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Nebraska football: A new candidate for offseason topic of the year May 13, 2025

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The debate rages in the aftermath of our discussion Monday about Nebraska’s dream to some day again compete for – and win – a national championship. We heard from several listeners and viewers who took issue with our takes on the subject. It’s a lively offseason discussion, perhaps one of the most enlightening that we’ve encountered in 2025.

We also heard from Matt Rhule this week, via a HuskerOnline interview with the Nebraska coach. Rhule’s been busy bringing attention to the Nebraska football brand at various events, as Mitch and Connor discussed on Monday. The coach also provided some insight into the Huskers’ approach to the spring portal period.

And he previewed what the month of June will look like for the Nebraska program. It’s going to be intense. Join us for our thoughts and analysis on this Tuesday.

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Can Nebraska football win a championship – ever – in the expanded CFP era? May 12, 2025

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A listener to the show wants to know why we’re questioning if Nebraska can ever win a national championship again. If not, what’s the point? Connor and Mitch debate this topic, which rates as the ultimate question in the quest for success at the highest level in college football.

We survived what felt like the first weekend of summer. So did Nebraska baseball. Will Bolt’s team won a series against Michigan to improve its position in the bid to qualify for the Big Ten tournament next week in Omaha. Jordy Bahl and Nebraska softball are headed into SEC country for the NCAA postseason.

And we saw Matt Rhule again, front and center at a major sporting event. How does the Nebraska coach continue to show up in these spots? Is he just enjoying a quiet period on the CFB calendar, or is Rhule still working as hard as ever to keep the Huskers visible in places – like Kansas City – that they’ve prioritized? All of that and more on this Monday. Join us.

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CHAOS: Big Ten Coaches CLASH Over NIL Spending | Will a Salary Cap DESTROY the Conference? May 09, 2025

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$40 million in NIL deals: Is college football's Big Ten conference reshaping the sport's financial landscape? As the debate over potential salary caps heats up, Michigan State's upcoming season predictions add another layer of intrigue. Explore the dynamics of NIL deals and their impact on competitive balance, with insights from key figures like Ryan Herrings and Zach Seka. The discussion covers the financial strategies of powerhouse teams like Ohio State and USC, while Matt Sheehan offers a cautious take on Michigan State's prospects. With contributions from experts across the Big Ten, this episode promises a comprehensive look at the evolving college football scene. Tune in for a deep dive into the financial and strategic shifts in college football, and discover what lies ahead for Michigan State and the Big Ten.

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Nebraska mailbag: Year 3 expectations, Michigan madness and a look ahead to Arrowhead May 09, 2025

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The mailbag this week is full of good questions from our listeners and viewers. Thanks, as always, for your contributions, which cover topics such as the media’s job in delivering analysis of Nebraska football; pre-game locker room hype men; expectations for Matt Rhule in Year 3 with the Huskers; and the future of athletic departments nationally.

Connor and Mitch spend more time on the madness at Michigan that has led to the school-imposed suspension of its coach, Sherrone Moore, for the Wolverines’ Week 4 trip to Nebraska in September. We take a question on Nebraska baseball: Can the Huskers ever be good again? And we’re talking about Nebraska volleyball: Why are other top programs more active this year in the transfer portal?

No matter if your pin has been planted on our map, join us on this Friday.

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The case for Nebraska football as a top 20 program May 08, 2025

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List season in college football season is upon us. And this year, it’s set to be more obnoxious than ever. Why is that? Connor and Mitch will tell you as they review a very legitimate set of lists created by Andy Staples and Ari Wasserman of On3 that ranks the top coaching jobs in the sport. After the top three to four jobs in the Big Ten, where does Nebraska fit?

Also, college sports moved closer on Wednesday to avoiding the sheer chaos that would result if a federal judge denied the proposed settlement in the NCAA v. House case. Roster limits are on track to include a grandfather clause that would allow a school like Nebraska to ease into the 105 over the next few years.

We’re talking, too, about Nebraska basketball. Fred Hoiberg has added a highly ranked 7-footer. His Huskers are going to be tall in 2025-26. And we finish with a conversation on Jordy Bahl and Nebraska softball. The postseason starts today. Join us.

