Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Schaefer

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

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

The guys start with splash pads and how their young children react to them, the fishbowl of the Nebraska Football coaching position, the evolution of Dylan Raiola, and (of course) the AL Central.

We lay out the route for Jack's Walk of Shame after his 60 degree guarantee came up short. Plus we check in with Tim Hruza as the Unicameral enters its final three weeks of the session. And Mike Schaefer of HuskerOnline.com stops by to chat Nebraska football!

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

Schaef joins to talk some Huskers Baseball!

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

Mike gives us a weather report on a day of gas mowing for him, the Half Marathon report, the commitment of Trae Taylor, Connor asks if recruiting is about football anymore, and a PASSIONATE takedown of Michigan.

We come back from a glorious weather weekend in Lincoln to get back to work. We chat about Husker Football recruiting with Mike Schaefer of Husker247. Tim Hruza brings us up to date on the latest from the Unicameral. And Jack proposes a route for his Walk of Shame after his 60 degree guarantee didn't hold. Plus we set a date: June 6!

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

-CharMar Brown chooses Miami (FL) over Nebraska and Cal…will we look back on this as a big miss for the Huskers or not?-Schaefer attended Saturday's “Spring Game”…did he take anything away from it all? Will it return to normal next year or what's next for Spring football?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-There's a lot of buzz and excitement about 2027 QB Trae Taylor and he'll announce his college decision today…Nebraska's in the top 4 with Illinois, LSU and Texas A&M…what are you hearing about his destination?-We've seen a few outlets so far place Nebraska as a Top 25 team entering next season in way-too-early polls…are they worthy of that kind of praise?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Husker247 Podcast gathered to discuss the Husker Games, the transfer portal, Nebraska's spring overall and a big recruiting decision on Thursday. Mike Schaefer filled Brian Christopherson in on what took place Saturday, some of the competitions and which players further down the roster had stand out days. Then the two discussed the latest news out of the transfer portal including players like Ian Flynt, Jack McCallister, Grant Seagren and Evan Taylor. After transfer talk it was time to size up the spring. What did we learn? What are we questioning following the spring that was for Nebraska football. Finally a little bit on the Trae Taylor decision happening on Thursday and how it looks for Nebraska. 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 checks in on John and shares the latest surrounding Husker football.

Mike Schaefer is in for John. We'll recap the NFL Draft, the Nebraska spring festivities, and more. Also, Producer Joey has an NFL Schedule Prediction!

Schaef and Happer discuss using your child for clicks, Marty Brown's decision, his review of the inaugural Husker Games, what the event can do to improve next year, Vikings Draft hot takes,

We didn't get to 60 degrees for a high Friday! Jack wraps up his weather guarantee and sets the stage for his Walk of Penance. Plus we wrap up a busy week in Husker sports with Mike Schaefer of Husker247.com!

Schaef previews tomorrow's “Spring Carnival” and talks about who could start at quarterback for Nebraska in 2027.

In this week's episode of the Husker247 Nebraska Baseball Podcast, we discuss Nebraska's series win over Northwestern last weekend, a midweek loss to Kansas where Nebraska didn't have much to show for good at-bats and preview the upcoming series at Maryland. In the second segment, Husker247's Mike Schaefer joins to discuss the Husker baseball season and much more. Listen in! 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

-Matt Rhule said the Spring Game isn't a huge recruiting thing right now….how important was it in the past in recruiting?-What are you hearing about CharMar Brown and possibly ending up at Nebraska? The portal closes tomorrow…any news expected at all?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-After weeks of lack of clarity, we finally know what's going to happen on Saturday at the Spring Game…are you satisfied with the itinerary of the day or more frustrated that it took this long to figure out?-Is Schaefer going to get in on the action of the Media Challenge at the Spring Game on Saturday?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 helps us preview The Husker Games and talk about in-state recruiting.

