Podcast appearances and mentions of sam mckewon

Sam previews the Las Vegas bowl.

On the latest episode of The World-Herald's Behind the Ballot series, Sam McKewon and Ben Doody talk about the continued rise of the Nebraska women's and men's basketball teams, both of which moved up in this week's AP poll. 

Sam McKewon and Ben Doody devote a full Pick Six mini-episode to a discussion about TJ Lateef, who's set to lead Nebraska into the Las Vegas Bowl against Utah and potentially lead the Huskers as their starting quarterback in 2026.  Plus, Sam answers a question: What would it look like if NU upset the Utes in Vegas?

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland discuss what's next for Nebraska at quarterback after Dylan Raiola's exit.

Sam reacts to the Dylan Raiola fallout and speculates where Nebraska goes from here.

World-Herald Nebraska basketball beat writer Wilson Moore joins Sam McKewon and Ben Doody on Behind the Ballot.  The guys talk about the Nebraska men's team surging from No. 23 to No. 15 in the AP poll and get into some discussion about how high the team's ceiling is and whether the national media reacton to NU's success is over the top. 

In an emergency episode, Sam McKewon and Ben Doody react to the news that Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola plans to transfer.  The guys talk about why Raiola is leaving; whether Nebraska could have done anything to keep him; and what the Huskers will be looking for in the portal.  Sam also breaks down what the Huskers' offense may look like with TJ Lateef under center, and the guys break down what Nebraska needs out of its defense. 

Sam chimed in on the Huskers men's basketball start to perfection and the heartbreaking end to the volleyball season.

Sam McKewon and Evan Bland go deep on the changes to the Nebraska football coaching staff, including incoming defensivive coordinator Rob Aurich. The guys talk through what type of people the Husker staff is getting in Aurich and Geep Wade, and what it might mean for the way the Huskers play. 

Sam McKewon and Ben Doody react to the hires of defensive coordiantor Rob Aurich and offensive line coach Geep Wade. The guys also look ahead to the Huskers' matchup against Utah on December 31 in the Las Vegas Bowl. 

Sam discusses Nebraska's hiring of Rob Aurich.

On the latest episode of Behidn The Ballot from The World-Herald, Sam McKewon and Ben Doody talk about the state of Nebraska's men's and women's basketball progams as both teams enter the AP Top 25.  Plus: The guys look ahead to Nebraska's 2025 football schedule. What would it take to put together a College Football Playoff resume? 

Sam McKewon and Evan Bland discuss the 2025 recruiting class and coach Matt Rhule's comments about quarterback Dylan Raiola and how what happens next "falls on his shoulders." 

Sam checks in with thoughts on Nebrasketball's big win and the week ahead for the Huskers. Nebraska gets a new OL coach, a new DC, and what he thinks of the new hires.

In the latest episode of The World Herald's Behind the Ballot series, Sam McKewon and Ben Doody look at the Nebraska men's and basketball team's hopes of getting into the AP Top 25. The guys also offer their predictions for the Nebraska-Creighton men's game on Sunday, and Sam weighs in on the College Football Playoff picture. 

Is their trouble looming inside Nebraska football.

Sam McKewon and Ben Doody discuss the firing of John Butler - why it happened and where Nebraska football goes from here with another open coordinator job. 

Sam comments on the loss to Iowa, what firing John Butler means for the program, and where he stands on The Matt Rhule Era today.

In a special postgame edition of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland dive into Nebraska's 40-16 loss to Iowa, the late November collapse, NU's ongoing issues along the lines of scrimmage and what could change - and needs to change - starting next week. 

In this week's Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland discuss whether Friday's game vs. Iowa is a must-win game to show real progress in Year 3 of the Matt Rhule era. Plus, the Pick Six's annual recap of the Husker senior class - memories of the 19 players walking on Senior Day. 

Can Nebraska beat Iowa...ever?

In the latest installment of The World-Herald's Behind the Ballot series, Sam McKewon and Ben Doody break down Sam's football and women's basketball ballots, and the guys talk about Nebraska's need to rebound from the debacle at Penn State in preparation for the Black Friday game against Iowa.  Plus, Sam predicts the Nebraska-Iowa winner, while Ben says he's still on the fence. 

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk about Dayton Raiola decommitting from Nebraska and what comes next for the team. 

Can Nebraska win at Happy Valley?

In an episode of The World-Herald's Behind the Ballot series, Sam McKewon and Ben Doody talk about the Nebraska football team's path to Top 25 contention; Iowa remaining on Sam's AP ballot after losing to USC; the College Football Playoff picture; and Sam's AP women's basketball ballot, which includes Nebraska. 

Sam and Connor discuss the scheduling in the Big Ten Conference, how big of an underdog Nebraska is this weekend, the QB controversy to come, and 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.

What bowl might Nebraska go to?

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon is joined by Dirk Chatelain to discuss Matt Rhule's contract extension as well as the state of Nebraska football and basketball.

How different will Nebraska look this weekend?

Mike'l recaps the NFL oddities from yesterday, and Sam calls in to recap Matt Rhule's press conference earlier today. What were his thoughts on the timeout usage, TJ Lateef, and what happens next season if Lateef plays well.

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland break down Nebraska's "do-over," aka the Huskers' home game against No. 23 USC.

Is Saturday a win-win for Matt Rhule, regardless of outcome?

Sam McKewon shares his thoughts on the Coach Rhule press conference, the Huskers' victory against Northwestern, and moving forward to USC this week.

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland break down Matt Rhule's comments after the Minnesota loss and look ahead to the Northwestern game.

Sam joins us to talk football and life and how it pretains to Nebraska football.

We take a call from Dave, and Sam McKewon calls in to recap Friday's game, today's Matt Rhule press conference, the entitlement of Nebraska, and more.

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk the rumors surround Penn State and Matt Rhule and the Nebraska vs. Minnesota game.

Sam joins us to discuss everything Matt Rhule said at his weekly press conference and oh yeah, the Huskers are 5-1.

Sam and Connor discuss the Matt Rhule to Penn State rumors, compare both jobs and decide which is better, and more after a weekend full of news.

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk Nebraska's win over Michigan State and look ahead to the Huskers' road trip to Maryland.

Certified ball knower, Sam McKewon of the Omaha World-Herald educates us on where Nebraska football really is, which isn't as bad you think.

We discuss Dylan's role in the offensive line discussion, Sam calls in and Connor asks about travel, the issues at O-Line, the Penn State debacle, & Nebraska's schedule now that is has zero ranked teams remaining.

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk Nebraska football's October schedule — all Big Ten games with no byes — starting with Michigan State.

Is there a place for Carter Nelson at Nebraska, under Dana Holgersen?

We ask Sam how his Husker-less weekend went, how he assesses teams in the Big Ten right now, and what he think will happen when Nebraska takes on Michigan State Saturday.

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel talk the Michigan loss and how Nebraska football can build off the first quarter of its season.

Sam explains that things are still on track for Nebraska, going into October.

Sam remembers the great Robert Redford and talks Nebraska/Michigan.

Sam and Matt commiserate over the Bears and hey! Did you Nebraska is 2-0?