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

We're breaking down the Cornhusker’s frustrating trip to Minnesota and looking ahead to this week’s showdown against Northwestern. BJ, Matt, and Jed go deep on coaching questions — especially the offensive line and quarterback rooms — before diving into fan prop bets and game predictions. This episode blends analysis, humor, and brutal honesty as the guys debate whether the Huskers’ offensive issues come down to scheme, development, or leadership. They also tackle what to expect from Northwestern’s defensive front, how Nebraska’s young QBs are progressing, and which coaches might be feeling the most pressure heading into this Big Ten matchup. Chapters 00:00 – Opening Banter & Minnesota Recap 05:30 – What Went Wrong in Minneapolis 10:45 – Coaching Talk: OL & QB Coaches Under Fire 20:00 – Can the Offense Recover This Week? 26:10 – Transition to Northwestern Preview 27:00 – Northwestern’s Strengths & Matchup Outlook 33:45 – Keys for Nebraska to Bounce Back 39:20 – Fan Questions & Prop Bets Segment 46:30 – Final Predictions & Closing Thoughts Whether you’re tailgating, driving, or just venting after a tough loss, this one’s for every Husker fan who bleeds red. Subscribe for weekly Nebraska football talk, honest analysis, and a few cold beers’ worth of perspective. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #BigTen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

Huskers vs. Houston Christian (preview with prop bets & predictions).Secondary: Brief Akron postgame vibes, Matt Rhule’s halftime fire, team stat trends, depth chart notes (e.g., Pritchett), and BRJ fantasy scoring chatter. Nebraska just emptied the clip on Akron—and now it’s get-right, stay-mean week. Houston Christian’s rolling into Lincoln, and we’re ready to feast. Let’s talk how the Huskers bully this matchup and where the smart props live. We open with a quick Akron debrief and Matt Rhule’s halftime switch-flip—exactly the edge Husker fans have been begging for. Then it’s a clean preview of Houston Christian: tempo, run game, and where Nebraska should choke out drives. We hit the numbers, the tendencies, and one wild special teams moment you won’t believe. Finally, we go full BRJ: prop bets, over/unders, and how this should set the tone before the Big Ten grind. 00:00 Intro + Akron afterglow, Rhule’s halftime edge 23:55 Opponent Offense – Houston Christian tendencies, pace, run focus 26:04 Opponent Defense – TFLs allowed, key defenders, where NU eats 33:22 Funny/Interesting Fact – HCU history name change & former Husker kicker 49:53 Prop Bets – Sacks, YPP, missed tackles, fumbles, “what’s higher?” angles 01:03:51 Predicting the Game – Mindset, tune-up expectations, drop your scores Husker Nation—how nasty should this get? Drop your score prediction and your favorite prop in the comments. GBR. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #GBR #MattRhule #BigTen #CollegeFootball #HuskerNation #BRJ #DylanRaiola #Blackshirts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s “handle your business” week. We break down Akron like real Husker fans do—no fluff, just what matters on Saturday. We open with a few takeaways from Cincinnati, then flip straight into the Akron preview. We hit how the Zips want to play on offense, why this year’s defense is basically a reset, drop one ridiculously fun Akron history nugget (yes, that Chuck Taylor), run through our prop bets, and plant the flag that Nebraska is moving to 2–0. Chapters below. What say you, Husker Nation—too confident or not confident enough? Drop your score and best prop in the comments. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #GBR #HuskerNation #MattRhule #BigTen #CollegeFootball #HuskerPodcast #Akron #Cornhuskers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one’s all about Thursday night: Nebraska vs Cincinnati. We break down what Raiola and the Huskers offense absolutely have to do to walk out 1–0. We open with why this matchup matters and how it sets the tone for the season. From there, it’s a straight shot into Dylan Raiola—what we’ve seen, what worries us, and what has to click with the receivers and O‑line. We get into Cincinnati’s profile and where Nebraska can exploit them, the few spots the Bearcats can make life annoying, and the exact things we want to see from Rhule’s game plan. Then we close with score predictions and where the Huskers need to be better in money downs. It’s blunt, it’s fan-first, and we’re not sugarcoating a thing. 📌 TOPICS COVERED: 00:00 Intro – Why this Cincinnati game matters 01:00 Nebraska Offense – Raiola expectations & WR timing 03:00 O‑Line & Run Game – What has to work early 10:00 Matchup Talk – Where Cincinnati can punch back 11:00 Adjustments – How Nebraska should counter 14:00 Predictions – Win/Loss talk & confidence level 15:00 Money Downs – 3rd down, red zone, finishing drives 22:00 Re‑Set – What will tell us the story by halftime 23:00 What We Want to See – Identity checks on offense 25:00 Final Thoughts – Keys we’ll live or die by What say you, Husker Nation—are we overrating the offense or is this the night Raiola plants the flag? Drop your score and your #1 key in the comments. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #HuskerNation #GBR #MattRhule #DylanRaiola #CollegeFootball #BigTen #HuskerPodcast #Cornhuskers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everybody’s chirping that Nebraska’s defense is too small, too green, and not ready for Big Ten smash‑mouth. Nah. We’re calling BS—and we brought receipts. We kick off Week Zero with a straight‑up rant about the national narrative and why the spring/summer “offense struggled” headlines never credit a defense that’s actually making strides. Then we dive into Tony White vs. John Butler résumé talk and how fans read that matchup, the “undersized linebackers” debate vs. raw athleticism, and why a faster, smarter, more cohesive front can still bully people when it counts. We also hit on the D‑line coaching shift—speed + power, master one move, play as a unit—and what that means on Saturdays. Plus a quick note on special teams (Archie Wilson and the punt team vibes) and the single‑digit leadership tradition carrying forward. Are we overconfident or dead‑on about this defense? Drop your hottest take below—what’s the ONE spot you’re most confident in on D? #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #HuskerNation #GBR #MattRhule #TonyWhite #BigTen #CollegeFootball #Blackshirts #BigRedJunkies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re putting our money (and our shots) where our mouths are – it’s time for the Big Red Junkies 2025 Nebraska Football Prop Bet Special! This episode is all about bold Huskers predictions. BJ, Matt, Jed, and guest Elijah Herbel from the Average Joe Sports Show  ⁨@TheAJSportsShow⁩  go line-by-line through our official season-long over/unders for 2025. We’re talking Dylan Raiola’s passing yards, Emmett Johnson’s workload, sack totals, turnovers, and even punt return production (yes, we went there). Plus, heated debates on All-Big Ten nods, Holgorsen’s offensive throttle, and which players are primed for breakout seasons.It’s stat talk, smack talk, and just enough whiskey-fueled trash talk to keep it classic Big Red Junkies. What do you think, Husker Nation — which of these props would you hammer the over on? Drop your takes in the comments and we’ll add you to the official spreadsheet! #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #GBR #MattRhule #DylanRaiola #CollegeFootball #HuskerNation #HuskerPodcast #BigTen #GoBigRed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Rhule says the magic formula is 40 sacks and 20 takeaways. So can Nebraska actually pull it off in 2025? In this episode, the Junkies dive into what it’ll take for Nebraska to reach that all-important “40/20” defensive mark—40 sacks and 20 takeaways. This is the goal Rhule laid out when he first got to Lincoln, and hitting it has historically meant double-digit wins for teams across the country. We break down what it would take to get there: John Butler's attacking style and what it means for the pass rush How Nebraska’s defensive depth at JACK, EDGE, and DB could create chaos Why opponents playing from behind may boost our takeaway numbers What chunk games like Akron and HCU will mean for piling up stats Why 40/20 might be the minimum if Nebraska wants to win 11 games You’ll also hear our takes on Rhule’s tone, the confidence in the defensive line, and what this means for the Big Ten race in 2025. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #MattRhule #Blackshirts #CollegeFootball #BigTen #GBR #HuskerDefense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dylan Raiola is walking into Lincoln with little to no Heisman hype — can he actually sling it for 3,400+ yards in this season? The Junkies break down a bold stat line prediction for Dylan Raiola’s freshman season — and whether he can reach 3,400 passing yards in 2025. If he does, it would be the second-highest total in Nebraska history. They dive into how realistic that number is based on Nebraska's offensive scheme, Raiola's talent, the O-line situation, and the weapons surrounding him.Matt Rhule’s game management style, Dana Holgorsen’s long-term plans, and the strength of Nebraska’s running game all come into play in the over/under discussion. Expect hot takes, stat math, and plenty of disagreement on whether Raiola’s arm will carry Nebraska to the Big Ten title game. Do you think Dylan Raiola clears 3,400 yards in 2025? Drop your over/under pick in the comments — no fence-sitting allowed, Husker Nation. #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #DylanRaiola #MattRhule #BigTen #HuskerNation #CollegeFootball #HuskerPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Nebraska finally break through in 2025—or are we setting ourselves up for heartbreak again? We’re breaking it ALL down, game by game. Elijah Herbel from Average Joe Sports Show joins the Big Red Junkies to deliver a no-BS preview of Nebraska's full 2025 football schedule. We go through every matchup and give our raw, unfiltered takes—what scares us, where we can dominate, and what Matt Rhule absolutely HAS to get right in Year 2. We’re talking: Cincinnati at Arrowhead and Dylan Raiola’s debut spotlight Is Michigan at home actually winnable this year? Why Michigan State and Minnesota feel like trap games The November schedule that could make or break Rhule’s narrative Over/unders on wins, breakout players, sacks, and special teams improvements This is THE episode for any Husker fan who wants honest talk, bold predictions, and zero corporate fluff. 