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Happy holidays from The Showdown Dec 28, 2023

Sam McKewon has a holiday message for The Showdown listeners.

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Episode 114 The Showdown Snippet: Evaluating Husker signing day and volleyball's season end Dec 21, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just reunite to recap Husker football's signing day and discuss the recruiting class that includes Dylan Raiola (00:57) as well as the news that QB Chubba Purdy is transferring (4:40). Then they turn their focus on the Nebraska volleyball team’s season ending with a loss to Texas in the national championship game (15:10).

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Episode 111 The Showdown Snippet: The high price of top-tier QBs, previewing the NCAA volleyball tournament & men's hoops vs Creighton Nov 30, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just kick off the episode with a reaction to - and analysis of - Matt Rhule's viral comment about the price of top-tier college QBs (00:30), before discussing expectations for the Husker volleyball team's NCAA tournament run (8:47) and the Nebraska men's hoops weekend game against Creighton (12:04). For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 110 The Showdown Snippet: Huskers play for a bowl, volleyball looks to stay perfect & soccer's incredible run Nov 22, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon are busy looking ahead look ahead to the Black Friday football game between Nebraska and Iowa, with the Huskers hoping to become bowl-eligible (2:02) before discussing the big volleyball match between the Huskers and Badgers later on Friday afternoon where the Huskers hope to remain undefeated and retain the top spot in the rankings (8:39). The duo round out the podcast discussing the soccer team's Elite Eight matchup against Stanford as NU looks to advance to the College Cup (15:11).

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Episode 109 The Showdown Snippet: Nebraska's path to bowl eligibility Nov 16, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon kick off the latest episode discussing what the Huskers need to do to become bowl eligible (1:22) while looking ahead to the game against the Wisconsin Badgers in Madison. Then, the two preview the big matchup between the Nebraska women as they host Creighton on Sunday (9:08), the soccer team's NCAA tournament matchup on Friday against Tennessee (11:28). They round out the podcast discussing the men's hoops squad and the team's injuries (12:03). For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 107 The Showdown Snippet: A 'perfect October' for Nebraska Athletics Nov 01, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just tip off the latest episode of The Showdown discussing the men's and women's basketball programs' chances at seeing postseason action and the injuries Fred Hoiberg's squad is dealing with. Then they discuss the bowl-eligible Husker football team and whether Matt Rhule's crew has a hance at winning out the remainder of the schedule. The duo wraps things up with looking ahead to the competitive remainder of the volleyball team's schedule. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 106 The Showdown Snippet: Celebrating two Nebraska wins and looking to what's ahead Oct 25, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie just breakdown Nebraska's winning Saturday after the Huskers racked up Ws in football and against the then-No. 1 Wisconsin Badgers in volleyball. The duo also discuss what's next for both teams and what to watch for when the men's and women's basketball teams take the court on Sunday. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 105 The Showdown Snippet: Anticipating Wisconsin-Nebraska volleyball Oct 18, 2023

It’s the hottest ticket in town! Sam McKewon and Amie Just preview the big game with the second-ranked Nebraska volleyball team hosting the top-ranked Wisconsin Badgers. The duo marvel over the ticket prices and make their predictions before discussing Saturday’s football against Northwestern and wrap things up discussing Husker basketball. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 104 The Showdown Snippet: Nebraska football under the Friday night lights Oct 04, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon reflect on the Nebraska football games so far, and look ahead to Friday's battle at Illinois before previewing Husker volleyball's upcoming games against Michigan State and Michigan (10:19) and Amie's upcoming trip to Minnesota for Big Ten Basketball Media Days and more on what the duo expect from the men's and women's basketball teams (13:54). For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 103 The Showdown Snippet: It's Big Game Week! Plus, Jordan Larson is back Sep 27, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon dive right in and discuss the upcoming Michigan-Nebraska game, starting with who will be QB1 against Jim Harbaugh's Wolverines (1:30), what to expect rom the Huskers run defense (6:05). Then they talk about Jordan Larson returning to the Nebraska volleyball program as an assistant coach (7:15), preview Amie's feature on Harper Murray (11:00) before turning the focus on Husker basketball- both men's and women's hoops (12:20). For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 102 The Showdown Snippet: Husker volleyball notes and next up for Nebraska football Sep 20, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just lead off the podcast discussing the No. 2 Husker volleyball team before diving into Matt Rhule's first NU win and what's next for Husker football as the team prepares for Louisiana Tech. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 101 The Showdown Snippet: Volleyball wins a Top 5 matchup, what's going on with Jeff Sims Sep 13, 2023

In the 101st episode of The Showdown, Sam McKewon and Amie Just breakdown the highlights from No. 4 Husker volleyball's first win over No. 5 Stanford in 15 years. They look back at football's loss to Colorado — and what is going on with Jeff Sims— and ahead to the Huskers' home opener against Northern Illinois. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 100 The Showdown Snippet: A national ranking, a world record and Deion Sanders Sep 06, 2023

In the 100th episode of The Showdown, Sam McKewon and Amie Just reflect on how "cool" it was to be a part of the Volleyball Day in Nebraska world record and talk about the Husker soccer team entering the national rankings before diving into football as Matt Rhule's squad tries to bounce back against Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 99 The Showdown Snippet: Volleyball Day in America Aug 30, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just get together to discuss Volleyball Day in America (yes, you read that right), and to preview Husker football's season opener in Minnesota. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 98 The Showdown Snippet: Big Ten big picture and volleyball preview Aug 25, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss the impact UNL's Ted Carter being named the next president at Ohio State on Nebraska and the Big Ten, conference television rights, and the volleyball team as they get ready to start the season, plus what to watch for in Husker football. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 97 The Showdown: Five quick questions on Husker football and looking ahead to volleyball Aug 18, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just answer five quick questions about Nebraska football including, who will score the Huskers' first touchdown and who will be the leading tackler in 2023. They also discuss recent volleyball news.

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Episode 96 The Showdown Snippet: Husker football hands out first batch of single-digit jerseys Aug 10, 2023

Kicking off the first episode of season three of The Showdown, Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss football camp so far, including the football season's first recipients of single-digit jersey numbers before talking Husker volleyball and realignment. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 94 The Showdown Snippet: Previewing Husker volleyball Aug 04, 2023

Sam McKewon is joined by special guest host Brent Wagner, Husker volleyball beat writer for the Lincoln Journal Star and HuskerExtra in this week's episode. The two breakdown what to expect from the Huskers this season as the push for another national championship. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 93 The Showdown Snippet: Making Nebraska football 'feared' again Jul 28, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewn react to what Matt Rhule and the Husker players had to say at Big Ten media days, including how Rhule wants to make Nebraska's football program be feared again. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 91 The Showdown Snippet: A quick look at Nebraska's 2024 recruiting class so far Jul 06, 2023

Sam McKewon breaks down Nebraska's latest football commits, including Carter Nelson and Jacory Barney, and the 2024 recruiting class as a whole. He then moves onto what the Husker men's and women's basketball teams want to accomplish this summer. He closes out with which Huskers may be selected in the MLB draft this weekend. To listen to every full episode of The Showdown, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 90 The Showdown Snippet: Husker football commits and targets Jun 23, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon discuss the latest Husker football signees and the key in-state targets Nebraska hopes to get before breaking down Jordy Bahl's return to the state and the impact she will have on Nebraska's softball program, before rounding out the podcast with a conversation about who will be the leading scorers for the men's hoops team. Plus Sam makes a bold prediction about the upcoming volleyball season. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 89 The Showdown Snippet: Nebraska's 2024 & 2025 football schedules Jun 09, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just start off the episode breaking down the future football schedule for the Huskers before talking football recruiting. The duo wraps up the podcast with a discussion about how the men's and women's track and field teams are performing in Austin, TX at the NCAA Championship. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 88 The Showdown Snippet: Volleyball heads to Brazil May 25, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss Husker volleyball's upcoming trip to Brazil before touching upon NU football recruiting. They round out the episode talking about wrestler Peyton Robb's recovery. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 87 The Showdown Snippet: Spring sports success & the latest headlines in football and Huskers basketball May 19, 2023

Amie Just is back from vacation and re-joins Sam McKewon to discuss the success Nebraska's spring sports programs are having before diving in to Matt Rhule's latest comments about the football program before sharing their expectations for the basketball programs. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

1:30 - Success of spring sports programs

1:54 - Matt Rhule loves walk-ons

4:37 - Is the door open for Logan Smothers to return?

