This one’s all about Thursday night: Nebraska vs Cincinnati. We break down what Raiola and the Huskers offense absolutely have to do to walk out 1–0. We open with why this matchup matters and how it sets the tone for the season. From there, it’s a straight shot into Dylan Raiola —what we’ve seen, what worries us, and what has to click with the receivers and O‑line. We get into Cincinnati’s profile and where Nebraska can exploit them, the few spots the Bearcats can make life annoying, and the exa...
Aug 25, 2025•44 min
Everybody’s chirping that Nebraska’s defense is too small, too green, and not ready for Big Ten smash‑mouth. Nah. We’re calling BS—and we brought receipts. We kick off Week Zero with a straight‑up rant about the national narrative and why the spring/summer “offense struggled” headlines never credit a defense that’s actually making strides. Then we dive into Tony White vs. John Butler résumé talk and how fans read that matchup, the “undersized linebackers” debate vs. raw athleticism, and why a fa...
Aug 21, 2025•33 min
We’re putting our money (and our shots) where our mouths are – it’s time for the Big Red Junkies 2025 Nebraska Football Prop Bet Special! This episode is all about bold Huskers predictions. BJ, Matt, Jed, and guest Elijah Herbel from the Average Joe Sports Show @TheAJSportsShow go line-by-line through our official season-long over/unders for 2025. We’re talking Dylan Raiola’s passing yards, Emmett Johnson’s workload, sack totals, turnovers, and even punt return production (yes, we went there)....
Aug 13, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Matt Rhule says the magic formula is 40 sacks and 20 takeaways. So can Nebraska actually pull it off in 2025? In this episode, the Junkies dive into what it’ll take for Nebraska to reach that all-important “40/20” defensive mark—40 sacks and 20 takeaways. This is the goal Rhule laid out when he first got to Lincoln, and hitting it has historically meant double-digit wins for teams across the country. We break down what it would take to get there: John Butler's attacking style and what it means f...
Aug 06, 2025•7 min
Dylan Raiola is walking into Lincoln with little to no Heisman hype — can he actually sling it for 3,400+ yards in this season? The Junkies break down a bold stat line prediction for Dylan Raiola’s freshman season — and whether he can reach 3,400 passing yards in 2025. If he does, it would be the second-highest total in Nebraska history. They dive into how realistic that number is based on Nebraska's offensive scheme, Raiola's talent, the O-line situation, and the weapons surrounding him.Matt Rh...
Aug 01, 2025•11 min
Can Nebraska finally break through in 2025—or are we setting ourselves up for heartbreak again? We’re breaking it ALL down, game by game. Elijah Herbel from Average Joe Sports Show joins the Big Red Junkies to deliver a no-BS preview of Nebraska's full 2025 football schedule. We go through every matchup and give our raw, unfiltered takes—what scares us, where we can dominate, and what Matt Rhule absolutely HAS to get right in Year 2. We’re talking: Cincinnati at Arrowhead and Dylan Raiola’s debu...
Jul 29, 2025•1 hr 53 min
It's Husker fantasy draft time, and things got real spicy right out the gate. In this special offseason episode of Big Red Junkies, BJ, Jed, and Matt hold a Nebraska Football–only fantasy draft—but with a twist. Instead of touchdowns and yards, players earn points based on their PFF game grades , with a 10-snap minimum. From Dylan Raiola going No. 1 overall to sleeper picks like Elijah Judy, Kai Wallin, and KeShon Singleton, this draft dives deep into who's about to pop off in 2025. We talk: Why...
Jul 27, 2025•33 min
The Big Ten preseason predictions are out—and we’ve got some things to say. In this episode, the Big Red Junkies go all-in on Nebraska's 2025 outlook: the disrespect from national media, the brutal schedule setup, and the real expectations for Matt Rhule in year three. We break down Nebraska’s standing in the new-look B1G, react to where the Huskers landed in the Cleveland.com media poll, and give our unfiltered takes on what success actually looks like this season. Plus: Is 8 wins the baseline ...
Jul 22, 2025•24 min
Should Nebraska spend nearly a BILLION dollars renovating Memorial Stadium—or just build a brand new one? The Big Red Junkies aren’t pulling punches in this episode. BJ, Jed, and Matt dive headfirst into the latest stadium update chaos, breaking down Troy Dannen's comments, the ghost of Trev Alberts' Texas A&M disaster, and the absurd price tag now rumored to be as high as $700 million to $1 billion. And for what—lipstick on a 100-year-old pig? The guys argue hard for starting fresh: a new s...
Jul 19, 2025•21 min
The Huskers have just 12 commits for 2026. Is Matt Rhule asleep at the wheel—or five steps ahead of the game? In this episode of the Big Red Junkies, BJ, Jed, and Matt dive into what looks like a shockingly small recruiting class for Nebraska Football in 2026. But don’t panic. The crew breaks down why this shift might be more about strategy than desperation. We hit on: Why the class might stay under 16 total commits Whether roster limits or a full cupboard of young talent is driving the small si...
