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The Pick Six Podcast - Husker sports news and analysis

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A can't-miss conversation between World-Herald staff writers covering the week's top Nebraska football topics.

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Omaha World-Herald

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Jun 25, 2026

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Episodes

Dylan Raiola signs, Chubba Purdy transfers and more Nebraska Signing Day news 21.12.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Dylan Raiola signed with Nebraska, Chubba Purdy's transfer and more Nebraska Signing Day news. Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Nebraska land both Dylan Raiola and Kyle McCord? 13.12.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at the latest Nebraska recruiting news, including Dylan Raiola and Kyle McCord. The crew discuss the latest offseason Husker news like will Raiola flip from Georgia to Nebraska, and if he does, will the Huskers also land Ohio State transfer quarterback Kyle McCord. They also discuss Nebraska basketbal...

Who Nebraska football is targeting in the transfer portal 06.12.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at Nebraska football's strategy for the transfer portal, particularly at quarterback. The crew opens with a look at who Nebraska is targeting in the transfer portal, and what the strategy going forward is as the CFP moves to a 12-team field. They close out with a quick break down of where Nebraska men...

What Nebraska will look for in a transfer portal quarterback 30.11.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel discuss what positions Nebraska football targets in the portal, what's going on with the Husker offensive staff and more. The crew opens with a discussion of Matt Rhule's end-of-season press conference and if Nebraska takes a transfer quarterback, what his skillset will be. They also discuss Nebraska basketball's...

How Nebraska's result vs. Iowa will impact the offseason plus Senior Day questions 22.11.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel discuss the significance behind a crucial rivalry game vs. Iowa, and how the Huskers' result will affect the program's future and fans' stance on Matt Rhule's first season. The crew then breaks down the senior class with a brief look at each player's time at NU and talk about some Senior Day question marks around...

Nebraska's unprecedentedly bad quarterback play with Dirk Chatelain 15.11.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel are joined by special guest Dirk Chatelain to discuss Nebraska's horrific quarterback play on Saturday and how the position may ultimately cost the Huskers from a bowl game. The guys open with talking about Dirk's cameo on the Big Ten Network documentary over Nebraska volleyball, and how this season stacks up com...

Will Nebraska look for a quarterback in the transfer portal? 08.11.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Nebraska might look for in a transfer portal quarterback, how the Big Ten might punish Michigan and more. The crew opens with Nebraska playing Maryland on Peacock, before moving onto how the loss to Michigan State changes the tenor of the rest of the season. They then talk about the Big Ten's...

Nebraska travels to Michigan State and answering rapid fire questions 01.11.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska vs. Michigan State and answer rapid fire questions. After opening the podcast with a recap of Halloween, the crew opens a quick look at the Nebraska's defense and if their stats are the result of the Huskers talent and Tony White ... or the opponents they have faced. Next, they discuss Nebr...

Nebraska volleyball's giant win, and the progress of Husker football winning ugly 25.10.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down Nebraska volleyball's win over Wisconsin and discuss how the Husker football winning ugly is actually progress. The crew opens with Nebraska volleyball's win over Wisconsin, and if a loss in the regular season would help or deter the Huskers on their quest for a national title. They then move on to foo...

Pick Six Podcast: Why Nebraska-Wisconsin feels like "Match of the Century", and the football fishbowl 18.10.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Saturday's No. 1 Nebraska-No. 2 Wisconsin volleyball match feels so much bigger and the various factors that make it feel like the sport's "Match of the Century". The guys discuss how vastly the sport of volleyball has grown, and how TV networks are beginning to treat women's sports as a whole befo...

Who will step up for Nebraska on offense? Plus SEC vs. Big Ten football 11.10.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down the first half of the season and look ahead to the final six games. They also look at the differences between SEC and Big Ten football. The crew opens by breaking down the first half of the season and what they like and dislike from the Huskers so far. They then move on to address  Tom's recent column...

