbean, Stitcher, Audible, Amazon Music). 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 rolls on with its post-spring look at the running back position and who can emerge from that group in the fall. Brian Christopherson also hits on a few of the highlights from Matt Rhule's media appearance on Monday night, including a walk-on who may be more than just a nice spring story. In the second segment, the guys discuss Nebraska basketball's addition of Josiah Allick and what's ahead for Husker baseball in the final two weeks of the season. Subscribe to the Husker247 YouTube Channel or wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, Podbean, Stitcher, Audible, Amazon Music). 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

Thursday’s Husker247 Podcast begins an offseason look at where things stand for Nebraska’s position groups — first up: quarterbacks. Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the spring, transfer portal movement and confidence level about the group as the portal wheel spins. In the second segment, the guys discuss the addition of New Mexico transfer Josiah Allick and how he fits into Nebraska’s roster for next season. Allick is the fourth transfer portal addition for Nebraska basketball this offseason. How does that quartet fit into the Husker roster? Subscribe to the Husker247 YouTube Channel or wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, Podbean, Stitcher, Audible, Amazon Music). 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 spring transfer portal window closed April 30. How did the Huskers fare and how does the picture look at certain spots where Nebraska lost contributors? The podcast wraps with some discussion about the NFL Draft and Nebraska basketball gaining a commitment from Iowa transfer guard Ahron Ulis. Listen in. Subscribe to the Husker247 YouTube Channel or wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, Podbean, Stitcher, Audible, Amazon Music). 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 convened for an emergency podcast following the news of Casey Thompson leaving. Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer walk through the news and the fallout of Thompson leaving as a graduate transfer and heading to the portal. What does it mean for Jeff Sims? What does it mean for behind Jeff Sims? Conversation also includes plenty of thoughts on the potential return of Logan Smothers, why Heinrich Haarberg emerged this spring and if the Huskers will pursue a quarterback in the portal now without Thompson. Finally a few more thoughts on Noa Pola-Gates entering the portal and what remains with the Huskers ahead of the transfer deadline. 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 returned on NFL Draft Day and discussed the latest happenings in Nebraska football post spring session, the transfer portal, the aforementioned draft and Nebraska baseball. Things start with some early draft discussion before giving way to the portal. Any of Nebraska’s departures a surprise? Will Stephon Wynn be missed? What about on the other end of things — does Nebraska look to add to its roster at all? Where would those spots be at if it does? Then discussion turned to a lightening rod topic in what is happening at Colorado. What does the big roster shift in Boulder mean for the game in September? Following a short break the trio return to discuss the NFL draft and make some predictions. When does Trey Palmer get drafted? Who takes him? How many Huskers are selected during the event? Who are the likely undrafted signees? Finally after all the football talk, Michael Bruntz uses his best bedside manner to walk through another ugly midweek loss for the Huskers and to update where things sit in a season that appears to be going sideways. 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

Back on regular schedule following the spring session, Husker247 convened a podcast on Tuesday to go over the Red-White Game and to discuss the latest recruiting happenings. The podcast opens with Mike Schaefer getting thoughts from Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson about what stood out the most to either of them with Saturday’s scrimmage. From there each were asked thoughts on a variety topics including Tony White’s 3-3-5 defense, thoughts on the offensive line performance. how the tight ends played and who stood out from the secondary. After a brief pause in the action the show resumes with more recruiting talk as each of Nebraska’s last three commitments are discussed. Things start with Ian Flynt before moving to Willis McGahee and finally Caden VerMaas. Then the trio discusses a handful of recruits who came in for the visit, where things might be sitting for those individuals and how it has all shaped up for Nebraska as it heads into what figures to be a busy evaluation period. 