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It's the Husker Happy Hour as bowl chatter continues and, oh by the way, the Huskers had a 3rd player enter the portal. That might be news? Have we perhaps known for a bit and have another QB in our crosshairs? How is TJ? Can Phil Snow repair a defense which dropped off hard in the final two games? Volleyball, what the hell? These are only a few of the subjects on the table tonight for you guys as the comments will once again guide the show. Fire away as this has proven to be one of the most drama-filled seasons in a stretch full of them. We will have a couple of guests as CN volleyball writer Mylie K. joins to close the early curtain on a 33-1 Husker season. And, just to double down on nepotism, her brother Drew, who you may know better as mustang6197, will hop in later as well. There may be others. Who knows who might drop in?? So pour your favorite beverage & pull up a stool - the Huskers Happy Hour is back!

In this episode of Monday Night Therapy on Corn Nation, Minnie Hunt and Fred Sacco process the emotional fallout from quarterback Dylan Raiola officially entering the transfer portal. What begins as gallows humor quickly turns into a deep, timeline-driven postmortem of Raiola's Nebraska tenure, from his arrival and early promise to his injury, coaching changes, and eventual departure. Minnie lays out the sequence of events—Raiola's stats, the USC injury, the UCLA win with TJ Lateef, the firing of coordinators, and the domino effect that followed—arguing the ending felt inevitable. The discussion wrestles with whether Nebraska mortgaged its future around one player, the failures of the offensive line and scheme, and how NIL and the transfer portal have fundamentally changed roster stability. Fred frames Raiola's exit as “addition by subtraction,” while Minnie defends the quarterback, arguing Nebraska failed to protect or properly support him. Both agree the program placed too much weight on a single solution instead of building sustainable depth. The conversation expands into broader Husker angst: decades of heartbreak, nostalgia for the Osborne era, frustration with constant rebuilds, and questions about Matt Rhule's long-term future. Despite sarcasm and venting, the episode closes with reluctant acceptance, dark humor, and the shared resolve of fans who, battered but loyal, prepare to move on—again.

This week on the Five Heart Podcast, co-hosts Minnie and Greg START THE SHOW talking about men's and women's basketball as well as top-ranked volleyball's pursuit of the national championship. Then the focus will turn to football. The Huskers have an opponent for the Las Vegas Bowl, and the duo will discuss the Utah Utes. Our very own Minnie will be in attendance for that game. Nebraska has two new assistant coaches and is zeroing in on a third, so we will see how this Husker squad looks/performs on New Years Eve. Because of upcoming holidays, we have some scheduling updates for Christmas and New Years weeks. It's a fun show with plenty of involvement from the Eking Crew!

Join us for the Huskers Happy Hour. And tonight, as the first week of bowl practices kick off, I am going to be turning to the comments after a short intro and we'll see how far you take us. There's no Husker game to review or preview this week, but that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of things to talk about - the firings and hirings at Offensive Line & Defensive Coordinator & Defensive Line, “Is Dylan staying or leaving??”, conference championship weekend & how Duke threw a bag of firecrackers into the whole mess, the CFP committee's impossible weekend , and, of course, why Notre Dame didn't deserve to be in & as a result, are little entitled crybaby bitches.

The latest Monday Night Therapy opens with Minnie and Fred joking about their unusual background, wrestling belts, and Nebraska's perpetual “pre-season championship” optimism. Conversation quickly shifts to major staff changes: the firing of offensive line coach Donovan Raiola and the swift hiring of Georgia Tech's Geep Wade. Minnie and Fred highlight Wade's impressive résumé, especially Georgia Tech surrendering only nine sacks in three years, and discuss how his aggressive, physical line play could dramatically improve protection for Nebraska's quarterbacks. The two also address defensive coordinator changes. With John Butler gone, new DC Rob Aurich is joining the transition team ahead of the bowl game. His history of quickly improving defenses gives them cautious optimism. Roster news dominates much of the discussion—transfer portal chatter, fears about Dylan Raiola's injury timeline, and speculation about his future. The hosts debate the challenges of bowl opt-outs across college football and preview Nebraska's Las Vegas Bowl matchup against No. 15 Utah, acknowledging the Utes' strong run game but noting that Nebraska's unpredictability may be an advantage. Greg later joins the show, adding insights about next year's schedule, recruiting updates, and more bowl-season drama. The episode ends with humor, playful teasing, and renewed—if cautious—Husker optimism.