📌 TOPICS COVERED: What’s your bold prediction for Nebraska’s 2025 season? More than 9 wins? Less than 6? Drop your thoughts in the comments—let’s hear it, Husker Nation! #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #MattRhule #CollegeFootball #BigTen #GBR #HuskerNation #HuskerPodcast #ElijahHerbel #BigRedJunkies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Husker fantasy draft time, and things got real spicy right out the gate. In this special offseason episode of Big Red Junkies, BJ, Jed, and Matt hold a Nebraska Football–only fantasy draft—but with a twist. Instead of touchdowns and yards, players earn points based on their PFF game grades, with a 10-snap minimum. From Dylan Raiola going No. 1 overall to sleeper picks like Elijah Judy, Kai Wallin, and KeShon Singleton, this draft dives deep into who's about to pop off in 2025. We talk: Why Dylan Raiola might not be the best fantasy pick The sneaky transfer WR with top-5 SEC grades 👀 Who’s got something to prove: Rocco Spindler, MJ Sherman, Marques Watson-Trent The under-the-radar Huskers that could win this league And which pick was straight-up “a bet” It’s fun, it’s nerdy, it’s opinionated—it’s everything you love about Big Red Junkies. 👇 Drop your top 5 Husker fantasy picks in the comments! Who’d you take first overall based on PFF grades? #GBR #Huskers #NebraskaFootball #CollegeFootball #B1G #BigTen #DylanRaiola #HuskerNation #HuskerDraft #PFF #CFBFantasy #BigRedJunkies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Big Ten preseason predictions are out—and we’ve got some things to say. In this episode, the Big Red Junkies go all-in on Nebraska's 2025 outlook: the disrespect from national media, the brutal schedule setup, and the real expectations for Matt Rhule in year three. We break down Nebraska’s standing in the new-look B1G, react to where the Huskers landed in the Cleveland.com media poll, and give our unfiltered takes on what success actually looks like this season. Plus: Is 8 wins the baseline for Rhule to prove this rebuild is working? Which games must Nebraska win to stay relevant by November? Why the Big Ten might be the deepest—and most unforgiving—it’s ever been Let’s talk about it. Drop your take in the comments: How many wins is enough for you in 2025? #GBR #Huskers #NebraskaFootball #BigTen #MattRhule #CollegeFootball #HuskerNation #HuskerPodcast #B1G2025 #GoBigRed #NebraskaCornhuskers #B1GFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should Nebraska spend nearly a BILLION dollars renovating Memorial Stadium—or just build a brand new one? The Big Red Junkies aren’t pulling punches in this episode. BJ, Jed, and Matt dive headfirst into the latest stadium update chaos, breaking down Troy Dannen's comments, the ghost of Trev Alberts' Texas A&M disaster, and the absurd price tag now rumored to be as high as $700 million to $1 billion. And for what—lipstick on a 100-year-old pig? The guys argue hard for starting fresh: a new stadium across from Pinnacle Bank Arena, with modern amenities that reflect where college football is headed—not stuck in 1923. They also tackle:Why nostalgia shouldn’t block progressThe fake comparison to billion-dollar NFL stadiumsThe hidden cost of "piecemeal" upgrades over timeGrass field update (spoiler: it’s dead)The quiet crumbling of the NCAA's power structureAnd yeah… they want cornstalks in the end zones too. Drop your take below: Should Nebraska build a brand new stadium, or keep pouring cash into Memorial? #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #MemorialStadium #CollegeFootball #BigTenFootball #NCAA #HuskerNation #StadiumRenovation #FireTakes #BigRedJunkies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Huskers have just 12 commits for 2026. Is Matt Rhule asleep at the wheel—or five steps ahead of the game? In this episode of the Big Red Junkies, BJ, Jed, and Matt dive into what looks like a shockingly small recruiting class for Nebraska Football in 2026. But don’t panic. The crew breaks down why this shift might be more about strategy than desperation. We hit on: Why the class might stay under 16 total commits Whether roster limits or a full cupboard of young talent is driving the small size How Matt Rhule is killing it at retaining players (no mass exodus like other programs) The new reality of recruiting through the transfer portal Why events like Nebraska’s Adidas 7-on-7 tournament are low-key recruiting gold How long-term relationship building (like with Williams Nwaneri) is reshaping Husker targets What the staff gets right that past regimes never did—adaptation and branding And we couldn’t help but rant about the flood of Ohio State, Oregon, and Texas gear in Omaha. Husker Nation’s youth movement needs a damn spark—and Rhule might be the one to reignite it. 👉 What do YOU think about the direction of this 2026 class? Is Rhule playing chess while everyone else plays checkers? Drop your take below. #GBR #NebraskaFootball #Huskers #MattRhule #CFBRecruiting #BigTenFootball #TransferPortal #HuskerNation #CollegeFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices