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<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska football's game at Illinois and what it means for the Huskers now and rest of the season.</p> <p>The crew opens by looking at the big picture of Nebraska football, particularly what coach Matt Rhule said on Monday. Where the Huskers go from here this season and how these last seven games are a sort of audition for Nebraska in the new Big Ten.</p> <p>They then move on to how Rhule can get Nebraska to focus on the important things, aka not focusing on not losing.</p> <p>The three then debate what the Illinois game means for Nebraska, if anything at all. And what would a win over the Illini mean?</p> <p>The briefly look ahead at the basketball season and its Big Ten media days that are coming up.</p> <p>The crew closes out with their picks.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska vs. No. 2 Michigan and if there is less hype for the game. They also break down the Husker offense going old school.</p> <p>The crew opens with a look ahead at the Huskers' game against No. 2 Michigan and why it feels like there is less hype for the game than normal.</p> <p>They also take a look at how the Big Ten football teams look so far and is it possible to have a three-way tie in the East with Michigan, Penn State and Ohio State.</p> <p>The three also look at Nebraska going old school on offense, and how that will help or hurt the Huskers.</p> <p>The crew move onto basketball and how Fred Hoiberg appears to like his team and its culture this season. Does that translate into wins for the Huskers, especially in the Big Ten?</p> <p>On the women's basketball side, they look at the impact on Allison Weidner's return and transfer Darian White. Who will help Alexis Markowski in the post? What is the expectations for the team in 2023-24?</p> <p>They also take a look at Nebraska baseball before their fall exhibition against Omaha. How do the Huskers replace hitters who went in the MLB draft? They replaced much of the pitching rotation. Will the Rob Childress effect be effective?</p> <p>The crew closes out with their picks.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska vs. Louisiana Tech and the questions the Huskers must answer at quarterback and running back.</p> <p>The crew opens by looking ahead to the Louisiana Tech game. Who will start at quarterback, Jeff Sims or Heinrich Haarberg? What will happen with the Huskers' top two running backs out for the season with injuries? </p> <p>They also look at Nebraska's win over Northern Illinois and how well coordinated the defense looked against the Huskies.</p> <p>The trio look at Nebraska volleyball's rise to No. 2 and examine what is it is about this team that makes them different from previous Husker teams.</p> <p>They look at recently released Nebraska men's basketball and baseball schedules and break down the winnable games and hard stretches.</p> <p>They close out the podcast with their picks.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Nebraska football needs to do after the 0-2 start, what's going on at quarterback and Husker volleyball's Top 5 win.</p> <p>Right off the top, the crew begin with No. 4 Nebraska volleyball's four-set win over No. 5 Stanford.</p> <p>They then turn to football and Matt Rhule's press conference on Monday where he was asked about Shedeur Sanders and 9/11. The trio breaks down the Colorado game and take a look at the Huskers' quarterback situation and how NU will respond to being 0-2. They also question whether the media and fans are being too harsh on Rhule and Nebraska this early in the season. </p> <p>The trio then discuss Memorial Stadium as it enters its 100th year and The World-Herald's series "Through These Gates."</p> <p>As always, the crew closes out the show with their picks. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska's trip to Colorado and break down how the Huskers lost to Minnesota.</p> <p>The crew starts what Colorado game and rivalry means.</p> <p>They then turn to what cost Nebraska the season opener at Minnesota — the offense — and if the Huskers can fix it in one week.</p> <p>The trio then continues their breakdown of the upcoming Colorado game and what both teams bring to the showdown. They also compare Matt Rhule's and Deion Sanders' different approaches to building a program.</p> <p>They close out with their picks for Week 2 of college football.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down a huge week in Nebraska Athletics: Volleyball's Memorial Stadium match and football's season opener.</p> <p>The crew opens with a look ahead at Volleyball Day in Nebraska and what this means for the sport. Plus they look at how this is the perfect time to hold the event.</p> <p>They then turn to Nebraska football's season opener at Minnesota and how it is different from previous coaches' first game. </p> <p>The three break down what the Huskers have to do in order to beat Minnesota and which players have to show up for Nebraska.</p> <p>With an open college football Saturday, the crew look at the interesting storylines happening at other Midwest schools during opening weekend.</p> <p>They close out with their picks for this weekend.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season.</p> <p>The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director.</p> <p>They then discuss what they expect the Nebraska offense to do well — and who will play — once the Huskers take the field in Minneapolis.</p> <p>The three turn to who will win the Big Ten West and those teams make the best case for playing in the conference championship.</p> <p>The crew then break down the recent fall camp news from Matt Rhule — or lack thereof — and what their and fan expectations are heading into the first few games of the season. </p> <p>They close out with Nebraska volleyball and what they learned from the Huskers' scrimmage and what that means for the upcoming season.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season.</p> <p>The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director.</p> <p>They then discuss what they expect the Nebraska offense to do well — and who will play — once the Huskers take the field in Minneapolis.</p> <p>The three turn to who will win the Big Ten West and those teams make the best case for playing in the conference championship.</p> <p>The crew then break down the recent fall camp news from Matt Rhule — or lack thereof — and what their and fan expectations are heading into the first few games of the season. </p> <p>They close out with Nebraska volleyball and what they learned from the Huskers' scrimmage and what that means for the upcoming season.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season.</p> <p>The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director.</p> <p>They then discuss what they expect the Nebraska offense to do well — and who will play — once the Huskers take the field in Minneapolis.</p> <p>The three turn to who will win the Big Ten West and those teams make the best case for playing in the conference championship.</p> <p>The crew then break down the recent fall camp news from Matt Rhule — or lack thereof — and what their and fan expectations are heading into the first few games of the season. </p> <p>They close out with Nebraska volleyball and what they learned from the Huskers' scrimmage and what that means for the upcoming season.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season.</p> <p>The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director.</p> <p>They then discuss what they expect the Nebraska offense to do well — and who will play — once the Huskers take the field in Minneapolis.</p> <p>The three turn to who will win the Big Ten West and those teams make the best case for playing in the conference championship.</p> <p>The crew then break down the recent fall camp news from Matt Rhule — or lack thereof — and what their and fan expectations are heading into the first few games of the season. </p> <p>They close out with Nebraska volleyball and what they learned from the Huskers' scrimmage and what that means for the upcoming season.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season.</p> <p>The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director.</p> <p>They then discuss what they expect the Nebraska offense to do well — and who will play — once the Huskers take the field in Minneapolis.</p> <p>The three turn to who will win the Big Ten West and those teams make the best case for playing in the conference championship.</p> <p>The crew then break down the recent fall camp news from Matt Rhule — or lack thereof — and what their and fan expectations are heading into the first few games of the season. </p> <p>They close out with Nebraska volleyball and what they learned from the Huskers' scrimmage and what that means for the upcoming season.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Husker fans can expect from Nebraska football this season, break down conference realignment and more. </p> <p>In part 4, they close out with Nebraska volleyball. What can we learn from the Red-White Scrimmage? What's going on with Nebraska's setter competition? How much playing time will Nebraska's young players get?</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Husker fans can expect from Nebraska football this season, break down conference realignment and more.</p> <p>In part 3, the crew then moves onto the recent conference realignment. Why did Oregon and Washington move to the Big Ten? Will there one day be one or two superconferences </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Husker fans can expect from Nebraska football this season, break down conference realignment and more.</p> <p>In part 2, they then turn to breaking down Nebraska's defense and the 3-3-5 scheme. Who will benefit from the scheme the most? Who will be the starters and which positions are still figuring that out?