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Kyle Crooks sits down with head coach Matt Rhule prior to the Huskers road matchup with Penn State. Topics include the season of Emmett Johnson, the continued improvement of TJ Lateef, the keys to victory against the Nittany Lions, and much more.

A busy morning of recruiting news on the Nebraska football beat on Wednesday as 2026 quarterback Dayton Raiola decommits from Nebraska's recruiting class. What it means for the Huskers' quarterback picture and where things go in the future. Also, long-time Nebraska defensive back commit Danny Odem earned his fifth star in the latest 247Sports recruiting rankings updates. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Stool is concerned that the Husker Online team is sharing rooms and restrooms at the AirBnB in State College….can you confirm there will be no bunk beds this weekend? Nebraska is 7-3 and Penn State is 4-6, yet the Nittany Lions are a 9.5 point underdog…is that justifiable to you or a little odd? Can Nebraska stop the run vs. Penn State? And can the offense cause problems for their defense under Lateef?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Crooks is joined by Troy Dannen in studio for his monthly Athletic Director's Show on Sports Nightly to chat about the current state of Husker athletics. Director of Sports Psychology Brianna Ward also joins the show to talk about the importance of investment into mental health in the current landscape of college athletics.

Jessica Coody and Jeremiah Sirles are back to preview the matchup with Penn State, but first breaking news Sirles got a deer! Sirles talks the benefits of a late bye week especially for the older players to get recuperated for the final two big games, Sirles talks game planning with TJ Lateef heading into his second start, he dives into how the defense can contain the Penn State run game, the importance of physicality up front in this kind of matchup, Sirles gives his keys to a Husker victory and much more!

Husker Nation showed out in a big way this weekend—packing the house in LA for volleyball and turning Sioux Falls into Lincoln North for basketball. From coast to coast, the Big Red faithful keep proving they're the most passionate fanbase in college sports. We'll break down the wins, the atmospheres, and what this national momentum means moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan preview Penn State (4-6, 1-6) vs Nebraska (7-3, 4-3) this Saturday at 7pm ET on NBC! The Nittany Lions look to keep their bowl hopes alive after scoring their first Power 4 win of the year against Michigan State. Can the White Out atmosphere on Senior Day help topple Matt Rhule and the Huskers? Also, the guys react to Virginia Tech hiring former PSU head coach James Franklin, and Penn State's ongoing head coach search. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you get your podcasts. Please subscribe, turn on notifications, comment, rate us, and like us! Become a member of our YouTube channel NOW and enjoy commercial-free episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb0ZP5t5_LbXV66Odp6BuOA/join       FanDuel – Make Every Moment More!   www.fanduel.com For official STATE of STATE merchandise, visit Blue White Outfitters at https://www.athlete-ecosystem.com/search?q=%22state+of+state%22&options%5Bprefix%5D=last       Music created by Matty Fresh #weare #pennstate #collegefootball Follow us on X and Instagram @stateofstatepod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Robin shares his experience at The Pentagon for Nebrasketball, the remainder of the non-con for the Huskers, and we ask THE question on everyone's mind today.

Dayton Raiola decommits from Nebraska, we ask what the implications are for him, The Raiola Family, and the Huskers.

Big Red Wrap-Up takes a closer look at what preparations the Huskers are working on going into the huge game at Penn State Original Air Date: 11/18/2025

Nick and Former Husker LB Bo Ruud discuss what Huskers are in Da Club, TJ Lateef, Emmett Johnson's looming decision, preview Penn State and more!Subscribe, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter OR NickBahe.comHurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt likes his Nascar announcers very southern and we ponder what if the voice of the Huskers were Cajun.

Matt states his case for how the Huskers could be in the CFP conversation.

In Tuesday's version of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the recent history between Nebraska and Penn State, which has featured a fair amount of Husker success. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Coody sits down with assistant coach and recruiting coordinator Jaylen Reyes to recap the West Coast road trip for Nebraska Volleyball, how the team responded to losing the first set of B1G conference play, what impressed him the most about the performance against USC, the record crowds and rock star receptions for the Huskers on the road, Jaylen also breaks down the newest signing class for Husker VB, Gabby Divot, Jayden Robinson and Keoni Williams, he dives into recruiting and the attributes they look for in potential student-athletes and how they put together the class every year, he also talks closing out the regular season with just four matches remaining, celebrating victories but getting better every day, and much more!

