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"What's a good season for Nebraska football in 2025?" It's a question Josh and Jack have wondered about all offseason. On this episode, they try to define it.Josh presents four things he's looking at to happen; win total, record vs. rivals, a "couch-burning" win, and vibes going into November. Jack adds a category of his own; one-score success. They discuss it all six weeks from week zero!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh goes through games 40-31 before he dives in a bit deeper with Jack. Ohio State, Oklahoma, and Iowa all show up multiple times; what is it about those games that caused them to end up in this spot? Plus, what do they remember about each of the ten all these years later?Watch the second half of the episode on the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Jack and Josh start the podcast by diving into the local story of the week; Scott Frost's words at Big 12 Media Days. They discuss why it resonated with them like it did and why it seems to land so differently to various parts of the fanbase and why this isn't going away. They also unpacked Jack's first-ever column for HuskerMax.They finish the podcast by taking questions from their subscribers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipWe finally got an expert to answer your Volleyball 101 questions! Former Husker setter and VCNebraska Director Maggie Griffin takes us through the evolving club scene and recruiting process, when to run a 6-2, how early should a player settle into a position, how do you make sure your kid doesn't end up hating volleyball, and how John Cook once ruined her Thanksgiving. Volleyball State is brought to you by Alumni Hall, where Husker fans shop for all the top brands in Nebraska merchandise. Mention Volleyball State to save 15% or use promo code VOLLEYBALLSTATE when shopping online at alumnihall.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The paywall has been removed! Josh and Jack relive one of the more glorious wins (first halves?) in recent Husker memory when they turn on the DOMINATING win by Matt Rhule and the Cornhuskers in the second game of the 2024 season. How did things go so right in the first half? What the hell went wrong in the second? And should it tell us anything about the program moving into year three? All that and more!Watch this episode on YouTube!Video edited by Matt Callaway.Want to watch future Be Kind Husker Rewind episodes with Josh, Jack, and the I-80 Club the night they record? Want bonus episodes, access to Volleyball State, and more? Become a Patron today and get all the I-80 Club has to offer! patreon.com/i80club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the Groin Kick Chronicles, Josh goes through the ten games that are in this batch before welcoming Jack onto the pod to dive deeper. They discuss the two Iowa games to show up on the list, Ohio State's blowout wins, and potential comebacks that are thwarted.Watch the second half of the episode on the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack welcome friend and colleague Mike'l Severe to the I-80 Club to discuss The Video, media in 2025, why he's bullish on Nebraska football, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!On a special bonus edition of the Groin Kick Chronicles, Josh and Jack look back at the first game that wasn't of the Scott Frost era. They remember the offseason that led up to September 1st and the vibes that surrounded the fanbase ahead of the game before it was ultimately cancelled. Had the game been played, would it have changed things? And either way, where would this game rank on the list of groin kicks if we could give it a proper score? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Jaylen Reyes returns to the show for the first time since Season 1 to discuss the transition to new head coach Dani Busboom Kelly, NU's newcomers, plus a little about the recruiting process. Also, a look at Team USA bouncing back in the Volleyball Nations League and a gold medal for the U19's at the Pan Am Cup.Watch this episode on YouTube!Volleyball Stats is now sponsored by Alumni Hall, where Husker fans shop for all the top brands in Nebraska merchandise. Mention Volleyball State to save 15% or use promo code VOLLEYBALLSTATE when shopping online at alumnihall.comTo get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!We're going back into the VAULT! In this episode, Mike'l Severe and Josh Peterson join Jack Mitchell for an early podcast in the first season run of the Jack Mitchell Podcast. It's a wide-ranging conversation, featuring stories from Mike'l's career, what led him to Omaha, and his first run at 1620 the Zone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Mitchell declares that FOOTBALL SEASON is finally here! On his mind are the various preseason magazines and predictions he's seeing surrounding the Huskers. With no position groups listed in the top ten around the country, why does the national media still expect a year three bump? Him and Josh Peterson unpack all of that and try to find players and position groups they believe in for the 2025 season.Watch this episode on YouTube!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Peterson runs down the losses from 60-51 before he welcomes Jack Mitchell to the podcast to dive into the games. It features the memorable end to the Mike Riley/Shawn Eichorst era, Minnesota beating Nebraska in a myriad of ways, and Jonathan Taylor bookending his career against Nebraska with a couple 200+ yard rushing days.Watch this episode on YouTube!