6:26 - The upcoming Post-Grad Camp for Husker Football

7:20 - Allison Weidner's impact on the basketball team

9:54 - Will Keisei Tominaga suit up for the Huskers in 2023-24?

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Episode 86 The Showdown Snippet: Spring volleyball, football and the transfer portal May 05, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss the volleyball spring scrimmage, Casey Thompson entering the transfer portal, and discuss how close Nebraska men's basketball is to their final roster for 2023-24. For the full episode subscribe to HuskerExtra.com

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Episode 85 The Showdown Snippet: Volleyball sell out in Memorial Stadium Apr 28, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just debut their new digs and discuss Volleyball Day in Nebraska and weigh in on the NFL Draft. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 84 The Showdown Snippet: Gearing up for the spring game Apr 20, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just talk about the spring game and the latest news from the men's and women's basketball programs in the latest episode of The Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 83 The Showdown Snippet: Counting down to the spring game Apr 13, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just have updates on the Huskers spring football progress from Memorial Stadium and talk about Fred Hoiberg's progress in the transfer portal. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 82 The Showdown Snippet: Matt Rhule's good mood Apr 06, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss Matt Rhule's mood at the latest post-practice press conference, and discuss key players and personnel to watch during Huskers' spring football. Plus, the duo react to Jaz Shelley's announcement and take a look at the state of Nebrasketball. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 81 The Showdown Snippet: The return of Frank Solich Mar 30, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss the upcoming return of Frank Solich to Memorial Stadium, Matt Rhule's policy on having players earn their jersey number and position changes on the football team before they give updates on both the men's and women's basketball programs. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 80 The Showdown Snippet: The 'organized chaos' of Nebraska football spring practice Mar 27, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just share their instant reactions to the 'organized chaos' of the Huskers' spring practice, including the demeanor of the assistant coaches. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 79 The Showdown Snippet: The mega Nebraska spring football preview Mar 16, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just preview Nebraska spring football practice by looking at one player and one position group they are most interested in on both sides of the ball.

They also debate over what questions will not be settled during spring practice including the Huskers' starting quarterback.

Later in the show they look at the single biggest task for Fred Hoiberg this off season, keeping Keisei Tominaga.

They close the show with their NCAA tournament picks.

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Episode 77 The Showdown Snippet: The men's basketball team's recent surge Feb 23, 2023

Amie Just is back from vacation and she joins Sam McKewon to talk about the recent surge that the Huskers men's basketball team is on. The pair also discuss the changes to the football program-- from strength and conditioning to adding physical therapist to the staff-- and round out the podcast with a conversation about the track and field team. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 76 The Showdown Snippet: The latest in Husker sports Feb 16, 2023

Amie Just is on vacation this week, so Sam McKewon has the latest in Huskers sports. From men's and women's hoops, to the softball and baseball team, Sam has you covered with a quick wrap around the news from NU athletics in the latest episode of The Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 75 The Showdown Snippet: State of the men's hoops program Feb 09, 2023

Sam and Amie talk about the latest with the men's basketball program before discussing the salaries of Matt Rhule's staff, which players were invited to the NFL Combine, and then close the podcast highlighting the stellar performance of one of the Huskers shot putters. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 74 The Showdown Snippet: Questions after the 2023 signing day Feb 02, 2023