This week on the Five Heart Podcast, hosts Minnie and Greg will honestly probably NOT recap the Iowa game from last week, outside of discussing how it led to Defensive Coordinator John Butler being future-endeavored. I mean, 40-16 is absolutely abhorrent. You don't want to discuss that. We don't want to discuss that. But the good news is that there are new Huskers on the horizon. Wednesday was Early Signing Day. And while some will lament the fact that ESD takes the wind out of the sails of National Signing Day in February, I suppose it will be nice to know who plans to play for the Huskers. It's like knowing what's beneath the gift wrapping on Christmas morning (SEASONAL REFERENCE!). There will also be mention (and for reasons that I'm not able to disclose, no more than mentions) of the Nebraska volleyball team preparing for its post-season tournament. The duo will also mention the undefeated Nebraska men's basketball team as they prepare for Creighton on Sunday. And because it's the holiday season, we're going to be spoiling you with a brand new Five Heart Theatre! Be ready, because we have no idea what we're doing.

Join us for the Huskers Happy Hour and OH MY GOD, this is the worst year EVER!! Or it's the best regular season record we've had since 2015? So confusing but we have plenty to hash out after a second straight blowout quickly followed by the John Butler firing. We can talk about that, about T.J. Lateef's injured effort, and about Emmett Johnson's big day in a losing effort which really upset some Iowa fans and who gives a shit? So there's plenty of cliffs from which to jump on the eve of signing day and we need you to do that. I'll have 1-2 guests as well, so saddle up - it's bowl season! Huskers Happy Hour - pour your favorite cold one and join us.

On this episode of Monday Night Therapy, Minnie Hunt and Fred Sacco open with humor and self-inflicted shame after Nebraska's loss to Iowa, including Minnie wearing “Iowa yellow” after losing a bet. The tone quickly shifts as they address the biggest news of the week: defensive coordinator John Butler's firing following another embarrassing defensive performance, capped by Iowa scoring 40 points. The hosts agree the defense—especially the front seven—collapsed late in the season, plagued by an inexperienced and depleted defensive line that failed to stop the run. They argue Butler, though a strong defensive backs coach, may have been overmatched as a coordinator and became a necessary “fall guy” to satisfy fans and signal change. Interim coordinator Phil Snow is acknowledged as a temporary fix, not a long-term solution. Discussion expands to recruiting, NIL money, and coaching strategy, with concerns that Nebraska continues settling for second- or third-choice coaches and players while struggling to develop talent on the field. The episode closes with debate about the Iowa “rivalry,” bowl-game speculation (Arizona or Utah), frustration with past regimes, and skepticism about Matt Rhule's ability to navigate the NIL era effectively. Despite despair, the hosts cling to hope for meaningful changes heading into next season.

Emmett Johnson was a one-man wrecking crew, racking up 217 rushing yards, but it wasn't enough as Nebraska lost to Iowa 40-16 on Black Friday. Truly, a dark day indeed. Amidst the loss, freshman quarterback TJ Lateef suffered a tear in his hamstring, making him one-dimensional as a player. That led to 9 of 24 passing for an anemic (but nice) 69 yards. Many of TJ's passes were errant, often overthrown. This was a cataclysmic failure from top to bottom. Iowa hasn't changed their style of football since football was invented. There should have been no surprises. Yet Husker fans were indeed surprised by how non-competitive the game was. The team lost, badly. And it comes down to one of two (or both) reasons. A) Either we don't have the personnel to compete with Iowa (IOWA!!!) or 2) We don't know how to coach up the plyers that we have and get them prepared. Matt Rhule said after the game that he was "pissed off." Imagine, Matt, being a lifelong fan and watching this on-field performance. Or even being a fan for the last 20 years. Let the weight of off-season championship after off-season championship hang around your neck for a few decades and then watch as a team that was supposed to "take a leap in year three" win one more regular season game in what was supposed to be among the easiest schedules in the Big Ten. If you're "pissed off," Coach Rhule, how are we supposed to feel? Anyway...the guys break down the game.

Look kids, this is where the rubber meets the road. It's Black Friday. It's Rivalry Week. It's the HyVee Heroes Trophy. Dammit, I hate that trophy. I hate Io_a. I'm developing a healthy distrust of holidays in general, and you edge lords of the internet are starting to win me over to your side in this annual campaign of not only self-loathing, but a deep and perennial lack of enthusiasm about our so-called "beloved" Cornhuskers. Why don't we kick field goals to take early points? Why do we run the ball up the middle five godforsaken times in a row inside the opponents' ten yard line? Why can't we have nice things? And why is it that each Black Friday we have this corporate buffoonery where we have to endure a rock fight with a joke program with even worse fans who are so incompetent they didn't even know they had a Heisman Trophy winner, and their joke of a stadium is named after him?!? I mean seriously, Kinnick Stadium. Their boring brand of football has elevated them to the peak of mediocrity. "They are who we thought they are." And they'll never be anything greater. It's Thanksgiving Eve. It's Turkey Before Turkey. To hell with Io_a. Let's drink.

