• UCLA vs Nebraska PREVIEW | USC - What Went Right & What’s Next
    2025/11/04
    Nebraska vs USC recap and UCLA preview — we break down the heartbreaking loss in Lincoln, Dylan Raiola’s injury, and what it means heading into next week’s matchup with UCLA. This episode covers Emmett Johnson’s breakout 165-yard rushing performance, a gutsy defensive effort against Caleb Williams’ Trojans, and how Matt Rhule and Marcus Satterfield might adjust with a new quarterback plan. We also dive into the offensive line’s ups and downs, the impact of Elijah Pritchett’s injury, and what Nebraska needs to clean up before facing the Bruins in Pasadena. Expect honest postgame reactions, a full breakdown of key stats, and early betting/fantasy talk for the UCLA matchup. Chapters 00:00 — Welcome & atmosphere in Memorial Stadium 01:00 — Dylan Raiola injury reaction & offensive fallout 03:30 — Defensive performance vs USC — holding the Trojans in check 17:10 — Elijah Pritchett injury & O-line struggles 19:30 — Emmett Johnson’s 29 carries for 165 yards 30:50 — Fantasy & prop recap 31:40 — UCLA preview: defensive matchups & QB plan 44:30 — Listener questions, betting lines & score predictions 57:00 — Final thoughts & closing Subscribe for weekly Huskers analysis, postgame reactions, and game previews all season long. Don’t miss our live breakdowns and fan Q&A every week. #gbr #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #BigTen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Huskers vs USC PREVIEW | Keys to Victory, Prop Bets & Northwestern Takeaways
    2025/10/28
    Nebraska vs USC takes center stage this week, and the Big Red Junkies break down everything Husker fans need to know — plus a full recap of the gritty win over Northwestern that set up this primetime showdown in Lincoln. We dissect how Matt Rhule’s team is evolving, how Dylan Raiola is progressing, and what to expect when the Huskers line up against Lincoln Riley’s explosive Trojans offense. We kick off with a Northwestern recap — the refs, the big momentum swings, and the performances that defined Nebraska’s bowl-clinching win. Then we turn to offensive development: Emmett Johnson’s rise, improved OL play, and Raiola’s smarter reads under pressure. From there, we go deep into the USC matchup — how to handle Riley’s spread attack, control the tempo, and where the Huskers can win up front. The crew wraps with prop bets, score predictions, and listener shout-outs (Julie, you’re officially part of the show). Chapters 00:00 – Intro + Northwestern Recap 03:45 – Ref Talk & Fan Reactions 08:10 – Offensive Line & Run Game Improvement 14:25 – Defensive Game Plan & Blitz Calls 19:45 – Player Shoutouts: Emmett Johnson, Vincent Chambers, Rex Guthrie 25:00 – Fan Questions & Scorecard Recap 31:00 – Transition to USC Preview 33:30 – USC Offense Breakdown: Lincoln Riley, Jalen Lemon, Toby Lane 39:40 – Defensive Keys & Matchups for Nebraska 46:00 – Prop Bets + Over/Under Picks 51:00 – Predictions & Closing Thoughts If you enjoy Husker talk with real insight and no fluff — subscribe, hit the bell, and drop your Nebraska vs USC predictions in the comments! #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #BigTen #GBR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 分
  • Matt Rhule to PSU?? | Nebraska vs Minnesota Preview + Maryland Recap
    2025/10/14
    The Big Red Junkies break down everything Husker fans are buzzing about — from Matt Rhule’s Penn State rumors to Nebraska’s win over Maryland, plus a full preview of the Minnesota matchup as Big Ten play heats up. BJ, Jed, and Matt open with the national headlines linking Rhule to Penn State — separating rumor from reality and explaining what his contract really means for Nebraska’s stability. Then they shift to a gritty Maryland recap, answering key questions about defensive dominance, running back rotation, and whether the offense is finally settling in. Finally, the crew dives deep into the Minnesota preview, spotlighting matchups to watch, how the Huskers can slow down the Gophers’ physical run game, and which quarterback gives Nebraska the best shot down the stretch. They wrap with bold score predictions, bowl outlooks, and a look at how the Big Ten West race is shaping up. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Rundown 02:37 – Matt Rhule to Penn State Rumors Explained 04:55 – Maryland Recap: Defense Delivers Again 07:21 – Maryland Q&A: Run Game, QB Play & Turning Points 18:42 – Transition: Big Ten Picture & Momentum 20:15 – Minnesota Preview: Matchups & Game Plan 25:40 – Minnesota Q&A: Keys, QB Choices & Predictions 36:39 – Final Thoughts & Closing If you love real Husker talk — no fluff, no clickbait — make sure to Subscribe, tap the 🔔, and drop your score prediction in the comments below! #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #BigTen #gbr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 11 分
