Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Schaefer

Mike wonders if he should download the newest version of NCAA Football 26, where recruiting stands after the Huskers lose a recruit to Iowa, whether or not the in-state recruiting is an issue for Matt Rhule, and Claude Mpouma's development potential.

We're back from the 4th of July weekend and update you on everything that happened. Plus Tim Hruza stops by to chat about local politics, including Brett Lindstrom announcing his candidacy for the 2nd District House seat. Plus Mike Schaefer of Huskers247 wraps up a busy June of Nebraska Football recruiting!

We saw Schaefer briefly yesterday, and he's back today…is there any validity to ESPN's assessment that Nebraska “whiffed” in June recruiting? Which of the recruits picked up in the last week is the most impressive get for Matt Rhule and Nebraska? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt Rhule has lost 17 straight games to ranked teams…how does he get a pass for that? Also, no game show today so it's Cool Parenting Tips Thursday…what does Bill have for us? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Schaef has the latest recruiting updates. He joins to Grum to break down the recent Husker football commits.

This week Mike Schaefer is joined by Josh Peterson as the two discuss Nebraska football's recruiting momentum and then what 2025 might have in store. Things start with recruiting as the two discuss Nebraska's additions along the offensive line and how the class has gone with a strong June after an icy cold spring.  Then they discuss Nebraska football's offseason, where this team could be sitting heading into Matt Rhule's third year and much more.  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

Schaefer updates us on what should be a big recruiting week for the Huskers, the return of the NCAA Basketball video game, and we discuss iCarly vs Lizzie McGuire.

We open a short week of work by discussing Congressman Don Bacon's decision to not run for re-election. We also chat with Tim Hruza about Bacon's decision and local politics. And we preview a busy week in Husker Football recruiting with Mike Schaefer of Husker247!

- Could he end up a 5-star? Husker247's Mike Schaefer stops by to discuss with Gary and Matt.

Schaef talks some 'Crootin!

Mike takes us through the remainder of the summer calendar, his thoughts on the College World Series, Matt Rhule's weekend with livestock, if we can expect more 2026 recruiting announcements this week, and more!

Cole Stukenholtz & Nate Rohr are back together to talk Nebraska football's big June jump in recruiting. Mike Schaefer from Husker247 joins the guys to chat about the 2026 class and how they're putting a lot of eggs in the 2027 class basket. Cole & Nate also start the summer position previews with the QBs. How much will the season's success be tied to Dylan Raiola's results? Lastly, Dani Busboom Kelly's first recruiting class with HS juniors all made their commitments known, including the #1 overall recruit. Cole & Nate also make their CWS Finals picks. GBR!!

Husker247's Mike Schaefer stops by with a blunt assessment of Nebraska football's offseason recruiting.

Schaef's golfing later today, but first he did work.

Jack is back after his 25-mile Walk of Shame to benefit Mourning Hope on Friday. He wraps up that experience on the show. Plus we chat with Mike Schaefer of Husker247 about Husker football halfway through the quiet month of June!

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.

Schaef stops by with thoughts on Nebraska and Big 10 recruiting.

Greg McElroy says Nebraska could be a fringe Top 10 defense in the country this year…can you agree to that without knowing how the D-line will do without their big losses to the draft/graduation/transfer portal? CWS starts tomorrow in Omaha…is Schaefer as pissed as Bill about Arkansas/LSU playing the first game vs. each other? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It was a huge recruiting weekend for Nebraska, and we know of one commitment so far (Rex Waterman)…what's his scouting report and who might be next? What did you hear from recruits in terms of their overall impressions of how the weekend was at Memorial Stadium? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to a #DumbDebates Grum! Dan Hurley is up to some stuff, we talk with Mike Schaefer, and Josh knows Kim Possible!

Schaef joins The Grum to talk some Nebraska!

Schaef has thoughts on the “Battle of the Boneyard” and the lasting impact it could have at Nebraska.

Mike Schaefer joins the show to discuss the battle at the boneyard tonight.

The Boneyard recruiting event weekend has finally arrived…how many official visitors are around this weekend in Lincoln? Is this the type of recruiting event that will have the attention of other schools around the country? Has anyone done something this big that you've seen or heard of around the country? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is the Michigan game Nebraska's defining game of the season or is that too early to say something like that? Greg Sankey criticized Nebraska for dropping the Tennessee game…do you agree with his criticism? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's full on recruiting season for college football as Nebraska is no different than anywhere else with big visit weekends and recruiting events going on now that it is June. Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz discuss what is happening this weekend and with Nebraska football recruiting as they go through through the Hudl event happening, Nebraska's Battle at the Boneyard and the official visit weekend ahead. Get locked in as its going to be a fascinating month as the Huskers look to lock up players for the 2026 class and beyond. 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

Schaef is back to give us an update on Wing Stop and The Huskers!

We get an update on the AL Central from Mike Schaefer, our resident Guardians fan. An Australian Rules punter is in Lincoln, was Nebraska Baseball's season a success, and an out of nowhere David Krumholtz reference from one of our favorite guests.

We're back from the weekend, chatting about Nebraska baseball at regionals. We check in with Mike Schaefer of 247sports about that and Husker football recruiting. Plus Tim Hruza brings us up to speed as this year's session of the Unicameral enters its final week!

We've missed each other these past few weeks. Let's fix it!

