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Husker247 Podcast: Wrapping up the 2023 spring game Apr 25, 2023

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Back on regular schedule following the spring session, Husker247 convened a podcast on Tuesday to go over the Red-White Game and to discuss the latest recruiting happenings.

The podcast opens with Mike Schaefer getting thoughts from Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson about what stood out the most to either of them with Saturday’s scrimmage.

From there each were asked thoughts on a variety topics including Tony White’s 3-3-5 defense, thoughts on the offensive line performance. how the tight ends played and who stood out from the secondary.

After a brief pause in the action the show resumes with more recruiting talk as each of Nebraska’s last three commitments are discussed. Things start with Ian Flynt before moving to Willis McGahee and finally Caden VerMaas.

Then the trio discusses a handful of recruits who came in for the visit, where things might be sitting for those individuals and how it has all shaped up for Nebraska as it heads into what figures to be a busy evaluation period.

Husker247 HypeCast: Red-White Game Apr 21, 2023

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The Husker247 Hypecast returns as the REd-White game is a day away. How does Husker247 feel about things? Of course we’ll tell you.

The podcast starts with memories of spring game past and what stands out about the annual event every April.

From there Mike Schaefer directs each of Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson to give a rundown of one side of the ball. Bruntz gives his thoughts on offense and Christopherson handles the defense, as both give fans things to look for on Saturday.

All three offer players they’re excited to see for the first time on Saturday in new roles and then each talks about a concern that exists if things go poorly.

Finally it is time for predictions. Things get oddly specific and even a little bit confusing as they try to determine a winner, but eventually everyone gets on the same page.

Husker247 Podcast: What's real from Nebraska's 2023 spring? Apr 19, 2023

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The Red-White game is finally here and that means it’s time to figure out what is a big deal, what’s a spring story and what’s a big nothing burger.

And who better to make these definitive statements than Husker247?

Join Mike schaefer and Michael Bruntz as they go position-by-position to determine if the biggest storylines or narratives from each have staying power or are simply polite spring conversations and won’t factor into the 2023 season.

After that Schaefer talks about the Under Armour camp he attended, which Nebraska targets shined and why the Huskers need to continue to work hard into the Kansas City area.

Bruntz follows up with a run through of Nebraska’s spring game visit list, which is sure to continue to grow as the event gets closer.

Finally discussion ends with a conversation about Nebraska’s baseball team, its suspended game against Creighton and the historic impressiveness of what Max Anderson and Brice Matthews are doing in the same season for the Huskers.

Husker247 Podcast: Husker hoops add from transfer portal Apr 14, 2023

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It’s the dog days of spring football which makes it a great time to switch things up on the Husker247 Podcast and talk some basketball recruiting.

In a brisk 18-minute podcast Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson talk about Nebraska’s newest additions Rienk Mast and Brice Williams, each of whom committed and plan to join the Huskers for the 2023-24 season.

Then they discuss other potential visitors including Latrell Wrightsell and Hunter Sallis, and why two former in-state players could be interesting additions.

Finally they talked about how intentional Fred Hoiberg and the staff have to be in building a roster that can build off the gains of last season.

Husker247 Podcast: Talking wide receivers and Nebraska's newest commit Apr 12, 2023

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The Husker247 Podcast returned this week and focused primarily on a pair of discussions that spanned the entire show. The first centered on Nebraska’s wide receiver room and the second was a discussion about where things sit for in-state recruiting.

Discussion about wide receivers started with Garret McGuire who spoke after Tuesday’s practice. The trio gave their thoughts on why his age is overblown, what they’ve heard or learned regarding McGuire and more about the receivers coach.

From there the conversation moved to the position in general. Does Nebraska have a No. 1 wide receiver? Who could the top receivers be this year? Could there be surprises? Will Nebraska struggle because it may not have a big play threat like a Trey Palmer or a Samori Toure?

Following a quick timeout the show moved over to recruiting to discuss Ashton Murphy. The Elkhorn South lineman committed to the Huskers, giving the team three commitments for the 2024 class and the first in-state commitment for the cycle.

What stands out about Murphy? What did Michael Bruntz and Mike Schaefer see from him at a Warren Academy event in January? Where does he fit moving forward?

Then things move over to new offer Eric Ingwerson and why Nebraska is in a good spot to annually find tight ends and linemen like Murphy for every class.

Husker247 Podcast: Good Friday thoughts on every position Apr 07, 2023

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Husker247 gathered on Good Friday to spread the news of Nebraska’s spring practices and where things sit for the Huskers.