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to here for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!After two weeks apart, the guys are back together for a Chat Sack edition of I-80 LIVE! After a recap of the debut of the Groin Kick Chronicles, they dive into questions regarding Jack's recent Walk of Shame, guests they'd like to interview, the best wins of the Groin Kick Era, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh and Jack go into the vault for one of the first episodes of Be Kind Husker Rewind! In honor of the Groin Kick Chronicles, and the 2018 Ohio State game coming in at 62nd in the rankings, they've released an old episode they thought they had lost about one of the biggest moral victory losses of the last decade. Plenty from this has assuredly aged terribly, but that's ok! 2019 didn't go how anyone wanted it to.For more from the first two episodes Groin Kick Chronicles, including rankings info, graphics, and highlights, go to Huskermax.com: Prologue. 70-61. Want access to bonus episodes of the I-80 Club, including everything from Volleyball State? Become a Patron today for just $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh welcomes his 1620 the Zone colleague, Matt McMaster, to the Saturday Morning Coffee Show for his I-80 Club debut! They dive into Nebraska football and the 2025 season, in particular Josh's recent HuskerMax column about reasons to doubt the Huskers can take the next step in 2025. In order, they tackle:Are we sure Dylan Raiola can take the next step? (10:56)How much regression should be baked into the defensive cake? (21:21)Are there difference makers on offense or defense? (33:03)Is the schedule as light as it seems on paper? (46:23)Can Nebraska finally close games out? (55:10)Plus, why 2025 needs to be a setup year to buy into Nebraska in 2026, special teams, and so much more!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Peterson gives a list of the "most palatable" losses of the last decade before discussing each of the bottom ten with Jack Mitchell. Why were there so many Illinois and Ohio State games in this episode? How big of a surprise was it seeing that game at number 69? Or 66? They dive into it all with a tease to the next batch of games.Watch the second part of the episode on YouTube!Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for highlights from each game, Groin Kick Ratings, and so much more.The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.For more from the I-80 Club, including access to next week's episode, bonus episodes, and more, subscribe to the Patreon for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80clubThe Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Groin Kick Chronicles, a mathematical ranking of Nebraska's last 70 losses, from the 2014 Holiday Bowl against USC all the way to the 2024 loss in Iowa City vs. the Hawkeyes!Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell introduce their project and discuss why they decided to undertake such an idea, what the purpose of this is, and how they went about ranking the last 70 losses for Husker football.Want more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles? Head to HuskerMax.com for breakdowns of all seven categories, highlights, and more.Watch the second part of the podcast here!The Groin Kick Chronicles were recorded at the Omaha Conservatory of Music. Script by Josh Peterson.Score, engineering, and production by Ian Aeillo.Video production by Ian Aeillo and Mike Stibbs.Special thanks to Matt Connolly, Eric Reidelbach, Jordan Schmidt, and the I-80 Club for their input on putting together the formula that became the Groin Kick Rating.For more from the I-80 Club, including access to next week's episode, bonus episodes, and more, subscribe to the Patreon for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80clubTo see highlights, lowlights, and Groin Kick Ratings for each and every game, head to HuskerMax.com!The Groin Kick Chronicles are an I-80 Club original podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the eve of the first Groin Kick Chronicles episodes, a look back at how it all started: During the postgame show following Nebraska's loss to USC in November, Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson discussed the game. Jack laid out reasons the loss had all the hallmarks of a loss befitting of the era.And idea was born.The Groin Kick Chronicles premieres on Thursday, June 19th. For more from the series, become a Patron today: patreon.com/i80club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Omaha is at the center of the messy landscape of U.S. pro volleyball. We talk about it with journalist Rose Eveleth who wrote about this for Defector in early June. We also detail Nebraska's 2027 recruiting class, which filled up in a hurry this week. Plus, a quick look at Team USA trying to bounce back in Week 2 of the Volleyball Nations League.You can find Rose's story "The Battle for Professional Volleyball Has Officially Begun" here.Watch the episode here!To get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the first ever episode of the Jack Mitchell Podcast! As a special bonus episode, here's Jack's conversation with Josh + friend of the I-80 Club Mike Schaefer that was recorded in 2019. Jack welcomes them to the pod to talk about their somewhat unlikely friendship that had developed, discuss being a fan and a media member, talk about how their public personas differ from their private ones, and play a round of Truth or Card!