Huskers Happy Hour kicks off Iowa Hate Week. Yes, yes, we lost to Penn State and we'll talk about that some, but there's precious little time to waste in a short turnaround holiday week which will culminate for us on Black Friday when the Huskers break the streak of recent Iowa dominance. Since they've never really won a title in anything, we are their Super Bowl and that fact alone is worth some mockery. Bring your Iowa jokes - Fred, I'm lookin' at you - and let all guns blaze as Iowa fans deserve it. Now, we know they're a classy bunch - because they will always be the first to tell you so. They must be sweet since they wave at sick kids. For most fanbases, that would be a wonderful thing. For Iowa fans, it's a shield to be used whenever called to task for consistently lousy behavior - like throwing drinks at Oregon fans who went to their visitors' cheering section to thank them after defeating the Hawkeyes a couple weeks ago. So let ‘em have it Tuesday night. From nepotism to repeated discrimination lawsuits, they are truly the dirt of the earth.

The episode of Monday Night Therapy opens with Minnie and Fred reacting to Nebraska's demoralizing loss to Penn State and shifting attention toward rivalry week against Iowa. Minnie describes watching the game at a packed Husker bar in Scottsdale, where early optimism evaporated after Nebraska failed on a key fourth down and Penn State marched 98 yards for a touchdown. Both hosts express deep frustration with Nebraska's predictable collapse, conservative coaching, and poor line play, noting the defense was overwhelmed despite strong performances from the secondary. They discuss Penn State's emotional surge under interim coach Terry Smith and contrast it with Nebraska's lack of cohesion and confidence following Dylan Raiola's injury. While some fans walked away early, both Minnie and Fred stayed engaged—though reluctantly—to analyze what went wrong. The hosts debate whether Nebraska's youth, coaching, or physical deficits are the primary issue and lament recurring mistakes reminiscent of past regimes. Looking ahead to the Iowa game, Minnie insists Nebraska can win if players show maximum effort, while Fred remains skeptical, citing Iowa's disciplined, basic style that often punishes Nebraska's errors. They close with humor, Iowa-hate, Vegas line talk, and a plea for Nebraska to rise to the rivalry moment.

I don't even know what to write for this description. The same issues that have plagued the Huskers all season came up and bit Nebraska in vicious form Saturday night in State College. Nebraska didn't take the early points (again), the opponent marched down the field 98 yards and absolutely demoralized the Huskers in the process. It was crushing. Nebraska never got going again. This episode will be sans Hoss, not because he doesn't have thoughts, but he has a medical reason for not appearing. Greg and Jake will keep this as succinct as possible and turn our attention to Iowa. Wait, Hoss is missing the Iowa Hate Week game? That seems unforgiveable. Luckily he has a medical hardship. Go Big Red...Always.

The latest Five Heart Podcast opens with Greg and Minnie reacting to the major news that quarterback recruit Dayton Raiola has decommitted from Nebraska. Minnie explains that while disappointing, the move may be in Dayton's best interest given Nebraska's depth chart and limited early playing time. The hosts also discuss speculation about Dylan Raiola's future, including social-media activity linking him to Oregon, and emphasize that any decision to leave would be his choice, not fan-driven. Conversation shifts to Nebraska's offensive struggles, particularly the offensive line, recruiting challenges, and Donovan Raiola's development timeline. The hosts highlight NIL changes, Pipeline Jerky's pause, and Troy Dannen's comments on improving Memorial Stadium revenue and NIL alignment. Attention turns to upcoming on-field matters: Nebraska's matchup with Penn State, Emmett Johnson's rising stardom, and whether he should turn pro after the season. They preview Penn State's run-heavy scheme, Nebraska's defensive adjustments, and excitement around quarterback TJ Lateef, whose mobility adds a new dynamic to the offense. The episode wraps with humor, fan banter, score predictions, and another performance of Five Heart Theater, before closing with optimism about Saturday night's game in Happy Valley and the classic sign-off: Go Big Red.

The episode opens with Minnie, Fred, and the ever-sleepy Willie hosting Monday Night Therapy, joking about dog jackets and greeting a lively chat full of familiar names. The conversation quickly shifts to Nebraska's upcoming game against Penn State, a matchup fans had worried about since January. Despite Penn State's collapse earlier in the season—including losing their head coach and starting quarterback—Minnie expresses deep concern. She notes their emotional interim coach Terry Smith, strong senior class, and recent win over Michigan State as reasons Nebraska must be wary. Fred is more optimistic, arguing that Penn State hasn't looked dominant and that Nebraska can win if they start fast, avoid turnovers, and neutralize Penn State's heavy blitzing “Prowler Package.” Both hosts emphasize the importance of early momentum, gap integrity on defense, and the advantage of TJ Lateef's mobility at quarterback. They discuss Penn State's powerful running backs, Nebraska's improving offensive line, and the emotional factors surrounding senior night in Happy Valley. Chat members chime in with humor, stats, and concerns about officiating and historical matchups. The show ends with cautious optimism: while Penn State poses challenges, Nebraska has a real chance—if they play clean, start strong, and silence the crowd early. Go Big Red.