After a little Masters banter and entirely too much talk about pimento sandwiches, Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson ran through each position on the roster to discuss how things have shook out for the Huskers this spring.

Who’s standing out at quarterback? What to make of a deep running back room? How excited are the tight ends? What are we seeing out of the trenches? Who is emerging in the back of the defense? All of those and more are discussed.

Things finish highlighting a couple walk-on players having good springs and the guys talk about their Easter memories and what makes a good candy for the holiday.

Husker247 Podcast: Midway point for the spring Apr 05, 2023

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Husker247 Podcast returns to discuss where things sit for Nebraska football at the halfway point of spring practices.

Conversation starts with what the trio saw on Tuesday when over at the facility and what perhaps stood out, including observations on both Bryce Benhart and AJ Rollins.

From there they run through Nebraska’s defense and what is happening at each level, including a look at linebacker and how there’s a big difference in the types of players being brought in to help run Tony White’s 3-3-5.

They also discuss the depth along the defensive line and the maturation of Nash Hutmacher, as well as the volume of players in the defensive backfield and the amount of returning experience.

After a quick time out the conversation shifts to the offensive line. What does it look like right now for Nebraska? How can the Huskers survive some depth issues this spring?

Then a conversation about oft forgotten Nouredin Nouilli, who missed all of 2022 because of suspension. Does he start immediately? Any concerns about rush? What does that mean for the rest of the position group.

Finally there’s a breakdown of where things are at for Nebraska baseball as the Huskers are coming off an important midweek win at Kansas State and have a critical series ahead against Michigan.

Husker247 Podcast: What we've learned this spring Mar 31, 2023

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Husker247 got together one last time in March to discuss Nebraska football and other topics as the spring rolls along.

The show started with a discussion about where things sit with Nebraska’s defensive line after Terrance Knighton spoke on Thursday and the depth the Huskers have currently and are attempting to create by utilizing different players in different roles.

Then each participant spoke about the most interesting thing they’ve seen or heard so far this spring as it relates to the Huskers. Conversation ranged from tight end usage to how injuries and news is handled to running backs to the very intentionality Matt Rhule seems to operate from.

After a quick timeout conversation resumed as each person picked a different Husker standing out this spring and why things could be break right this year.

Finally Michael Bruntz breaks down where things sit for Nebraska baseball, which desperately could use a third starter and how it is shaping up for postseason play.

Husker247 Podcast: Spring thoughts and recapping the big visit weekend Mar 29, 2023

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Husker247 gathered on Wednesday to discuss Nebraska’s spring ball and the big visit weekend.

Conversation starts with Nebraska’s fifth spring practice and what has stood out to Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson during the first couple of open practice sessions and the media available.

Early on the conversation centers on the unanswered picture at quarterback and just how unique the room is compared to other quarterback situations that Huskers have faced.

There’s also a discussion about position changes and Nebraska’s efforts to build depth on its defense through the use of multiple players beyond its top unit.

Mike Schaefer then takes things to recruiting as the trio walks through Nebraska’s big weekend and what stood out.

Any concern over the lack of commitments? Did Nebraska solidify themselves with others? What happens with Dylan Raiola moving forward?

Husker247 Podcast: Busy week for football Mar 24, 2023

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It’s been a busy, busy week for Nebraska football as spring ball is completely underway and the Huskers are set to have a monster recruiting weekend.

Who better to get you prepared for it than Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson?

The Husker247 duo first start with a little March Madness talk and the obligatory banter as BC reveals how many times he’s watched Miracle. But conversation shifts to Nebraska’s first open portion of a spring practice and what the two saw when out there.

Which position groups, players or even assistant coaches stood out during the open portion? What initial thoughts do they have on Nebraska’s newcomers.

From there they discuss what they’ve heard from the coaches and players that have been available to discuss things, including how the players have started to parrot their coaches and talk about the standards they have for themselves, how someone like Quinton Newsome can use the spring to become better, while getting used to different coaching and what they thought of the comments from both coordinators.

After a quick break it became recruiting time. Up first they ran through some of the big names that are expected to be on campus this weekend like Brandon Baker, Williams Nwaneri and Ryan Wingo.

Then a conversation occurred about how the Huskers also have some top talent from the surrounding states and inside Nebraska visiting as well, and how the Huskers have to have success in those areas just as much as it wants to pull players from California, Texas or elsewhere.

Finally it was time for the Dylan Raiola conversation as the duo tried to determine what success looks like as it relates to a recruitment that hasn’t begun to slow down.