Jul 04, 2025•17 min
We can all agree, Nebraska Football hasn't been the same since T.O. left, nearly 3 decades ago. It started alright with Frank Solich, but Bill Callahan, Bo Pelini, Mike Riley and Scott Frost drove our proud and once dominant program into near oblivion. The Jury is still out on Matt Rhule, but things are looking more positive than they have since the 90's. We're debating. #huskers #gbr #nfl #americanfootball #football #collegefootball #podcast #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball Learn more about y...
Jun 26, 2025•34 min
Question marks abound, for Terry Braden and Phil Snow. We're diving into what we expect and are excited to see. #gbr #nfl #collegefootball #huskers #podcast #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball #cfb #kansascitychiefs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 17, 2025•41 min
People seem to think this is a STACKED ROOM for the Huskers. We're diving into what we expect and are excited to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 15, 2025•41 min
Is it Heisman or BUST? Do we have an RB2 or RB3? This is one of the lightest rooms on the team. We're diving into what we expect and are excited to see. #gbr #nfl #collegefootball #huskers #podcast #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball #cfb #kansascitychiefs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 05, 2025•23 min
The Huskers O-Line may be the most talented we've seen in decades. Coach Raiola has been given the power and the support to make a huge leap this season. We're diving into what we expect and are excited to see. #gbr #nfl #collegefootball #huskers #podcast #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball #cfb #kansascitychiefs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28, 2025•20 min
Husker DC John Butler has the full backing of Matt Rhule. These two prosition groups are fully loaded, and ready to make big leaps headed into 2025. We're breaking down depth charts and expectations. #gbr #nfl #collegefootball #huskers #podcast #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball #cfb #kansascitychiefs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 25, 2025•25 min
Husker Football was allllll business this spring. Matt Rhule seems like a new man, and the team isn't far off that pace. We're discussing all the major storylines from spring and the offseason in general. #gbr #nfl #collegefootball #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball #podcast #americanfootballteam #huskers #collegefootballteam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 16, 2025•37 min
The Huskers need the DR to be surgical in year two. 10% off your first month of therapy with https://betterhelp.com/bigredjunkies #sponsored We're breaking down the numbers on past 4-5 Star QBs in Power 4 and under Dana Holgorsen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17, 2025•24 min
Nebraska has some great incoming players, but some of the guys we're returning are what is so exciting for 2025. Here's who we are fired up about in the transfer class, in 25'. #gbr #huskers #nfl #raiola #cfb #football #americanfootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 05, 2025•26 min
Nebraska has some great incoming players, but some of the guys we're returning are what is so exciting for 2025. Here's who we are fired up about on Defense, in 25'. #gbr #huskers #nfl #raiola #cfb #football #americanfootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 01, 2025•30 min
Nebraska has some great incoming players, but some of the guys we're returning are what is so exciting for 2025. Here's who we are fired up about on Offense, in 25'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 26, 2025•40 min
The moment Matt Rhule steps in front of a mic, you know something interesting is about to happen. How is he always ahead of stuff? Does returning production matter? Jed and BJ discuss. #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #nfl #football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 06, 2025•35 min
Corey Campbell is owed a great debt of gratitude for the way Husker players presented themselves at the Combine last week. It's a great feeling to see Nebraska boys generating the buzz of oos and ahhhs. Jed and BJ are breaking it down. #gbr #nebraska #huskers #nfl #nflcombine #draft #draftstock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 04, 2025•19 min
We had no clue the Husker's Special Teams had been SO AWFUL.... Mike Ekler may be more important than we originally thought. Jed broke the numbers down, and it's time to talk about it. #nfl #gbr #americanfootball #football #collegefootball #podcast #nebraskasports #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 23, 2025•26 min
The Nebraska program as a whole, fans and all, have pushed their chips all in. It's time the WINS start to fall. We are looking for more of what is happening to translate to the field. #huskers #gbr #football #nfl #cfb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 20, 2025•26 min
Nebraska Football is in good hands, and the future continues to look up regardless of the hurdle. The evolution of Matt Rhule is bringing Husker football back from the dead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 04, 2025•33 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Notre Dame VS Ohio St is where we ended up. But, how did we get here? The playoff has been a tremendous experiment and topic of heavy scrutiny. We like it, and we're discussing why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 19, 2025•41 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Nebraska Football is making moves, and Matt Rhule is the captain steering the ship. Are we headed in the right direction? We're grading his production from a CEO, Coach and Recruiter standpoint. The Huskers are in pretty good shape. #nfl #gbr #americanfootball #football #collegefootball #nebraskasports #nebraskafootball #huskersfootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Tony White Was Tony White as GOOD as We Thought? Did the Defense live up to expectations in 2024? We disagree on a lot here, but most of it stems from expectations vs reality. The guys are breaking it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 09, 2025•53 min•Season 5Ep. 2
We have Elijah Herbel in to RECAP and GRADE the 2024 Offense. We don't agree on much, but we do think 24' stunk and 25' will be better. #nfl #gbr #americanfootball #football #nebraskasports #collegefootball #gbrgarge #nebraskafootball #podcast #huskers #nebraska Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 04, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 1
