Husker247 Podcast

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down Nebraska's 48-23 win over Maryland that saw the Huskers fall behind early before pulling away in the late third quarter to improve to 5-0 on the season. What did the guys see from all three phases of the game in the win? How do things look for the Big Red going into next week's home matchup with a Top-10 Indiana team? Listen in.

The Husker247 Podcast continues Maryland Week with some Nebraska football injury updates after several starters appeared on Wednesday's Big Ten availability report. What does that potentially mean for the Big Red on Saturday against the Terps? Brian Christopherson and Michael Bruntz then discuss the matchup with Maryland and what Nebraska needs to do to improve to 5-0 on the season before digging in to the Big Ten slate for the weekend.

The Husker247 Hypecast is back and ready for Maryland week as the Huskers look to move to 5-0 on the season and improve to 2-0 in Big Ten play. What have we learned so far about the Huskers through four games? We dive into both sides of the ball and special teams, preview the matchup with Maryland and offer up picks to click and oddly specific predictions that are guaranteed to hit. This week, Connor Happer of 1620 The Zone joins to discuss the matchup between the Terps and Huskers.Listen in. (0:00): Intro(3:26): What do we know about Nebraska? (26:18): Picks to Click(30:46): Oddly Specific Predictions (33:50): Score Predictions

The Tuesday edition of the Husker247 Podcast puts a bow on Nebraska football's win over Michigan State and previews the upcoming matchup with Maryland. Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson will also look at important stats for Nebraska that might carry forward through Big Ten play and players who could carry an out-sized importance for the Big Red the rest of the year.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down Nebraska's 31-13 win over Michigan State in East Lansing. What did the guys see on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball and on special teams? What were key moments in the game? Listen in.

It's a Thursday edition of the Husker247 Podcast, previewing Nebraska's matchup with Michigan State. What are some causes for concern and confidence as the Huskers embark on Big Ten play this weekend? Finally, the Nebraska/Michigan State series has produced some memorable games. Which ones stand out from the rest? 0:00: Intro2:53: Causes for concern14:25: Reasons for optimism22:44: Nebraska/Michigan State history

Nebraska embarks on Big Ten play this week with a road matchup at Michigan State. The Husker247 Hypecast gets you ready for the matchup with the Spartans by breaking down the Huskers' progress through non-conference play, keys to the game, picks to click and, of course, oddly specific predictions. This week, Mike Schaefer joins the Husker247 Hypecast to break down everything with the Huskers and Spartans. 0:00: Intro 1:10: Keys to the Game 22:06: Picks to Click 24:58: Oddly-Specific Predictions 29:01: Score Predictions

It's finally the start of Big Ten play and Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss lessons learned from Nebraska's non-conference slate, where improvement is still needed and more. The guys also discuss the Husker running game's readiness for the Big Ten and wildcards for Saturday's matchup at Michigan State.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down Nebraska's win over North Dakota to wrap up non-conference play. Nebraska scored on its first two possessions and took control of the game, pulling away just after halftime. The guys break down each of the phases of the game and what Nebraska showed in its final non-conference tune-up.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson run through a Thursday podcast, discussing Nebraska's future home-and-home with Notre Dame, plus the return on investment so far with the transfer portal class and what's ahead for Nebraska basketball, which learned its schedule on Wednesday.0:00 - Nebraska schedules Notre Dame 16:29 - Transfer Portal additions 24:25 - Nebraska Basketball Big Ten schedule

The Husker247 Hypecast is back to get you ready for Nebraska's week three matchup with North Dakota. What have we learned about the Huskers on offense and defense through two games? What work is there still to do for the Big Red before getting into Big Ten play? We're joined this week by Josh Peterson of 1620 The Zone in Omaha. Listen in!(0:00): Intro(3:19): Nebraska offense(10:29): Nebraska defense(23:10): Picks to Click(25:36): Oddly Specific Predictions(29:30): Score Predictions

It's a Tuesday edition of the Husker247 Podcast, breaking down Anthony Colandrea's start to the season and we play a North Dakota version of Buy or Sell. Listen in!

The Husker247 Postgame Podcast dissects Nebraska's 56-7 win over Bowling Green in Lincoln on Saturday night. Among the topics discussed: quarterback Anthony Colandrea's efficient night while the Husker run game flexes its muscle again. Defensively, Nebraska got linebacker Owen Chambliss back from injury and kept Bowling Green off the field for a good chunk of Saturday's game.