We assess how you feel with Nebraska being such a heavy underdog. Connor details the history of the Huskers being a large road underdog.

Austin, Dak, and Hunter discuss the Husker basketball win over Oklahoma in Sioux Falls and then give initial thoughts on Penn State.

We open up the LNK Today Time Capsule and look back on Nov. 1987, ahead of The Game of the Century II between Nebraska and Oklahoma football. Plus Jason Ball of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce stops by to chat about the Lincoln business community. And the Voice of Nebraska Volleyball, John Baylor, chats about the No. 1 Huskers heading into the next-to-last week of the regular season!

Nebraska heads to Beaver Stadium for a sneaky-tough road test against Penn State, and we're breaking down every angle of this matchup. From Emmett Johnson's Heisman buzz to TJ Latif's second start on the road, this episode dives deep into what it'll take for the Huskers to steal one on Senior Day. We open by setting the stage for Nebraska vs Penn State — a game many penciled in as a sure loss back in August, but now feels a lot more winnable. The guys talk about how both teams ended up here, why Penn State has underperformed expectations, and how Nebraska is still right where most expected record-wise…just in a very different way. There's a shout-out to our bye-week crossover with Elijah Herbal, including more Raiola talk, Emmett Johnson hype, coaching staff trajectory, and a big-picture 2026 outlook. From there, we dive into the Penn State defense: heavy third-down blitz looks, surprisingly average conference stats, and key names like Dani Dennis-Sutton and Kobe King in the front seven. Then it's Penn State's offense — the freshman QB, the Allen–Singleton backfield, their middle-of-the-road production, and how Nebraska's run defense and tackling will be stressed. We talk TJ Latif's poise, the O-line's recent improvement in sack protection, and how Emmett Johnson might need another massive day to keep the Huskers on schedule. In the back half, we outline nine custom prop bets for the game (rushing yards, sacks allowed, explosive runs, third-down percentage, missed tackles, and more) and close with score predictions, spread thoughts, and over/under leans. Special teams, punt return yardage, and the Beaver Stadium environment all factor into whether Nebraska can pull off a feel-good road win. ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Penn State game setup 03:45 – Bye-week Huskers talk Recap 04:58 – Penn State defense breakdown & blitz tendencies 07:54 – Penn State offense, run game & freshman QB 14:04 – Nebraska game plan: fast start, run game & environment 17:43 – Tracks shout-out & prop bet explanation 19:05 – Nebraska vs Penn State prop questions (9 props) 37:36 – Final predictions, spread, and over/under

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.

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! Nebraska fights off a scare from UCLA, then dominates USC to move to 26-0. Plus, the SEC, ACC and Big 12 take a step toward getting settled. And are our top national seeds set?Show Sponsors: Alumni Hall, your home for Husker gear and merchandise. Save 15% on your order by mentioning Volleyball State in store or use code VOLLEYBALLSTATE online at https://www.alumnihall.com/nebraska-cornhuskers For the second straight season, the Omaha Supernovas have led the world in pro volleyball attendance — and in 2026, they're raising the bar with new GM John Cook, former Husker star Merritt Beason, and returning star Brooke Nuneviller. Get your 2026 season tickets at https://www.supernovas.com JIV Athletics makes high-performance underwear engineered specifically for volleyball players.

Will Happy Valley be an easy place to play for the Huskers?

In a Monday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson set the table for Nebraska's trip to Penn State to take on the Nittany Lions. The Huskers opened as double-digit underdogs on Sunday, but the opportunity is huge for the Big Red and freshman quarterback TJ Lateef. The Daily ends with discussing Nebraska basketball's 105-99 win over Oklahoma. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No Nebraska football game this weekend put Husker hoops on the forefront---sorry, Bill---but a raucous crowd at the Sanford Pentagon saw an incredible shooting clinic by both teams as Nebraska beat Oklahoma, 105-99 Jake was in attendance for the game and about lost his mind 65 different times….Rienk Mast had a behind-the-back pass to Cale Jacobsen for a 3-pointer…one of 15 made by the Huskers…as fans were treated to an unbelievably fun game  Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We try to get Emmett Johnson a Heisman vote, the B1G Blood Drive, and more as the Huskers try to win various internet polls.

Jack and Kaleb make their season debut and give their initial numbers on the NCAA tournament confidence meter. Then they delve into a wild night in Sioux Falls from Jack's experience in the venue to what changed with Cale Jacobsen from the first half to the second half to why the guys think Rienk Mast will be a nightmare for opposing defenses. Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. For more on Husker sports, head to 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 the Husker Doc Talk Podcast, 2025 – Episode 18 with Travis Justice and Dr. Rob Zatechka, and even though Nebraska had a bye week, there's no shortage of things to talk about. Even without a Nebraska game, Husker football is never off the table. Travis and Rob revisit TJ Lateef's performance against UCLA, why the timing of this bye week might actually be perfect for a true freshman quarterback, and whether fans are about to put unfair expectations on him heading into a night game at Penn State. They also talk about Nebraska–Penn State history, from classic Osborne–Paterno battles to the emotional post-Sandusky trip to Happy Valley. Then it gets big-picture: Do bowl games even matter anymore? Is it time to ditch most bowls and move to a 16, 20, or even 24-team playoff? How has NIL money created more parity and changed who can realistically compete for national titles? That leads directly into the Big Ten private equity conversation. Travis and Dr. Rob break down the proposed multi-billion-dollar deal, why some schools see it as a glorified payday loan, why Michigan and USC reportedly aren't thrilled, and what it could mean for future TV deals, revenue sharing, and the balance of power inside the conference. And yes, Iowa sneaks into the conversation. The guys compare Iowa's recent close losses to ranked teams with Nebraska's own frustrations, and Rob answers a simple question with a complicated history: under a 12-team playoff, how far away is Nebraska from getting in — and does Iowa make it under Kirk Ferentz? Along the way, you'll hear from sponsors like GDEFY shoes, Orr Law Group, and Husker Hounds.    

A Beautiful Weekend of Husker Wins (HOUR 1) November 16th, 2025Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nebraska Husker football bye week episode, Jed, Matt and BJ are joined by Elijah to dig into Emmett Johnson's breakout, Dylan Raiola's mid-season regression, and what a true 2026 CFP-or-bust standard means for the Huskers. It's a full-on state-of-the-program check-in for Nebraska fans heading into the stretch run. The guys open with bye week storylines, Emmett Johnson's usage, and whether his production deserves Heisman chatter, All-Big Ten love, and national recognition. From there, they zoom out on how the staff should build the offense around Emmett in 2025 and what that means for the RB room and portal targets. The conversation shifts to the defense and how Addison Williams and the back end fit into Nebraska's long-term Big Ten title hopes before the crew turns squarely to Dylan Raiola. They break down his mid-season regression in back-to-back years, what's on the coaches vs. what's on the QB, and how much patience is realistic in today's college football. Later, the podcast pivots to 2026 expectations: is it actually College Football Playoff or bust for Matt Rhule by then, and what benchmarks need to be hit in 2024–25 to make that real? The crew closes by sorting through Nebraska's must-keep guys, prove-it dudes, and priority portal positions heading into another massive offseason for the Huskers. Chapters: 0:00 – Bye Week Intro & Husker housekeeping 2:30 – Emmett Johnson breakout & Heisman / All-B1G buzz 12:45 – Emmett's 2025 role: usage, ceiling & NFL vs returning 28:10 – Defense check-in & Addison Williams impact 38:30 – Dylan Raiola mid-season regression (back-to-back years) 52:05 – 2026 Nebraska outlook – CFP or bust? 1:05:40 – Must-keep dudes & portal priorities 1:20:15 – Prove-it guys, listener questions & closing

Cole Stukenholtz & Nate Rohr relive the football win at the Rose Bowl over UCLA, and the performances of Emmett Johnson and TJ Lateef. They also peek ahead to how much more challenging the next two games will be. Matt McMaster, co-host of Gary & Matt on 1620 The Zone in Omaha, joins the conversation about TJ Lateef and how the UCLA game plan could inform future games and teams' roster building. Husker Volleyball is still unbeaten, but they lost a set at UCLA for the first time in 47 sets. Five matches remain before the NCAA Tournament. Men's and women's hoops are both 3-0 and play this weekend, with the men taking on Oklahoma in their toughest test yet. GBR!

