Husker247: A Nebraska athletics podcast

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson talk through a Monday edition of the Husker247 Daily. The guys break down Nebraska basketball's loss to Illinois on Sunday and a week that saw the Huskers fall to both Michigan and Illinois. What's ahead for Nebraska? Did we actually learn any big lessons in the losses? Listen in.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down Nebraska basketball’ 75-72 loss to Michigan on the road on Tuesday night. What can we learn from the matchup and what else do you need to know about the Huskers this season? In the second half of the podcast, the guys discuss the Big Ten schedule release and how the 2026 slate breaks down for the Huskers. Listen in. 

Nebraska basketball kept rolling Saturday, shaking off a flat first half to defeat Minnesota on the road and stay undefeated ranked matchups against Michigan and Illinois await the Big Red this week. Can they keep it going?

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss WR Tay Ellis, the second NU commit to transfer to Millard South this week, and what it can mean for the Huskers' 2027 recruiting class. The guys also discuss Nebraska basketball's way forward without Braden Frager, who is day to day with an ankle injury. Listen in.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the news on Wednesday morning that Husker quarterback commit Trae Taylor will play his senior season of high school football at Omaha’s Millard South High School. What does that mean for the Huskers’ future recruiting efforts as well as Taylor’s place nationally? 

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down some of Matt Rhule’s comments from his Friday appearance on Sports Nightly. Why the Huskers are rolling quickly into spring practices and what’s next for Nebraska’s special teams units. 

Husker247’s Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the news of Mike Ekeler’s likely move to USC and what that means for Nebraska’s special teams units, as well as what Matt Rhule had to say about that part of the Huskers roster earlier this week.  Listen in. 

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the Big Red's 35-point win over Oregon on Tuesday night and what continues to drive this team's undefeated start to the year.

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the Huskers' latest addition out of the transfer portal in LSU's Paul Mubenga. The offensive guard is the third addition from the portal this offseason and gives the Huskers another experienced piece across the offensive line. Listen in!

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss a busy weekend for the Huskers in the transfer portal, as the Big Red added a familiar face at quarterback and several depth pieces.  Nebraska is also trending towards a hire at defensive line coach. There are still needs left of the Big Red as the transfer portal hits a 3-day dead period.  The guys finish up by discussing Nebraska baske...

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss the addition of UCLA edge Anthony Jones. It’s the first addition for the Big Red along the defensive line in the portal period, with plenty of need ahead.  The guys also discuss what’s ahead in the coming days for the Huskers. 

Husker247's Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss a busy day in the transfer portal for the Huskers, which included five additions on Tuesday, including transfer quarterback Anthony Colandrea from UNLV. What does Colandrea bring to the table and what does his addition mean for the direction of the Husker offense? Discussion on other additions on Tuesday and what needs remain for the Big...

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the Monday night decision of quarterback Kenny Minchey to flip from Nebraska to Kentucky. What happened and what’s ahead for the Huskers in their search for a quarterback or two in the portal. The guys also discuss the addition of linebacker Owen Chambliss from San Diego State and offensive tackle Tree Babalade from South Carolina. Pl...

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down a newsy start to the transfer portal process that included Nebraska landing Notre Dame transfer quarterback Kenny Minchey. Where has Nebraska focused its attention so far in the portal with a long list of needs?  The guys also react in real-time to the commitment of Iowa State interior offensive lineman Brendan Black and discuss Nebraska basketbal...

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 run through the final Hypecast of the year as the Huskers prepare to take on Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl. Is Nebraska going to be up to the task of stopping Utah's rushing attack? Can Nebraska find offensive wrinkles with Emmett Johnson out? We also provide picks to click, game score predictions and, of course, oddly specific predictions. Listen...

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 take a Christmas Morning look at the Huskers' transfer portal wish list and the work Nebraska needs to do when the portal opens Jan. 2.

The Christmas Eve edition of the Husker247 Daily takes a look ahead at Nebraska's bowl game matchup with Utah. Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the (non-quarterback and running back) players they're most interested to see play in the bowl game.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the early transfer portal entires for Nebraska, including in the secondary where the Huskers possess an interesting mix of returning players with something to prove. In the second half, the guys discuss the outlook for a pair of Nebraska recruiting targets, including five-star tight end Ahmad Hudson. Listen in!

The Friday edition of the Husker247 Daily discusses the work ahead for new defensive coordinator Rob Aurich as he gets to work in Lincoln. How does the new defensive coordinator plan to help the Husker run defense, and what are his priorities over the next few weeks?

In Wednesday’s edition of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the picture at quarterback following Dylan Raiola’s decision to transfer from the program. What direction will Nebraska go and could this be a chance to reimagine what the offense can be under Dana Holgorsen? 

In the Monday edition of the Husker247 Podcast, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down the thrilling road win for Nebraska basketball, which remains undefeated after knocking off Illinois at the buzzer. The guys then discuss Nebraska volleyball's five-set loss to Texas A&M. Listen in.

It’s a Thursday edition of the Husker247 Podcast and we’re breaking down Nebraska basketball’s 30-point win over Wisconsin. The Huskers are ranked and playing well. What’s the ceiling for this team and why have they started so quickly? Listen in. 

In the Wednesday edition of the Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson discuss the changes coming to Nebraska’s football staff, including a potential off-the-field hire that could be huge for recruiting and where things stand in the pursuit of a defensive line coach. Listen in. 

In Tuesday's Husker247 Daily, Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down Matt Rhule's Tuesday press conference, which featured the news the Big Red had moved on from defensive line coach Terry Bradden. Assessing Rhule's comments and where the Huskers will fill out their staff. Listen in.

The Monday edition of the Husker247 Podcast breaks down a busy weekend for Husker Athletics. Matt Rhule made a hire at the defensive coordinator spot, and changed course at the offensive line position, moving on from Donovan Raiola and going a different direction for his next hire. The Huskers learned their bowl destination officially and Nebraska basketball dominated in-state rival Creighton and...