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 returns as the REd-White game is a day away. How does Husker247 feel about things? Of course we’ll tell you. The podcast starts with memories of spring game past and what stands out about the annual event every April. From there Mike Schaefer directs each of Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson to give a rundown of one side of the ball. Bruntz gives his thoughts on offense and Christopherson handles the defense, as both give fans things to look for on Saturday. All three offer players they’re excited to see for the first time on Saturday in new roles and then each talks about a concern that exists if things go poorly. Finally it is time for predictions. Things get oddly specific and even a little bit confusing as they try to determine a winner, but eventually everyone gets on the same page. 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 Red-White game is finally here and that means it’s time to figure out what is a big deal, what’s a spring story and what’s a big nothing burger. And who better to make these definitive statements than Husker247? Join Mike schaefer and Michael Bruntz as they go position-by-position to determine if the biggest storylines or narratives from each have staying power or are simply polite spring conversations and won’t factor into the 2023 season. After that Schaefer talks about the Under Armour camp he attended, which Nebraska targets shined and why the Huskers need to continue to work hard into the Kansas City area. Bruntz follows up with a run through of Nebraska’s spring game visit list, which is sure to continue to grow as the event gets closer. Finally discussion ends with a conversation about Nebraska’s baseball team, its suspended game against Creighton and the historic impressiveness of what Max Anderson and Brice Matthews are doing in the same season 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

It’s the dog days of spring football which makes it a great time to switch things up on the Husker247 Podcast and talk some basketball recruiting. In a brisk 18-minute podcast Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson talk about Nebraska’s newest additions Rienk Mast and Brice Williams, each of whom committed and plan to join the Huskers for the 2023-24 season. Then they discuss other potential visitors including Latrell Wrightsell and Hunter Sallis, and why two former in-state players could be interesting additions. Finally they talked about how intentional Fred Hoiberg and the staff have to be in building a roster that can build off the gains of last 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

The Husker247 Podcast returned this week and focused primarily on a pair of discussions that spanned the entire show. The first centered on Nebraska’s wide receiver room and the second was a discussion about where things sit for in-state recruiting. Discussion about wide receivers started with Garret McGuire who spoke after Tuesday’s practice. The trio gave their thoughts on why his age is overblown, what they’ve heard or learned regarding McGuire and more about the receivers coach. From there the conversation moved to the position in general. Does Nebraska have a No. 1 wide receiver? Who could the top receivers be this year? Could there be surprises? Will Nebraska struggle because it may not have a big play threat like a Trey Palmer or a Samori Toure? Following a quick timeout the show moved over to recruiting to discuss Ashton Murphy. The Elkhorn South lineman committed to the Huskers, giving the team three commitments for the 2024 class and the first in-state commitment for the cycle. What stands out about Murphy? What did Michael Bruntz and Mike Schaefer see from him at a Warren Academy event in January? Where does he fit moving forward? Then things move over to new offer Eric Ingwerson and why Nebraska is in a good spot to annually find tight ends and linemen like Murphy for every class. 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 gathered on Good Friday to spread the news of Nebraska’s spring practices and where things sit for the Huskers. After a little Masters banter and entirely too much talk about pimento sandwiches, Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson ran through each position on the roster to discuss how things have shook out for the Huskers this spring. Who’s standing out at quarterback? What to make of a deep running back room? How excited are the tight ends? What are we seeing out of the trenches? Who is emerging in the back of the defense? All of those and more are discussed. Things finish highlighting a couple walk-on players having good springs and the guys talk about their Easter memories and what makes a good candy for the holiday. 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 Podcast returns to discuss where things sit for Nebraska football at the halfway point of spring practices. Conversation starts with what the trio saw on Tuesday when over at the facility and what perhaps stood out, including observations on both Bryce Benhart and AJ Rollins. From there they run through Nebraska’s defense and what is happening at each level, including a look at linebacker and how there’s a big difference in the types of players being brought in to help run Tony White’s 3-3-5. They also discuss the depth along the defensive line and the maturation of Nash Hutmacher, as well as the volume of players in the defensive backfield and the amount of returning experience. After a quick time out the conversation shifts to the offensive line. What does it look like right now for Nebraska? How can the Huskers survive some depth issues this spring? Then a conversation about oft forgotten Nouredin Nouilli, who missed all of 2022 because of suspension. Does he start immediately? Any concerns about rush? What does that mean for the rest of the position group. Finally there’s a breakdown of where things are at for Nebraska baseball as the Huskers are coming off an important midweek win at Kansas State and have a critical series ahead against Michigan. 