</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Husker fans can expect from Nebraska football this season, break down conference realignment and more. In part 1, the crew starts with what they'd like to see from Nebraska football this season. What will the Huskers will do at receiver? How will they manage the amount of running quarterback Jeff Sims has to do. Can NU make a bowl a game? What happens if Nebraska loses the first two games?</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down the latest Husker news, including the latest conference realignment as the three give their initial reactions to Oregon and Washington joining the Big Ten.</p> <p>The crew open with giving their predictions of just how much more the Big Ten will look to expand before breaking down what this "super-conference" will mean long-term for the Huskers and how this could help NU manage their expectations going forward compared to other Big Ten West foes.</p> <p>They then turn their attention to the "dog days" of fall camp and the three argue on whcih side of the ball they have more confidence in, and which unit they trust the most to be Nebraska's strength in 2023. </p> <p>Next up is a quick glance at the ever-moving pieces of Nebrasketball fresh off its trip to Spain. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down the latest Husker news, including Nebraska's first week of practice, Myles Farmer entering the transfer portal and Ahron Ulis' gambling charges.</p> <p>The crew opens with a look at Myles Farmer entering the transfer portal and how that will impact the Huskers this season. The three also look at Bob Wager's resignation.</p> <p>They then turn their attention to Ulis, who allegedly placed 1,850 sports bets while at Iowa and is charged with "tampering with records."</p> <p>Next up is a look at Nebraska's first week of fall camp before they close out with Big Ten media days and conference realignment. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at some of the top storylines heading into Big Ten media days, including Nebraska's hire of Matt Rhule and Northwestern firing Pat Fitzgerald.</p> <p>Part 1: The crew opens with a discussion of what led to Fitzgerald being fired and the current state of Northwestern football.</p> <p>Part 2: They then turn their attention to another top story of the event — Rhule.</p> <p>Part 3: The three then break down Wisconsin's hiring of Luke Fickell and what that means about the Badgers' program.</p> <p>Part 4: They close with a discussion of what Big Ten football will look like in 2024 when there are no longer divisions.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at some of the top storylines heading into Big Ten media days, including Nebraska's hire of Matt Rhule and Northwestern firing Pat Fitzgerald.</p> <p>Part 1: The crew opens with a discussion of what led to Fitzgerald being fired and the current state of Northwestern football.</p> <p>Part 2: They then turn their attention to another top story of the event — Rhule.</p> <p>Part 3: The three then break down Wisconsin's hiring of Luke Fickell and what that means about the Badgers' program.</p> <p>Part 4: They close with a discussion of what Big Ten football will look like in 2024 when there are no longer divisions.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at some of the top storylines heading into Big Ten media days, including Nebraska's hire of Matt Rhule and Northwestern firing Pat Fitzgerald.</p> <p>Part 1: The crew opens with a discussion of what led to Fitzgerald being fired and the current state of Northwestern football.</p> <p>Part 2: They then turn their attention to another top story of the event — Rhule.</p> <p>Part 3: The three then break down Wisconsin's hiring of Luke Fickell and what that means about the Badgers' program.</p> <p>Part 4: They close with a discussion of what Big Ten football will look like in 2024 when there are no longer divisions.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at some of the top storylines heading into Big Ten media days, including Nebraska's hire of Matt Rhule and Northwestern firing Pat Fitzgerald.</p> <p>Part 1: The crew opens with a discussion of what led to Fitzgerald being fired and the current state of Northwestern football.</p> <p>Part 2: They then turn their attention to another top story of the event — Rhule.</p> <p>Part 3: The three then break down Wisconsin's hiring of Luke Fickell and what that means about the Badgers' program.</p> <p>Part 4: They close with a discussion of what Big Ten football will look like in 2024 when there are no longer divisions.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk Ainsworth's Carter Nelson commit to Nebraska and what that means for the Husker program and its 2024 recruiting class.</p> <p>Part 1: The duo open with a discussion on four-star tight end Nelson's commit, his impact on the Husker program in terms of recruiting.