Husker baseball plays tomorrow vs. Oklahoma in the Chapel Hill Regional…what do you expect from this squad? How much is forgiven for a rough regular season with a run like Nebraska had to win a 2nd straight B1G title? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What is Schaefer hearing about the Adidas Battle of the  Boneyard recruiting event next week and how big it's going to be? What kind of traction can be gained with possible commitments from an event like that and how soon? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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.

Schaef joins The Grum to talk a little baseball! Also John figured out his computer stuff!

Schaef reacts to Nebraska baseball's tournament victory and why he wishes college football would just let things breathe for a little bit.

The Husker247 Podcast gathered on Thursday to get caught up on some of the May happenings with Nebraska football and the conversation surrounding it.  The trio decided to discuss the toughest games for Nebraska in the forthcoming season with each of Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer talking through their lists and order. Who is the most difficult game? Which games does everyone include? Which one was only included by one list? Then the three discussed Matt Rhule's placement on CBS Sports annual coaching list ranking, which really led to a discussion about PJ Fleck and the Minnesota Gophers program that no one knew they wanted. Finally some baseball and softball talk as both teams have huge games on Friday. Nebraska baseball's season is on the line against Oregon while the Huskers hope to win a series in Knoxville and punch their ticket to the Women's College World Series over Tennessee. 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

CBS Sports ranks Matt Rhule as the 32nd best coach in the Power 4, one spot better than Deion Sanders but behind the likes of some other not really big names…what kind of year would spring him into the Top 25? We've tried to figure out the best explanation for the Big Ten Baseball Tournament format but have not done well except for TV planning…is that the only defense for this format? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Who is the closest comparison in recent years for Nebraska athletics for what Jordy Bahl is doing for softball? The ‘Tush Push' is sticking around for at least another year in the NFL…is Schaefer opposed to the play? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Schaef is back and joins us to talk some Huskers!

We have a kickoff time for Nebraska/Cincinnati, and it's 8pm on ESPN for the Thursday game…are you ready for post-game interviews at midnight? Matt Rhule says the final 3 games of the season last year were a turning point for the program. Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Update us on some recruiting matters regarding Luke Sorensen (no relation to Jake), DeZephen Walker, Nelsyn Wheeler, and others? Husker Baseball remains in the fight to make the B1G Baseball Tournament…do they have any chance at a run in the tourney in Omaha if they make it? Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Husker247 HoopsCast convened for a quick rundown of the Huskers roster and some scheduling news for the 2025-26 season. The podcast started with Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson breaking down the commitment of Fridrik Leo Curtis and how the big man from Iceland fits for the immediate future and the long-term plan for Fred Hoiberg. From there the two discussed Nebraska's roster overall and how things are shaking out for the upcoming season. They also discussed big men in Nebraska's past and which ones have stood out over the last 30-40 years. Finally they talked about Nebraska's game in Sioux Falls and the games played in Kansas City as the team's non-conference schedule has taken shape. 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 Husker247 Podcast returns at full strength as Michael Bruntz tells Mike Schaefer, Brian Christopherson and the listeners about Adrian Martinez's presence in Norway and the three discuss 2025 freshmen that haven't arrived, Dylan Raiola and more. Which late arriving freshman have the potential to help out early in their careers? Which, if any, defensive linemen could take the Keona Davis route? What to make of linemen like Shawn Hammerbeck, Juju Marks and Brian Tapu? Where is the best position for Jeremiah Jones? Then the trio discuss Raiola's ranking in 247Sports list of top returning quarterbacks. Does Raiola get enough credit for being the rare quarterback to play for a Power Conference team all season as a freshman? Should he automatically end up behind quarterbacks who haven't played much or at all even if the team context is better? Finally there's a little too much NBA talk and no one is sure how it got there. 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

Mike joins the show to talk some college football and the conversations about the CFB landscape from earlier in the show.

-Troy Dannen is on the CFP committee...does this mean anything for Nebraska?-Why are Athletic Directors involved in the committee?-Nebraska still needs to win games in the fallSPONSORED BY MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nebraska Basketball signed a 7'1 center on Tuesday in Leo Curtis-What's the “way-too-early" biggest concern for Nebraska going into 2025? Point guard? Nick says it's a primary ballhandler.SPONSORED BY MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska received a commit from 2026 LB Jase Reynolds earlier this week-Nebraska's in-state recruiting class may not be that flashy in 2025...but that's okay!SPONSORED BY MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Coming out of spring what is Husker247 ready to buy or sell as it relates to the Huskers and the 2025 season? Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson run through a handful of topics and discuss how they feel about Nebraska's defense, its offensive line, Emmett Johnson, Dylan Raiola turnover worthy plays, special teams and more.  Then the two discuss Nebraska's two most recent commitments in Jase Reynolds and Trae Taylor before a detour and a discussion about renowned sports documentary Hoops Dreams.  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

Schaef breaks down the commitment of Trae Taylor and analyses Nebraska's QB room for the next few years.

When Nebraska lands a Top247 quarterback but he's still years away there's a lot to discuss and that's why Mike Schaefer brought 247Sports analyst Allen Trieu on the Husker247 Podcast on Thursday. Trieu broke down how Taylor and his family reached their decision, other teams involved and what the quarterback could bring to Nebraska. Then the two discussed the challenges of a quarterback committing this early, why Nebraska might look enticing in 2027 and how Taylor could be a very valuable peer recruiter for the Huskers.  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