The latest Five Heart Podcast opens with playful banter between Greg and Minnie about titles, equality, and co-hosting duties. Chat participation quickly heats up, leading to jokes and light teasing. The tone stays humorous and conversational throughout. Minnie discusses her recent trip to the UCLA game, describing the Rose Bowl atmosphere and the overwhelming presence of Husker fans. Greg and Minnie agree that Nebraska's 28–21 win showcased strong game-planning, especially for freshman quarterback TJ Lateef, whose dual-threat mobility helped compensate for offensive-line struggles. They highlight the standout performance of running back Emmett Johnson, praising his elusiveness, durability, and Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week honors. The discussion turns to injuries, offensive line development, youth on the roster, and how Nebraska's success might impact player futures—particularly Emmett Johnson's NFL prospects and the quarterback situation with Dylan Raiola and Lateef. The hosts touch on UCLA's football situation, Big Ten Media Days, NIL influence, and Matt Rhule's growing media presence. They close with predictions, jokes, gratitude toward supporters, and the show's signature sign-off: “Five Heart is all the heart you need. Go Big Red.”

It's bye-week time, so we'll talk about T.J.'s first start. We'll talk about the offensive line's resurgence - no, stop it, yes they are. We'll talk about John Butler's Blackshirts. The Special Teams. The receivers turning into a hunting unit. And Emmett Johnson. Yes, all it took was a record-breaking game on an episode of Big Ten After Dark in Los Angeles, but people are noticing now. In under a year, he's gone from backup to “Is he going to declare early?” We'll talk about it all and you will join in, because your comments aren't just requested - on the best nights, they'll run the show. So pour your favorite cold (or hot) one and jump into the Huskers Happy Hour !

Minnie and Fred's latest Monday Night Therapy episode was lighthearted and celebratory after Nebraska's 28–21 win over UCLA. They began joking about Willie the dog, wine at the Rose Bowl, and the high drink prices, before turning to football talk. Minnie described the strong Husker crowd and UCLA's lackluster fans. The hosts praised quarterback TJ Lateef's poised debut—no sacks, no interceptions, and only two incompletions—while also commending Emmett Johnson's consistency and improvement, culminating in his Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week honor. They credited Matt Rhule's game plan, which simplified the offense and boosted tempo, giving the offensive line a rare “A” performance. Fred and Minnie debated how this new success compares to Dylan Raiola's struggles, ultimately agreeing that Raiola remains an important leader and recruiter for the program. The conversation shifted to Nebraska's development culture, NIL realities, and upcoming challenges against Penn State, which they expect to be a much tougher test. They closed with humor about fan traditions, beer sales, and the resilience of Husker Nation. The show's tone mixed celebration, caution, and camaraderie, capturing both the optimism and realism of Nebraska's fan base.

This week on Corn Nation Overreaction, Greg, Hoss, and Jake discuss Nebraska's win over the UCLA Bruins at one of the most hallowed stadiums in all of college football, the Rose Bowl. The Huskers led bell to bell and, get this, actually scored a touchdown in the third quarter. It would prove to be the game-winning score as the hard-charging Bruins kept the pressure on late. But a defensive stop allowed true freshman TJ Lateef to finish the game in football's most coveted formation, the Victory Formation. Emmett Johnson had a game like few others, and apparently like no Husker running back ever. The fourth-year player became the first Husker to run for over 100 yards and have over 100 yards receiving. He even struck "the pose" after one of his three touchdowns. The Huskers are 7-3 headed into the bye week. It's a great time to be alive! Go Big Red!

This week on the Five Heart Podcast, Greg and Minnie will recap the game last week against USC. Emmett Johnson's brilliant performance and the epic appearance of the Blackout were overshadowed by Dylan Raiola's season-ending injury and the offensive collapse that came with it. The Husker offense was rendered ineffectual in the second half, mustering just three points after the break. Freshman TJ Lateef struggled at times, but should settle into his new role now that he has a full week of preparation. In fact, Lateef's mobility could prove a useful wrinkle for defenses who have sold out to stop the run. TJ has a strong arm, but he needs to be unleashed. That means that Dana Holgorsen also needs to be unleashed. Let's see how Nebraska responds when they go to the Rose Bowl to face the Bruins. UCLA is 3-5 but has put some interesting notches in the win column. It's time to finish the season strong! Go Big Red!