Sam McKewon and Amie Just are reunited and dive right in, discussing what questions remain with the football roster now that the 2023 signing day is over and honor National Girls and Women in Sports Day by weighing in on what’s changed for the better in college athletics. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 73 The Showdown Snippet: Making the roster work Jan 26, 2023

Sam McKewon is joined by guest host Evan Bland in the latest episode. The duo discuss how the football staff could make Nebraska’s massive addition of players work, including what the overhauled wide receiver room looks like. The two also talk about the baseball team as they start practice this week. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 72 The Showdown Snippet: How much is too much? Jan 19, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon discuss the impact of Whitney Lauenstein's exit from the Huskers volleyball team, break down the wins from the men's and women's hoops teams- and talk about a fired up Fred Hoiberg, plus the numbers game that is football recruiting. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 71 The Showdown Snippet: Changing of the guard Jan 12, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon share impressions of Matt Rhule's hires for offensive and defensive coordinators, what's next for new Huskers track and field head coach Justin St. Clair and the latest on the hardcourt. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 70 The Showdown Snippet: Expectations for Huskers sports in 2023 Jan 05, 2023

Amie Just and Sam McKewon usher in 2023 with resolutions for Nebraska athletics, including winter/spring sports athletes to watch, identify key storylines for 2023 and discuss the members of Matt Rhule’s staff in the latest episode of The Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 69 The Showdown Snippet: Will the Huskers play in a bowl game in 2023? Dec 29, 2022

In the final episode of 2022, Sam McKewon and Amie Just predict whether Matt Rhule will coach the Huskers to a bowl game in his first season running the football program and discuss the impact of the transfer portal on the volleyball and football teams. Plus the duo reacts to the women's hoops game against Michigan and share their biggest memories from the year in Nebraska Athletics. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 68 The Showdown Snippet: The 2023 football recruiting class Dec 22, 2022

Amie Just is traveling, so Sam McKewon is joined by colleagues Evan Bland and Luke Mullin to discuss the football recruiting class after early signing day, the impact of NIL on recruiting and more. The Showdown: For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 67 The Showdown Snippet: Biggest takeaways (so far) from Matt Rhule Dec 15, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just weigh in on the biggest takeaways from Matt Rhule so far, look ahead to the 2023 volleyball season, and review the first quarter of both the women's and men's basketball seasons. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 66 The Showdown Snippet: Husker roundup Dec 06, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just talk about the latest wins from both Husker hoops squads and what to look for as conference play heats up, expectations for the volleyball team's NCAA tournament run and the latest headlines in the Matt Rhule Era. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 65 The Showdown Snippet: Analyzing the Rhule and Fickell hires Dec 01, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just are joined this week by BadgerExtra’s Jim Polzin and Colten Bartholomew to compare and contrast Nebraska’s hiring of Matt Ruhle and Wisconsin’s hiring of Luke Fickell as the new head football coaches of their respective programs. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 64 The Showdown Snippet: Who will be the next head football coach? Nov 23, 2022

Sam McKewon is flying solo in the latest episode of The Showdown. Sam takes a deep dive into possible candidates to fill the football head coach position, looks ahead to the end of the regular season for the volleyball team- and makes predictions for how the postseason will go—plus touches on Husker hoops. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown

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Episode 63 The Showdown Snippet: The football coaching search heats up Nov 17, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss what to expect from the end of the football season and the legacy this season’s team will leave behind, if it’s time for fans to worry about the women’s basketball team, and just how many losses the volleyball team can afford as the regular season winds down. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Ep. 62 The Showdown Snippet: Husker hoops off to a hot start Nov 10, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just give the takeaways from the Husker men's and women's basketball season openers, how the volleyball team will conclude regular season play, and look ahead to the road trip the football team is making to Michigan. For the full episode visit https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 61 The Showdown Snippet: Chubba Purdy, Hoiberg's job and more Nov 03, 2022

Amie Just and Sam McKewon break down the QB situation heading into the Minnesota game and more in the latest episode of The Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 60 The Showdown Snippet: Nebraska volleyball gets badgered and Mickey's big audition vs Illinois Oct 27, 2022

Amie Just and Sam McKewon look at Nebraska volleyball's tough loss in a top-five showdown at Wisconsin. They also discuss if the Illinois game could be the defining moment for Mickey Joseph's effort to be the next coach at Nebraska. The Showdown: For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 59 The Showdown Snippet: Midseason musings Oct 20, 2022

Amie Just and Sam McKewon are back from their bye week to name football’s midseason MVPs before predicting which of the remaining five game or games the Huskers are most likely to win. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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The Showdown's Bye Week Oct 13, 2022

The Showdown is taking a bye week this week, but returns next week during the Huskers’ bye week. Sam McKewon has a taste of what you can look forward to in the next full episode of The Showdown with Sam McKewon and Amie Just. Have a question you want answered? Listen now to find out how to get those questions to Amie and Sam.

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Episode 58 The Showdown Snippet: Will the Huskers win the division? Oct 04, 2022

Coming off Nebraska's win over Indiana, Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss whether the Huskers have a shot at winning the Big Ten West. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 57 The Showdown Snippet: Buy or sell-Husker D will drastically improve Sep 29, 2022

Amie Just and Sam McKewon are back, this week discussing whether Nebraska's defense will show marked improvement with a new DC and freshmen players. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 56 The Showdown Snippet: Bye week updates Sep 22, 2022

Amie Just and Sam McKewon discuss recap and discuss the latest headlines in Husker sports, including potential beer sales at PBA. For the full episode, subscribe at https://go.huskerextra.com/Showdown.

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Episode 55 The Showdown Snippet: Who should replace Scott Frost? Sep 15, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss how many games interim head coach Mickey Joseph will need to win order to get the "interim" removed from his title. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 54 The Showdown Snippet: Volleyball preview & Scott Frost's hot seat Sep 06, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just discuss the temperature of Scott Frost's hot seat following the win over North Dakota and more in the latest episode of The Showdown. Subscribe for the full episode at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 53 The Showdown Snippet: Assessing Nebraska's season opener Aug 31, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just break down the Huskers' season opening loss before looking ahead to this week's game. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 52 The Showdown Snippet: Week 0 predictions Aug 25, 2022

Amie Just and Sam McKewon are in Ireland for Husker football’s game against Northwestern. The duo shares the highlights of the trip so far and more. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 51 The Showdown Snippet: Previewing the Husker volleyball season Aug 17, 2022

Listen in as Sam McKewon is joined by Brent Wagner, who covers Nebraska volleyball, to talk about the Huskers earning the top-ranking to start the season. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 50 The Showdown Snippet: Biggest concerns for Husker football Aug 11, 2022

Sam McKewon and Amie Just are back, this week getting fans ready for football season. Sam and Amie name their biggest concerns for the Huskers on the gridiron. For the full episode, subscribe http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 49 The Showdown Snippet: Episode 49 The Showdown: The latest on Kayla Caffrey and Husker volleyball Aug 02, 2022

Amie Just joins Sam McKewon on the latest episode of The Showdown. Sam and Amie discuss the latest on the Husker volleyball roster and football headlines. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 48 The Showdown Snippet: Top stories from Big Ten football media days Jul 28, 2022

Sam McKewon is back with another episode of The Showdown, this time bringing Husker fans the top three storylines from Big Ten Football Media Days. subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 47 The Showdown Snippet: Expectations for the 2022 Big Ten football season Jul 21, 2022

Sam McKewon is joined by Evan Bland in the latest episode of The Showdown. The two discuss how compelling this year’s football season will be for the Big Ten. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 46 The Showdown Snippet: Adam Carriker on Big Ten expansion Jul 14, 2022

In the latest episode of The Showdown, Sam McKewon is joined by Husker great Adam Carriker of the Carriker Chronicles to discuss the addition of UCLA and USC to the Big Ten. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 45 The Showdown Snippet: McGowens’ NBA Draft Night Jun 23, 2022

