Benning Bites

Nebraska basketball secured a PIVOTAL victory over Washington on the road. What implications does the win mean for the remainder of the season and team's trajectory? Damon Benning dives into the significance of this win and its potential impact on upcoming games against Ohio State, Maryland, Northwestern, and Penn State. Coach Fred Hoiberg has been a difference maker through his leadership, but wi...

Damon Benning is TIRED of the talk around Fred Hoiberg's job status with Nebraska basketball. The ongoing debate surrounding and his tenure with the Huskers is on the back burner, as the Huskers face a road test at Washington Wednesday night. Does this Big Ten battle feel like a must-win for Nebraska? Follow Damon on social: Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/dn9u89yh  Twitter: http://twitter.com/damonb...

Nebraska Basketball SNAPPED its six-game losing streak in a HUGE home win over top 25 rated Illinois on Thursday night. Can the Huskers keep up the momentum heading to Oregon on Sunday? Damon Benning breaks down the win for the Big Red by their team performance, the mentality needed to win, and the STAR-STUDDED night in Lincoln with a packed crowd at Pinnacle Bank Arena, the guest appearances by Z...

John Cook's retirement from Nebraska volleyball is one of the BIGGEST ANNOUNCEMENTS in school history for Nebraska Athletics - and the impact will go beyond just volleyball. Damon Benning breaks down the significance of Cook's legacy, comparing his tenure to the legendary Tom Osborne. Troy Dannen, Nebraska athletic director, also deserves credit for the transition to coach Dani Busboom Kelly. Fina...

Has the Southeastern Conference (SEC) already taken over the landscape of college basketball? Damon Benning poses the question: if you HAD to pick a national champion today - would you take the SEC or the rest of the college basketball field? SEC programs like Auburn, Alabama, Tennessee, and Florida appear to be ahead of the pack. Will their influence in the SEC make the conference an UNDENIABLE f...

Damon Benning dives into Nebraska football's roster management, as the Huskers must get to their 105-man limit prior to the start of the 2025 season. Damon emphasizes the importance of development over quick fixes, and provides insight into the position group distributions and scholarship allocations. Betting Bites is presented by Underdog Fantasy. Visit https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-q1aDUHs...

Can Fred Hoiberg pull Nebraska basketball out of their five-game losing streak? The head coach for the Huskers will have different struggles to overcome, but Damon Benning sees some positives that could turn around Nebraska. There is potential impact from players like Juwan Gary, Brice Williams and others, but how can their strengths and mental toughness break through to get a win in the Big Ten?...

College Football needs to get rid of top 25 preseason and "way-too-early" rankings. Damon Benning discusses if the early rankings add undue pressure or could offer a strategic advantage. Early rankings usually benefit bigger programs like Nebraska, Ohio State, Notre Dame, and others. Damon also adds that new scheduling models would help in determining a true top 25. Follow Damon on social: Youtube...

Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson square in the AFC Divisional round this weekend, matching up with more than just an AFC Championship game appearance on the line. Does the Buffalo Bills' passer or the Baltimore Ravens' signal caller have more pressure on themselves to overcome their postseason failures? There are plenty of riveting quarterbacks left in the playoffs, including the Detroit Lions' Jared...

Spring football, schedule changes, and the transfer portal have been on the latest hotbeds of discussions across college football. Damon Benning breaks down the evolving landscape for the sport on today's Benning Bites as he discusses the shifts in spring practices towards an NFL-style training camp model. Could Nebraska football play preseason football games in the near future? Follow Damon on so...

After a stunning road blowout loss at Purdue, Nebraska basketball faces two critical MUST WIN games against Rutgers and Maryland. Damon Benning breaks down the significance of the upcoming Big Ten matchups, emphasizing the importance of a defensive mindset and the impact of turnovers costing the Huskers' future success. Will Nebraska be able to turn their loss at Purdue into a turning point for te...

Could Dylan Raiola be the key to Nebraska football's push in player development? Damon Benning breaks down the Huskers' program growth on today's Benning Bites, and spotlights other key players that could be impactful in their future performance for the Big Red. Emmett Johnson, Gunnar Gottula, Grant Brix, Keona Davis, Riley Van Poppel, and others could be the key to seeing the significance of the...

Damon Benning brings another episode of Benning Bites, discussing the transformation of Nebraska Basketball's program under coach Fred Hoiberg. He dives into the potential for the Cornhuskers to yield a top ten ranking prior to the football team, and examines how Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule's diverse staff is shaping the future of the Huskers. Betting Bites is presented by Underdog Fantasy....

Damon Benning dives into Nebraska football's bowl preparation, emphasizing the significance of practice schedules, and player participation in upcoming all-star games. Damon also highlights the team's commitment to viewing the bowl game as the first matchup for the 2025 season, and adds it is critical that Nebraska's seniors and emerging talent are adequately prepared. There is complexity surround...

On today's episode of Benning Bites, Damon Benning discusses Nebraska football's upcoming bowl matchup against Boston College and emphasizes how refreshing it is to get back to the games and not the other circumstances surrounding college football. Damon adds more on the challenges posed by the transfer portal and NIL dynamics, expressing optimism about how college football's market will eventuall...

On today's Benning Bites, Damon Benning engages in a spirited discussion from Monday's Hurrdat Sports Radio show after his conversations with Sam McKewon and Kevin Kugler. Damon continues his thoughts on Nebraska football's coaching improvements, the challenges of managing elite talnt, and the impact of financial factors through college sports. Betting Bites is presented by Underdog Fantasy. Visit...

Damon Benning brings another episode of Benning Bites talking about Nebraska football's defensive strategies and the candid insights he saw that were shared by new defensive coordinator John Butler during this week's press conferences. Damon also discusses Butler's unique challenges, the development of Nebraska's secondary, and the critical qualities that set successful leaders apart. Betting Bite...

On today's Benning Bites, Damon Benning discusses Nebraska's coaches that have welcomed change and evolution to their coaching philosophies. Damon dives into Husker football's invitation to the Pinstripe Bowl against Boston College, the dynamics of the transfer portal, and examines John Cook's evolution in leading the Nebraska volleyball team. Benning also reflects on Rhule's new approach to a tra...

On today's Benning Bites, Damon Benning goes in-depth on Nebraska football's biggest opportunity to hire a key defensive coordinator with the other changes happening around the program. Damon defines the complexity and emotions of the transfer portal, the critical importance of Matt Rhule's next key challenge with the defense, and why Husker fans will need to embrace the evolving landscape of coll...

On today's episode of Benning Bites, Damon Benning reflects on his insightful conversation with Nebraska football offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen, highlighting the impact of self-awareness and the courage to seek help within the Huskers football program. Benning also emphasizes the qualities that contribute to a team's culture to aid them to thrive while under pressure. Betting Bites is prese...

In today's episode of Benning Bites, Damon Benning discusses the significance of the Nebraska football program's seniors and their foundational role in building team culture and competitiveness under Matt Rhule. Damon reflects on Rhule's strategic approach to building the program and upgrading the current roster, and the challenges of keeping the team's mindset with roster turnover. Betting Bites...

Damon Benning previews Nebraska Football's upcoming Black Friday clash with the Iowa Hawkeyes in Iowa City, discussing the challenges posed by the Hawkeyes' defense. Damon talks on the significance of the Huskers reaching bowl eligibility, and the importance of special teams. Finally, DB talks on coach Dana Holgorsen's ground game and how Nebraska is set for their toughest test yet for a veteran d...

Damon Benning hosts another episode of Benning Bites, diving into Nebraska football's preparations for their upcoming matchup with Wisconsin. Damon emphasizes the importance of competitive stamina, and discusses the challenges Nebraska faces internally between playing veterans or relying on younger players. Can Nebraska turn the season around on Saturday? #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #CollegeFootbal...

In this episode of "Benning Bites," host Damon Benning delves into Nebraska football's upcoming game against the University of Southern California (USC). He emphasizes the importance of adopting a winning mindset, moving beyond moral victories, and focusing on securing a win. Benning discusses the team's need to improve red zone efficiency and highlights the coaching staff's commitment to fosterin...

Matt Rhule is the right man for the job according to Damon Benning on this episode of Benning Bites. What were the lessons learned in Columbus following Nebraska football's loss to Ohio State? Coaching can be a lot like parenting, and Damon is glad to have Rhule on board to only coach his alma mater, but also his son. Follow Damon on social:  Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/dn9u89yh   Twitter: http:/...