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This is a weekly podcast reviewing all things Nebraska Football! Episodes will involve review of the previous week's game, any updated news regarding the program, and discussing the Cornhuskers' upcoming opponent. Occasional discussion of other Big Ten and National teams, as well. Go Big Red!

Derek Ferguson


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    Huskers in a Regional

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 30:50


    Huskers are in a regional! Although, we got SCREWED with our seeding! This week, Lance and I discuss the success of Husker baseball and if there is ANY way we are able to come out of the Arkansas regional.  Also, Jacquez Yant received a scholarship and Delano Banton declared for the NBA draft.  Will we see him back in a Husker uniform?

    Spring Game and NFL Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 32:59


    This week Lance and I break down what we liked and disliked about the Red/White Spring game.  Also, the Huskers finalized their 2021 schedule with some changes AND we had some formers Huskers drafted and signing free agent deals.  We will discuss who we think has the brightest future in the NFL!

    Nebraska Athletics on the Move

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 31:34


    Nebraska Sports are the BEST at the offseason! This week, Lance and Derek discuss Nebrasketball's new coaching addition, Tim Miles getting a new gig, a top 15! recruiting class for basketball, baseball in 1st place and receiving votes in the Big Ten, AND some spring football. What a great time of year!

    March Madness...and OU Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 37:43


    March Madness is here! Lance and I discuss our brackets this week and see where the big surprises are coming this year! Also, we discuss the PR nightmare of Nebraska trying to dodge the OU game...what a joke! 

    Teddy Allen is Gone

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 26:29


    Lance and I are BACK after a week hiatus! We will be moving to a bi-weekly schedule over the next month. This week we get to break down a tremendous stretch of basketball from the Nebrasketball team, discuss Teddy Allen's departure and what it means, and unfortunately, discuss the news of Team Jack founder Andy Hoffman's passing. Be sure to check it out!

    Nebrasketball Gets a Conference Dub!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 27:44


    After 26 straight losses, we had them RIGHT where we wanted them! This week Lance and I discuss the long awaited conference Dub! What is the difference between 2 of the last 3 games vs. the rest of the year? AND which coach will hit the hot seat first: Hoiberg or Frost? Be sure to tune in to find out!

    Signing Day and Super Bowl

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 33:43


    Signing Day is officially here! Lance and I discuss our top 20 national ranking and if we buy into it at all or if we take it with a grain of salt! Also, Nebrasketball is back in action! Will it be more of the same? And FINALLY, we give our predictions on the Super Bowl this weekend! Be sure to check it out!

    All 2000's Nebraska Blackshirts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 42:51


    Last week was offense! This week, the Blackshirts! Lance and I debate our all 2000's Nebraska Defense! Let us know where you agree, disagree, or think we are totally crazy! Should make for some fun discussion!2

    All 2000's Nebraska Offense - Who Ya Got?!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 43:32


    Everything keeps shutting down! That is okay, Lance and I have a backup plan! This week and next we will break down the All 2000's Nebraska Offense and Defense! Why just 2000's? If we added the 70's, 80's, and 90's...the 2000's would probably be non-existent! Time to give them their due!

    Wandale is Out and Covid is In

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 35:37


    Completely UN-edited this week, Lane and I break down how wrong we were on the CFP National Championship. We discuss Nebrasketball's Covid situation and how the rest of their year looks, and Nebraska football has had some MAJOR offseason movement recently. We break down all the goods this week!

    CFP National Championship: The Ohio State Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 33:09


    Lance and I are Big Ten homers this week! We discuss Nebrasketball's negative trajectory, Iowa State's sudden success (and if the Huskers can get there), and breakdown the upcoming CFP National Championship! Can Ohio State bring home the title for the "down" Big Ten?

    Goodbye 2020!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 36:36


    We are BACK after a week off! Lance and I discuss our thoughts on the Nebraska football season as a whole (including the vote for no bowl game), talk about the trajectory of Nebrasketball this season and if we can turn a corner, and give our predictions on the CFP semi-finals!

    What Have We Become?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 36:50


    It is Vent week here at Husker Huddle! Lance and I get our frustrations out with the current state of the program and discuss where we think things can go from here...certainly can't get worse, can they? If you are feeling frustrated, this is the PERFECT week to tune in as we can validate all those feelings!

