HuskerOnline Podcast

We share more from the Elite 11 on Nebraska QB commit Trae Taylor and break down the pivotal month of June ahead for Husker recruiting. We also bring you the latest on Nebraska basketball after hearing from Fred Hoiberg this week and put a bow on another memorable Nebraska sports season on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show. Plus, on "What If Wednesday," we revisit 1996 and explore an intriguing alternate-history scenario involving Frank Solich and the Minnesota head coaching job.

We recap Nebraska QB commit Trae Taylor's standout performance at the Elite 11 and discuss whether a trip to The Opening later this month could be next. We also dive into a pivotal June for Nebraska recruiting, look ahead to what's next for the Huskers, and reflect on a memorable 2025-26 athletic year following the conclusion of baseball and softball on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

Huskers softball delivered a dramatic walk-off win at the WCWS, as Oklahoma City continues to be a special stage for Nebraska athletics. We also preview this weekend's Elite 11 Finals as Nebraska QB commit Trae Taylor prepares to compete, and break down the Big Ten's growing influence in college athletics as the SEC weighs its next move. It's all on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We set the stage for a huge weekend with Nebraska softball at the WCWS and baseball regionals. We also break down Nebraska's early kickoff times, the Black Friday matchup at Iowa, and preview the Elite 11 with Husker QB commit TraeTaylor on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

Big Ten spring meetings brought more discussion about a possible 24-team College Football Playoff. What path would benefit Nebraska the most? The Huskers also landed another four-star offensive line commitment, Nebraska basketball added an exhibition game with Saint Louis, and "What If Wednesday" takes us back to 2004 and Houston Nutt — all on this week's HuskerOnline Show.

Big Ten spring meetings begin this week. What major storylines will emerge? Nebraska softball punches its ticket to Super Regionals, while Husker baseball locks up the No. 2 seed for the Big Ten Tournament. Plus, Mayhem Monday takes us back to 2017, when former AD Shawn Eichorst tried to get Nebraska out of playing on Black Friday. It's all on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

Nebraska OL coach Geep Wade joins the show to discuss his transition to NU, while we break down a massive sports weekend with softball regionals, baseball, Big Ten Track & Field in Lincoln and more on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:65cb3e94-a79d-43b9-8529-993569fe0e1e-0" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:65cb3e94-a79d-43b9-8529-993569fe0e1e-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> We react to the CSC vs. Nebraska case, QB Anthony Colandrea shares some interesting thoughts, we break down the newly released 2026-27 men's basketball schedule, and "What If Wednesday" takes us back to 1999 — all on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

Nebraska QB Anthony Colandrea takes NU's top four wide receivers to Florida for a workout, Husker softball earns the No. 4 national seed, baseball sweeps Iowa, and "Mayhem Monday" takes us back to 2006 when Sam Keller left Arizona State Sun Devils for Nebraska Cornhuskers. It's all on this week's HuskerOnline Headlines Show!

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)" dir="auto" data-turn-id="5d63de9e-8bdf-4d8c-9b3b-258458b698e8" data-testid="conversation-turn-5" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"> *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:fe23a83b-dea2-4a4d-9de1-188c6e31c8c8-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Nebraska will open the season at Illinois on Friday, May 6, while Trae Taylor continues to draw heavy interest from Ohio State and DB commit Tory Pittmann III is being pursued by LSU and Miami. We also discuss Nebraska volleyball's season-opening stops in Las Vegas, AT&T Stadium and Wrigley Field, plus Flashback Friday takes us back to Nebraska's 2009 trip to Baylor — all on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines. </sec

We give our thoughts on the late addition of 2026 WR Maurice Purify II, discuss the future revenue potential of neutral-site games, and break down why an expanded 24-team College Football Playoff could be closer to reality. Plus, "What If Wednesday" takes us back to Nebraska's 2008 recruiting class on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

The Big Ten paid out $1.37 billion to its members in 2024-25, up from $883 million the year before. We break down what that means, react to five-star TE Ahmad Hudson's commitment to LSU, recap the softball and baseball weekends, and deliver a jam-packed odds-and-ends segment on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

