Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Schaefer

Football season officially started and Husker247 is here to help breakdown the first day of media availability and where things sit early in fall camp. Conversation begins with a discussion of early season hope and excitement before it turns to the trenches where Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson breakdown some of the names making up the early first groups, walk through the feeling the staff has on each and more. From there the rest of of the roster is discussed as those two and Mike Schaefer discuss deep names, players who could emerge off the two-deep, why the defensive backfield is tough to predict and even the unique situation at quarterback where a true freshman could move up the depth chart fast.  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 a busy man and worries that Creighton has too much influence on his family. He shares what's worth buying and selling from the Husker football depth as we're still in the early stages of preseason camp.

Schaefer shares his favorite Hulk Hogan memory. He talks Husker football recruiting, player personnel, and the lack of success in the NFL.

The Husker247 Podcast gathered on Friday to discuss Nebraska's appearance at Big Ten Media Days and what was learned with a scant few sleeps before the start of fall camp. Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer talked through how Las Vegas as a media days site went and then what stood out from Matt Rhule, Dylan Raiola and the rest of the representatives. Among the topics discussed were Nebraska's defensive line and the confidence Rhule has in a unit high on upside but lower on experience, Nebraska's running back picture and Raiola's leadership ahead of the 2025 season.  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

Media Days are a wrap and we're on to Fall camp starting next week…is Schaefer confident in the D-line to rise up for the defense this Fall or still concerned? Matt Rhule says Nebraska should be able to win close games this year, which has been a problem in past years…what gives you most hope that they can stop losing in incredible fashion? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Schaeef shares his takes from Media Days!

Schaefer reveals his one man Big Ten poll, his disdain for Indiana, why Michigan continues to get the benefit of the doubt, and his takes on Scottie Scheffler winning another major.

We come back from the weekend and chat about another entrant in the District 2 House of Representatives race. Plus Tim Hruza stops by to break down that and everything going on in local politics, and Mike Schaefer of Husker247 checks in ahead of tomorrow's Big Ten Media Days!

Mike joins the show with just under 6 weeks to go until Nebraska's opener in Kansas City and breaks down who we might see making an impact.

The Husker247 Podcast returned on Tuesday to discuss the Most Indispensable Huskers list that's been running for a few weeks now.  Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer give context on how the list came together, which players stood out when the aggregate happened and much more. Then the trip goes from No. 25 to No. 11, discussing who could move up, who could move down and where some skepticism remains moving forward.  Finally Bruntz gives a brief update on Nebraska baseball's situation following the Major League Baseball Draft and who won't be returning or even arriving in Lincoln. 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

We find out in real time that there is a problem with our phone system, Connor asks Producer Josh the questions he intended to ask Mike Schaefer.

We're back from the weekend and update you on all the latest news. Plus Tim Hruza stops by to talk local politics. And Mike Schaefer of Husker24/7 stops by to chat the week before Big Ten Football Media Days!

Gary poses his Twin Cities question to Schaef.

Penn State has offered 2027 Omaha Skutt safety Wyatt Liebentritt…where does Nebraska stand with him? DT Viliami Moala decommitted from Oregon and is hearing from Nebraska among other schools…do the Huskers have a chance or not? Show Sponsored by MDIWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Scott Frost's comments at Big 12 Media Days went viral in Nebraska for seemingly continually taking a lack of blame or accountability for what went wrong with the Huskers…is there anyone out there who still wishes him the best? Jaidyn Doss enters the portal for Nebraska football…was he ever in the conversation of moving up the depth chart at all? Show Sponsored by MDIWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Schaef joins The Grum to talk some Huskers and Scott Frost.

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!

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

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

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'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

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