</p> <p>Part 2: They then take a look at Nebraska's 2024 class so far. Who stands out? Who could be added and more.</p> <p>Part 3: Sam and Evan then break down Nebraska's and Matt Rhule's approach to recruiting and why some assistants/coordinators work with in-state prospects, while others focus on out-of-state ones.</p> <p>Part 4: They close out with a look at the state of college baseball and how Nebraska can increase its stock in the sport.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk Ainsworth's Carter Nelson commit to Nebraska and what that means for the Husker program and its 2024 recruiting class.</p> <p>Part 1: The duo open with a discussion on four-star tight end Nelson's commit, his impact on the Husker program in terms of recruiting.</p> <p>Part 2: They then take a look at Nebraska's 2024 class so far. Who stands out? Who could be added and more.</p> <p>Part 3: Sam and Evan then break down Nebraska's and Matt Rhule's approach to recruiting and why some assistants/coordinators work with in-state prospects, while others focus on out-of-state ones.</p> <p>Part 4: They close out with a look at the state of college baseball and how Nebraska can increase its stock in the sport.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk Ainsworth's Carter Nelson commit to Nebraska and what that means for the Husker program and its 2024 recruiting class.</p> <p>Part 1: The duo open with a discussion on four-star tight end Nelson's commit, his impact on the Husker program in terms of recruiting.</p> <p>Part 2: They then take a look at Nebraska's 2024 class so far. Who stands out? Who could be added and more.</p> <p>Part 3: Sam and Evan then break down Nebraska's and Matt Rhule's approach to recruiting and why some assistants/coordinators work with in-state prospects, while others focus on out-of-state ones.</p> <p>Part 4: They close out with a look at the state of college baseball and how Nebraska can increase its stock in the sport.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk Ainsworth's Carter Nelson commit to Nebraska and what that means for the Husker program and its 2024 recruiting class.</p> <p>Part 1: The duo open with a discussion on four-star tight end Nelson's commit, his impact on the Husker program in terms of recruiting.</p> <p>Part 2: They then take a look at Nebraska's 2024 class so far. Who stands out? Who could be added and more.</p> <p>Part 3: Sam and Evan then break down Nebraska's and Matt Rhule's approach to recruiting and why some assistants/coordinators work with in-state prospects, while others focus on out-of-state ones.</p> <p>Part 4: They close out with a look at the state of college baseball and how Nebraska can increase its stock in the sport.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk all things Nebraska football recruiting from recent commits and upcoming visitors to how Matt Rhule evaluates prospects. </p> <p>The duo open with a discussion on Adrian Martinez's Husker yard sale, and if other former Nebraska quarterbacks would hold similar events.</p> <p>They then turn their attention to Husker football recruiting, where they start with a look at the recent commits before moving onto how Rhule evaluates his recruiting targets and upcoming visitors.</p> <p>The two then break down the impact Jordy Bahl will have on Husker softball and the sport within the state as well.</p> <p>They close out with a look at Nebraska baseball's recent recruiting success and how it is largely because of Rob Childress.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon is joined by Tom Shatel to discuss their initial thoughts on Nebraska's Big Ten football schedule for the 2024 and 2025 seasons. </p> <p>Tom doubles down on his weekend column's comments about Nebraska moving on from slumming in the Big Ten West and the two talk about why the reaction was so negative on social media, particularly from neighbors across the Missouri River (6:00). </p> <p>The pair then go into a deeper conversation on Iowa's role as a sort of "gatekeeper" to the old Big Ten and how this adds into the rivalry with the Huskers. They also chat about how the new schedule format will help Nebraska attain its goal of wanting to be a great program again and open up the potential for CFP berths down the road (14:00).</p> <p>They then shift to the softball news of Papillion-La Vista grad Jordy Bahl announcing her transfer from Oklahoma after winning back-to-back WCWS and how significant her potential arrival to Nebraska would be for the sport as a whole in the state (28:40). Finally, the duo wrap up the episode by reacting to the news of Jordan Larson coming back to the Nebraska volleyball program as a full-time assistant this fall (38:50) and Will Bolt tabbing Rob Childress as the Huskers' new pitching coach (46:00). </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at the released TV schedule for some of Nebraska football's games, give an update on a big recruiting month for the Huskers and more.