The Husker247 Hypecast is back and previewing Nebraska's matchup with Bowling Green. There was plenty to like in Nebraska's season opening win over Ohio and plenty that needs to be corrected going into week two of the season. We're joined by Grant Hansen of AM 590 WOW in Omaha to offer up picks to click, keys to the game and oddly specific predictions that are always on target. (0:19) - Offense (14:40) - Defense (25:38) - Pick to Click (31:01) - Oddly specific predictions (36:20) - Score prediction time

In today's episode, Brian Christopherson and Michael Bruntz will look at areas where Nebraska can take the biggest step in week two against Bowling Green. We saw Nebraska's run game dominate against Ohio, what can that group do for an encore? Finally, we'll discuss which Nebraska opponent's performance in week one changed our outlook for later in the year. (0:24): Where can Nebraska make biggest jump in week two?(20:44): What can Nebraska running game do for an encore?(30:09): Which Nebraska opponent's week one result changed outlook?

The Husker247 postgame podcast breaks down Nebraska's 49-21 win over Ohio in the season opener. Brian Christopherson and Michael Bruntz of Husker247 discuss what they saw in the opener on offense, defense and special teams and where the Huskers can take the next step following a game that was tight into the third quarter, but ultimately ended in a comfortable Nebraska win.

In a Thursday edition of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss a variety of topics, including noteworthy hot weather games in Husker history and what we can learn in Saturday's opener. The guys also go game-by-game through the 2026 season and predict their outlook for the Huskers.

The Husker247 Hypecast is back for another season and ready to break down Nebraska's season opener with Ohio. Gary Sharp of the Omaha World-Herald joins to discuss what to expect from the Huskers in game one and play a little game of buy and sell. Of course there will be picks to click, oddly specific predictions and score guesses. Tune in! (0:00) : Buy and Sell/Game Preview (27:00) : Picks to Click (29:08) : Oddly specific predictions

Nebraska football released its first depth chart of the 2026 season on Monday and Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the starters on the depth chart, which is heavy on veterans and transfers heading into the start of the season. The guys also discuss the debut of five-star quarterback commit Trae Taylor at Millard South and offer some initial thoughts on Saturday's matchup with Ohio.0:00 : Breaking down the depth chart19:47 : Trae Taylor's debut30:01 : Previewing Nebraska and Ohio

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson are back with another Husker247 Podcast. With the season opener nearly one week away, the guys discuss X-factors across the roster for the Big Red. The guys also discuss what the outlook could be for the Husker defense in coordinator Rob Aurich's first year at the helm. Listen in.(0:40): X-factors for the Big Red in 2026(22:55): How good can Nebraska's defense be in 2026?(31:15): Taking listener questions

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the news of the week, including where things stand with the sellout streak and might Nebraska's future non-conference schedules get an update? In the back half of the podcast, the guys discuss Nebraska's quarterback spot and whether the Big Red is better at quarterback this season than in 2025. Listen in.

It's a Thursday edition of the Husker247 Podcast. Nebraska rolls into the third week of fall camp and while there are some positions where there appears to be plenty of depth (offensive line, wide receiver) there are others where Nebraska still needs to find it before the season opener with Ohio. In the back half of the podcast, the guys take listener questions, including what could be seen during the non-conference slate that would change the perception of the season, and where the sell out streak stands with time ticking away. Listen in. (0:00): Intro(6:27): Where the Huskers have depth(17:37) : Where Nebraska needs more depth (28:53) : Answering listener questions

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down what they saw during Tuesday's open practice period in Lincoln. What stood out about Nebraska's skill position players, the offensive line and more. The guys then get into an offensive lineman making a move this fall and hit on other topics from fall camp.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down Nebraska's safety spot and where that group stacks up among the strongest Husker position groups, with names to know after hearing from safeties coach Tyler Yelk. The guys then discuss a pair of overlooked names at tight end and defensive tackle — more importantly, who can rise to enter the mix in the defensive tackle rotation. Lastly, where does Nebraska football stand in the college football conversation nationally? How can the Huskers elbow their way back into the national psyche?