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 got together one last time in March to discuss Nebraska football and other topics as the spring rolls along. The show started with a discussion about where things sit with Nebraska’s defensive line after Terrance Knighton spoke on Thursday and the depth the Huskers have currently and are attempting to create by utilizing different players in different roles. Then each participant spoke about the most interesting thing they’ve seen or heard so far this spring as it relates to the Huskers. Conversation ranged from tight end usage to how injuries and news is handled to running backs to the very intentionality Matt Rhule seems to operate from. After a quick timeout conversation resumed as each person picked a different Husker standing out this spring and why things could be break right this year. Finally Michael Bruntz breaks down where things sit for Nebraska baseball, which desperately could use a third starter and how it is shaping up for postseason play. 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 gathered on Wednesday to discuss Nebraska’s spring ball and the big visit weekend. Conversation starts with Nebraska’s fifth spring practice and what has stood out to Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson during the first couple of open practice sessions and the media available. Early on the conversation centers on the unanswered picture at quarterback and just how unique the room is compared to other quarterback situations that Huskers have faced. There’s also a discussion about position changes and Nebraska’s efforts to build depth on its defense through the use of multiple players beyond its top unit. Mike Schaefer then takes things to recruiting as the trio walks through Nebraska’s big weekend and what stood out. Any concern over the lack of commitments? Did Nebraska solidify themselves with others? What happens with Dylan Raiola moving forward? 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 been a busy, busy week for Nebraska football as spring ball is completely underway and the Huskers are set to have a monster recruiting weekend. Who better to get you prepared for it than Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson? The Husker247 duo first start with a little March Madness talk and the obligatory banter as BC reveals how many times he’s watched Miracle. But conversation shifts to Nebraska’s first open portion of a spring practice and what the two saw when out there. Which position groups, players or even assistant coaches stood out during the open portion? What initial thoughts do they have on Nebraska’s newcomers. From there they discuss what they’ve heard from the coaches and players that have been available to discuss things, including how the players have started to parrot their coaches and talk about the standards they have for themselves, how someone like Quinton Newsome can use the spring to become better, while getting used to different coaching and what they thought of the comments from both coordinators. After a quick break it became recruiting time. Up first they ran through some of the big names that are expected to be on campus this weekend like Brandon Baker, Williams Nwaneri and Ryan Wingo. Then a conversation occurred about how the Huskers also have some top talent from the surrounding states and inside Nebraska visiting as well, and how the Huskers have to have success in those areas just as much as it wants to pull players from California, Texas or elsewhere. Finally it was time for the Dylan Raiola conversation as the duo tried to determine what success looks like as it relates to a recruitment that hasn’t begun to slow down. 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

Spring ball is back and it was the first day Matt Rhule got to bring his players onto the field and see what he actually has for the 2023 season. That makes it a great time for Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer to bust out the microphones and chat about the start of the spring season, how Rhule handled the offseason and the media and much, much more. Discussion starts with Rhule’s transparency of changes within the program. The two debate what that might mean regarding things going forward and touch on some of the players who are suspended, who left the team and who is changing position. One of the most interesting players who could change spots is Heinrich Haarberg, but he’s staying at quarterback for now. Schaefer passes along thoughts on Haarberg’s media appearance and what it might mean moving forward for the redshirt sophomore. There’s also some offensive line talk as the guys try to figure out who’s where in the never-ending game of musical chairs up front. Tuesday’s contestant is Ethan Piper, an interior lineman looking for a home, that might change the complexion of the line. From there the two get into a conversation about Gabe Ervin, spring hype and fall production, as the running back room does not have a shortage of interesting players, who all bring something a little different to the table at the spot. After a quick time out Christopherson runs through the latest in Nebraska recruiting with several visitors on campus including Willis McGahee IV and Kaelin Massey, Then the two highlight the big recruiting weekend and some of the names both are looking forward to hearing more about following their first trips to Lincoln. 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 football officially opened its 2023 spring practices on Monday, with the Huskers running through a 6 a.m. practice. Media heard from Matt Rhule and four players. What did we learn from Rhule about position changes and departures? Who has been one of the stars of the offseason? We unpack that and more in a short Monday-edition of the Husker247 Podcast. 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

Mike Schaefer returned from his Vegas vacation to join Brian Christopherson as the duo from Husker247 broke down the forthcoming spring football season, chatted about Nebraska basketball’s offseason and discussed some favorite memories of basketball in March. Things started with some tournament talk as the question was posed — favorite buzzer beater — which led to plenty of discussions of past results. Then conversation shifted to 2023 Nebraska football as each of Christopherson and Schaefer ran through interesting holdovers form the previous roster, names like Ajay Allen, Henry Lutovsky and more. From there the two ran through each position group to discuss a name that intrigues this spring and thoughts on the overall position. What room stands out as a potential strength? Where does it feel obvious the Huskers lack depth? After getting through both offense and defense, sports were changed as Nebraska basketball became the topic regarding recent departures of Denim Dawson and Oleg Kojenets. What’s next for the Huskers? Did Fred Hoiberg find the framework for what he wants in Lincoln? Finally things wrap up with more tournament talk. Who’s BC got in the finals? Why hasn’t Schaefer filled out a bracket? 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 today's Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson put a bow on Nebraska basketball's short stay at the Big Ten Basketball Tournament in Chicago, and kick things forward to a longshot NIT berth and how Fred Hoiberg will go about reshaping his roster going into next season. In the second segment, Mike Schaefer is joined by 247Sports National Recruiting analyst Greg Biggins to discuss Nebraska recruiting in California as part of Husker247's ongoing State of Focus series. 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 podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss Matt Rhule's approach to the offseason and the ways the new Husker head coach has increased competition, while building his team's culture. Tight end Thomas Fidone, an intriguing piece of the Husker roster, weighed in on Rhule's approach in the offseason and how it has been received by the players. On the hardcourt, Brian was in Iowa City to see Nebraska sweep the Hawkeyes on the season. How does this team continue to do it and how many suits is Brian packing for the Big Ten Tournament? Nebraska baseball largely handled its business in Minnesota, upsetting No. 7 Vanderbilt and knocking off Hawaii. Where do things stand for the Big Red as they return home? Subscribe to the Husker247 YouTube Channel or wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, Podbean, Stitcher, Audible, Amazon Music). 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 convened again on Thursday to discuss the news of the week, set up the weekend and bring in some actual expertise in the form of recruiting. Things start off with Michael Bruntz discussing hand size since the NFL Combine is here. Can Ochaun Mathis, Trey Palmer or Travis Vokolek make some headway and move up draft boards with a good showing? Which one intrigues the group the most? Then Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discuss and lament the way things went for Nebraska basketball on Tuesday as Michigan State came to Lincoln and shot lights out in the second half, erasing a double-digit deficit and burying the Huskers under an avalanche of 3-point field goals. Can Nebraska bounce back at Iowa? Does BC have some confidence in Nebraska after the Huskers played well in a loss against a sharpshooting squad? Then Bruntz tells us about Nebraska baseball and where things sit for the program following a sweep at South Alabama to get the season back to .500 and ahead of a clash with Vanderbilt, Hawaii and Ole Miss up in Minneapolis. After a word from the sponsors, Schaefer returns with East Coach analyst Brian Dohn to talk about Nebraska’s recruiting efforts in New Jersey, Philadelphia and why that could be fruitful given the connections on the staff. Dohn touches on a few of the top players in 2024 class and some of Nebraska’s recent additions, before professing his love for Husker hooper Keisei Tominaga. 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 started with a topic near and dear to its heart — ranking the best months of the year. From there a spirited discussion emerged regarding Brian Christopherson’s experience in the Omaha North marching band and then a discussion about marching bands in general. If those can’t sell you on a listen then it’s worth noting immediately after the guys talked about Dylan Raiola, his boy’s weekend in Lincoln, and why the Huskers appear to be the favorite as the calendar turns to March. Then after a quick break it’s time for basketball. First there’s plenty of conversation about the Minnesota game and how the Huskers held on for an important win despite a sometimes inconsistent game. Then it’s time to break down the Michigan State game and how the Huskers matchup with a Spartans team that has one more win in conference play this season, but also an 18-point win over Nebraska earlier this season. It all ends with predictions. Does anyone pick Nebraska to win on Tuesday? 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 was back in action on Thursday as Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer broke tdown the latest in Nebraska athletics. The pod began with a conversation about each of three assistants that came and spoke to the media on Wednesday morning. Strength coach Corey Campbell laid out his vision. What does that mean for Nebraska? What changes with Campbell as a strength coach? What did we learn about him during the session? From there conversation shifted to Donovan Raiola, who spoke about offensive line play for the first time since the previous spring. What are the takeaways from the coach about his group and what do we already know going into spring? Linebackers coach Rob Dvoracek was also discussed, as well as his position room, which could use some breakouts this spring and next fall. Bruntz discussed where linebacker falls on his list of concerns about the program. Finally Brian Christopherson breaks down the Nebraska basketball game ahead on Saturday and if the Huskers can keep things rolling. Then to completely tempt faith the trio discussed how many wins Nebraska would need to jump into the NCAA tournament. 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 got together on a Tuesday to talk about Nebraska’s newest commitment, a unique in-state offer, how Nebraska basketball keeps winning and if the baseball team wants a do-over in the schedule department after a rough start. Things start with Mike Schaefer gloating about his prediction from the previous podcast. When he mercifully ends Michael Bruntz takes up the cause to talk about Roger Gradney, Nebraska’s newest commitment and first in the 2024 class. From there the guys discuss Tory Pittman III, Nebraska’s first in-state offer to an 8th grader. He plans to enroll at Omaha Central next year. Conversation shifts after the break to Nebraska basketball where Brian Christopherson and Schaefer recap an exciting win over Maryland, how the Huskers pulled it off and why Derrick Walker has been a special, special player for the team this year. Finally Bruntz takes us through a disaster of a weekend for Nebraska baseball, why Will Bolt wants a challenging non-conference schedule and why the Huskers might end up being fine after an ugly start. 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 trio got together on Friday morning to knock out a quick 30-minute podcast touching on the news of the back half of the week and more. The show starts with the news of Alante Brown leaving the team and Hunter Anthony leaving the program. Brian Christopherson explains why Brown’s departure is notable, but also suggests people don’t write off the wide receiver entirely. Michael Bruntz discusses Anthony’s role at Nebraska in 2022 and why it looked to be more of the same in 2023 and why the former Oklahoma State Cowboy might be in the market for something else. Both Husker247 beat writers believe it’s simply the start of the attrition that has to come for the Huskers as Nebraska looks to get down to the correct numbers. From there conversation shifts to recruiting where the big March visit weekend is discussed and names are mentioned of top players expected to be on campus. The Huskers are planning a strong weekend which could include having two of the Top 5 players in the country on the same visit. Recruiting remains the topic as the trio discussed Carter Nelson’s offer and why Nebraska continues to see a surge of schools come in and make offers that have otherwise rarely ever shown interest in players from the state. Finally things finish up with the red-hot Husker basketball team, a key game against Maryland at home and the outlook for getting to a postseason tournament, which suddenly looks like a possibility. 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’s Valentine’s Day gift to you is a brand new episode to help shorten the offseason by 40 minutes. The gang talks about Valentine’s Day and which cards they picked out as kids and other memorable moments from the holiday. Somehow it led to the discussion of the 1990s including the baggy nature of the suits and Counting Crows. Somehow things stayed on the rails enough to get to a discussion about Dylan Raiola and the recent Crystal Ball prediction. The trio went over the important questions: Why? When? And what does it mean? Brian Christopherson broke down where things sit for Nebraska basketball at the moment and what it would mean to get a couple more wins this regular season, both for the current players and for the direction of things under Fred Hoiberg. Michael Bruntz walked through the opening of baseball season and dove into how the Huskers stack up these first few weeks as the Big Ten team will be on the road to get some games in during February. 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 returned on Friday and didn’t make a single Super Bowl reference or a prediction. That’s because the group was too busy chatting about a recent press conference with tight ends coach Bob Wager and wide receivers coach Garret McGuire, as well as working through the Super Six. Here’s what happened on the latest podcast: Things start with thoughts from Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson on Bob Wager and his position room. From there Mike Schaefer forces Christopherson to make a prediction about the position group and he learns more about the addition of former LSU and Georgia tight end Arik Gilbert. Following that conversation the group focuses on McGuire and how the young assistant handled his first real media appearance. Discussion turned to how McGuire fits with the staff, why he could be a big asset and why there are not real concerns about his ability to coach similarly aged receivers. After a short break the conversation turns to the Super Six and all three run through their ballots before discussing some of the surprises in the results. Then its sleeper time and each walks through some other names they considered. Christopherson sends it home with a discussion about Nebraska’s upcoming game against Wisconsin, Bruntz invents a new Mount Rushmore and Schaefer fondly recalls when the Bob Devaney Sports Center would welcome Colorado’s Richard Roby onto the court. 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 returned to its full form on Tuesday as all three of Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer gathered to talk about the recruiting class, positional outlooks, and then dove into a little basketball and baseball to finish things out. Things started with football where Bruntz and Christopherson dove into how Matt Rhule and company finished things out. Each gave thoughts on what they learned about Rhule and the staff during the last couple months and what could carry over into future classes. All three discussed recruits that committed in the last few weeks and which players stand out as additions in the second signing period, as well as which positions received a boost for next season and if there’s a surprise player in the mix like we saw with Malcolm Hartzog. From there things transitioned to basketball and Christopherson broke down Nebraska’s big win over Penn State and how Keisei Tominaga stepped up to carry the Huskers, as well as what he’s seeing from Jamarques Lawrence and why Ramel Lloyd is a name to know for coming seasons. Bruntz then weighed in with thoughts on Nebraska baseball as the Huskers are just a week away from the season beginning out in San Diego. Bruntz provided a couple newcomers to know as Will Bolt looks to turn things around after a rough 2022 season. Be sure to subscribe to the Husker247 Podcast to have each new episode downloaded immediately to your listening device. 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 Thursday's episode, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the final five additions to Nebraska's recruiting class and take a look at the class overall -- which positions did Nebraska hit? Who are potential sleepers? Which recruit would you absolutely bet your life on? The guys also discuss the high points of Matt Rhule's press conference, including his discussions on building culture and much 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

In Tuesday's episode, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson dig in to some of the takeaways from Terrance Knighton and Ed Foley's media appearance. What does Nebraska REALLY have coming back along the defensive line? How aggressive should Nebraska be on special teams? Can they be? In the second segment, the guys preview Nebraska's national signing day and dig into the work done by Matt Rhule and his staff in January. Listen in. Subscribe to the Husker247 YouTube Channel or wherever you get your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, Podbean, Stitcher, Audible, Amazon Music) 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