Husker247: A Nebraska athletics podcast

Hosts Mike Schaefer, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss where things stand in the world of recruiting following the NCAA's decision to extend the dead period through July. They also dive into memorable -- for different reasons -- Nebraska games -- and discuss curiosities in the Big Ten West division.

A look at which Huskers could be poised for a breakout in 2020, and which players likely needed the spring practices that were lost to coronavirus.

Nebraska received good news about its wide receiver corps in 2020 this week. We delve into that, plus some talk about what the coming weeks could look like for Nebraska football. In the second segment, we spin the wheel to talk evaluation, mental blocks and reasons for optimism in 2020.

How Nebraska's new scholarship punter fits into its continued makeover on special teams. We also discuss the commitment of quarterback Heinrich Haarberg and Nebraska basketball's newest commitment.

Nebraska nabbed its quarterback for the 2021 recruiting class over the weekend as Kearney Catholic's Henrich Haarberg committed to the Big Red. What is Nebraska getting? What does the pledge mean? Husker247's Mike Schaefer breaks it all down.

To wrap up the week, the Husker247 Podcast takes a look at the decision of Keagan Johnson to commit to Iowa over Nebraska. The guys also spin The Wheel of Topics (TM) and discuss which young defensive back is ready for the spotlight.

This week we break down the addition of Florida outside linebacker Patrick Payton and the long and winding road of John Bivens to Nebraska as a walk-on.

In Tuesday's episode, the Husker247 crew breaks down the NFL Draft for Nebraska and where Nebraska needs to produce more draft picks in the future. The guys also break down the commitment of Utah offensive lineman Branson Yager and forward Trevor Lakes.

We break down the transfer of Noah Vedral from Nebraska and what it means for Nebraska's quarterback position going forward.

We preview Nebraska's weekend ahead in the NFL Draft. Who could be picked and when? We also look forward to the 2021 NFL Draft and which players on Nebraska's current roster could hear their names called. BC also recounts a recent drive thru shouting match and we spin the Wheel of Topics (TM).

Breaking down the recruitment of Avante Dickerson and what it means for Nebraska, and what Nebraska basketball is getting in its recently-signed class.

Part two of the first Husker247 Nebraska football spring football draft. The picks get tougher. Who comes out with the best starting 22?

With Nebraska's spring game being canceled and replaced with a simulated spring game, we took a shot at drafting 22-man teams with Nebraska's spring rosters this year. We also discuss Nebraska's quarterback board in 2021 after the commitment of Peter Costelli to Utah.

In this episode, we discuss the latest in Nebraska recruiting, including the Huskers making the cut for a pair of talented outside linebackers. In the second segment, we discuss which members of the 2019 class are poised to make an impact on defense this season.

In this week's episode, we discuss juniors and seniors on Nebraska's roster poised to make a jump. We also discuss the commitment of Pitt transfer Trey McGowens, plus a look at best comebacks in Husker history, as well as whether Ndamukong Suh will be a hall of famer.

In this episode, the guys learn Brian's car negotiating techniques, breakdown the transfer of Cam Mack and what it means for Nebraska. The extension of the NCAA dead period is discussed, as well as who will lead Nebraska in receiving this season.

In this episode, the guys break down the NCAA's decision to grant another season of eligibility for spring athletes, then spins the Wheel of Topics (TM) to learn about the best games the Husker247 staff has ever covered.

In this episode, the guys take a closer look at Nebraska's defense and where things stand for the group heading into the 2020 season. There has been turnover and new additions, but could the Blackshirts be better in 2020? Also, we spin The Wheel of Topics (TM) to see who might be the next Clemson.

Nebraska football picked up a commit from linebacker Christopher Paul Jr. What does he bring to the table? We also discuss linebacker recruiting, how many Nebraska could take in 2021 and Husker Hoops news.

A pair of Omaha prospects debuted in the Top247 of 2022. Does it signal another strong year of in-state recruiting?

Things are quiet on campus, but the Husker247 Podcast moves on. This week the guys break down which Husker players needed this spring most. The guys discuss the addition of graduate transfer Kobe Webster on Husker Hoops and give the Wheel of Topics (TM) a spin.

The Husker247 Podcast takes a closer look at the fallout from a busy day of news on Thursday and Friday. How will cancelations impact recruiting, and a quick review of Nebraska's Pro Day.

Nebraska's players and coaches met with the media on Monday, going over the offseason, spring ball and a number of topics. What did we learn? We break all that down.

Thursday's episode takes a look at the performances of former Huskers at the NFL Combine, and asks a simple question: How fast could you run 40 yards? We also take a closer look at five returning starters who have questions going into the spring. Mike Schaefer joins for a recruiting update and we spin The Wheel of Topics (TM).

This week, Brian Christopherson and Michael Bruntz discuss the news that wide receiver JD Spielman will take a leave of absence and what that means for Nebraska's wide receiver position. They also discuss turnover at Nebraska's kicker spot and finish with a discussion of Nebraska basketball's historic night against Northwestern.