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss the open practice period from Tuesday's practice. What they saw, who stood out and what we learned from Nebraska football's defensive coaches and players after Tuesday's practice.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down position battles to know as fall camp gets underway this week in Lincoln. Who emerges at the running back spot? Are we talking enough about tight end? What will happen at cornerback? Listen in.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson run through what they learned during Nebraska Football's local media day on Tuesday. What's standing out on both the offensive and the defensive side on the eve of fall camp, which gets underway Wednesday? Listen in.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 are back from the Windy City and Nebraska's stay at Big Ten Media Days. The start of fall camp is still a few days off, but the guys break down what they learned on both sides of the ball from Matt Rhule and the Husker players, including storylines that are going to dominate fall camp. Listen in.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 get you ready for this week's Big Ten Media Days in Chicago. The guys break down the cleveland.com poll that has the Huskers in the middle tier of the Big Ten pecking order. What are some potential storylines to come out of Nebraska's Thursday appearance and much more.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss factors for how Nebraska can run past preseason predictions. With fall camp beginning at the start of August, what does Nebraska need to do on offense, defense and special teams to take the next step as a program against a difficult schedule?

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 dive into ESPN's FPI win percentage chances for each of Nebraska's games in the 2026 season. Two big stretches exist for the Huskers between matchups against a trio of Top 5 teams. Can Nebraska win the coin flips on their schedule? The guys also discuss a few players who missed the spring because of injury that will figure in the two-deep conversation at the start of call camp. Listen in.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the addition of former Penn State running back Tykee Hayes and what it means for the Huskers' running back room in 2026. The guys discuss Hayes' time at Penn State and how he fits into a relatively young group in Lincoln. In the second segment the guys discuss one offseason basketball power ranking and where the Huskers fit into the overall picture in the Big Ten this season.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson are back with another episode of the Husker247 Podcast. The guys discuss the unfolding Most Indispensable Huskers list, plus get into some conversation about Rienk Mast's performance in the NBA Summer League, as well as how Nebraska Baseball fared in the weekend's MLB Draft.

Nebraska football's 2027 recruiting class picked up a huge addition Monday with the commitment of four-star wide receiver Khalil Taylor over Penn State, Colorado and others. The guys break down what Taylor adds to the Husker class and where he can help early in his Husker career. In the second half of Tuesday's podcast, the guys break down the last six weeks of Nebraska's work on the recruiting trail, where the Huskers added 15 commitments, forming the backbone of the 2027 class. Listen in.

The Husker247 Daily rolls on in the football offseason, discussing the start to the Most Indispensable Huskers list for 2026. Does this year's group have more depth? Who just missed out on the list? In the second half of the segment, the guys discuss memories of the players in a loaded Nebraska Football Hall of Fame class that includes Lavonte David, Cory Ross, and the late Sam Foltz.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss a range of topics during Tuesday's Husker247 Daily. The guys discuss Nebraska's running back picture following the arrest of Mekhi Nelson in Florida. Brian also offers up a mid-summer Nebraska basketball update, with comments on some of the Husker newcomers and one who had stood out in summer workouts. Finally the guys discuss the news that former Nebraska athletic director Shawn Eichorst is being targeted as the potential athletics director at Wisconsin and how his tenure at Nebraska didn't work.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss members of the 2026 Nebraska football team who might not be getting as much public run this offseason, but might have plenty to say in the 2026 season. It's also almost time for the annual most indispensable Huskers list and the guys discuss reasons why this year's list is more wide open than those in the past.

The NCAA is set to make a monumental eligibility change this week, moving to allowing athletes five years of eligibility in five seasons. What does that mean for roster construction going forward? How can Nebraska benefit from the change and what does it potentially mean for seniors on this year's roster?

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down a busy week around Husker athletics. The guys recap a pair of 7-on-7 tournaments, including the Battle of the Boneyard from Saturday. Nebraska football picked up a pair of commitments and has a few prospects set for July decisions. Finally, a discussion of Nebraska football's big uniform reveal and what stands out about what the Huskers will be wearing in 2026.

Nebraska recruiting keeps rolling and picked up another commitment on Tuesday evening from California defensive back Jailen Hill. Hill pushes Nebraska to 19 commitments in the 2027 class and adds to an impressive recruiting haul so far for defensive backs coach Addison Williams. What does Hill bring to the table, and what does the picture look like at the defensive back spot for the Huskers in 2026?

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down another busy weekend of recruiting for Husker Football, which saw Nebraska add commitments from wide receiver Justyn Lindsay and linebacker Caleb Green. What's still on the table for Nebraska in terms of recruiting decisions and what's ahead for the final visit weekend of June? Listen in.

Nebraska Football closed a strong opening weekend of the June recruiting calendar and is poised for another strong weekend in Lincoln with multiple top targets scheduled to get in town for official visits. Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down who is slated to be in town and where things stand for the group. The guys also discuss Trae Taylor's five-star bump and another defensive line commitment for the Blackshirts.