</p> <p>The crew opens with a look at the Huskers' TV schedule, particularly the 10 a.m. game against Colorado. They also discuss whether the more games on Black Friday will diminish the annual Nebraska-Iowa rivalry game.</p> <p>They then turn to recruiting and look at how Omaha Central's Caleb Pyfrom, who will visit NU this weekend, sees similarities between Matt Rhule and P.J. Fleck.</p> <p>The trio closes out with a season recap of baseball and give potential solutions to the problems with RPI.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel begin by breaking down the reports of Nebraska's system president Ted Carter taking over as AD Trev Albert's boss, why it makes sense for the university and what impact he brings as a lifelong sports nut.</p> <p>The conversation molds into a conference realignment discussion and how Carter will be an asset in talks with the Big Ten and its busy future vying for pieces of a proposed ACC breakup, Notre Dame, and more (14:16).</p> <p>Bellevue West recruit Danny Kaelin flipped his commitment from Missouri to Nebraska and the three talk about the quarterback's fit in Matt Rhule's system and how his staff's honest, genuine approach with recruiting helped leave the door open (25:50). </p> <p>The trio wrap up the pod by conversing on what Nebraska will have to do to win the Big Ten tournament this week and what kind of odds the team has as they kick off vs. Rutgers Wednesday afternoon (36:00).</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel begin by breaking down the reasons top-rated 2024 QB Dylan Raiola chose Georgia over Nebraska and take a deep dive into where the Huskers go from here, how well Matt Rhule's staff has recruited thus far heading into summer camps, and a general look at the current landscape of college football prospects and how these kids go about their decisions.</p> <p>The three then discuss Nebraska baseball solidifying its spot in the Big Ten tournament and the importance of that achievement (28:30) before talking about what USC and UCLA will bring to the conference from a football and baseball perspective in the coming years (43:00).</p> <p>The trio also discuss the first part of Tom's conversation with NU president Ted Carter, his distinguished military career, why he is such a great fit at Nebraska, and even a breakdown of Tom Cruise and the Top Gun franchise, something that Carter happened to be involved with (52:20). </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel begin by giving their takeaways on the state of the Huskers roster after several players entered the transfer portal, including the losses of quarterback Casey Thompson and Ajay Allen, and whether or not Nebraska has gained more from the players they've brought in over the last five years versus the players who've transferred out.</p> <p>The three break down the major weaknesses and holes in the roster after all the departures, including a deeper conversation about a WR group loaded with true freshmen and how Matt Rhule's strategy will adapt to the new age of the portal (15:57).</p> <p>The trio also discuss Nebraska's positioning among major college powers in regards to NIL and what needs to evolve to better the program's success (24:03) Next, the guys talk about Husker Hoops and if their transfer additions will add up to a better team in 2023-24 (36:55). Finally, the group wraps up the podcast with a preview of Nebraska baseball's toughest Big Ten test this weekend and what the team's expectations should be nearing the end of the season (47:03).</p> <p>Don't want to miss an episode? <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pick-six-podcast-sam-mckewon/id1033355762">Get the podcast on Apple Music</a>, check it out on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4vfeZOmz3c8oKEyaBuULTF">Spotify</a> Also, find Sam, Tom and Evan on Twitter, plus leave us a comment on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WorldHerald/">The World-Herald Facebook page.</a></p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel begin this week's episode by giving their takeaways from the White's victory over Red in this year's spring game, but why the play on the field wasn't as important as the moments featuring coach Frank Solich and his return to Memorial Stadium.</p> <p>The trio also discuss who stood out during the Red-White scrimmage, and the team's biggest question marks heading into summer (11:01). Next, the guys talk about Nebraska's growing attrition with a few players heading to the transfer portal (27:01). Plus, they break down a struggling Nebraska baseball team following a sweep to Iowa (46:01) and Keisei Tominaga's NBA Draft news (56:00). </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel preview Nebraska football's spring game, break down the Huskers' recruiting efforts and more. </p> <p>The crew start by previewing Nebraska's spring game and what the return of Frank Solich means to Husker fans. </p> <p>They then turn to Matt Rhule's recruiting efforts, why Nebraska is targeting certain recruits and who will be on the sidelines for the spring game.