This time around on Huskers Happy Hour, we contemplate a finish to the 2025 season without Dylan Raiola. The Blackout was a rousing success…except for not winning the game. After looking a little shaky when being tossed into the fire against Southern Cal, T.J. Lateef takes over at QB against UCLA in a Big 10 After Dark matchup in the Rose Bowl. The players have a mantra for it, but Emmett Johnson's explosion onto the national scene may be the best weapon for helping T.J.' find success. In any case, we have plenty to cover and may have a guest to give a rest from 100% of my voice. So pile in and fire up your comments. What do the Huskers have to do to avoid another LA sweep.

In this episode of Monday Night Therapy, Minnie and Fred discuss Nebraska's heartbreaking 21–17 loss to USC, focusing on Dylan Raiola's fibula fracture and its ripple effect. They condemn the “hip-drop tackle” that caused the injury and debate its legality, agreeing that the Huskers' offense faltered after Raiola went down. Minnie praises his toughness and leadership—he even tried to return before realizing the break's severity—and notes he'll have surgery but should recover in 10–12 weeks. The hosts recount the emotional “Blackout” atmosphere in Memorial Stadium, where fans unified behind the team despite the eventual loss. Fred and Minnie note how the injury disrupted Nebraska's rhythm and allowed USC to capitalize. They also discuss backup quarterback TJ Lateef, acknowledging his difficult position with limited reps but hoping his first full week of preparation will pay off. Beyond the game, they reflect on Nebraska's offensive line struggles, Matt Rhule's leadership and public persona, and fan expectations for the rest of the season. Minnie defends Rhule's long-term rebuilding approach and O-line coach Donovan Raiola, while Fred urges visible progress. The show closes with optimism for Lateef's debut against UCLA, praise for Emmett Johnson's breakout season, and faith that Nebraska's future remains “huge.”

The Huskers lost more than the game Saturday night, losing sophomore quarterback Dylan Raiola for the remainder of the season with a broken fibula. The Trojans spoiled a special night for the Huskers, coming from behind twice to win 21-17. And they did it in ways we expected, by running the ball at our defensive front and by taking away Nebraska's big plays. While an early three and out for the Blackshirts turned into a long drive and a touchdown, and while the home team went into the locker room at halftime up 14-6, an empty and fruitless third quarter allowed SC to get back into the game. When we burned two timeouts in the third quarter, the second on a 4th and 1 where we didn't go for it AND missed a field goal, the electricity left the stadium and even the fourth quarter light show couldn't bring it back. The Huskers we knew were gone. And on top of all of that, we have a started quarterback out for the year and a freshman quarterback who will need to grow up quickly, as we have three games left and none of them are named Akron or Houston Christian. But regardless...Go Big Red...Always.

Get ready for an exciting episode of the Five Heart Podcast as we dive into the Nebraska Cornhuskers' recent victory against Northwestern, securing the team's bowl eligibility! We're riding high on this win and can't wait to discuss what it means for the future of the Huskers. We'll also be joined by a special media guest who will provide in-depth analysis and insights into the upcoming showdown against the formidable USC Trojans. The clash on Saturday night, set for 6:30 PM Central in Lincoln, promises to be electrifying, especially with the “Blackout” theme! The Cornhuskers will be decked out in all black uniforms, and they're encouraging fans to do the same. Even our DC John Butler asked for fans to be "DESTRUCTIVE AND LOUD"! And for our beloved Holgormaniacs, don't miss our special Five Heart Theater segment starring your hosts, Greg and Minnie. They'll be bringing their signature humor and insights in this fun skit! Let's cheer on Nebraska and make this a night to remember! Go Big Red!

It's time once again to talk Husker football, both a review of last weekend's victory against Northwestern and a preview of the upcoming blackout clash against Southern Cal. And the referees. Some folks will always try to shame you into just accepting and overcoming shoddy zebra quality in the Big 10, but after a decade or more of this, it's pretty obvious it's not coincidence. But we'll chat about it. So pop on in and let's talk about that, the games, Teddy's injury, Maiava vs. the Husker secondary, and anything else you want to bring up in the comments. Huskers Happy Hour - pour your favorite cold one and join us!

The latest Monday Night Therapy opened with relief and cautious optimism as Minnie and Fred celebrated Nebraska's sixth win, putting the Huskers at 6–2 and bowl eligible for the first time in years. Despite the milestone, fans remain divided—some thrilled with progress, others frustrated by “ugly wins.” Minnie and Fred agreed that injuries, inconsistent offensive line play, and lingering mistakes have made this season a grind, but one worth appreciating. They reviewed recent games, noting impressive wins over Cincinnati, Michigan State, Maryland, and Northwestern, and the lone disappointment at Minnesota, which they blamed on poor preparation and coaching. Special teams earned praise—especially Kenneth Williams, whose 95-yard kick return sealed the Northwestern victory and earned him Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week. Running back Emmett Johnson's 124-yard game also drew admiration, cementing him as one of the Big Ten's top rushers. Looking ahead to the blackout game vs. USC, Minnie and Fred predicted a high-scoring shootout, emphasizing Nebraska's home-field advantage and USC's injuries. The episode closed on a hopeful note—Nebraska may not be perfect, but the team is improving, the fan base is re-energized, and the bowl drought is finally over. Go Big Red.

