In this week’s episode of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, we discuss the season-ending injury to Nebraska pitcher Mason McConnaughey and what that means for the Husker rotation. Which direction might Nebraska go to fill innings on the weekend and did parts of the Husker offense show signs of life in Texas? In the second segment, Omaha World-Herald baseball writer Evan Bland joins to discuss the start to the Husker season, Nebraska’s place in the new-look Big Ten and much more. Listen in...
Mar 06, 2025•35 min
In this week’s episode of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson recap a busy pre-spring week for the Huskers. In the first segment, the guys discuss the potential impact of associate head coach Phil Snow, who met Nebraska media for the first time this week. The guys then discuss Daikiel Shorts’ remaking of the Nebraska wide receiver room, and Brian makes the case for why this rebuild will be different. In the second segment, the guys parse through some of Matt Rhule’s re...
Feb 27, 2025•45 min
In this week's episode of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, the Husker Radio Network's Nick Handley joins to take stock of Husker baseball after two weekends. Nebraska is scuffling at the plate and left Louisiana having been swept in a doubleheader on Saturday. Where do things stand for Nebraska heading into the final non-conference weekend of the season? Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about...
Feb 27, 2025•35 min
Nebraska basketball wasted a golden opportunity at home against a ranked Michigan team in a tough 49-46 loss on Monday night. The Husker247 duo of Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson are here to talk through it. What went wrong? Where was the help for Brice Williams? How does Nebraska move forward? And of course there’s also guess a random Husker hooper and looking ahead to a now critical game against Minnesota. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.au...
Feb 25, 2025•37 min
There’s finally baseball to discuss on episode No. 2 of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, after the Huskers played their first four games of the season in Arizona. What are a couple big takeaways from the weekend, especially on the mound and at the plate? How should Nebraska be feeling coming out of the opening weekend? In the second segment (12-minute mark, roughly) former Husker and current Baltimore Orioles pitcher Cade Povich joins to discuss his rookie season, lessons learned and wha...
Feb 20, 2025•36 min
The Husker247 HoopsCast returned on Thursday to discuss the roller coaster the Nebraska basketball team seems to find itself on following the latest loss to Penn State. Much of the discussion focused on the loss to Penn State as Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson worked through some of the reasons why the Huskers were never really in the contest after falling behind early. Are there long-term concerns? How does Husker247 feel about the upcoming last that includes Michigan and Minnesota? Fina...
Feb 20, 2025•32 min
Nebraska baseball kicks off its 2025 season this weekend in Arizona with matchups against UC Irvine, Vanderbilt and San Diego State as part of the MLB Desert Invitational. Nebraska will also play a Monday matchup against Grand Canyon to finish out the opening weekend. What does this year’s version of Husker baseball look like? We dive into that. In the second segment we’re joined by Nebraska head coach Will Bolt, who discusses this year’s group, Nebraska’s place in the new-look Big Ten Conferenc...
Feb 13, 2025•34 min
The Husker247 Podcast convened on Wednesday while it snowed throughout the state. The trio of Mike Schaefer, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discussed Nebraska’s new assistants in fuller detail. Starting with wide receiver coach Daikiel Shorts the group went through each new assistant, what we know about them and what the room looks like as it stands. Then the group discussed who could bring the biggest immediate impact to their respective position groups in the 2025 season. To learn mor...
Feb 12, 2025•47 min
The Husker247 HoopsCast returned on Tuesday as Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson talked through the latest 2-0 week for the Huskers in Big Ten play and set the stage where things set for the team. Nebraska defeated both Washington on the road and Ohio State at home while trailing each game at halftime and then winning relatively comfortably with a strong second half. Which game stood out more? How have the Huskers turned their season around? Why is Schaefer so enthusiastic about Braxton Mea...
Feb 11, 2025•49 min
It was a busy week between Husker247 podcasts as Matt Rhule spoke on Saturday, Rocco Spindler committed on Sunday, Mike Ekeler left Tennessee for Nebraska on Monday and it’s nominally National Signing Day despite the fact the Huskers didn’t recruit anyone in the second half of the cycle. The good news is the Husker247 Podcast covered everything and even tossed in thoughts on the single biggest addition in the 2025 offseason cycle and if Dylan Raiola’s season was a success in 2024? Follow along a...