USA Today's Matt Hayes joins the show to discuss the SEC-Big Ten battle over the College Football Playoff. We also break down high school NIL numbers from Pete Nakos's latest article, Nebraska's postseason baseball ticket policy that has been met with controversy, and revisit a memorable 2015 showdown against Michigan State Spartans on Flashback Friday. Plus more on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)" dir="auto" data-turn-id="be1b4c31-dcd4-4e03-a831-963daad93a7f" data-testid="conversation-turn-1" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"> *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:bbb0f3e5-0168-4d3a-9cf5-5d92a96519e2-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> We discuss the trends from the 2026 NFL Draft, the situation involving Brendan Sorsby, the USA Today report regarding a former Nebraska Cornhuskers women's basketball assistant coach, and revisit Turner Gill on this week's "What If Wednesday" segment on the latest edition of the

We react to Nebraska AD Troy Dannen's comments on NIL and boosters, along with NU's upcoming battle with the CSC. We also share our thoughts on the Huskers' draft weekend, recap the Zach Bryan concert and how things went Saturday, and close with a jam-packed odds-and-ends segment featuring a variety of topics. All on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

Running backs coach EJ Barthel joins the show to talk NFL Draft weekend, Emmett Johnson, and break down the running back room coming out of spring. We also preview the Zach Bryan concert at Memorial Stadium this weekend, and "Flashback Friday" on HuskerOnline Headlines looks back at Bob Devaney's first NFL Draft class.

We set the stage for NFL Draft weekend, dive into discussions about a possible 24-team College Football Playoff, revisit a "What If Wednesday" centered on Danny Woodhead, and bring you the latest on the basketball transfer portal—all on this week's edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson is poised to become the first Husker RB drafted since 2016. We reflect on that, break down baseball's big weekend, discuss softball's rise to No. 1, and bring you a Mayhem Monday you won't want to miss on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)" dir="auto" data-turn-id="36c2649f-e74c-4efd-bd72-fec120972b2e" data-testid="conversation-turn-1" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"> *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:39f67924-67ed-4db4-b4e7-290e9a2543a7-8" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> We react to the proposed $600 million Memorial Stadium project and its timeline, break down what five-for-five could mean for Nebraska football and basketball, and bring you the latest on the basketball portal, along with upcoming baseball and softball matchups on the newest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We hit the latest on the basketball transfer portal, break down the defensive line and spring games, and take "What If Wednesday" back to 1997—what if Tom Osborne kept coaching? Plus, we bring you the latest from spring volleyball on a new edition of HuskerOnline.

It's been a quiet April on the football front, but the basketball transfer portal has stayed busy. Plus, Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh makes a surprising exit in Madison. We break down that and more on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

Nebraska basketball is off and rolling in the transfer portal. We break down the latest addition and a new visitor to watch. Plus, the NCAA is considering a uniform five-years-to-play-five eligibility model. We also discuss how quiet spring football has been nationally, and Flashback Friday takes us back to former Husker great Lavonte David—all on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines. (2:26) Husker Hoops adds first major transfer portal piece (13:38) Spring football practice everywhere seems to be tamped down (22:21) NCAA pushing for eligibility standards (36:56) Flashback Friday (Lavonte David) (50:04) Odds/Ends

We react to the news of Berke Buyuktuncel entering the transfer portal, talk about the Big Ten's dominance and if the league should consider getting rid of its conference title game. Plus, on our first "What if Wednesday," we discuss what might have happened if Nebraska won the Big 12 in 2009. Do they still leave for the Big 12 that spring?

Nebraska's 2026 sports year is off to a red-hot start. We weigh in on AJ Ferrari's departure from NU wrestling, and Mayhem Monday is back as we relive a unique situation from the 2021 season, all on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines!