This week on the Overreaction Show, Greg, Hoss, and Jake will discuss and break down Saturday's 28-21 win over the Northwestern Wildcats. As has been the Huskers' modus operandi in conference play, it was not a pretty game. It was, in fact, ugly. But as we have also seen most of this season (the exception being Minnesota, really), there were glimpses of some really stellar individual performances. Kenneth Williams had a return that would have had Lyell Bremser on his feet. Emmett Johnson continued to showcase his abilities. And the defense did just enough to help secure Nebraska's second-straight bowl-eligible season. The Huskers are 6-2. They are 3-2 in conference play and begin their Pac 12 swing next week with the USC Trojans at home followed by a trip to the Rose Bowl to face UCLA. If we've learned anything from the Big Ten in 2025 it's that anything is possible.

There may not have been many positives from last Friday's game at Minnesota, but we'll scour the stats and find something to cheer. And if it's not from last week, we'll go back to the five victories of the season and find some reason to smile. Nebraska is 5-2. Win one game and you match last week's regular-season win total. Win two games and guess what...improvement! At the end of the day, you either support the team or you don't. You can criticize, but it should be constructive. Look, being a Husker fan carries a tremendous amount of pride, but a burden as well. You can't just flippantly say "this/that/the other thing sucked." You need to have an alternative idea. No, we're not coaches. No, we can't affect change. Neither did most of those petitions over at change dot org. So we support. It's the best use of our time and effort. And GO BIG RED...always.

It's time for this week's episode of the Huskers Happy Hour! And we're not too damn happy at all, are we? Oh no, we're not. In about 10 days, we've gone from that scrappy ball team who owns the 4th quarter and was thinking about 10 wins or so to a group who just got steamrolled by a mid-Minnesota squad for a 6th straight loss to P.J. So we've got plenty to talk about, am I right? Oh yes, we do! The offensive line can't block and the defense can't tackle. And it sounds like Northwestern is cut from the same cloth as Minnesota, so that game may not be the break they thought it would when the season started. But hey, let's talk about it now that we've had a couple days to calm down, shall we? Or have we?

In this episode of Monday Night Therapy, hosts Minnie and Fred open the “Husker Hope Hotline” to process Nebraska's humiliating 24–6 loss to Minnesota. The duo describe the defeat as one of the worst under Matt Rhule, marked by offensive line breakdowns, poor communication, and a lack of grit that contradicted the program's supposed progress. They vent about mental mistakes, ejections, and coaching failures, while debating whether offensive line coach Donovan Raiola deserves to stay given his limited success developing players. Minnie presents a chart showing years of thin recruiting and poor depth, while Fred argues the unit still lacks cohesion and leadership. The conversation shifts to NIL disparities and coaching contrasts with Minnesota's PJ Fleck, whom they credit for maximizing modest talent. They lament Nebraska's inability to execute “basic football,” questioning whether Rhule's staff can truly develop players in the modern era. The hosts defend quarterback Dylan Raiola's toughness despite constant pressure, worrying he might waste his talent behind a failing line. Still, they end on a hopeful note, recalling Nebraska's 1996 rebound after an early shutout loss, and urging fans to regroup before facing Northwestern. Despite the pain, Minnie and Fred reaffirm their loyalty to Husker Nation and each other.

"Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things. And no good thing ever dies." Andy Dufresne wrote those words to his friend Red once he had crawled through a river of, well, you know how the movie goes. Buckle up, Husker fans, we're in the river where we don't want to be. Instead of winning our second consecutive road game for the first time since 2006, the Huskers did next to nothing Friday night in Minneapolis, falling to the Minnesota Golden Gophers 24-6. Nebraska never got its offense off the ground, and what little yardage it could muster was negated by nine sacks for 63 yards. Even taking away the penalties (6/65 compared to 3/30 for Minnesota), the Huskers were simply outplayed. And you hate to see it. Maybe you hated seeing the all-white uniforms. Maybe the pink accents instead of the traditional red caused a visual anomaly for the Huskers. This game was lost on the offensive line. And the maddening part is that it provides a blueprint for the remaining Husker opponents on how to beat us. We were thinking "10-2, 11-1, a bubble CFP team." Now we face a repeat of 2024 when we started 5-1 and became bowl eligible in the second-to-last game. So about that hope? Where'd that go? Here's the thing…if you didn't have hope, you wouldn't watch the game. If you didn't have hope, you wouldn't watch this show. We are all here because we hope things will get better. No one is cashing out. No one should be throwing in the towel on a 5-2 team that is still steeped in capability. So it wasn't their night on Friday. Saturday's game against Northwestern is a new day. All we can do is HOPE that this coaching staff will have these players ready to go then. Go Big Red. Even in the face of Armageddon.