Feb 05, 2025•43 min
Don’t look now but Nebraska basketball has risen from the ashes and the team has a pivotal two-game stretch ahead. The Husker247 HoopsCast has it all covered. Nebraska’s big win at Oregon. What changed for the team? How can the Huskers sustain this and more. Finally the two play Guess a Random Husker Hooper and debate if the Huskers go 2-0, 1-1 or 0-2 against Washington on the road on Thursday and Ohio State at home on Sunday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ht...
Feb 04, 2025•39 min
The Husker247 Podcast returned on a Friday to talk recruiting and specifically the upcoming Nebraska Elite Day happening on Saturday. Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz talk through the list of visitors, what positions and even areas of the country stand out as the Huskers look to add future talent. Finally they discuss how the coaching changes have shaken up where and what the focus is for the Huskers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pr...
Jan 31, 2025•36 min
The Husker247 Podcast joined up on Wednesday morning to get into conversations about Nebraska’s offensive line, the future of the spring game and NFL draft talk. Things started with discussing how Rocco Spindler fits into things with the Huskers, what the line makeup might be if he commits to the Huskers, where things are at for Donovan Raiola going into his fourth season and more. Then it shifted to how things will look in future years for the spring game. Can Nebraska continue its traditional ...
Jan 29, 2025•51 min
The Husker247 HoopsCast gathered to discuss Nebraska’s 6-game losing streak, the tweaks to the lineup and what is going on on the hardwood. Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson walk through the dismantling at the hands of Wisconsin and a blown home game to USC. What is ailing Nebraska? How can the Huskers get out of it? Can the team? Then they look ahead to Illinois and Oregon this week — two big opportunities but two very tough teams for a Nebraska group that is low on confidence. Finally it’...
Jan 28, 2025•30 min
The Husker247 Podcast gathered on Wednesday and did something remarkably unique by focusing a January podcast on players returning to the Huskers and not new additions or transfer portal discussions. The premise was simple but yielded some different results — who is one player on offense and one player on defense you’re excited about returning and seeing what they can do in 2025? The trio discuss the names and then dig a little deeper and talk about a few sleepers who might become bigger names i...
Jan 22, 2025•54 min
The Nebraska basketball losing streak is now up to four games. Is it time to panic? The Husker247 HoopsCast weighs in. What did Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson see in the last two games? What’s the biggest issue for the Huskers right now as they keep losing (mostly) close games? Finally will guess a random Husker hooper stump BC or can he find the answer inside the thousands of names in his brain? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com...
Jan 21, 2025•34 min
Where does the roster sit after after a few weeks of portal activity? Husker247 investigates on the latest podcast. Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz discuss Shiyzah Pete and where the Huskers sit for the offensive tackle, before going through every position and talking about what Nebraska has accomplished thus far. What group stands out? What position feels like a question mark and can Bruntz name every defensive backs coach since 2011? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
Jan 15, 2025•59 min
The Husker247 HoopsCast returned on Tuesday as Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discussed the Huskers struggles in West Lafayette following the 104-68 pummeling by Purdue. Does Nebraska have the ability to flush it and move on? What’s a bigger concern? Offensive inconsistency or other teams going bananas at the 3-point line? What’s next for Nebraska? The two then play Guess a Random Husker Hooper and finish up with some NFL chatter and playoff predictions. To learn more about listener data...
Jan 14, 2025•38 min
The Husker247 HoopsCast convened on Thursday to discuss the Huskers tough loss in Iowa City and how the team moves forward in a critical part of the schedule. Things start with Nebraska’s collapse against Iowa, what Brian Christopherson saw in attendance and what the coach and players had to say afterwards. Does Nebraska have an issue with big leads or is it an issue throughout basketball? Then they walked through some other potential issues like free throw shooting and finishing at the rim. Fin...
Jan 09, 2025•34 min
Husker247 got together on Tuesday to discuss how the transfer portal class is shaping up and the big change in special teams. The discussion starts with who the Huskers have added thus far and which additions could be immediate impact type players. From there which ones might need a little seasoning but could provide value down the line? The discussion evolved into areas where the Huskers could continue to add or haven’t quite hit the mark through the portal. Finally the show ended with a discus...