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipThe college season is two months away! What else are we doing but looking at early Final Four contenders? We break down our favorites to reach Kansas City in December with key returners, big losses, and the ever-present transfer portal. Plus, a few dark horse picks to keep an eye on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack relive one of the more glorious wins (first halves?) in recent Husker memory when they turn on the DOMINATING win by Matt Rhule and the Cornhuskers in the second game of the 2024 season. How did things go so right in the first half? What the hell went wrong in the second? And should it tell us anything about the program moving into year three? All that and more!Video edited by Matt Callaway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a preview of the upcoming Groin Kick Chronicles, Jack and Josh start another weekend pod by diving into the latest news surrounding college sports; players can now get paid by universities. What does it mean for things moving forward? Is it actually solving the problem? And will it hurt or help college sports?They also discuss the Nebraska camp scene and their lack of interest in it. Plus, Trayvis Hunter? It's the Saturday Morning Coffee Show!Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack dive into all the proposed changes coming to CFB and try to figure out:Is it good for the sport?Is it good for Nebraska?Does any of this matter?Plus, some talk about the upcoming Groin Kick Chronicles and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh and Jack start the weekend off with their Saturday staple, which is now free for all! They begin the pod by diving into the news about kickoff times, which leads to Jack being triggered by the notion that Nebraska needs to "earn" good kickoff times. Do people believe that? Are they right? They dive into it all. (6:56) Later, they unpack Josh's recent HuskerMax column and his reasons to be excited for the 2025 Huskers. Where is he right and does too much of the Emmett Johnson hype rely on the offensive line? Plus, what would a list of "five reasons to doubt the 2025 Huskers" look like? (40:45) They finish the episode with a little Husker baseball talk.Did you enjoy the episode? To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack kick off the I-80 Club Summer Tour with their first ever draft! Mike Schaefer and John Bishop join them to pick 28 games, one each from the Tom Osborne, Frank Solich, Bill Callahan, Bo Pelini, Mike Riley, and Matt Rhule eras. They each have their own strategy. How well did it work? Find out as they figure out which of the four has the best roster of games! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!It was a weird day for Husker Twitter. Josh tries to explain it all to Jack in a way that makes sense for those who did and didn't have context. Why are national people bothered by Rhule? Does it make sense for so much conversation to be there about a coach that's gone 12-13 at his school?Then, they discuss the in-state recruiting discussion that's been making its way around the Club lately with the guys trying to figure out how good the room will be, if it's even something they care about, and more.Plus, some more info on the Groin Kick Chronicles project! Jack and Josh are going to take time off this weekend for the holiday. Back with the I-80 Club Summer Tour next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.It's the 60th Episode Spectacular! We talk with Erik Sullivan, the new head coach of the U.S. Women's National Team on his first head coaching job at the international level, program identity, the challenges of international play and more. Plus, the Huskers go overseas to add Italian opposite Virginia Adriano, retired John Cook serves up tea, and an expanded Devaney Center will come with a higher price tag for ticket holders.Watch the episode here!To get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson get another weekend kicked off on their Saturday staple! They start the podcast by talking about the ten-year anniversary of Jack's father passing away and how he's handled the grief of the last ten years, as well as this week.This leads into a transition into the Groin Kick Era of Husker football and Nebraska's win total of 7.5 for the 2025 season. They lay out arguments for why the over could finally be the play, as well as reasons it isn't in the cards, including the swing games on the schedule and more.They finish the pod with more info on their summer schedule and what's to come! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a wild week on the internet, Josh and Jack get together to discuss reaction to Josh's HuskerMax column on Scott Frost, why it struck such a nerve with people, and what stood out to him.Jack opines on the discourse, with thoughts on those that went after Josh and the specific critique that said "don't write/talk about Frost anymore." This will shock some; he disagreed.They finish the pod with announcements on their big summer plans and all that's to come!Want access to all our big summer episodes? Become a patron today for access to those, Volleyball State bonus episodes, and more! patreon.com/i80club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!After months of hemming and hawing, Josh and Jack dive into the big thing they have cooking for this summer, get advice from subscribers on how to handle it, and so, so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson open up the podcast to their subscribers, taking questions about the Nebraska athletics department, Matt Rhule's seat warmth, which coach could get fired next, and more. Plus, what they like and dislike most about being in the limelight and the floor and ceiling of Nebraska's 2025 team.