This week on the Five Heart Podcast, Greg and Minnie will discuss this Friday night's game in Minneapolis against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. You know them. You dislike them. The Fightin' Fleckies! The Huskers are 5-1 and 2-1 in the Big Ten following the win over the Maryland Terrapins. It was another game that wasn't pretty but the team showed determination and dare we say...heart! The Huskers lost the interior eight minutes (the four minutes before halftime, the four minutes after halftime). But Nebraska owned the fourth quarter, outscoring the hosts 10-0 as Dylan Raiola threw one more touchdown than he did an interception, leading the Huskers to victory. Now it's time for the only trophy game that matters...the $5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy. Nebraska. Minnesota. The Huskers. The Gophers. A piece of broken chair. A wonderful opportunity to raise funds for the Team Jack Foundation. Row the boat? Not today. GBR!

This episode discusses how the team who pisses games away has become straight money in the 4th quarter. And by the way, James Franklin has been fired at Penn State and will Matt Rhule be replacing him the Sunday after the Iowa game??? I was at the Monday Press conference & will give you my takeaways from that. As for the watchers & listeners out there, I'm looking for you to pour your favorite Happy Hour cold one and share your thoughts as well - the comment game has grown strong the last two weeks - keep it up! Huskers Happy Hour - tune in, drink up & get happy.

Minnie Hunt and Fred open Monday Night Therapy with lighthearted banter about Minnie's dog, Willie, before diving into the week's major story: Penn State firing James Franklin after three straight losses. The hosts debate what went wrong for Franklin, from team fatigue to locker-room discord, and express surprise at how quickly Penn State pulled the trigger. This naturally leads to speculation about Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule—given his Penn State ties—but both agree the rumors are mostly clickbait. Minnie emphasizes Rhule's strong relationship with Nebraska athletic director Troy Dannen, citing a recent example of Dannen instantly granting a scholarship at Rhule's request. They also discuss Rhule's family ties to Lincoln and how content he seems building Nebraska's program. Fred adds that Penn State fans don't appear enthusiastic about Rhule as a candidate, and both conclude he's unlikely to leave. After that, they shift to the Maryland win and Nebraska's 5-1 record, celebrating the team's newfound grit and resilience. The duo preview Minnesota next, predicting a winnable game if Nebraska maintains focus. The show ends with optimism about the Huskers' progress, humor about uniforms and superstition, and playful chat interaction about fans, NIL, and the upcoming “blackout” USC game.

The latest episode of Corn Nation Overreaction celebrated Nebraska's rise to No. 25 in the national rankings after moving to 5-1, sparking discussion about the meaning—and timing—of college football polls. Greg, Hoss, and Jake debated whether early rankings carry any real weight or simply fuel bias and conversation. They agreed that while polls are mostly meaningless until the College Football Playoff rankings appear around Halloween, they remain fun for fans and media alike. Conversation turned to speculation about Penn State's coaching future, with the crew dismissing rumors that Matt Rhule might leave Nebraska, calling it highly unlikely and illogical from either side. They also revisited the Huskers' gritty 34-31 win over Maryland, condemning a cheap shot on quarterback Dylan Raiola and praising the toughness Nebraska showed in closing out another game that past teams would have lost. Running back Emmett Johnson drew special acclaim for his 176-yard day and Ameer Abdullah-like determination, while the offensive line earned credit for its best performance of the season. The hosts highlighted defensive standouts Vincent Shavers Jr. and Kade Pietrzak, applauded special-teams coach Mike Ekeler's impact, and looked ahead to Friday's matchup with Minnesota, predicting continued improvement, a possible Emmett Johnson breakout, and Nebraska's first back-to-back road wins since 2006.

This week on the Five Heart Podcast, Greg and Minnie look back at Nebraska's first Big Ten Conference win of the season, last Saturday's 38-27 win against Michigan State. There was good, there was bad, and to cap off the reference to one of the top westerns of all time, there was ugly. But this Nebraska team is different. There will be a bit of a player focus as the pair spend some time talking about wide receiver Dane Key. While it may not look like the former Kentucky Wildcat has been incredibly productive, stats as well as teammate and coach testimonials tell a different tale. Minnie will share her knowledge of the Maryland Terrapins with the Holgormaniacs and we'll collect predictions for this Saturday's game.

The Huskers finally end their 40+ day homestand with the first stop in College Park, Maryland, for a showdown with the #1 Terps. Along with Michigan State post-game and the Maryland preview, we'll talk about how Big 10 expansion from the west coast may have benefitted the Huskers most of all. And, of course, we'll go wherever our HHH viewer comments take us - you guys have really been ramping up your game the past few weeks! In addition? You wanted her - you got her. Mylie will be dropping in to give us a volleyball update & a post-thrashing of Penn State certainly seems like a fine time to bring her in.