    PJ Fleck's Boat is Sinking!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 42:18


    It is the battle for the $5 Bits of Broke Chair trophy!!! Bring that thing home to Lincoln! This week Lance and I break down the Purdue win, chat about our upcoming game against the Covid-ravaged Gophers, recognize some of the Seniors on the team, talk about Nebrasketball's upcoming game against Creighton, AND try to figure out the Big Ten's super duper secret plan for Champions Week!

    Purdon't Let Us Lose Again!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 39:30


    This week Lance and I discuss the annoyance of moral victories in year 3, when we will start seeing results on the field and the upcoming Purdue game. Don't worry we talk what Nebraska is good at, too...Nebrasketball!!! They got their season underway and look good in the early going. We talk expectations and excitement for the 2020-2021 basketball season in the Big Ten.

    Iowa Sucks and I'm Not Sorry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 42:43


    Lance and I sulk for a bit before bringing the FIRE! It is Iowa Hate Week and we do not disappoint. Also, Nebrasketball starts this week! Get the rundown of what we expect this season. Don't miss this GREAT Thanksgiving week episode

    We Got a Dub!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 46:49


    Great first half...bad 2nd half! BUT we got the dub! This week Lance and I discuss the Good, Bad, and Concerning in Nebraska's big win over Penn State, break down the Fighting Illini, AND even discuss some MAJOR Nebrasketball news! Do NOT miss this great episode!

    Penn State @ Nebraska - Somebody Has to Win!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 44:16


    This week Lance and I talk Huskers QB battle: Is it legit? Will McCaffrey or Martinez start against PSU? We break down where Nebraska is as a program moving forward and if we can salvage anything from this shortened season. With a bit of good news, Nebrasketball has a tournament scheduled at PBA! Lance and I break down the logistics of that and if we think basketball season will make it through!

    Heading to Evanston

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 37:53


    This week, Lance and I discuss the potential path to Indy for the Huskers and preview this week's matchup against Northwestern as the UNDERDOGS! As always we will give our GOTW and the 1 thing that stood out

    Covid and the Badgers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 46:07


    This week we peel ourselves off the ground from being run over by the Mack truck that is Ohio State. Lance and I discuss the good, bad, and ugly of that game, dissect what to expect from Wisconsin this week, and predict this week's games of the week!

    Big Ten Game Week!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 40:57


    Big Ten football is FINALLY here! Thanks to OSU and Nebraska (who just so happen to be facing off in week 1). Lance and I discuss both teams outlook and if we can expect a miracle for our Huskers. What will have to come together for that to happen? Also, we have a little Kade Warner vs. Jordan Westerkamp mustache discussion, as well as, calling PJ Fleck a used car salesman! We cover all our bases this week. GO BIG RED ITS GAME WEEK!

    Buying or Selling QB Competition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 29:56


    This week Lance and I play a game of Buying or Selling! Tune in to catch our thoughts on various Huskers topics for the 2020 season. We are only a week and a half away! Also, we discuss something that stood out to each of us from the previous week, PBA hosting a watch party, and our GOTW!

    Huskers Season Predicitons

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 40:11


    This week Lance and Derek breakdown a game by game prediction of how we think the Huskers season will turn out. are we headed to the ship? or even a bowl game? We will give our thoughts and I will keep Lance's negative Nancy attitude at bay. We also got some GREAT news on the Nebrasketball front with Trey McGowens getting an immediate eligibility waiver. We will discuss all that PLUS our Games of the Week predictions.

    Upset Central

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 36:23


    That was a FUN weekend of college football! Upsets all over the place, Big 12 knocking themselves almost out of contention, LSU's defense laying an egg, amongst others! Also, PAC12 announced it is back (acting like the little brother they are). Lance and I discuss, as well as, give our thoughts on one key storyline we are looking forward to for the Huskers' 2020 football season!

    Big Ten Schedule Breakdown - Did We Get Screwed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 33:46


    Lance and I dissect the Big Ten official schedule (Pt. 3) and what it means for Husker football this fall. Did we get screwed? Lance and I discuss our thoughts, as well as, if this was a "revenge" schedule. We also dive into who we think we will face in the Big Ten Champions Week! and finally, we also have our 3 GOTW with our faultless predictions!

    Big Ten is OFFICIALLY Back - Raw Reaction Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 13:58


    The Big 10 is BACK! Derek and Lance react to the breaking news this morning that the Big 10 will begin football on October 23/24! Get all the details and reaction here!

    Big Ten is Back...I Think?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 32:55


    As the Big Ten is making a name for itself in the day-time drama, Lance and I CONTINUE to discuss our thoughts on all the rumors that are leaking out. What will the schedule look like? Will we start on Oct. 10 or Oct. 17? Are we all in or just some? All of these questions are discussed on this week's episode, along with, the potential consequences of an 8 game schedule versus a 10 game schedule. Finally, we drop our picks for our 3 GOTW. Don't miss out!

    Paging Kevin Warren

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 39:41


    This week on Husker Huddle we discuss all the ex-Huskers who have joined a practice squad and active rosters. How will the Davis twins do without playing side by side? Also, we continue to pursue answers in the rumor mill since Kevin Warren refuses to stand up! AND, we discuss and predict our 3 Games of the Week!

    As The Big Ten Turns

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 31:50


    This week I bring on a new co-host Lance Burmood! With that, we bring you a little different dynamic with a conversational podcast. We discuss everything from the Big Ten changing its mind by the hour it seems (or according to the rumors), how a spring season would look in competition with the newly reinvented XFL, Bill Moos thoughts on basketball in January, and our takes on upcoming College Football games this week! Don't miss it!

    Life Without (Husker) Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 18:24


    This week I discuss the reality of life without Husker Football! Pro Football Focus dropped a top 130 QB rankings. I will let you know my thoughts on where they have Adrian Martinez. Also, what does the eligibility waiver do for our QB situation moving forward. And FINALLY, we have some football this weekend! I discuss who, what, when, and where. P.S. Next week we will be bringing a different dynamic to you, as Husker Huddle brings on a co-host to talk sports! It will be fun!

    Big Ten Drama: Will We Play?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 17:44


    This week I cover ALL the drama that has unfolded over the past week! Yes, it has only been a week. This Big Ten drama is better than a day time soap opera. I also check in on the self-proclaimed insider SirYacht to see if what he is saying holds any water. Be sure to listen to hear my thoughts this week!

    Big Ten Cancelled!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 17:25


    HOT EPISODE ALERT! I am coming in hot this week. The Big Ten just cancelled their season. I give my reaction to that news, what that means for Nebraska this year, and if the Coronavirus Pandemic can trigger another round of conference realignment? You will definitely not want to miss this week's episode!

    Big Ten East Power Rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 18:10


    Last week I broke down the Big Ten West. This week I head East for the Big Ten East Power Rankings! Does Michigan have a break through year? Is Justin Fields going to lead Ohio State to the CFP? Was Indiana a fluke in 2019? All that and more is discussed in this week's episode!

    Big Ten West Power Rankings!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 18:37


    This week I provide my insights and projections for the 2020 season in regards to the Big Ten West division. Tune in to see my thoughts on where our beloved Huskers land. You may be surprised! Be sure to tune back in next week for my Big Ten East power rankings, as well!

    Big Ten Conference Only and 5 Breakout Players

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 16:11


    This week I discuss my thoughts on Big Ten's decision to move to conference only and what i think that means for Nebraska's schedule. Also, as promised, I give you my 5 Huskers poised for a breakout year in 2020!

    Negative Ned - 3 Reasons to Pump the Brakes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 12:58


    This week Negative Ned shows up to replace Positive Pete from last week. I discuss my top 3 reasons for pause heading into the 2020 campaign. Its ALLLL in the details!

    Back and Better than Ever!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 17:50


    After a LONG hiatus, Husker Huddle is BACK to talk Husker football! This week I discuss what the options look like for a Coronavirus laden football season. Will there be a season? Will there be fans? What will the schedule entail? I also lay out my top 3 reasons for optimism heading into this season.

    Coronavirus Can Kiss My Asterisk!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 10:45


    This week we talk about the devastating effects the Coronavirus has had on the sporting world. How much do sports mean to us as a society? What has the Coronavirus taught us about sports places in our lives? I cover everything from Nebraska spring sports shutting down to Rudy Gobert's irresponsible behavior.

    Nebrasketball Attrition & BattleHawks Forget How to Fly

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 17:37


    Apparently, I am "Get off my lawn" guy this week! I give my takes on various topics including: Nebraska basketball potential offseason attrition and who I think is going to be STAYING, why fans need to chill on twitter, Nebraska football spring practice and QB competition, and why fans should accept any result, and the St. Louis BattleHawks played their worst game of the year! Can they bounce back? All this is discussed in this week's episode!

