I-80 Club

Merry Christmas! Jack and Josh welcome longtime friend Mike Schaefer to the podcast to unveil some big news: Mike Schaefer is joining the I-80 Club family in a full-time capacity! They discuss his brand new show - Unemployed With Mike Schaefer - and his plans with the podcast moving forward. Along the way, some Nebrasketball discussion, Tommy Boy vs. Black Sheep, and so much more! Subscribe to the...

After a few weeks away, Josh Peterson and Mike Schaefer are back to recap the wild weekend in the NFL, debate the merits of the NFC vs. the AFC, as well as the Chicago Bears and Sam Darnold. Music: Ian Aeillo For more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Discord server, and so much more: patreon.com/i80club Subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel a...

Want to listen to the entire pod? Head to the Volleyball State podcast fee wherever you get your podcasts! Lincoln and Jeff recap a record breaking - and heartbreaking - season for the Huskers. Moments of the year, returning players, and what NU needs to improve for 2026. Plus recapping the Final Four and the transfer portal heats up.  Show Sponsors: Alumni Hall, your home for Husker gear and...

Today is a LOADED show, as there is so much to discuss before Christmas comes calling. Ben recaps Oregon’s performance in the CFP, and gets you set for three Big Ten bowl games later this week. He also recaps the weekend in Big Ten hoops, with the standout storylines to know before the holiday break. 0:00 - Intro 2:40 - Recapping Oregon's win over James Madison 8:52 - Oregon vs. Texas Tech in the...

After a shaky start at Pinnacle Bank Arena against North Dakota, Jack and Kaleb try to identify what went so right in the second half that went so wrong in the first half (hint: not missing a million 3s). But the wild swings between halves were overshadowed by Berke Buyuktuncel getting the program’s fourth-ever Triple Double, and you won’t believe when Jack said he predicted it. Plus, whatever hap...

Josh and Matt get together not even 12 hours after the Bears beat the Packers for a conversation on Chicago's win, the continued wildness of the NFL season, and so much more! 0:00 - Intro and Josh's Cowboys wallowing 7:42 - Chicago's stunning win over Green Bay 26:25 - The importance (or lack thereof) of being a 2-seed in the NFC 36:32 - Jaguars/Broncos 47:12 - The flawed teams in the AFC Music: I...

It's a CFP Saturday in America and Jack and Josh are back for another Saturday Coffee Show! They dive into the week that was surrounding Nebraska football, including Matt Rhule's latest press conference, and how the tone surrounding things seemed to have changed. Plus, some more thoughts on Dylan Raiola leaving, his future, and Nebrasketball going into a couple buy games before things get interest...

Oregon hosts JMU in the first round of the CFP on Saturday night. Ben breaks down the key matchups and tells you just how competitive this game is going to be. Then, with all 18 Big Ten schools in action this weekend (or Monday) in hoops, Ben sets the stage with one thing to know about every game. 0:00 - Intro 2:18 - Oregon vs. James Madison CFP Preview 16:01 - Big Ten hoops preview Music: Ian Aei...

Want to listen to the entire pod? Head to the Volleyball State podcast fee wherever you get your podcasts! Volleyball State goes on the road and takes the show to Kansas City at the AVCA Convention. Lincoln Arneal is joined by Michigan State coach Kristen Kelsey, Concordia coach Ben Boldt, and Illinois coach Chris Tamas as they talk about their most recent season and other pressing topics in...

Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt joins Josh Peterson on this week's I-80 Football Show to discuss fallout from Sherrone Moore's firing at Michigan before discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each Big Ten team in the 2025 College Football Playoff. Is this group of three teams better equipped to win a national title than the four teams were heading into the 2024 iteration? Plus, where Indiana...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club . And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel! Jack and Josh are back for the first time since the news of the week and they unpack what it means for the program. Plus, how Nebraska should use their money in the portal and so much more! 0:00 - Int...

Nebraska basketball is off to a historic start, and Ben recaps how the Huskers got here and what it means the rest of the way. He also recaps the biggest stories from the weekend and sets the stage for all the games coming this week, including a big one inside Pauley Pavilion. And of course, the important football news around the conference as well. 0:00 - Intro 3:20 - Nebrasketball's win over Ill...