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Lincoln and Jeff talk with Nebraska volleyball legend and anime enthusiast Sarah Pavan about her playing career and her own podcast, "VolleyTalk with Sarah Pavan." Plus, Penn State grabs a coveted transfer, some wrap-up thoughts on the Huskers post-spring, and a preview of the PVF Championship.Watch this episode on YouTube and be sure to subscribe to the I-80 YouTube channel for more episodes, clips, and so much more.To get more from Volleyball State, including ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a subscriber of the I-80 Club Volleyball State tier today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipWith half of us live in Ord, Lincoln and Jeff recap Nebraska' four-set sweep of the Jackrabbits. Freshman Campbell Flynn impressive setting the whole match. Nebraska's middles dominate again. Lots of options at pin hitter and back row. Can it be August yet? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack start another weekend by talking about fandom, message boards, and going down memory lane with how they've taken in sports online over the last 20+ years.Then, they get into the Unsportsmanlike Conduct Husker Expectations Poll question and try to figure out where these optimists are within Husker fandom and why none of them seem to listen to the I-80 Club.They finish the pod with reasons for optimism in 2025 plus some announcements about the summer inside the I-80 Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack and Josh open this week's podcast like they always do: By talking about books, libraries, and starting a book club and/or book podcast inside the I-80 Club. (2:51)After that, they get into the news of the day: Nebraska won't be adding a running back, at least not yet, to fill out the room. Why is this the case? Does Matt Rhule know something we don't? And if that room isn't better, what does it mean for the rest of the roster? (17:49)They finish the pod by talking about the pressure on Dylan Raiola, the Nebraska pxp gig, and more! (39:19)Did you enjoy the episode? To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.The first-ever episode of Volleyball Late! Lincoln and Jeff break down the Huskers' first look under Dani Busboom Kelly. Mostly, we pick our jaws up off the floor after Andi Jackson and Ryan Hunter put them there. Nebraska unveils some new hitter routes and showcases a crop of talented freshmen to go along with veteran middles who put up big numbers.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!After a crazy night in the NFL Draft, Jack and Josh kick off the pod with plenty of thoughts on Shedeur Sanders' falling and falling, all the way out of the first, second, and third rounds. Why has this happened? How has this happened? Is the juice worth the squeeze for him? And where could he still end up?Then, they turn their attention to the HUSKER GAMES and what, if anything, Jack will be watching for on Saturday at the stadium.Finally, Jack's son Johnny stops by with a boots on the ground report of what he got at the garage sale! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh and Jack are back together for the first time in over a week and do so on the night of the 2025 NFL Draft! They take it all in, give takes on the suits and fashion of the draftees, and give many, many takes on the players and teams on their TVs.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh is out of town so Jack takes over solo, and he's been reading up! He's getting ready for the Big Ten and Big Picture CFB SZN, so he gives you an audio version of the old-school preseason magazine, including: Consensus preseason ratings for the nation, Big Ten, and Nebraska opponents.Best players in the conference and nation.Big ten schedule analysis.Roster turnover within the Big Ten, plus, another huge crop of brand new quarterbacks.Former Huskers: Where are they now?Who would you identify as Nebraska's three best players coming to feature in a season preview? Plus, thoughts on the sort-of reborn Spring Game and a quick look at the Nebrasketball incoming transfer class. How does it compare to 2024 and what's left to fill? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a football-heavy pod in mid-April! Josh and Jack go down a long and winding road of looking back at the last decade of Husker football, offensive futility, and how players haven't lived up to expectations in recent years. Why has this been the case? Who has matched or exceeded expectations?They unpack it all and then try to find the players that could exceed expectations in 2025. Are they any obvious names?This leads into a final big picture discussion about Emmett Johnson and why they find themselves so bullish on his 2025 season.To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.The guys talk with Nebraska's new coach on taking over her dream job, how long has she had her eye on John Cook's successor, and how it went down. They also discuss what we can we expect from Nebraska's style of play, assistant coaching roles, and why Nebraska will never play another spring match on Derby Day. Plus, LOVB Omaha reaches the league championship match, the Supernovas clinch a PVF playoff berth and John Cook's name goes on the arena he never wanted (until he did).To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Jack and Josh start another weekend with coffee, Husker