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Husker247 Podcast: A wild 24 hours for the Big Red Dec 12, 2023

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The Husker247 podcast breaks down a wild 24 hours that saw Nebraska host an Ohio State transfer, get back in the mix with 5-star quarterback Dylan Raiola and get two big pieces back in 2024 for the offensive line and secondary. Listen in.

Husker247 Pod: Looking at Nebraska's transfer QB options Dec 06, 2023

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The Husker247 Podcast convened on Wednesday to take a look at the latest transfer portal activity and where things sit for the Huskers.

Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz gathered to discuss the lack of activity from Nebraska players on going into the portal and what decisions still need to be made.

Then the two began to discuss the five quarterbacks Nebraska has already been linked to in the portal, walking through each of Will Howard, Sam Leavitt, Kyle McCord, Blake Shapen and Cameron Ward.

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Husker247 HoopsCast: Nebraska needs rebound after Creighton loss Dec 05, 2023

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Despite the loss the Husker247 HoopsCast returned as scheduled to discuss Nebraska basketball and how to pick up the pieces following an ugly loss to Creighton.

The show starts with a lot of discussion about halftime acts before getting to the main event — what in the world happened on Sunday for the Huskers to get blown out at home?

Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discuss a number of things that went wrong for the Huskers, and what seems fixable.

Then after a short break the two discuss how Nebraska can bounce back against Minnesota and the big week ahead with Minnesota and Michigan State on the schedule.

Finally Schaefer has a random Husker Hooper on tap. Can Christopherson guess who it is?

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Husker247 Podcast: Wrapping up 2023 and the offseason ahead Nov 29, 2023

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Matt Rhule met with the Nebraska media to wrap up the 2023 season, so Husker247 convened to discuss some of the topics the head coach hit on during Wednesday’s press conference.

Conversation starts regarding possible changes on the staff. Now that it appears Tony White is returning for the 2024 season, where might we see some changes for what the Huskers have on staff? What about on offense or special teams?

Then there’s several players who earned their own topics of conversation. What do things look like if Isaac Gifford doesn’t return? Who is the biggest potential loss among those weighing their options? How does the linebacker picture look if John Bullock goes? What about at quarterback with Jeff Sims?

After a quick break the podcast hits on the portal. What to make of Rhule’s comments about quarterbacks? Also what type of quarterback does Nebraska need for the upcoming season? Then in general what other positions should be discussed internally and sought after in the portal?

Finally there’s more thoughts on the Grant Brix commitment and Carlon Jones decommitting, as well as how things shape up with the Early Signing Period just weeks away.

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Grant Brix commitment reaction pod Nov 29, 2023

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Nebraska landed a big commitment on Wednesday night as Logan-Magnolia lineman Grant Brix announced his intentions to sign with the Huskers.

Husker247 assembled to discuss this addition as Michael Bruntz and Mike Schaefer got together for a quick conversation about what the Brix commitment means, where the Huskers might look next along the offensive line and what it says about Matt Rhule and his staff.

Also they debate what the offensive line looks like in the future and how all the pieces are coming together in the trenches, which could expedite Nebraska’s turnaround.

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Husker247 HoopsCast: Perfect November but Creighton awaits Nov 28, 2023

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Nebraska basketball is the lone undefeated team in the state as far as hoops go and the Huskers carry that into a Sunday showdown with Creighton.

But before we get there the Husker247 HoopsCast wants to dive into the Huskers most recent wins, the 7-0 start and just how real this team might before its biggest game of the year — a home matchup against its rival Creighton.

Conversation starts with Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson rehashing the Duquesne and Cal State Fullerton games, where the Huskers again showcased an ability to not just get to the free throw line but also knock those shots down.

The two also discussed how Jamarques Lawrence seems to be getting comfortable and that Keisei Tominaga is coming off his best game and seems to be in the flow of the offense without needing to force shots.