Want to listen to the entire pod? Head to the Volleyball State podcast fee wherever you get your podcasts! Nebraska’s unbeaten season ends in tears in a five-set loss to Texas A&M in the regional final. Lincoln and Jeff recap one of the greatest - and heartbreaking - losses in Husker history. Show Sponsors: Alumni Hall, your home for Husker gear and merchandise. Save 15% on your order by menti...

Jack and Josh get together to recap Nebraska's incredible 83-80 win at Illinois to move to 11-0 for the first time in school history! They discuss it all, including Pryce Sandfort's career day, Jared Garcia's clutch second half points, and the game winner from Jamarques Lawrence. It's the Nebrasketball Hour! Music: Ian Aeillo For more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, acc...

Jack and Josh kick off another weekend by welcoming Jeff Sheldon and Lincoln Arneal from Volleyball State onto the pod to discuss Nebraska's season and their dominating run to the Elite Eight. Plus, they discuss Dylan Raiola and what they expect to happen with him over the next month. Music: Ian Aeillo For more from the I-80 Club, become a Patron and get bonus episodes, access to the I-80 Club Dis...

Ben starts by discussing the latest with the Sherrone Moore situation in Ann Arbor, and what Michigan does moving forward. Also, a preview of the LA Bowl with Washington and Boise State. Then, a FULL preview of the Big Ten hoops slate. Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club . And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube chan...

Mike Tanier of Too Deep Zone joins Josh on this week's I-80 Football Show to discuss a strange 2025 NFL season as the stretch run of the regular season arrives. They dive into the Eagles recent struggles, Mike Tomlin and the Steelers, why the surprise in Kansas City has been the lack of surprise, and the Dallas Cowboys. Plus, Mike's career and writing differently on his Substack vs. his previous s...

Jack and Kaleb get together almost speechless after Nebraska, as a 1.5 favorite, absolutely runs Wisconsin out of PBA 90-60. What could have possibly gone so right? Jack is tempted to say something potentially insane about that game; does he pull the trigger? Plus, this was the type of game we all expected if and when Nebraska ever had one of those white hot nights from three-point range, but they...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club . And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel ! Jack and Josh discuss a weird week on their end before diving into the news of the week regarding Nebraska firing coaches, what stands out about the new guys, and what is potentially left for the pr...

This episode was recorded live on Sunday night exclusively for subscribers of the Volleyball State tier of the I-80 Club. Want access in the future? Become a Patron today: patreon.com/i80club . And want to listen to the entire pod? Head to the Volleyball State podcast fee wherever you get your podcasts! Lincoln and Jeff recap the Tournament’s opening weekend with broadcaster Michella Chester. The...

There is so much to discuss! Ben looks back at Indiana’s first Big Ten title since 1967, the CFP path for the 3 Big Ten teams, and plenty of bowl and coaching news around the conference. Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club . And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel ! Music: Ian Aeillo For more from the I-80 Cl...

Jack and Kaleb react immediately to Nebraska's surprisingly easy victory over Creighton, discussing what went so right for the Husker defense and so wrong for Creighton all night. Plus, Sam Hoiberg responds to being called an "NAIA" player, Rienk Mast continues to be a nightmare to defend and Berke comes up huge on the boards. The guys also get gaudy with their NCAA tournament confidence ratings a...

Josh and Matt preview the biggest games in week 14 of the NFL! 0:00 - Intro 6:30 - Colts at Jaguars 18:35 - Steelers at Ravens 30:15 - Texans at Chiefs 42:40 - Eagles at Chargers 50:03 - Bears at Packers (including an all-time rant from Matt) Want more podcasts like this? Subscribe to the I-80 Club for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club . And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTu...

Following a busy week surrounding Nebraska football, Jack and Josh get together to look ahead to the next steps for the program, including the biggest questions on roster management and what's ahead in the months to come. 0:00 - Intro 13:00 - What does Nebraska football need to do with their roster? 17:00 - Nebraska's QB situation moving forward, especially if Dylan Raiola leaves 39:00 - How does...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club . And don’t forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel ! Josh and Jack pod for the first time since John Butler's firing to discuss where Nebraska goes next at DC, other coaches that could be on the chopping block, Emmett Johnson going pro, and Dylan Raiol...