Minnie and Fred open Monday Night Therapy celebrating Nebraska's 38–27 win over Michigan State, then pivot to a Maryland preview with guest Matt Germack of SB Nation/Testudo Times. Matt explains “September Maryland”: 19–3 in September over five years, 12–22 afterward. He says the Terps' defense is notably improved with a legit pass rush (freshmen edge duo Sidney Stewart and Zaheer Mathis), but the offense is unbalanced: an anemic run game and shaky O-line have forced heavy RPO passing. Standout freshman QB Malik Washington looks poised and accurate, but Maryland's fourth-quarter collapse vs. Washington (after leading 20–0) highlighted play-calling issues and inexperience. He notes Maryland leads the Big Ten in sacks and can exploit pressure-to-sack tendencies, a concern versus Nebraska's developing tackles. Crowd edge may favor Nebraska: it's Maryland's fall break, so attendance could dip. Special teams could swing the game—Maryland's kicker is reliable short, punter is excellent, but kickoff coverage leaks; Nebraska's special teams are “kick-ass,” with recent return TDs and an Aussie punter. The hosts like Nebraska's defensive matchup against Maryland's run struggles and believe continuity on the Huskers' O-line can help protect Dylan Raiola, whose composure and leadership stood out in windy conditions vs. MSU. Prediction vibe: a competitive game, slight Nebraska lean.

This week on Corn Nation Overreaction, the guys are talking about the weekend's win over Michigan State. Despite scoring on their first drive and blocking a punt for a touchdown on the Spartans' first drive (shout out Special Teams!), at times the Huskers looked lost. The interior quarters (second and third) were pretty atrocious. At one point, the Huskers, who had opportunity after opportunity to put the game away, trailed the visitors by a touchdown. So what happened? What was the moment that flipped the proverbial script and set the Huskers back on track to victory? At the personnel level, how did the players grade out? It was another wild weekend in the Big Ten, as UCLA proved you don't need coaches to beat top ten teams. Honestly, it feels like the conference is so topsy-turvy (we're going for legitimate words today).

This week on the Five Heart Podcast, it's time to get back in the saddle and preview some Nebraska football. The 3-1 Huskers host the 3-1 Michigan State Spartans for the fourth straight home game (fifth if you include Husker Nation's takeover of Arrowhead Stadium). Nebraska is coming off a 30-27 loss to Michigan. Sparty also won their first three games just to lose their conference opener. The Spartans have two wins over lesser competition (Western Michigan and Youngstown State) as well as a two-point win over the ACC's Boston College. Yes, the same Boston College that Nebraska beat in the Pinstripe Bowl at the end of 2024. Every indication is that the Huskers will not see a defensive front like Michigan's, probably for the rest of the season. So heading into this weekend, are you optimistic? What's your mindset? Where are your five hearts? We'll peel back the bandages and prepared to hope again.

It is once again game week and, once again, some Michigan twerps are barging into Lincoln. So we'll take a look at Sparty and what they'll bring to the party and hazard a guess or two as to what if any changes the Huskers will be unearthing. I'll be broadcasting from another Colorado motel, but I haven't made up my mind where that will be yet, as the last few days in the mountains will involve whatever wanderlust grabs my fancy. The snot & sneezing were gone the morning after last week's show and further trail adventures have only gotten better by the day, although some sleet on Monday was unexpected, but better than rain. So check on Huskers expectations with one loss under the belt.

On this episode of Monday Night Therapy, Minnie and Fred welcome Matt Sheehan from Locked On Spartans to preview Nebraska–Michigan State. Matt says MSU's offense has taken a big step: QB Aiden Childs is smarter with the ball and dangerous on designed or scramble runs, with NFL-caliber targets like Nick Marsh. The offensive line is improved but dealing with injuries, including a sidelined left tackle. The problem is defense—especially the pass rush. After allowing big yards to USC and even Youngstown State, MSU has struggled to generate pressures or sacks, leaving the secondary exposed. Run defense is “serviceable,” special teams are a real strength (elite punter, solid kicker/returns), and the fanbase is split between “be patient in Year 2” and “this isn't good enough.” Matt predicts a shootout, calling it a “first to 30” game and picking Nebraska 34–29, while warning that Childs could keep it close if protection holds. In the back half, the crew switches to birthday fun as Minnie turns 50, sharing throwback photos from the Coronation community—cue Zubaz, letterman jackets, and 2008 haircuts—while good-natured ribbing flies. They close feeling optimistic about the weekend, plugging upcoming shows, and signing off with a hearty “Go Big Red.”