Then after a quick timeout the podcast returns to talk Creighton. How do the Huskers matchup? Who can play a big role in this game? Can Nebraska get Ryan Kalkbrenner out of sorts like it did last year? Will the Huskers be able to make timely shots?

Both Christopherson and Schaefer passed on making score predictions just yet, but each gave their early week feeling for how things might play out.

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Sunday Side Session: Hello Darkness Our Old Friend Nov 25, 2023

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The Sunday Side Session concluded its 2023 season run with a Saturday podcast featuring Mike Schaefer and Gary Sharp discussing the end of Nebraska’s season, another familiar Big Ten loss and the fact the Huskers still haven’t played in a bowl game since 2024.

Things start on the offensive side of the ball where the discussion begins with a few a polarizing players that are expected to return in 2024.

What are the expectations for Jaylen Lloyd, who again emerged as a big play threat with his touchdown on Saturday? Are we confident in Teddy Prochazka at left tackle for the future? What role makes sense for Chubba Purdy based on these final two games?

Then the two hit on a few other items on offense, before transitioning over to defense and discussing what the Huskers have in front of them for the 2024 season and what it might look like for the Blackshirts.

Finally where are Schaefer and Sharp with Matt Rhule after the first season as Nebraska’s head coach? What stood out? What would they change? What changes are they expecting?

It’s a long podcast that touches on both what transpired these last few few months, but also what’s ahead for Rhule and the Huskers.

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Husker247 HypeCast: Iowa Nov 22, 2023

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Perhaps for the last time in 2023 the Husker247 HypeCast is here to get you hyped as the Nebraska Cornhuskers host the Iowa Hawkeyes on Black Friday.

As has been tradition this podcast feature’s KLIN radio host Jack Mitchell as the special guest and he provides plenty of thoughts on Chubba Purdy, Nebraska’s defense and if he’s mentally prepared for another game that could be close late.

Beside’s gauging Jack Mitchell’s temperature for this contest there’s also discussion about Emmett Johnson, how the offense might go about attacking Iowa’s defense and the confidence in Tristan Alvano.

Then things switch to defense and we learn about possible strategy for defending Iowa, how to get pressure on Deacon hill and finally thoughts on the impressive play of Marques Buford since his return.

After a quick break it is time for picks and predictions. What are the oddly specific predictions this week? How many involve punting? Listen in and find out!

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Husker247 HoopsCast: Taking care of business Nov 21, 2023

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The Husker247 HoopsCast returned on Tuesday to discuss the big win in Sioux Falls, the sneaky big game on Wednesday night and the debut of the random Husker hooper of the week.

Things start where the Huskers left off following a demolition of Oregon State basketball. Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson weave through the game, how Brice Williams proved to be an effective scorer, Juwan Gary’s immediate contribution since getting back in the lineup, the reliability of Riek Mast and how this team continues to look like the deepest roster of the Fred Hoiberg era.

After some discussions about the game things kick forward into a look at what is next for Nebraska with Duquesne on Wednesday and how the Huskers matchup in general.

Could this be a breakout game for Keisei Tominaga, who has yet to have one of those 20-point scoring outbursts that he pulled together multiple of last February.

Finally it’s the debut of a new weekly segment the random Husker Hooper of the week. This time Christopherson gives a handful of clues and Schaefer attempts to identify a player from Husker history.

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Husker247 Podcast: Recapping Wisconsin and what Matt Rhule said on Monday Nov 21, 2023

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The Husker247 Pod returned on Monday to dissect yet another painful Nebraska loss to Wisconsin and pick up the pieces of a season that has turned sideways yet again for the Huskers.

Things start with the Wisconsin game as Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discuss the game, the final drive in overtime, the final drive in regulation and more from Camp Randall.

Then the conversations shifts to Matt Rhule and what the head coach said on Monday at his press conference about the future of Nebraska defensive coordinator Tony White, the future of some of the seniors as 24 players are walking for senior day, the health of the program and more.

Finally the two discuss Chubba Purdy and what’s at stake on Friday against the Iowa Hawkeyes.

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