    JD Rowing the Boat? BattleHawks Slay Dragons

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 15:23


    In this week's episode, we talk JD Spielman's absence from the Huskers this spring. Will he be back in a Husker uniform? Nebrasketball setting all types of records...for the wrong reason. Is this a sign of things to come? AND, the St. Louis BattleHawks fight out a tough one in the Dome. DC is on the docket next week. Can they continue their winning ways?

    State of the Huskers Address and Battlehawks Home in the Dome

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 18:35


    This week I have the painful discussion of the current state of Husker football, basketball, and baseball. What has caused the long period of suckage? What program will have notable success first? Also, the St. Louis Battlehawks played their first home game at the Dome! What an ELECTRIC crowd. I breakdown the game and give my prediction for week 4! And Finally, there is already a player in the XFL that had college eligibility left. I discuss Kenny Robinson's situation and what is means for NCAA/XFL.

    Bolt Era Begins and Battlehawks Blown No-Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2020 17:45


    This week we get to talk BASEBALL! Will Bolt and the Huskers took on Baylor last weekend and I will give you my full breakdown of how our Huskers performed and what my thoughts are for the season! We will also dive into more of the XFL! St Louis Battlehawks will be my primary point of focus this season as DPE and Brandon Reilly are on their roster. This last weekend saw XFL referees change the course of a game! I will dissect that blown NO-call. And the Football team was ranked 22nd in the ESPN FPI rankings. I debate where that stands in my completely (not at all) logical fandom test.

    The Re-Birth of the XFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 19:59


    On this week's episode, I breakdown the ups, downs, and in-betweens of XFL week 1, potential future competition for players between the XFL and NCAA, and try to wade through the mess that is Nebraska basketball. Fred Hoiberg will get this turned around...but when? I will give you my reasons for optimism heading into next basketball season.

    Huskers in the XFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 15:47


    This week I breakdown the phenomenal comeback by Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in Super Bowl 54 and how this win solidifies Andy Reid as a Hall Of Fame coach. I also touch base on a new rule proposal by Big Ten AD's that would allow immediate eligibility. Is it good or bad? Also, we discuss the upcoming XFL season and Huskers on specific rosters. FOOTBALL IS NEVER OVER!!!

    Rest In Peace Mamba

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 17:33


    This week Husker Huddle takes a look at more of a national perspective. I discuss the previous week of Nebrasketball, preview and predict the score of Super Bowl 54 between the Chiefs and 49ers, and pay our respects to one of the greatest basketball players of all time in Kobe Bryant. I give my 3 top moments of his legendary career and get a little "deep", as well. RIP Mamba

    Matt Lubick Officially Hired!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 15:43


    This week, we are able to FINALLY put to bed most of the coaching carousel rumors. Matt Lubick was officially named the OC/WR coach for Nebraska. I will give my take on that announcement. I will also discuss the comparison between Patrick Mahomes and Adrian Martinez. Where does Martinez need to improve to get on that level? And last, but not least, Nebrasketball! I will discuss recent and upcoming games and let you know why this season is NOT lost.

    1995 Nebraska Vs. 2019 LSU: Who Ya Got?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2020 18:40


    It is a sad day as college football is officially over for the year. On this week's episode I recap the National Championship between LSU and Clemson, make the comparison between 2019 LSU and 1995 Nebraska (it is closer than you might think), discuss the rollercoaster Nebrasketball season, and discuss the rumor mill in regards to coaching changes.

    No Mo' Mo and Coaching Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 17:38


    This week I discuss the dismissal of Maurice Washington from the Husker football team, Coach Dewitt taking a new position, rumors of other coaching movement, and I break down the Nation Championship game between LSU and Clemson.

    New Year New Nebraska!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2020 15:34


    This week I discuss the start of Nebrasketball conference play and what to expect, Bob Diaco headed to Purdue, provide my picks for the New Year's Bowl games to watch, plus break down the College Football Playoff National Championship game between LSU and Clemson. Happy New Year everyone!

    Miami is Scum: Signing Day Review and Bowl Season Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2019 17:29


    This week I discuss Nebrasketball's roller coaster of a season (beating Purdue and losing to North Dakota), Signing Day review (including the Jaiden Francois drama), and break down the next week's Bowl Games to Watch! You won't want to miss the Miami Hurricane bashing this week!

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