  • Nebraska vs Maryland Predictions & Score Picks
    2025/10/10
    Quick-hit predictions for Nebraska at Maryland ahead of Saturday’s BTN kickoff. We scan the analytics (ESPN and others), check the market (spread and total), and lay out two scoring paths: one that pushes the OVER if Nebraska gets rolling, and one that lands UNDER if the Huskers start slow on their first true road test. Final picks at the end. Chapters 00:00 Intro & Kickoff (BTN 2:30 CT) 00:47 Win Probabilities Snapshot (ESPN ~33% MD; models 22–41%) 01:21 Vegas Line: Nebraska -6.5 | Total 48.5 02:27 Case for the OVER (Huskers offense path) 04:42 Case for the UNDER (first true road rhythm) 04:49 Final Picks & Wrap What we cover • Models and ESPN odds for Maryland’s upset chances • Line movement and total overview (why 48.5 feels tight) • The “OVER” script vs the “UNDER” script based on tempo/start • Our final picks and confidence reads If you enjoy Big Red Junkies, hit Subscribe and tap the bell so you never miss previews, post-game reactions, or recruiting chats. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #BigTen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 分
  • Nebraska vs Maryland PREVIEW + Takeaways from MSU Win
    2025/10/06
    Nebraska football fans—enjoy this one. We break down the Huskers’ gritty win over Michigan State and push back on the doom-and-gloom, then pivot into a full Maryland preview with matchups, game-plan tweaks, and keys to keep the momentum rolling. In this episode of Big Red Junkies, BJ, Matt, and Jed recap a chaotic, wind-whipped game that swung on defense, special teams, and late execution. We talk Dylan Raiola’s decision-making, the sack discourse (scheme vs. OL), and why the front seven’s surge matters going forward. Then it’s on to Maryland: what the Terps do well, where Nebraska can attack, and why this matchup should favor the Blackshirts if we win early downs, protect situationally, and stay aggressive with the ball out on time. We also hit on Emmett Johnson’s usage as a safety valve, Barney’s return game, and the ongoing Big Ten QB arms race that’s changing how games are called. Finally, we make our weekly over/unders: sacks allowed, Maryland rushing total, total yards (Raiola vs. Malik Washington), special teams TD odds, turnover battle, TFL edge, and who leads Nebraska in tackles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Nebraska vs Michigan State PREVIEW: Can Huskers Air It Out & Fix the Red Zone?
    2025/10/01
    Husker Nation, this one’s personal. Bye week’s over—now it’s Sparty’s turn in the woodchipper. Let’s talk where Nebraska attacks and why this should be a get-right Saturday. We open with the team’s mindset—no smiles, just business. Then we dive into Michigan State’s offense under Jonathan Smith and a mobile QB who’ll pull it down—but ball security isn’t perfect and their WR room leans on just a couple guys. We hit MSU’s defense: top-50 vs the run, but rough on third down and 93rd in red-zone D—exactly where Nebraska focused during the bye. We talk Huskers’ red-zone/run-game fixes, the O-line shakeup watch (Pritchett chatter vs “Gunner Tool”), and why Nebraska’s secondary + pass rush match up well if MSU’s OL shuffles again. We also call out the sneaky special teams storyline (MSU’s punter nukes the ball), then fire through prop bets on Raiola yards, RB2 carries, MSU passing total, third-down vs punt average, Emmett Johnson total yards, and which defense allows more pressure. We close with predictions: point spread, total, and whether Nebraska steps on the gas or coasts. 00:08:11 Michigan State Offense – Mobile QB, limited WR distribution, OL shuffle talk, turnover notes 00:18:31 Michigan State Defense – Run-D strength vs Nebraska’s red-zone/run-game fixes; third-down issues 00:23:12 Interesting/ Funny Fact – This could be a special-teams game: MSU’s punter bombs it, elite net punting 00:26:04 Prop Bets – Raiola passing line, RB2 carries, MSU pass yards vs Blackshirts, 3rd-down vs punt avg, Emmett total yards, pressure allowed 00:55:09 Predictions – Spread/total talk, why we think Nebraska rolls, style-points vs coast mode What say you, Husker Nation—do we hang 40+ or does this turn into a punter duel? Drop your prop picks and score in the comments! #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #GBR #HuskerNation #MattRhule #DylanRaiola #BigTen #NebraskaVsMichiganState #CollegeFootball #HuskerPodcast #BRJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 4 分
