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Josh Peterson unpacks the start of the top ten down to number six, including his own personal biggest surprise on the entire list. Then, Jack Mitchell joins the pod to discuss the brutal losses and memories of these five games.Watch this episode on YouTube!Want access to the final five games right now? Subscribe to the I-80 Club on Patreon and listen to games 5-1 immediately! patreon.com/i80clubWant more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!On this special bonus episode of the Groin Kick Chronicles, the NFL on Fox's Kevin Kugler joins Josh to look back at the Nebraska football games he called for the Big Ten Network between 2017 and 2019, including the heartbreaking losses to Iowa in 2019 and Northwestern in 2017. What went wrong for Nebraska and what stands out all these years later? Plus, the through lines of this decade of Husker football and how the program escapes it moving forward.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipBig Ten Volleyball Media Days are this week in Chicago, and Lincoln and Jeff look at the big questions facing the league. Do Penn State and Wisconsin have a chip on their shoulder at the Huskers' preseason respect? For Nebraska, is anything short of a national title still a successful season? Will revenue sharing further stratify the conference? Thanks to show sponsor Alumni Hall, the top college apparel shop which has a new fan in Lincoln's Mom. Save 15% when you mention the show in store or when you use promo code VOLLEYBALLSTATE (one word) at alumnihall.com/nebraska-cornhuskersMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With barely a month to go until Nebraska kicks off their 2025 season, Josh and Jack are ready to go. What do we know about the 2025 Cornhuskers? It's a question they answer over the course of the episode, trying to figure out where optimism can be had, and what the answers would mean on the field.Josh presents an argument to buy into one of the transfer wide receivers. Are we sure this is different than the same discussions we were having a year ago? Jack asks about the defensive side of the ball; he's excited for quite a few players and Matt Rhule's track record as head coach.All that and more!Want more podcasts like this, including bonus episodes of the Groin Kick Chronicles, Volleyball State, and more? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DISCLAIMER: There was an audio issue that shows up in the back half of the podcast where there's a bit of a drop in sound quality. We apologize.We've reached the top 20 inside the Groin Kick Era of Husker football and things are getting absolutely terrible. Josh runs down games ranked 20-11, including a run of losses from Mike Riley's first season, some brutal losses inside the Big Ten West, and more. Then, Jack joins to dive in a bit deeper and discuss how miserable things have been. And there are still ten games left!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!On a special bonus episode of the Groin Kick Chronicles, Josh and Jack read and react to stories from their subscribers about the Groin Kick Era of Husker football. It's a pod about fandom, feelings, and more.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube.The season is almost here! Lincoln and Jeff preview the top contenders for the SEC, ACC, Big 12 and more. Plus a conversation with Vanderbilt coach Anders Nelson as the Commodores prepare to re-launch their program in 2025. Volleyball Stats is now sponsored by Alumni Hall, where Husker fans shop for all the top brands in Nebraska merchandise. Mention Volleyball State to save 15% or use promo code VOLLEYBALLSTATE when shopping online at alumnihall.comMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're one week close to the start of the 2025 college football season. Hallelujah! With Big Ten Media Days around the corner, Jack and Josh try to figure out what the groupthink is for the contenders, opponents of Nebraska, before diving into the Cornhuskers. Who is expected to be good? Who is expected to be bad? And where will we ultimately end up being wrong? All that and more on the Saturday Morning Coffee Show!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kicking off the podcast as he does every week, Josh Peterson goes through games ranked 30-21 before welcoming Jack Mitchell in to go a bit deeper on each loss. Jack is blown away one of his top ten games is only ranked 24th, the Scott Frost and Mike Riley eras come to a close, the final blowouts appear, and the first of eight OT losses finally shows up. Pain, thy name is Husker football.Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Sam McKewon of the Omaha World Herald joins the I-80 Club for the first time for a wide-ranging conversation about his career, his writing process, memorable moments, the coaches he's covered, Nebraska's 2025 season, and so much more.