Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson are back with another Husker247 Podcast. With the season opener nearly one week away, the guys discuss X-factors across the roster for the Big Red. The guys also discuss what the outlook could be for the Husker defense in coordinator Rob Aurich’s first year at the helm.

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(0:40): X-factors for the Big Red in 2026

(22:55): How good can Nebraska's defense be in 2026?

(31:15): Taking listener questions

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down the news of the week, including where things stand with the sellout streak and might Nebraska’s future non-conference schedules get an update? In the back half of the podcast, the guys discuss Nebraska’s quarterback spot and whether the Big Red is better at quarterback this season than in 2025.

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(0:00): Sell-out streak, future Power Four opponents

(22:06): Is Nebraska better at quarterback in 2026?

(33:24): What will Nebraska's first depth chart look like?

It’s a Thursday edition of the Husker247 Podcast. Nebraska rolls into the third week of fall camp and while there are some positions where there appears to be plenty of depth (offensive line, wide receiver) there are others where Nebraska still needs to find it before the season opener with Ohio.

In the back half of the podcast, the guys take listener questions, including what could be seen during the non-conference slate that would change the perception of the season, and where the sell out streak stands with time ticking away.

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(0:00): Intro

(6:27): Where the Huskers have depth

(17:37) : Where Nebraska needs more depth

(28:53) : Answering listener questions

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down what they saw during Tuesday’s open practice period in Lincoln. What stood out about Nebraska’s skill position players, the offensive line and more. The guys then get into an offensive lineman making a move this fall and hit on other topics from fall camp.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 break down Nebraska’s safety spot and where that group stacks up among the strongest Husker position groups, with names to know after hearing from safeties coach Tyler Yelk. The guys then discuss a pair of overlooked names at tight end and defensive tackle — more importantly, who can rise to enter the mix in the defensive tackle rotation. Lastly, where does Nebraska football stand in the college football conversation nationally? How can the Huskers elbow their way back into the national psyche?

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson of Husker247 discuss the open practice period from Tuesday's practice. What they saw, who stood out and what we learned from Nebraska football's defensive coaches and players after Tuesday's practice.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson break down position battles to know as fall camp gets underway this week in Lincoln. Who emerges at the running back spot? Are we talking enough about tight end? What will happen at cornerback? Listen in.

Michael Bruntz and Brian Christopherson run through what they learned during Nebraska Football’s local media day on Tuesday. What’s standing out on both the offensive and the defensive side on the eve of fall camp, which gets underway Wednesday? Listen in.