Nebraska launched a Heisman campaign for running back Emmett Johnson this week. The junior running back is in the midst of a strong season that has him positioned for potential All-America honors and more. What do the final two games have to look like for Johnson to put him in national award consideration and where does his season stack up against recent Husker greats? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What better time for Marty to make his return to the show than a bye week! We last heard from Marty when the Huskers played Michigan back in September…what's happened to Florida State since then? If Nebraska makes its way to a bowl game in Florida (Tampa or Orlando most likely), will Marty be making the trip? If Mike Norvell is out at Florida State, what's the popular name to replace him from what you're hearing?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We ask Sip if he's taking the hog out, the status of Bill Moos' book, why the Nebraska offense looked so much with TJ Lateef in at QB, and Matt Rhule's comments on "having everything he needs me"

BC has lost his glasses, how often you end up buying food for yourself, whether or not this year's Iowa will end up being the biggest in a while, the portal plan, and the weekend plans on a Husker bye week.

Bryan recaps his evening last night, who is getting offered in the transfer portal (already), how the program is handling JuCo football, and where else we may see the Husker coaching staff this weekend.

The Huskers may have the week off, but we don't! We're breaking down Nebraska's win at UCLA and TJ Lateef's first start. Is there a QB controversy at Nebraska? Kevin Sjuts of 10/11 joins the discussion in hour three!

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.”

Talkin' coffee and the Huskers boat racing the Jays in women's basketball.

The Thursday edition of the Husker247 Daily takes a look at a few position groups that have a couple big months ahead as the Huskers finish out the 2025 season, roll through bowl practices, and then roll through the transfer portal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Coody and Jeremiah Sirles break down the win over UCLA, including TJ Lateef's first start, what he liked about the offensive rhythm and play calling, the play of the Huskers' offensive line, we also talk Emmett Johnson's Heisman campaign and what makes him one of the best running backs in the country, what are the bye week goals this late in the season, deer hunting season is here and much more!

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland recap Nebraska's win over UCLA and discuss how the Huskers can assess what they need out of the transfer portal.

We talk a little bit about coach Rhule's NIL comments on Monday and then talk with Robin!

We discuss shower routines, tackling grades for various Huskers, how good a tackler we'd be, pinball machines, Matt's dating life, and more

A graph out today assesses non-QB runs in college football this season. How much credit does Emmett Johnson get? Does the O-Line and scheme get any credit for the Huskers' big season?

We get a vibe check on the Denver Broncos, the recap of Connor's drive chart, how TJ Lateef has helped Dana Holgorsen, his bowl destination of choice, and more.

Jacob shares his thoughts on last night's Creighton-Nebraska contest, how good the Huskers can be, what to make of the men's game against Gonzaga, how the Jays can rally ahead of The Players Era Festival in Vegas.

Dak, Austin, and Hunter discuss Husker basketball and test their officiating knowledge during the Husker bye week.

We've reached Nebraska's final bye week with quite a buzz around freshman QB TJ Lateef's performance vs. UCLA…looking back at that game, what stood out most to you from Lateef? Matt Rhule is making a push for Emmett Johnson to be in Heisman Trophy consideration…he probably won't get that, but can he beat out Jeremiyah Love for the Doak Walker Award or first-team All-American? What seems like the most likely bowl game for Nebraska at this point? Is there one you personally prefer of the options? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nebraska entered last night's game as 35.5 point favorites vs. Maryland-Eastern Shore, trying to move to 3-0 before they head to Sioux Falls on Saturday for a matchup vs. Oklahoma (who also played last night) We love talking Bracketology here---ESPN's Joe Lunardi put out his ‘early season' Bracketology to which Nebraska is…..First Four Out. As they have been for the duration of time. Time is truly a flat circle. Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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