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Chaos in college sports? Who'd a thunk it? Wasn't the NCAA v. House settlement supposed to fix all this? But with lawsuits, commissions, and boosters still splashing cash it seems like things are still a big unpredictable mess. In April, Volleyball State recorded a bonus show for Patreon subscribers with Matt Brown of Extra Points, one of the country's best sports business reporters who has been all over this story. It's now available in full, given a lot of what is discussed is as relevant as ever, especially about tough decisions coming on Olympic sports.Volleyball Stats is now sponsored by Alumni Hall, where Husker fans shop for all the top brands in Nebraska merchandise. Mention Volleyball State to save 15% or use promo code VOLLEYBALLSTATE when shopping online at alumnihall.comTo get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Peterson unveils the all new I-80 Football Show, a brand new podcast from the I-80 Club coming this season. Consider this the soft launch of what's to come, with regular episodes appearing each Thursday of the season starting on August 21st.On today's episode, Josh continues his look at Matt Rhule, year three at Nebraska, and what to expect, but with a twist; he looks back at the third seasons for Matt Rhule's squads at Temple and Baylor. First, John DiCarlo of OwlScoop.com joins the podcast (5:00) to discuss Rhule's early years at Temple and why the Owls were able to break through like they did in 2015. How surprised was he about what was to come? Were there signs along the way? And why was a Penn State win to start 2015 so key to their success?Then, Josh welcomes Sam Kahn Jr. of The Athletic to the pod (40:43) to discuss what it was like covering Rhule's Baylor years as a reporter for ESPN. What kind of program was he walking into in 2017 and how were they able to break through so strongly in 2019? Plus, Rhule's way of recruiting and identifying talent; what made the Bears so different from other schools?What is and isn't replicable for those years as it compares to Nebraska? All that and more on this episode!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"What's a good season for Nebraska football in 2025?" It's a question Josh and Jack have wondered about all offseason. On this episode, they try to define it.Josh presents four things he's looking at to happen; win total, record vs. rivals, a "couch-burning" win, and vibes going into November. Jack adds a category of his own; one-score success. They discuss it all six weeks from week zero!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh goes through games 40-31 before he dives in a bit deeper with Jack. Ohio State, Oklahoma, and Iowa all show up multiple times; what is it about those games that caused them to end up in this spot? Plus, what do they remember about each of the ten all these years later?Watch the second half of the episode on the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Jack and Josh start the podcast by diving into the local story of the week; Scott Frost's words at Big 12 Media Days. They discuss why it resonated with them like it did and why it seems to land so differently to various parts of the fanbase and why this isn't going away. They also unpacked Jack's first-ever column for HuskerMax.They finish the podcast by taking questions from their subscribers!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipWe finally got an expert to answer your Volleyball 101 questions! Former Husker setter and VCNebraska Director Maggie Griffin takes us through the evolving club scene and recruiting process, when to run a 6-2, how early should a player settle into a position, how do you make sure your kid doesn't end up hating volleyball, and how John Cook once ruined her Thanksgiving. Volleyball State is brought to you by Alumni Hall, where Husker fans shop for all the top brands in Nebraska merchandise. Mention Volleyball State to save 15% or use promo code VOLLEYBALLSTATE when shopping online at alumnihall.comMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The paywall has been removed! Josh and Jack relive one of the more glorious wins (first halves?) in recent Husker memory when they turn on the DOMINATING win by Matt Rhule and the Cornhuskers in the second game of the 2024 season. How did things go so right in the first half? What the hell went wrong in the second? And should it tell us anything about the program moving into year three? All that and more!Watch this episode on YouTube!Video edited by Matt Callaway.Want to watch future Be Kind Husker Rewind episodes with Josh, Jack, and the I-80 Club the night they record? Want bonus episodes, access to Volleyball State, and more? Become a Patron today and get all the I-80 Club has to offer! patreon.com/i80clubMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the Groin Kick Chronicles, Josh goes through the ten games that are in this batch before welcoming Jack onto the pod to dive deeper. They discuss the two Iowa games to show up on the list, Ohio State's blowout wins, and potential comebacks that are thwarted.Watch the second half of the episode on the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack welcome friend and colleague Mike'l Severe to the I-80 Club to discuss The Video, media in 2025, why he's bullish on Nebraska football, and more!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!On a special bonus edition of the Groin Kick Chronicles, Josh and Jack look back at the first game that wasn't of the Scott Frost era. They remember the offseason that led up to September 1st and the vibes that surrounded the fanbase ahead of the game before it was ultimately cancelled. Had the game been played, would it have changed things? And either way, where would this game rank on the list of groin kicks if we could give it a proper score?Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Jaylen Reyes returns to the show for the first time since Season 1 to discuss the transition to new head coach Dani Busboom Kelly, NU's newcomers, plus a little about the recruiting process. Also, a look at Team USA bouncing back in the Volleyball Nations League and a gold medal for the U19's at the Pan Am Cup.Watch this episode on YouTube!Volleyball Stats is now sponsored by Alumni Hall, where Husker fans shop for all the top brands in Nebraska merchandise. Mention Volleyball State to save 15% or use promo code VOLLEYBALLSTATE when shopping online at alumnihall.comTo get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!We're going back into the VAULT! In this episode, Mike'l Severe and Josh Peterson join Jack Mitchell for an early podcast in the first season run of the Jack Mitchell Podcast. It's a wide-ranging conversation, featuring stories from Mike'l's career, what led him to Omaha, and his first run at 1620 the Zone.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Mitchell declares that FOOTBALL SEASON is finally here! On his mind are the various preseason magazines and predictions he's seeing surrounding the Huskers. With no position groups listed in the top ten around the country, why does the national media still expect a year three bump? Him and Josh Peterson unpack all of that and try to find players and position groups they believe in for the 2025 season.Watch this episode on YouTube!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Peterson runs down the losses from 60-51 before he welcomes Jack Mitchell to the podcast to dive into the games. It features the memorable end to the Mike Riley/Shawn Eichorst era, Minnesota beating Nebraska in a myriad of ways, and Jonathan Taylor bookending his career against Nebraska with a couple 200+ yard rushing days.Watch this episode on YouTube!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!After two weeks apart, the guys are back together for a Chat Sack edition of I-80 LIVE! After a recap of the debut of the Groin Kick Chronicles, they dive into questions regarding Jack's recent Walk of Shame, guests they'd like to interview, the best wins of the Groin Kick Era, and more!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh and Jack go into the vault for one of the first episodes of Be Kind Husker Rewind! In honor of the Groin Kick Chronicles, and the 2018 Ohio State game coming in at 62nd in the rankings, they've released an old episode they thought they had lost about one of the biggest moral victory losses of the last decade. Plenty from this has assuredly aged terribly, but that's ok! 2019 didn't go how anyone wanted it to.For more from the first two episodes Groin Kick Chronicles, including rankings info, graphics, and highlights, go to Huskermax.com: Prologue. 70-61. Want access to bonus episodes of the I-80 Club, including everything from Volleyball State? Become a Patron today for just $5 a month: patreon.com/i80clubMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh welcomes his 1620 the Zone colleague, Matt McMaster, to the Saturday Morning Coffee Show for his I-80 Club debut! They dive into Nebraska football and the 2025 season, in particular Josh's recent HuskerMax column about reasons to doubt the Huskers can take the next step in 2025. In order, they tackle:Are we sure Dylan Raiola can take the next step? (10:56)How much regression should be baked into the defensive cake? (21:21)Are there difference makers on offense or defense? (33:03)Is the schedule as light as it seems on paper? (46:23)Can Nebraska finally close games out? (55:10)Plus, why 2025 needs to be a setup year to buy into Nebraska in 2026, special teams, and so much more!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Peterson gives a list of the "most palatable" losses of the last decade before discussing each of the bottom ten with Jack Mitchell. Why were there so many Illinois and Ohio State games in this episode? How big of a surprise was it seeing that game at number 69? Or 66? They dive into it all with a tease to the next batch of games.Watch the second part of the episode on YouTube!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.For more from the I-80 Club, including access to next week’s episode, bonus episodes, and more, subscribe to the Patreon for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80clubThe Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Groin Kick Chronicles, a mathematical ranking of Nebraska’s last 70 losses, from the 2014 Holiday Bowl against USC all the way to the 2024 loss in Iowa City vs. the Hawkeyes!Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell introduce their project and discuss why they decided to undertake such an idea, what the purpose of this is, and how they went about ranking the last 70 losses for Husker football.Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for breakdowns of all seven categories, highlights, and more.Watch the second part of the podcast here!The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.For more from the I-80 Club, including access to next week’s episode, bonus episodes, and more, subscribe to the Patreon for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80clubTo see highlights, lowlights, and Groin Kick Ratings for each and every game, head to HuskerMax.com!The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the eve of the first Groin Kick Chronicles episodes, a look back at how it all started: During the postgame show following Nebraska's loss to USC in November, Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson discussed the game. Jack laid out reasons the loss had all the hallmarks of a loss befitting of the era.And idea was born.The Groin Kick Chronicles premieres on Thursday, June 19th. For more from the series, become a Patron today: patreon.com/i80clubMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Omaha is at the center of the messy landscape of U.S. pro volleyball. We talk about it with journalist Rose Eveleth who wrote about this for Defector in early June. We also detail Nebraska's 2027 recruiting class, which filled up in a hurry this week. Plus, a quick look at Team USA trying to bounce back in Week 2 of the Volleyball Nations League.You can find Rose's story "The Battle for Professional Volleyball Has Officially Begun" here.Watch the episode here!To get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the first ever episode of the Jack Mitchell Podcast! As a special bonus episode, here's Jack's conversation with Josh + friend of the I-80 Club Mike Schaefer that was recorded in 2019. Jack welcomes them to the pod to talk about their somewhat unlikely friendship that had developed, discuss being a fan and a media member, talk about how their public personas differ from their private ones, and play a round of Truth or Card!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipThe college season is two months away! What else are we doing but looking at early Final Four contenders? We break down our favorites to reach Kansas City in December with key returners, big losses, and the ever-present transfer portal. Plus, a few dark horse picks to keep an eye on. Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a preview of the upcoming Groin Kick Chronicles, Jack and Josh start another weekend pod by diving into the latest news surrounding college sports; players can now get paid by universities. What does it mean for things moving forward? Is it actually solving the problem? And will it hurt or help college sports?They also discuss the Nebraska camp scene and their lack of interest in it. Plus, Trayvis Hunter? It's the Saturday Morning Coffee Show!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack dive into all the proposed changes coming to CFB and try to figure out:Is it good for the sport?Is it good for Nebraska?Does any of this matter?Plus, some talk about the upcoming Groin Kick Chronicles and more!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh and Jack start the weekend off with their Saturday staple, which is now free for all! They begin the pod by diving into the news about kickoff times, which leads to Jack being triggered by the notion that Nebraska needs to "earn" good kickoff times. Do people believe that? Are they right? They dive into it all. (6:56) Later, they unpack Josh's recent HuskerMax column and his reasons to be excited for the 2025 Huskers. Where is he right and does too much of the Emmett Johnson hype rely on the offensive line? Plus, what would a list of "five reasons to doubt the 2025 Huskers" look like? (40:45) They finish the episode with a little Husker baseball talk.Did you enjoy the episode? To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack kick off the I-80 Club Summer Tour with their first ever draft! Mike Schaefer and John Bishop join them to pick 28 games, one each from the Tom Osborne, Frank Solich, Bill Callahan, Bo Pelini, Mike Riley, and Matt Rhule eras. They each have their own strategy. How well did it work? Find out as they figure out which of the four has the best roster of games!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!It was a weird day for Husker Twitter. Josh tries to explain it all to Jack in a way that makes sense for those who did and didn't have context. Why are national people bothered by Rhule? Does it make sense for so much conversation to be there about a coach that's gone 12-13 at his school?Then, they discuss the in-state recruiting discussion that's been making its way around the Club lately with the guys trying to figure out how good the room will be, if it's even something they care about, and more.Plus, some more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles project! Jack and Josh are going to take time off this weekend for the holiday. Back with the I-80 Club Summer Tour next week!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.It's the 60th Episode Spectacular! We talk with Erik Sullivan, the new head coach of the U.S. Women's National Team on his first head coaching job at the international level, program identity, the challenges of international play and more. Plus, the Huskers go overseas to add Italian opposite Virginia Adriano, retired John Cook serves up tea, and an expanded Devaney Center will come with a higher price tag for ticket holders.Watch the episode here!To get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson get another weekend kicked off on their Saturday staple! They start the podcast by talking about the ten-year anniversary of Jack's father passing away and how he's handled the grief of the last ten years, as well as this week.This leads into a transition into the Groin Kick Era of Husker football and Nebraska's win total of 7.5 for the 2025 season. They lay out arguments for why the over could finally be the play, as well as reasons it isn't in the cards, including the swing games on the schedule and more.They finish the pod with more info on their summer schedule and what's to come! Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a wild week on the internet, Josh and Jack get together to discuss reaction to Josh's HuskerMax column on Scott Frost, why it struck such a nerve with people, and what stood out to him.Jack opines on the discourse, with thoughts on those that went after Josh and the specific critique that said "don't write/talk about Frost anymore." This will shock some; he disagreed.They finish the pod with announcements on their big summer plans and all that's to come!Want access to all our big summer episodes? Become a patron today for access to those, Volleyball State bonus episodes, and more! patreon.com/i80clubMusic: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!After months of hemming and hawing, Josh and Jack dive into the big thing they have cooking for this summer, get advice from subscribers on how to handle it, and so, so much more.Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson open up the podcast to their subscribers, taking questions about the Nebraska athletics department, Matt Rhule's seat warmth, which coach could get fired next, and more. Plus, what they like and dislike most about being in the limelight and the floor and ceiling of Nebraska's 2025 team.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Lincoln and Jeff talk with Nebraska volleyball legend and anime enthusiast Sarah Pavan about her playing career and her own podcast, "VolleyTalk with Sarah Pavan." Plus, Penn State grabs a coveted transfer, some wrap-up thoughts on the Huskers post-spring, and a preview of the PVF Championship.Watch this episode on YouTube and be sure to subscribe to the I-80 YouTube channel for more episodes, clips, and so much more.To get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipWith half of us live in Ord, Lincoln and Jeff recap Nebraska' four-set sweep of the Jackrabbits. Freshman Campbell Flynn impressive setting the whole match. Nebraska's middles dominate again. Lots of options at pin hitter and back row. Can it be August yet?Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack start another weekend by talking about fandom, message boards, and going down memory lane with how they've taken in sports online over the last 20+ years.Then, they get into the Unsportsmanlike Conduct Husker Expectations Poll question and try to figure out where these optimists are within Husker fandom and why none of them seem to listen to the I-80 Club.They finish the pod with reasons for optimism in 2025 plus some announcements about the summer inside the I-80 Club. Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack and Josh open this week's podcast like they always do: By talking about books, libraries, and starting a book club and/or book podcast inside the I-80 Club. (2:51)After that, they get into the news of the day: Nebraska won't be adding a running back, at least not yet, to fill out the room. Why is this the case? Does Matt Rhule know something we don't? And if that room isn't better, what does it mean for the rest of the roster? (17:49)They finish the pod by talking about the pressure on Dylan Raiola, the Nebraska pxp gig, and more! (39:19)Did you enjoy the episode? To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.The first-ever episode of Volleyball Late! Lincoln and Jeff break down the Huskers' first look under Dani Busboom Kelly. Mostly, we pick our jaws up off the floor after Andi Jackson and Ryan Hunter put them there. Nebraska unveils some new hitter routes and showcases a crop of talented freshmen to go along with veteran middles who put up big numbers.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!After a crazy night in the NFL Draft, Jack and Josh kick off the pod with plenty of thoughts on Shedeur Sanders' falling and falling, all the way out of the first, second, and third rounds. Why has this happened? How has this happened? Is the juice worth the squeeze for him? And where could he still end up?Then, they turn their attention to the HUSKER GAMES and what, if anything, Jack will be watching for on Saturday at the stadium.Finally, Jack's son Johnny stops by with a boots on the ground report of what he got at the garage sale!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh and Jack are back together for the first time in over a week and do so on the night of the 2025 NFL Draft! They take it all in, give takes on the suits and fashion of the draftees, and give many, many takes on the players and teams on their TVs.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Music: Ian AeilloFor more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80clubSubscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel and don't miss any of our public episodes, see shorts, and other videos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.