talk, and reaction to the latest news!They start by look at the Nico Iamaleava holdout at Tennessee and what kind of fit they think he could find elsewhere. This later turns into a discussion where they try to figure out which schools need (and could afford) a QB like Nico as well as some random trash talk about Wisconsin in 2025.Then, they dive into the meat of the pod: The Husker Football Grid! Great players, average players, and bad players that are loved, hated, and have split-support from the Husker fans. Some categories are easy! Others, not so much. Play along and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After years of demand, Jack and Josh finally get around to watching one of the most enjoyable games of the 21st century for Nebraska football: The Huskers' destruction of the Wildcats on a Thursday night in 2010. They discuss Taylor Martinez's memorable night, the players they loved remembering from that era, and so much more!Watch this episode on YouTube!To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode of the new Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club! To hear the entire pod, subscribe today: https://www.patreon.com/i80club/membershipSubscriber-Only Show! We talk with Matt Brown, publisher of Extra Points, on the changing economic landscape of college sports, the House settlement, the future of revenue sharing, and how it could affect volleyball.Plus, Kirsten Bernthal Booth's shocking departure from Creighton, the LOVB postseason is here, and TV sees a big future in volleyball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack and Kaleb get together for an unplanned impromptu After Nebrasketball after the Huskers win The Crown! They discuss what it does and doesn't mean, if this team's fanbase is using this as a pretext to dismiss this season's failures, or if the voices from outside the fanbase are beating down a straw man. Plus, what worked this week that didn't throughout the year and what next year might look in light of what the team showed in Vegas. For more content like this, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club | For more on Husker sports, visit huskermax.com | And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack start another weekend with a bunch of different topics, including:Rumors about a departing player on the football roster.Interest (or lack thereof) in the rev-share that's coming to college sports.Jack's dislike of the current NIL structure vs. Josh's ambivalence.Then, they dive into the big discussion of the week: Putting together a time capsule for the 2025 football season. They look all around for questions that need to be answered to tell the story of the season, including Dylan Raiola, Dana Holgorsen, Mike Ekeler, the #2 running back, and the entire defensive side of the ball.They finish the pod with a little hoops news and a tiny, tiny preview of The Crown! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of Volleyball State's latest episode! To hear the entire podcast, subscribe to Volleyball State on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods! Also, watch it on YouTube here.Lincoln and Jeff talk with long-time Nebraska Director of Volleyball Operations Lindsay Peterson about how her job has changed over the years and adjusting from John Cook to Dani Busboom Kelly. Plus, the Omaha Supernovas are surging while LOVB Omaha's struggles continue. What we're looking to see as NU's spring indoor practice starts and some tough injury news for one of the Huskers' Big Ten challengers.Watch this episode on YouTube!To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Mitchell and Josh Peterson get together in the leadup to Nebraska's second game in THE CROWN to talk... well, lots of things. In particular, they dive into the topic that's taken Husker media by storm this week: Coverage of Husker football. What is too much, why should it be different, and how would that happen?Plus, which Husker media members are the most positive and most negative?They also discuss the 90s Chicago Bulls and comps that era had, Huskers vs. Cowboys in 90s success, the passage of time, and the length of shorts.Did you enjoy the episode? To hear bonus episodes, and get it ad free, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Jack Mitchell's dream: A postgame show... only if Nebraska wins. AND THEY DID IT! Jack and Kaleb discuss the Crown win against Arizona State in terms of what happened on the floor, but mainly they talk about trying to get a comped trip to Vegas and how weird, but still fun this tournament is. Also, they try and figure out who is in this tournament.For more content like this, including bonus episodes, newsletters, and more, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club | For more on Husker sports, visit huskermax.com | And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Jack and Josh kick off the final Saturday in March with some feedback of the podcast! (Former) listener Kenneth is none too happy with the I-80 Club for a variety of reasons. They unpack his critiques and try to do better.They use this as a jumping off point to discuss year three and look for ways the skeptics will be, well, less skeptical, of Matt Rhule and the Husker program. Is it about wins and losses? Vibes? One-score games? They dive into it all.Late in the episode, Josh uses Bill Connelly's SP+ numbers and attempts to put together point spreads for the season. Will Nebraska be favored in more games than expected.All that and more on the Saturday staple! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.