We hit on the future NIL discussion and if the basketball season's success could have an impact on football money? Also, should conference title games be eliminated? We discuss what's next for Pryce Sandfort with his upcoming surgery and more on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We put a wrap on spring football and discuss what's next for Nebraska, get the latest on Husker basketball from Robin Washut's sitdown with Fred Hoiberg and discuss NU's upcoming volleyball match at Wrigley Field on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

We put a wrap on spring football as we discuss everything we learned following Saturday's Red-White spring game on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We put a wrap on Nebraska basketball's Sweet 16 season from Houston, and get you read for Saturday's Red-White spring game on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We set the stage from Houston for the Nebraska vs. Iowa basketball game in the Sweet 16 and discuss NU's upcoming Red-White game on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

We put a wrap on a memorable weekend in Oklahoma City, prepare you for Round 3 of Nebraska vs. Iowa in Houston, discuss the upcoming spring football game and more on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We set the stage for Nebraska's Round of 32 match-up against Vanderbilt and recap what was one of the more special days for Nebraska fans in several years as NU took down Troy in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We set the stage for Nebraska's opening game in the NCAA tournament against Troy from Oklahoma City in the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

Nebraska fans prepare for an OKC takeover as we size up the Huskers' opening round draw. We also look at the rest of the Big Ten teams in the field and discuss 2027 recruit Trae Taylor's invite to the Elite 11 on the latest episode of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We discuss Nebraska football's battle with the CSC, weigh in on spring football practice and get you ready for Selection Sunday on the latest episode of HuskerOnline Headlines.

Nebraska prepares for its first major scrimmage of the spring, plus the NU will host a major recruiting weekend with 20+ visitors. We hit on that and set the stage for Iowa vs. Nebraska basketball on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We heard from Nebraska's QBs and RBs for the first time this spring, including transfer Anthony Colandrea. What did we learn? Plus, should Nebraska eliminate state tax on NIL like the state of Mississippi just did, and the latest on NU basketball on this week's edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

We give our early takeaways on Nebraska's spring after five practices, discuss why NU's coaching staff went to the NFL Combine, and more thoughts on Husker basketball out in LA in the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We discuss the latest from spring practice, including the offensive line, running back position and the changes Matt Rhule has made this off-season, plus we get you ready for Nebraska basketball's LA trip on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We cover the latest from spring football, including Brett Maher's introductory press conference and what we learned about the defense. We also discuss Nebraska basketball's West Coast trip and what's next on the latest HuskerOnline Show.

What will Nebraska's offensive identity be in 2026, and how much will the QB run game factor in. Also, what new faces might emerge on defense? We hit on that and more in the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headline.

We react to everything we learned from head coach Matt Rhule, DC Rob Aurich and OC Dana Holgorsen as Nebraska opens up spring practice on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We get you prepared for the start of spring practice, talk Nebraska basketball and more on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

We break down the key questions facing Nebraska heading into spring practice, the five most significant transfers, Husker basketball at Iowa, and a big weekend for NU baseball and softball on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

Nebraska will begin spring practice this week, marking 45 days since we last heard from Matt Rhule. Emmett Johnson's draft stock is on the rise, plus we look back at the past seven years of Husker NFL Combine invites and talk Nebraska basketball on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We share our thoughts on Bill Moos's new book, break down Nebraska's NFL Combine invites, preview the March 28 spring game, and talk Husker basketball on the latest edition of the HuskerOnline Show.

We discuss Nebraska's latest defensive staff hire, Tyler Yelk and South Carolina transfer offensive lineman Tree Babalade joined the show as spring ball approaches. Plus, who are the projected starters on the offensive line? Nebraska basketball has another big game this week with Purdue and we weigh in on North Dakota State joining the Mountain West on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We break down former Husker Roger Craig's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and debate who could be next. Nebraska heads into spring football with four quarterbacks on the roster — is that enough? We also discuss On3's deep dive into the chaos of NIL and preview Saturday's Nebraska-Rutgers basketball matchup on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We discuss the most recent Nebraska football staff moves, signing day, adding more scholarships and preview Saturday's Husker basketball game at Rutgers.

We recap Nebraska's Junior Day weekend and Signing Day, break down Ceyair Wright and DeShon Singleton's week at the Senior Bowl, discuss Nebraska basketball's much-needed breather after a tough loss to Illinois, and note former Husker Jake Peetz coaching for Seattle in the Super Bowl on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.

We preview Nebraska's big recruiting weekend, size up the Husker roster and set the stage for NU's basketball game against Illinois on the latest edition of HuskerOnline Headlines.