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Nebraska football: Could this be the day that changes everything? May 07, 2025

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The day is here in college sports that could bring us to an end in the massive court case set to change the landscape as we know it. The House Settlement might finally receive approval today from a federal judge. Or it could be denied. Either way, there are huge implications for Nebraska football and Nebraska athletics. Connor and Mitch tell you what you need to know – and what it means for the Huskers – as this saga possibly nears an end.

We’re looking back at Tuesday night in Lincoln, where Creighton beat Nebraska baseball 8-7. The Huskers hurt themselves again. This is the story for Will Bolt’s team as it gets to the 50-game mark of the season. Michigan will visit Haymarket Park this weekend. What does Nebraska have left in the tank?

We finish with some news and notes. Why are people talking about the “N” on Nebraska’s helmet? Akron football, which visits Memorial Stadium in September, hit a new low. And the Big Ten brought in lots of money last year. Join us.

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Nebraska football: Michigan slights Huskers with decision to suspend Sherrone Moore May 06, 2025

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Go ahead and get mad, Nebraska fans, at the decision of Michigan and Sherrone Moore to suspend the second-year coach for the Wolverines’ Big Ten opener instead of a Week 2 trip to Oklahoma as continued punishment for the cheating scheme that rocked college football a couple years ago.

Yes, this decision can be taken as a slap in the face to the Huskers. Michigan is choosing to sit Moore in Weeks 3 and 4 – and let him coach in Weeks 1 and 2. How does that even make sense? Connor and Mitch opine on the situation that’s sure to come up again as the Sept. 20 contest in Lincoln gets near.

The Huskers finally got an in-state recruit for their Class of 2026. Nebraska AD Troy Dannen was selected to serve on the CFP selection committee. And Nebraska baseball made an interesting decision with its pitching lineup ahead of the final non-conference game of the regular season, tonight at Haymarket Park against Creighton.

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Nebraska football: Your way-too-early position battle showdown May 05, 2025

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We’re less than three months away from preseason camp at Nebraska. And it’s never too early to start talking about position battles that we expect to reach a heated place in August. The Huskers’ decision last week to take a kicker from the transfer portal got us thinking: Is that race set to rate as the most hotly contested of the late summer? We all know what can happen if Nebraska doesn’t find a reliable kicker.

Where else are the battles about to get hot? Connor and Mitch offer three spots on the field – with plans to revisit this topic on the fifth (or thereabout) of each month until August.

Also, we’re talking about Nebraska baseball and an absolutely huge week ahead. Are Will Bolt’s Huskers finding their groove at the right moment? Jordy Bahl and the Nebraska softball team finished up the regular season with a splash. Would the NCAA committee members think about matching Bahl and the Huskers against her old school, Oklahoma, in the postseason? Of course, they would. And we finish with some spring volleyball developments. Join us.

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Nebraska football mailbag: Trae Taylor, RB talk, Holgorsen’s most talented QB? May 02, 2025

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The Friday mailbag is open. We’re starting with a question about Trae Taylor, the four-star sophomore in high school who committed to Nebraska on Wednesday. Are the Huskers set at QB for the long term? That’s a complex conversation in today’s college football world.

We’ve got more talk about the running backs at Nebraska, a topic that generated its share of debate this week after Marty Brown picked Miami over the Huskers out of the transfer portal. There was news around the kicking positions this week in Lincoln. What do we think about the Bill Belichick circus at North Carolina?

Who’s most likely to make a major impact in the NFL among the former Huskers who have landed in the league? All of that and much more. Join us.

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BIG 10 SQUAD - Are Nebraska Huskers Winners or Losers in the Spring Transfer Portal? May 01, 2025

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Big Ten football is buzzing with transfer portal activity, reshaping team dynamics and strategies. Which teams are emerging as winners in this high-stakes game? Dive into the latest insights on the Big Ten conference, where Indiana, USC, and UCLA are making waves with strategic player acquisitions. Northwestern's win total prediction is under the spotlight, with a challenging schedule ahead against powerhouses like Oregon and Penn State. Spencer McLaughlin, alongside guests Jacob Goins, Mark Culkin, Zach Anderson Yakzheimer, and Roman Thomas Shaft, breaks down the impact of these moves on team performance and chemistry. Discover how players like Zachariah Branch and Enoch Dumahy are influencing their teams' futures. Will Northwestern defy expectations, or will the transfer portal redefine the season's landscape? Tune in for expert analysis and insider perspectives on the evolving college football scene. Don't miss out on these game-changing discussions!

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