The Husker247 Podcast returned on Tuesday to wade through several items in what is going to be a busy week for Nebraska football. First there's the transfer portal where the Huskers are likely to look to take a player or two. Where are the Huskers with former North Dakota State running back Charmar Brown? Then what can we expect as more and more players leave Nebraska to get closer to future roster limits? Following the portal discussion Mike Schaefer and Michael Bruntz walk through the upcoming Husker Games and what to expect this weekend. Finally the NFL Draft is this week. Which former Huskers are expecting phone calls and who gets selected? 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 denies having a winning Powerball ticket, the interest in RB transfer Marty Brown at Nebraska, and how they would build a roster for the Huskers.

We're back from Easter weekend with a look at the latest in the city of Lincoln. Jack Mitchell makes a weather guarantee for the people of the City of Lincoln! Plus Tim Hruza updates us on the final few weeks of this year's session of the Unicameral! And Mike Schaefer of Husker247.com visits with us as Nebraska football enters the final week of spring practice!

-The transfer portal is open…how many names do you expect to enter from Nebraska, and how many players could possibly be added? How do you assess the Nico Iamaleava situation and the fallout going forward in NIL with players?-Schaefer has loathed the Spring Game for many years but does understand the importance of the weekend for the economy of Lincoln…we'll likely see a small crowd next Saturday…what's the fix going forward to make sure it's not a lost event?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-One writer from CBS Sports thinks Dane Key is the best player on Nebraska's roster—at least in stacking up the Top 150 players in the country---is that feasible for this team or is Dylan Raiola (or someone else) the best player?-Nebraska is after Anaheim (CA) Servite TE Luke Sorensen and he visited this last weekend…how did it go and who all has interest in him? What profile of player is he?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 joins The Grum to talk a little football!

Mike and Connor debate the AL Central standings after yet another Guardians-Royals series, his takes on Rory's dramatic Masters win, James Williams comparisons between Florida State and Nebraska, and we bring back "Would Mike Schaefer Click on That Link?"

We start another week and bask in the start of "Real Spring"! Plus Tim Hruza updates us on the Unicameral and local politics. And Mike Schaefer from Husker 247 has the latest on Husker Spring Football and Baseball salvaging their weekend series at Iowa.

What could Nebraska's offensive line look like?

-Jon Rothstein says next year's Nebrasketball team already seems like a Bubble team…do you have that same feeling with a team that's losing Brice Williams and Juwan Gary from a non-NCAA Tournament team this year?-Everyone talks about the difference that Rienk Mast being back will make for Nebraska…do they forget it will have been 18 months since his last game when he ultimately plays again?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've talked about Jalyn Gramstad at Nebraska as QB2…but we don't talk much about TJ Lateef…what kind of potential does he have at Nebraska?-Nebraska loses a WR in Hardly Gilmore from the roster…how is depth at the position without him and who do you think starts come August?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A College Basketball Crown championship calls for a Husker247 HoopsCast, so Mike Schaefer and Brian Christopherson got together to discuss the Huskers taking home the headwear hardware. The conversation started with the game and what Juwan Gary, Brice Williams and company achieved during the week and how the past four games showed the upside Connor Essegian possesses, even if the regular season was inconsistent.  Then things finished with another conversation about transfer portal additions with Central Michigan's Ugnius Jarusevicius being the newest player for the Huskers upcoming 2025-26 season.  What does he bring? What roles could change? Where does Nebraska look next?  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

-Did Schaefer stay up and watch the entire Nebrasketball game last night in The Crown? Are we surprised at how well run the tourney has been and looked?-How active will Nebraska football be in the spring open portal timeframe? What could they be looking for?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 not JJ White, but Nebrasketball is having a Zoom call with Omaha's Marquel Sutton…what belief do you have in the portal this year? Creighton just went the Brice Williams route and got an excellent player from Charlotte (Nik Graves, 17.5ppg)-The NCAA denied Deion Sanders' request for a Colorado/Syracuse spring session…will this change next year?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy