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Husker247: A Nebraska athletics podcast

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An in-depth look at Nebraska Huskers football and Nebraska football recruiting, Nebraska basketball, Husker baseball and much more with Michael Bruntz, Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson of Husker247.
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Episodes

Introducing 'Inside College Basketball Now' with Jon Rothstein

Download Inside College Basketball Now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365...

Jun 29, 202552 sec

Introducing 'Inside College Basketball Now' with Jon Rothstein

Download Inside College Basketball Now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365...

Jun 29, 202552 sec

Husker247 Podcast: Huskers on a recruiting heater

Nebraska football recruiting is on a nice little run and Husker247 wants to talk through all of it on this week’s podcast. Things start with Friday’s commitment of Luke Sorensen, how the Huskers landed him, why he’s a throwback from a different era and more on the tight end. From there the Husker247 trio discussed both Monday commitments of defensive back Danny Odem and running back Jamal Rule. Finally a conversation about Nebraska’s newest voice for football Kyle Crooks. The announcer was annou...

Jun 24, 202543 min

Husker247 Podcast: Recapping Battle at the Boneyard and Nebraska's recruiting with Andrew Ivins

Nebraska football had a massive recruiting weekend in terms of the Battle at the Boneyard, a Hudl recruiting symposium and an official visit weekend. Lincoln also hosted 247Sports Director of Scouting Andrew Ivins, who along with 247Sports analyst Tom Loy, made the trek to see what was happening in Nebraska. Ivins broke down his experience on the Husker247 Podcast, his thoughts on the facilities, what he’s heard from recruits and coaches in attendance, why Trae Taylor is such an important and sp...

Jun 10, 202532 min

Husker247 Podcast: It's officially 'crootin time for Nebraska

It’s full on recruiting season for college football as Nebraska is no different than anywhere else with big visit weekends and recruiting events going on now that it is June. Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz discuss what is happening this weekend and with Nebraska football recruiting as they go through through the Hudl event happening, Nebraska’s Battle at the Boneyard and the official visit weekend ahead. Get locked in as its going to be a fascinating month as the Huskers look to lock up player...

Jun 04, 202534 min

Husker247 Podcast: Baseball, recruiting and concession stand talk

The Husker247 Podcast covered a lot of ground in Wednesday’s episode as there was no shortage of random topics to dive into. Things started with the baseball team and Nebraska’s win of the Big Ten tournament. Who were the heroes of the week? How did Nebraska course correct a possibly rough season? Then a quick Look at the North Carolina regional and what waits for the Huskers. After the baseball talk dies down there’s a discussion of other Nebraska sports teams that pulled out a miraculous win t...

May 28, 202558 min

Husker247 Podcast: Five toughest games in 2025

The Husker247 Podcast gathered on Thursday to get caught up on some of the May happenings with Nebraska football and the conversation surrounding it. The trio decided to discuss the toughest games for Nebraska in the forthcoming season with each of Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer talking through their lists and order. Who is the most difficult game? Which games does everyone include? Which one was only included by one list? Then the three discussed Matt Rhule’s placement o...

May 22, 20251 hr 1 min

Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast: Previewing Nebraska's Big Ten Tournament road

In this edition of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the road for the Huskers at the Big Ten Tournament, which begins Tuesday night against Michigan State with Oregon waiting on Friday. Nebraska will start Ty Horn against Michigan State, but how do the Huskers line up pitching behind him? What will Nebraska’s lineup look like against the Spartans and top starter Joseph Dzierwa. Finally, what to make of the Big Ten Tournament format and the r...

May 20, 202525 min

Full Husker roster and schedule news

The Husker247 HoopsCast convened for a quick rundown of the Huskers roster and some scheduling news for the 2025-26 season. The podcast started with Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson breaking down the commitment of Fridrik Leo Curtis and how the big man from Iceland fits for the immediate future and the long-term plan for Fred Hoiberg. From there the two discussed Nebraska’s roster overall and how things are shaking out for the upcoming season. They also discussed big men in Nebraska’s past...

May 14, 202532 min

Husker247 Podcast: 2025s set to arrive and a Raiola ranking

The Husker247 Podcast returns at full strength as Michael Bruntz tells Mike Schaefer, Brian Christopherson and the listeners about Adrian Martinez’s presence in Norway and the three discuss 2025 freshmen that haven’t arrived, Dylan Raiola and more. Which late arriving freshman have the potential to help out early in their careers? Which, if any, defensive linemen could take the Keona Davis route? What to make of linemen like Shawn Hammerbeck, Juju Marks and Brian Tapu? Where is the best position...

May 13, 202547 min

Husker247 Podcast: Buy or sell for 2025?

Coming out of spring what is Husker247 ready to buy or sell as it relates to the Huskers and the 2025 season? Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson run through a handful of topics and discuss how they feel about Nebraska’s defense, its offensive line, Emmett Johnson, Dylan Raiola turnover worthy plays, special teams and more. Then the two discuss Nebraska’s two most recent commitments in Jase Reynolds and Trae Taylor before a detour and a discussion about renowned sports documentary Hoops Dream...

May 06, 202555 min

Husker247 Podcast: 2027 QB Trae Taylor commits to Nebraska

When Nebraska lands a Top247 quarterback but he’s still years away there’s a lot to discuss and that’s why Mike Schaefer brought 247Sports analyst Allen Trieu on the Husker247 Podcast on Thursday. Trieu broke down how Taylor and his family reached their decision, other teams involved and what the quarterback could bring to Nebraska. Then the two discussed the challenges of a quarterback committing this early, why Nebraska might look enticing in 2027 and how Taylor could be a very valuable peer r...

May 01, 202511 min

Husker247 Podcast: Husker Games, spring recap and more

The Husker247 Podcast gathered to discuss the Husker Games, the transfer portal, Nebraska’s spring overall and a big recruiting decision on Thursday. Mike Schaefer filled Brian Christopherson in on what took place Saturday, some of the competitions and which players further down the roster had stand out days. Then the two discussed the latest news out of the transfer portal including players like Ian Flynt, Jack McCallister, Grant Seagren and Evan Taylor. After transfer talk it was time to size ...

Apr 30, 202545 min

Husker247 Nerbaska Baseball Podcast: Huskers roll into key weekend, Mike Schaefer joins

In this week's episode of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, we discuss Nebraska's series win over Northwestern last weekend, a midweek loss to Kansas where Nebraska didn't have much to show for good at-bats and preview the upcoming series at Maryland. In the second segment, Husker247's Mike Schaefer joins to discuss the Husker baseball season and much more. Listen in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo...

Apr 25, 202528 min

Husker247 Podcast: Portal, Husker Games and NFL Draft

The Husker247 Podcast returned on Tuesday to wade through several items in what is going to be a busy week for Nebraska football. First there’s the transfer portal where the Huskers are likely to look to take a player or two. Where are the Huskers with former North Dakota State running back Charmar Brown? Then what can we expect as more and more players leave Nebraska to get closer to future roster limits? Following the portal discussion Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz walk through the upcoming...

Apr 22, 202550 min

Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast: Knocking off Creighton and closer Luke Broderick joins the podcast

Nebraska Baseball officially begins the back half of its conference schedule this weekend with a three-game set against Northwestern. Before the Huskers start the back nine of their schedule, we’ll discuss the weekend series with Iowa, the midweek win over Creighton and why the time is now for Husker Baseball. In the second segment, Nebraska closer Luke Broderick joins to discuss his role in the Husker bullpen, his transition from being a starter and how he’s developed under Rob Childress. Liste...

Apr 17, 202527 min

Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast: Making sense of Husker Baseball with Nick Handley

In this week’s episode of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, Michael Bruntz recaps the last couple weeks of the regular season that saw the Huskers knock off a pair of ranked foes, but drop mid-week in-state games. In the second segment, Nebraska Baseball play by play voice Nick Handley joins to discuss promising signs for the Husker offense and how the back half of the schedule shapes up for the Big Red. Listen in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https:/...

Apr 11, 202541 min

Husker247 Podcast: Talking through Nebraska's draft prospects with Thor Nystrom

This week on the Husker247 Podcast Mike Schaefer is joined by Fantasy Life NFL draft analyst Thor Nystrom to talk through the Huskers’ 2025 NFL draft prospects. Nystrom discusses why Ty Robinson was initially further down on NFL draft boards, how he’s raised and where he could go in late April. Then there’s a discussion about Thomas Fidone and why he might end up being a more memorable NFL player than a college one. Finally Nystrom gives thoughts on Tommi Hill’s odd senior campaign and why someo...

Apr 09, 202525 min

Husker247 HoopsCast: Crown champs and a new addition for the 2025-26 roster

A College Basketball Crown championship calls for a Husker247 HoopsCast, so Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson got together to discuss the Huskers taking home the headwear hardware. The conversation started with the game and what Juwan Gary, Brice Williams and company achieved during the week and how the past four games showed the upside Connor Essegian possesses, even if the regular season was inconsistent. Then things finished with another conversation about transfer portal additions with ...

Apr 07, 202527 min

Husker247 HoopsCast: Adding Pryce Sandfort and discussing The Crown

The Husker247 HoopsCast convened on Friday to discuss the first addition out of the transfer portal for Nebraska’s roster next season and the two wins in The Crown. Discussion kicks off with thoughts on Pryce Sandfort the addition from Iowa and how the shooter fits on the roster for next season. Then Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discuss how the roster looks for the upcoming season and where the Huskers have to keep adding moving forward. Things finish with a discussion about how the Hu...