Sam McKewon is joined by Jimmy Watkins in the latest episode of The Showdown to debate expectations for Bryce McGowens in the NBA Draft. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 44 The Showdown: Previewing the Husker volleyball schedule Jun 16, 2022

In the latest episode of The Showdown, Sam McKewon previews the upcoming schedule for Nebraska volleyball. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 43 The Showdown: Big Ten TV deal debate Jun 09, 2022

Tom Shatel joins Sam McKewon in the latest episode of The Showdown to debate the best TV deal for the Big Ten. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 42 The Showdown Snippet: Recruiting Roundup Jun 02, 2022

Sam McKewon has the latest in Husker football recruiting, breaking down the players making official visits to Lincoln during the month of June. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 41 The Showdown Snippet: Will roster changes keep Scott Frost off the hot seat? May 26, 2022

Sam McKewon is joined by Dirk Chatelain in the latest episode of The Showdown. The two battle it out over roster additions and whether they will help keep Scott Frost off the hot seat. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 40 The Showdown: Softball starts regional play May 19, 2022

Sam McKewon is back with a quick breakdown of what to watch for this weekend in Husker sports in the latest mini-episode of The Showdown. McKewon previews the Husker softball team’s opening game matchup with North Texas in the Stillwater Regional of the NCAA Softball tournament, breaks down the latest in football recruiting and looks ahead at what needs to happen for the Husker baseball team to make it to the Big Ten Tournament as it begins its final regular season series.

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Episode 39 The Showdown: Recruiting and the transfer portal May 12, 2022

Sam McKewon is joined by Lincoln Journal Star's Chris Basnett to discuss the potential for the transfer portal, how junior college recruiting will impact Husker baseball, and some thoughts on the men's basketball program on the latest episode of The Showdown with Sam McKewon.

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The Showdown Snippet: Is Husker Football’s future the transfer portal? May 12, 2022

Sam McKewon is joined by Chris Basnett to discuss whether the needs Scott Frost needs to fill can be found in the transfer portal. Don’t miss an episode of The Showdown with Sam McKewon, subscribe to HuskerExtra at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 38 Sip 'n Sam Showdown: Transfer portal updates, NCAA penalties & more May 03, 2022

In the latest episode of the Sip 'n Sam Showdown, Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon break down Ochaun Mathis' commitment to the Huskers and what to expect from the transfer portal as we get deeper in the offseason and discuss the NCAA penalties handed down to Scott Frost and what they really mean to the football program and head coach. Plus, the guys examine the lackluster results from the big three men's programs on campus, and close out the podcast with an announcement.

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Episode 38 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Ochaun Mathis' commitment May 03, 2022

Sam McKewon and Steve Sipple discuss the decision transfer Ochaun Mathis made to transfer to Nebraska in the latest episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 37 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Huskers in the NFL Draft Apr 28, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon discuss Huskers in the NFL Draft in the latest Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 36 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Spring game recap Apr 12, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon recap the spring game in the latest episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 35 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: The big recruiting weekend ahead Apr 07, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon are ready for Nebraska’s spring football game and kick off the latest Sip ‘n Sam Showdown discussing the big recruiting weekend ahead for Husker football. For the full podcast of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 34 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Breaking down the Huskers' d-line Mar 31, 2022

Sip n’ Sam are back again, breaking down the Huskers’ biggest concern during spring football: the defensive line. For the full podcast of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 33 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Assessing the Zavier Betts situation Mar 25, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon assess the Zavier Betts situation and more in this week's episode of the Sip 'n Sam Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 32 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Previewing Nebraska vs Gonzaga Mar 17, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon preview the Huskers' first round matchup against Gonzaga in the women's NCAA tournament in the latest episode of the Sip 'n Sam Showdown. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 31 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: QB questions during spring football Mar 10, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon discuss Chubba Purdy and Casey Thompson’s readiness for Husker football in the latest Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 30 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Husker spring football kicks off Mar 01, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon share key takeaways from the first day of Husker spring football. For the full podcast of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 29 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Spring football preview Feb 24, 2022

Sip and Sam discuss what to look forward to when spring football kicks off on Monday. For the full podcast of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 28 Sip 'n Sam Snippet: Prepping for baseball’s opening weekend Feb 17, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon get you ready for Husker baseball’s opening weekend in the latest episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full podcast of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 27 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Recruiting updates, hard questions and hardwood success Feb 10, 2022

Can you get too much Husker football recruiting news? Sip and Sam don’t think so, and kick off the podcast this week discussing the addition of Vince Guinta as the senior director of player personnel to Scott Frost’s staff. For the full podcast of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 26 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: National Signing Day reflections Feb 03, 2022

National Signing Day has come and gone and Scott Frost has yet to name a starting QB. Sip and Sam dive in to the 2022 recruiting class in this week’s episode. For the full podcast of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 25 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: Hoiberg on the hot seat? Jan 25, 2022

Are the next two weeks make-it-or-break-it for Fred Hoiberg? Sip and Sam break it down. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 24 Sip 'n Sam Showdown Snippet: The impending quarterback battle Jan 20, 2022

Suddenly the Huskers have options at quarterback, so what do Sip and Sam have to say about the new influx in QB talent? Find out in the latest episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 23 Sip 'n Sam Snippet: Are Husker players ready for a new QB? Jan 12, 2022

Casey Thompson has officially committed to the Huskers, but are his teammates ready for a new QB1 to run the show? Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon debate how the Texas transfer will fit in in Lincoln on the latest episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full episode, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 22 Sip ‘n Sam Showdown Snippet: Will Husker fans see Chubba Purdy in an NU uniform? Jan 04, 2022

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon usher in the new year with an all-new episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, looking at the Huskers’ ongoing search for new QB. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 21 Sip ‘n Sam Showdown Snippet: Husker bowl game memories Dec 28, 2021

It’s bowl season and although the Huskers didn’t make it to a bowl game, Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon revisit some of their favorite memories from past Nebraska bowl appearances, plus make some New Year’s resolutions for Husker Athletics. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 20 Sip ‘n Sam Showdown Snippet: Signing Day press conference impressions Dec 21, 2021

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon react to football’s early signing day press conference. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 19 Sip ‘n Sam Showdown Snippet: Picking up the best players in the transfer portal Dec 14, 2021

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon discuss recruiting, the impact of the transfer portal and more on this week’s episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 18 Sip ‘n Sam Showdown Snippet: Breaking down NU football, new coaches and the transfer portal Dec 09, 2021

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon return with a new episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, breaking down the latest hires and the impact of the transfer portal on Nebraska football and more. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 17 Snippet: Turkey Day Musings over the legacy of Adrian Martinez Nov 23, 2021

As the Huskers get ready to take on the Hawkeyes the day after Turkey Day, Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon debate what’s next for Martinez and how Nebraska will handle Iowa on the gridiron. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 16 Snippet: Is Scott Frost stretched too thin to win games now and in the future? Nov 17, 2021

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon look ahead to whether then Husker offense can put up enough points vs the Badgers as Nebraska closes out the 2021 season against Wisconsin and Iowa. For the full episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 15 Snippet: How much more time should Scott Frost get to produce results? Nov 12, 2021

Scott Frost seems to be off the hot seat and Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon discuss how firing multiple assistant coaches will impact the remainder of the season in the latest episode of the Sip 'n Sam Showdown. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 14 Snippet: Are fans giving up on Scott Frost? Nov 02, 2021

Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon discuss what defines the Scott Frost Era of Husker football and look ahead to the Ohio State matchup in the latest episode of the Sip 'n Sam Showdown. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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Episode 13 Snippet: Looking ahead to Nebraska vs. Purdue Oct 26, 2021

If every game feels urgent, is it helpful to put the Huskers on a weekly deadline? Steve Sipple and Sam McKewon preview the Huskers’ upcoming game against Purdue in the latest episode of the Sip ‘n Sam Showdown. For the full podcast, subscribe at http://www.huskerextra.com/SnS.

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