Jan 07, 2025•43 min
The final Sunday Side Session of 2024 comes to a close with 1620 morning show host Matt McMaster joining and providing his thoughts on the game, the season and what’s ahead for Nebraska football. Things start on defense and the two discuss how things look for John Butler moving forward, the performances of some of the younger players in the Pinstripe Bowl and what concerns exist moving forward. Then the two dive deep into Nebraska’s offensive picture, each agrees there’s a lot to like with the p...
Dec 29, 2024•58 min
Bad Boy Mower Pinstripe Bowl champs! Mike Schaefer talks about the Huskers win in Yankee Stadium on Saturday and how it was a nice encapsulation of what this season has turned into. A send off for seniors like Rahmir Johnson and Ty Robinson and then a springboard for players like Vincent Shavers, who represent the next wave who look to build off this and play in even more meaningful games in the future. Schaefer touches on Nebraska’s play overall, what stood out on both sides of the ball and fin...
Dec 28, 2024•24 min
Bowl game hype? Bowl game hype! Nebraska football has reached a postseason for the first time since 2016 and on Saturday the Huskers take on Boston College in the Pinstripe Bowl. Husker247 is celebrating the occasion with a HypeCast to get you ready. Who’s playing? Who opted out? Who steps up for the portal players? What looks different with more time to prepare? After those are answered it is prediction time with oddly specific predictions, picks to click and a final score. Does Husker247 see N...
Dec 27, 2024•42 min
Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down Nebraska's recent run of transfer portal additions. Which needs have the Huskers hit over the last few days? The guys then discuss the upcoming bowl game with Boston College and what Nebraska can take from its performance in New York City. Listen in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 24, 2024•36 min
The Husker247 HoopsCast returned on Wednesday to break down the Huskers first Big Ten win and to discuss where things sit as the team heads to Hawaii for its in-season tournament. Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discuss what the Huskers did on Friday to roll against Indiana, why Nebraska matches up well with the Hoosiers and why it was an important bounce back after an ugly game in East Lansing. Finally there’s guess a random Husker hooper and an ensuing conversation about Nebraska basket...
Dec 18, 2024•42 min
The Husker247 Podcast convened to discuss the transfer portal action as it rolls along and how the Huskers continue to finalize its future coaching staff. Conversation started with the latest commitment from the portal as Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson discussed Jaylen George and what the Huskers have been attempting to do with his its portal visits. The two discussed a number of targets for the Huskers and ran through some of the top names the staff is seeking out at this time. Finally ...
Dec 17, 2024•44 min
Husker247 convened on Thursday morning to discuss a whirlwind week for Nebraska football. New coaches, a new(ish) coordinator and whole lot of transfer portal. The first half of the show discusses all of Nebraska’s defensive staff hires, why it felt like John Butler was always Matt Rhule’s first choice, what Phil Snow might do for the team and thoughts on both Phil Simpson and Terry Braden. Then the trio discussed the portal, different targets, a few names to know and positions where it makes se...
Dec 12, 2024•39 min
Even during one of the busier football weeks of the season for the Nebraska Cornhuskers there’s always time for a Husker247 HoopsCast. Fresh off a pair of dominating home wins the Huskers are now headed to Michigan State for the first of two Big Ten games over the next week. What kind of spot are the Huskers in here? Who’s playing well? What has been a surprise so far this season? Who stands out early that perhaps caught fans by surprise? Then it’s time to try to guess a random Husker hooper? Th...
Dec 07, 2024•35 min
In this episode of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down a newsy and wide-ranging National Signing Day press conference for Matt Rhule. The guys discuss the Huskers' shifting coaching staff, how the Huskers will need to enter the transfer portal and why change is going to be the theme of the month for Nebraska. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit htt...
Dec 05, 2024•37 min
Now that Nebraska finally has Cortez Mills lets get Andrew Ivins on the Husker247 Podcast and see what the receiver can bring to Lincoln. Ivins also talks about the difficulty of evaluating a position with so many unique body types and skill sets, evaluating on a blind fit and then he turns his attention to the rest of Nebraska’s 2025 class. Who stands out for Ivins? Which player does he view as a quintessential Matt Rhule commit? Who is his favorite in the class? Listen in and find out! To lear...
Dec 04, 2024•28 min