What Nebraska vs. Illinois means now and for the rest of the season? 04.10.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska football's game at Illinois and what it means for the Huskers now and rest of the season. The crew opens by looking at the big picture of Nebraska football, particularly what coach Matt Rhule said on Monday. Where the Huskers go from here this season and how these last seven games are a sor...

Less hype for Nebraska vs. Michigan? Plus the Huskers' offense goes old school 27.09.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska vs. No. 2 Michigan and if there is less hype for the game. They also break down the Husker offense going old school. The crew opens with a look ahead at the Huskers' game against No. 2 Michigan and why it feels like there is less hype for the game than normal. They also take a look at how t...

Nebraska looking for answers at quarterback, running back ahead of Louisiana Tech 20.09.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska vs. Louisiana Tech and the questions the Huskers must answer at quarterback and running back. The crew opens by looking ahead to the Louisiana Tech game. Who will start at quarterback, Jeff Sims or Heinrich Haarberg? What will happen with the Huskers' top two running backs out for the seaso...

Too harsh, too soon on Nebraska, Matt Rhule? Plus Husker volleyball's Top 5 win 13.09.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Nebraska football needs to do after the 0-2 start, what's going on at quarterback and Husker volleyball's Top 5 win. Right off the top, the crew begin with No. 4 Nebraska volleyball's four-set win over No. 5 Stanford. They then turn to football and Matt Rhule's press conference on Monday where...

Can Nebraska fix its offense and looking ahead to Colorado rivalry 06.09.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel look ahead to Nebraska's trip to Colorado and break down how the Huskers lost to Minnesota. The crew starts what Colorado game and rivalry means. They then turn to what cost Nebraska the season opener at Minnesota — the offense — and if the Huskers can fix it in one week. The trio then continues their breakdown o...

Pick Six Podcast: A huge week for the Huskers — Volleyball Day in Nebraska, Matt Rhule's debut 29.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down a huge week in Nebraska Athletics: Volleyball's Memorial Stadium match and football's season opener. The crew opens with a look ahead at Volleyball Day in Nebraska and what this means for the sport. Plus they look at how this is the perfect time to hold the event. They then turn to Nebraska football's...

Kicking off NU fall sports, Part 5: Recapping Nebraska volleyball's scrimmage and previewing the 2023 season 23.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season. The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director. They then discuss wh...

Kicking off NU fall sports, Part 4: Breaking down recent Nebraska fall camp news 23.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season. The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director. They then discuss wh...

Kicking off NU fall sports, Part 3: Who will win the Big Ten West? 23.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season. The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director. They then discuss wh...

Kicking off NU fall sports, Part 2: Breaking down Nebraska football's offense 23.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season. The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director. They then discuss wh...

Kicking off NU fall sports, Part 1: What does Ted Carter leaving mean for Nebraska Athletics and why it matters 23.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down why Ted Carter leaving Nebraska matters, predict who will win the Big Ten West and preview Husker volleyball's season. The crew starts with Ted Carter leaving Nebraska for Ohio State and what may be key Carter's replacement — retaining Trev Alberts as the Huskers athletic director. They then discuss wh...

Nebraska's 2023 outlook, Part 4: A glance at Nebraska volleyball's lineup 16.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Husker fans can expect from Nebraska football this season, break down conference realignment and more.  In part 4, they close out with Nebraska volleyball. What can we learn from the Red-White Scrimmage? What's going on with Nebraska's setter competition? How much playing time will Nebraska's...

Nebraska's 2023 outlook, Part 3: What's going on with the Big Ten adding Oregon and Washington? 16.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Husker fans can expect from Nebraska football this season, break down conference realignment and more. In part 3, the crew then moves onto the recent conference realignment. Why did Oregon and Washington move to the Big Ten? Will there one day be one or two superconferences  Support the show:...

Nebraska's 2023 outlook, Part 2: Breaking down Nebraska's new 3-3-5 defensive scheme 16.08.2023

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel take a look at what Husker fans can expect from Nebraska football this season, break down conference realignment and more. In part 2, they then turn to breaking down Nebraska's defense and the 3-3-5 scheme. Who will benefit from the scheme the most? Who will be the starters and which positions are still figuring...

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