Apr 04, 202533 min

Husker247 Podcast: Spring talk and looking ahead at the 2025 schedule

The Husker247 crew assembled on Wednesday to talk John Butler and Phil Snow, Nebraska’s defense and where some players might fit in and then ran through the schedule for the first time. Things started with a recap of the Tuesday press conference and what Butler had to say, how he works with Snow and where Nebraska needs a few players to emerge in 2025, Then the trio talked through Javin Wright, Deshon Singleton and Elijah Jeudy and their media appearances as well. After a quick break things turn...

Apr 02, 202556 min

Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast: Ben McLaughlin joins to discuss the season at the midpoint

Nebraska baseball finished off its lengthy road trip to California by dropping two of three to USC, and then falling in a midweek game to Kansas State. No. 5 Oregon State rolls into Lincoln this weekend before the Huskers face their in-state rivals Creighton and Omaha in the midweek. Nebraska baseball play by play voice Ben McLaughlin joins to discuss the first half of the Husker season and what he’s seen from the 2025 version of Nebraska baseball. To learn more about listener data and our priva...

Mar 28, 202532 min

Husker247 Podcast: Spring football and Nebraska's Pro Day

The Husker247 Podcast gathered on Wednesday to discuss the opening to spring football with Tuesday’s press conference and how things shook out at Pro Day. Discussion started with Matt Rhule and what he had to say about Nebraska’s running backs, it’s offensive scheme, where things are defensively and how they feel about the defensive backs they’ve recruited and developed, which is one of the biggest position rooms on the roster. Additionally Husker247 parsed through his comments on where the Husk...

Mar 26, 202546 min

Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast: Husker offensive trends and Savannah Bananas pitcher Kyle Perry joins the podcast

In this week’s episode of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, the Huskers continue their stay on the West Coast. Nebraska was swept by UCLA last weekend before showing a few promising signs at the plate in a midweek sweep of Pepperdine. Can Nebraska carry that trend into this weekend’s conference matchup with USC? In the second segment, we’re joined by former Husker pitcher Kyle Perry, who now pitches for the Savannah Bananas. We discuss how Perry got with the Bananas, the unique challenge ...

Mar 21, 202540 min

Husker247 Podcast: Spring superlatives

The Husker247 Podcast on Wednesday looked ahead to spring football with a few superlatives ahead of the the 15 practices to try to forecast what we might hear and who we’re excited to see. Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer debated newcomers who intrigued them, returning players who could be primed for a step forward, unheralded additions who could surprise and much more. Get yourself in spring football mode as Husker247 works through the roster to discuss the good and possib...

Mar 19, 202547 min

🏀✏️NCAA Tournament preview/mega-pod spectacular: Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander pick every March Madness game and reveal their brackets!

Sign up for our Bracket Challenge Ladies and Gentlemen. We made it. The all-encompassing NCAA Tournament preview that will take you from Dayton all the way to San Antonio. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander guide you through all 67 games and gives you an idea of the team that can win it all! 07:00 - South Region Breakdown 14:40 - Stay Or Hit Presented by Chumba Casino 19:00 - West Region Breakdown Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify a...

Mar 18, 20251 hr 22 min

Husker247 Podcast: Springing forward for football in 2025

Nebraska is getting close to the start of spring football and the program brought out Matt Rhule as well as three players to meet with the media ahead of spring break and the start of practices. What did Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson learn? They discussed on the latest edition of the Husker247 podcast. The two covered Nebraska’s defensive line picture, Mike Ekeler, a change in recruiting department structure and discussed the first media appearances of Dane Key, Dasan McCullough and Roc...

Mar 12, 20251 hr 13 min

Husker247 HoopsCast: Collapse Complete

The Nebraska basketball regular season drew to a close on Sunday with an ugly loss to Iowa, capping off a free fall that left the Huskers out of the Big Ten tournament entirely. So what better time to size up all the big questions in podcast form! Mike Schaefer is joined by Brian Christopherson and the two discuss the finish, the careers of Brice Williams and Juwan Gary and what’s next for Nebraska basketball. Then there’s a little discussion on Fred Hoiberg’s future and what remains on the rost...

Mar 10, 202545 min

Husker247 Podcast: Talking through new coaches, new spring event

The Husker247 Podcast returned on Thursday with a new episode discussing the latest happenings in Nebraska football. The podcast with Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz focused on Tuesday’s press conference where special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler, defensive line coach Terry Bradden and defensive backs coach Addison Williams met the Nebraska media. Discussion centered on what way Ekleler can bring change to the special teams unit, how Nebraska addresses a defensive backs crunch and one defensiv...

Mar 06, 202544 min
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