  • The Sky is Falling? | Raiola is a BUST? | Michigan vs Nebraska Recap
    2025/09/24
    Somber? Sure. Sky-is-falling? Hell no. Nebraska got mauled up front—but Raiola and the defense showed real growth. Let’s talk like adults, Husker Nation. We open on the fan meltdown and why it’s overcooked. Then we get into the real football: the DL held up better than most expected, but the O-line (especially at LT) was a problem all night. We argue the Elijah Pritchett vs “Gunner Tool” question and why penalties > drive-killing sacks. RB room? Thin. Emmett ran hard but isn’t a true RB1 and pass pro burned us—bad. We clap back at the national talking heads ripping Dylan Raiola; the kid threw darts under constant heat and still stacked numbers. We also hit the secondary quietly bodying Michigan’s hyped QB, the difference a few explosive runs made, and why roster building (recruiting + NIL) must target DL and RB. We close with prop-bet results, fan leaderboard shoutouts, and a bye-week tease. 📌 TOPICS COVERED (auto-chapters): 00:00 Cold Open & Somber Welcome – “Sky is falling?” 00:45 Fan Meltdown Rant – What’s real vs noise 02:45 Positives First: DL exceeded expectations 04:30 RB Room Reality – Emmett’s limits & pass-pro problems 05:50 LT Debate – Elijah Pritchett vs “Gunner Tool” (penalties vs sacks) 08:15 Trenches Truth – Got whipped; context for MSU/PSU ahead 10:35 National Media Clapback – Cover 3, Fornelli/Bud takes called out 12:45 Raiola Under Fire/Sacked 7x…Still Deals (Illinois comp) 15:05 Stop the Cherry-Picking – Flags, big plays, and lazy narratives 17:05 QB Archetypes – Mahomes/Stafford comps & why it matters 20:00 Raiola Ankle Sprain Note & Toughness 22:10 Eddie George/Avon Story – quick breather, same point 23:12 Secondary Love – Limiting Michigan’s $$$ QB, red-zone moment 24:30 Buford Bust & Rotation – accountability on the back end 25:40 Run D Minus Explosives – different game if you cap the 3 big ones 26:40 Adjustments? Jumbo help for LT that never came 27:20 RB Usage – pass-pro, no true #1, where’s Quentin Hines? 28:10 Recruiting/NIL Real Talk – DL & RB must be fixed 30:00 Prop Bets Recap – who hit, who whiffed 32:40 Fan Picks Shoutouts – leaderboard + thanks 33:20 Bye-Week Tease & Wrap Are we overreacting—or not enough? Who would you start at LT next game, and how would you patch RB usage? Drop your takes below 👇 #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #BigRedJunkies #DylanRaiola #MattRhule #GBR #HuskerNation #B1G #CollegeFootball #HuskerPodcast #GoBigRed #Cornhuskers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Nebraska vs Michigan: Raiola vs Underwood, Houseman Returns, and the ONE Thing NU Must Do
    2025/09/16
    HATE WEEK. We’re talking how Nebraska can rock a juiced Memorial Stadium and make Michigan feel it early. Yes, we said it: punch them in the mouth. ▶ What’s inside: We start with Michigan’s offense—freshman QB Bryce Underwood (live arm, legit runner) and RB Justin Haynes (big-play merchant) vs Nebraska’s pressure looks. We get into why Underwood’s efficiency craters under heat and why NU’s third-down defense could flip the game. Then Michigan’s defense: the Ernest Hausmann storyline, how they blitz, where they’re gettable, and why NU may need quick-game and Emmett Johnson in space instead of stubborn downhill stuff. We drop one spicy fact about Michigan’s special teams quirk (punt returns) and then rip through prop bets—Raiola vs Underwood total yards, Emmett vs Haynes all-purpose, third-down battle, and who leads NU in receiving. Finally: predictions and totals. 📌 TOPICS COVERED (Auto-Chapters): 00:00 Intro – “F**k Michigan Week” + housekeeping 10:07 Michigan Offense – Underwood, Haynes, explosives, pressure plan 15:57 Michigan Defense – Hausmann, blitz tendencies, how NU should attack 18:58 Interesting Nugget – Michigan’s odd punt-return profile 30:21 Prop Bets – QB totals, Emmett vs Haynes, 3rd downs, leading WR 01:01:35 Predictions & Picks – Spread/total talk and who wins Quick receipts from the show (used in the breakdown): NU 3rd-down D allowing ~21.1% (Top-10 nationally); Michigan O ~44.7% on 3rd. Michigan D has 5 INTs in 3 games; 7 takeaways total. Michigan punt-return output has been rough despite a decorated kicker. Your prop-bet segment starts ~00:30:21; picks close ~01:01:35–01:04:30. Husker Nation—who wins the QB yards battle: Raiola or Underwood? And give us your score picks below. Don’t be shy, Michigan fans—pile in. 😈 #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #GBR #HuskerNation #MattRhule #BigTen #CollegeFootball #BRJ #DylanRaiola #BeatMichigan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 8 分