</p> <p>They then turn their attention to basketball and the commits the men's and women's team have landed recently.</p> <p>The crew closes out with a quick discussion of Nebraska baseball.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel discuss an NCAA rule for first-year head coaches that would allow coach Matt Rhule to trim an oversized football roster. </p> <p>Plus, the crew breaks down what positions Rhule and Co. are going to target when the transfer portal opens up. </p> <p>Then they talk about expectations for the new Big Ten commissioner and their impressions of Husker coaches like 24-year-old Garret McGuire and his obscure choice of snacks. </p> <p>The trio wrap the podcast with looking at Nebraska baseball's roller-coaster season and why NU is struggling with in-state teams following another frustrating loss to Omaha. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Tom Shatel and Evan Bland discuss what Frank Solich returning for the spring game means to the Nebraska program and fans. </p> <p>They also offer a few suggestions on how Nebraska can honor the former Husker coach.</p> <p>Later in the show, they dig into developments from spring football practice including the noticeable differences with special teams under Ed Foley. </p> <p>They close the show with a look at Nebraska baseball at the halfway point in the season, including some big time MLB draft prospects on the Huskers' roster. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Evan Bland look at the multitude of changes and attention to detail by Matt Rhule and staff so far during spring football. </p> <p>Evan Bland discusses how Rhule's style is very suited to the current generation of college athletes.</p> <p>The crew looks at their biggest observations so far at spring practice including the offensive line and amount of depth on defense. </p> <p>They close the show with a look at the major needs Nebraska basketball needs to address with additions from the transfer portal.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Evan Bland look at what Nebraska players mean when saying they don't want "babied" anymore.</p> <p>Tom Shatel offers the suggestion that Matt Rhule find the "mean, ferocious, bad asses" during spring practice. </p> <p>The crew looks at what they are expecting from Nebraska's offensive and defensive coordinators during the weeks ahead. </p> <p>Later in the show, they preview a massive recruiting weekend for the Huskers including five-star quarterback Dylan Raiola. They discuss what it will take for Nebraska to win the battle for Raiola over USC and Georgia.</p> <p>They close the show by going over other top recruits likely coming for a visit this weekend including additional five-star targets. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>We put Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Evan Bland on the hot seat to answer the key questions entering spring practice for Nebraska football. </p> <p>The crew each gives a phrase to sum up the Matt Rhule era so far at Nebraska including Shatel applying the term "energizer bunny."</p> <p>Later in the show they ask how long it will truly take for the Huskers to implement a new defensive system?</p> <p>We close the show by looking at what Fred Hoiberg and Nebraska basketball must do during transfer portal season.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Tom Shatel and Evan Bland unpack Nebraska basketball's flop out of the Big Ten Tournament and how Matt Rhule is winning the off-season in a big way.</p> <p>They discuss what Nebraska basketball's roster may look like next year and if Keisei Tominaga will return.</p> <p>The crew looks at what has made Matt Rhule so impressive in a few months and identify key storylines entering spring practice. </p> <p>They close the show looking at how a win over a ranked Vanderbilt team has proved a big spark to Nebraska baseball. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Evan Bland discuss if Nebraska basketball's late surge as secured Fred Hoiberg another year as coach.</p> <p>Then Evan leads a discussion on a huge weekend for Nebraska baseball with games against Vanderbilt and defending champs Ole Miss.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Evan Bland discuss how Nebraska is trying to land five-star quarterback Dylan Raiola with a big visit ahead on March 25.</p> <p>They also look at the likely scenario that this battle comes down to the Huskers and USC for the elite signal caller. </p> <p>The crew also previews the NFL Draft combine and discuss which Huskers are most likely to get drafted in April. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon and Evan Bland look at the rough opening weekend for Nebraska baseball and discuss how worried anyone should be after just one week.</p> <p>They also discuss Coach Will Bolt's comments about the Husker bullpen and preview the immediate task at hand in South Alabama. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Evan Bland take a deep look at how Fred Hoiberg and Nebraska basketball have been winning games. </p> <p>They also discuss how far this team can go this season and potential keys for setting up success in the future. </p> <p>Later in the show they recap press conferences with Nebraska assistant football coaches Rob Dvoracek, Donovan Raiola and Corey Campbell. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Dirk Chatelain look at the key takeaways from our conversation with Nebraska coach Matt Rhule.</p> <p>The crew looks at how it's apparent Rhule has done a "full diagnostic" of what went wrong with Nebraska football the past few seasons.</p> <p>Later in the show they discuss the potential advantages and consequences of changing the Huskers' football walk-on program.</p> <p>They also ask is time to repent and admit our sins in doubting Fred Hoiberg and the Nebraska men's basketball program after a few key wins.</p> <p>We also take a quick look at Nebraska baseball as the Huskers prepare to open the season against San Diego.</p> <p>We close the show with a special announcement from a member of our Pick Six Podcast crew. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon and Dirk Chatelain debate Trev Alberts' comments on there being "undeniable" progress with Nebraska men's basketball.</p> <p>Dirk asks the question: How many power five basketball schools would keep a coach with four-straight losing seasons?</p> <p>On the football side of things, they look at Matt Rhule's massive support staff hired so far and if this is an indication of how his creativity could create an avenue of advantage for the Huskers.</p> <p>Later in the show, they look at the key elements for Nebraska to successfully recruit Texas high school football players.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon and Tom Shatel recap a busy week in Husker football including signing day and recapping a press conference with Matt Rhule.</p> <p>After all the conversations with Rhule and assistant coaches, Tom and Sam say it's time to look at the possible framework of Nebraska football under the new staff.</p> <p>Later in the show they also ask how Nebraska can show a higher level of commitment to the men's basketball program. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Dirk Chatelain ask how Trev Alberts can go about evaluating Nebraska men's basketball amid key injuries this season.</p> <p>Dirk also pleads that is it time to stop making excuses for the lack of success in the program over the years. </p> <p>Later in the show, they look at the massive haul Matt Rhule and Nebraska football made over the last few weeks in the transfer portal and 2023 class. </p> <p>That subject rolls into a discussion on balancing development of young players against bringing in "ready made" transfer players. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Dirk Chatelain and Tom Shatel discuss Kevin Warren's departure from the Big Ten and ask who is really running the conference other than money?</p> <p>The crew also looks a few possible candidates for the new Big Ten commissioner.</p> <p>Later in the show, they offer their first impressions of the new Nebraska football assistants that met with the media this week. </p> <p>Dirk also starts a discussion on if the new 12-team playoff will bring some charm back to college football.</p> <p>They close the show with a look at Nebraska basketball's debacle against Illinois and the road ahead for Fred Hoiberg. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Dirk Chatelain discuss the assistant coaching hires made so far by Matt Rhule and ponder if the $7 million pool for those coaches is being used wisely. </p> <p>They also compare similar assistant coaching hires made so far by other Big Ten programs including Luke Fickell's staff at Wisconsin. </p> <p>Later in the show they look back the Big Ten's early exit from the college football playoff in two exciting semifinal games.</p> <p>They close the show by looking at Nebraska basketball's next two game and if they win those games, is time to start thinking NIT?</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Sam McKewon and Tom Shatel recap Matt Rhule's first early signing day at Nebraska and ask if it's time to change this process.</p> <p>They look at some of the key comments from Matt Rhule's press conference including some big insights into Nebraska's quarterback situation.</p> <p>Later in the show they look at what's ahead for the Huskers in the 2024 recruiting cycle and how many in-state targets are must get for Nebraska.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>