Locked On Nebraska - Daily Podcast on the Nebraska Cornhuskers
Episodes
Evan Cooper is gone from Nebraska. What now?
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back on this Tuesday to discuss the big news of the Fourth of July weekend: Secondary coach Evan Cooper departed the Nebraska program unexpected...
Turnover talk, old guys on the roster and fireworks around conference expansion
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Fourth of July-shortened week for us ends with a conversation about Nebraska's troubling turnover trends. Coach Matt Rhule says that the Huskers wil...
Nebraska's flood of commitments, plus Matt Rhule connects with Joel Klatt
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another day and another commitment for Nebraska. Jeremiah Jones, an athlete out of Kentucky, is in for the Huskers, No. 14 in this class of 2025. Has ...
Roster and recruiting review: Taking stock at Nebraska as July arrives
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's July 1, a big day in the college football universe. At Nebraska, it's just one day closer to the start of the 2024 season. The Huskers have added...
Coaching upgrades at Nebraska -- and recruiting questions
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The news flew a bit under the radar this week, but the NCAA Division I Council lifted limits on coaching staff size for football. It's a big deal at N...
Memorial Stadium, the intimidation factor and re-examining the Tunnel Walk
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Connor and Mitch react on this Wednesday to the list produced by EA Sports of the 25 most difficult college football stadiums for a visitor to play. W...
Nebraska adds another piece to its jumbled room of running backs
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The final wave of June recruiting visitors at Nebraska brought one addition -- so far -- to the Huskers. Running back Mekhi Nelson out of Connecticut ...
What if... everything was different for Nebraska in the past 25 years?
22 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special guest TJ Birkel of the Common Fan podcast joined Connor and Mitch to discuss a new series, entitled "The Reckoning," that looks at what might ...
'Trev is doing Trev things'
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nebraska got its man at quarterback, Jalyn Gramstad, out of the NAIA ranks. Just how much of a hit is this for the Huskers -- and what do we expect Gr...
Dayton Raiola throws at Nebraska camp as the Huskers assess their QB future
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back to discuss the Friday Night Lights camp at Nebraska, which featured Dayton Raiola, the brother of Nebraska's heir apparent to start at quar...
Nebraska recruiting and an inside look at the new Osborne Legacy Complex
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The first big recruiting weekend of June is upon us in Lincoln. Four-star prospects from inside and outside the state of Nebraska are expected on camp...
QB talk: As Nebraska ponders a summer addition, what could it mean?
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the week of summer -- finally -- that brought us the opportunity to talk again about the Nebraska quarterbacks. So we're spending an entire ep...
An emerging concern for Nebraska football on defense
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The start of the summer at Nebraska brought a few roster departures from the football team. Of note, cornerback Ethan Nation is no longer with the Hus...
As June recruiting starts well for Nebraska, what is the future of NIL?
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recruiting in the month of June is off to a strong start for Nebraska, with commitments from a 2025 running back and an out-of-the-blue German lineman...
Is Nebraska's offense built to feature a 1,000-yard running back?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does Nebraska need a 1,000-yard running back? Connor and Mitch debate the benefits and drawbacks -- yes, there are drawbacks -- of the Huskers' relian...
Why the month of June for Nebraska football is bigger than any other in the offseason
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this first Monday of June, Mitch and Connor are here to tell you why this month is so important for Matt Rhule and the Nebraska football program. I...
Guest Scott Dochterman on Big Ten football Fridays, the TV draft and the Iowa Hawkeyes
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Dochterman of The Athletic visits the pod to answer our questions about the avalanche of kickoff times and TV announcements that were released o...
Matt Rhule's commitment to the run and what it means for Nebraska football
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nebraska ran the football on nearly 65 percent of its offensive plays in 2023. We agree it's a number that will drop this year. But how much? Connor a...
Nebraska's most overlooked football players to enter the 2024 season
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nebraska's "Chasing 3" documentary series is coming back with an episode that features the returns to good health of running back Rahmir Johnson and t...
Will Nebraska football be favored to win its first seven games in 2024?
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An early point spread lists Nebraska as a four-touchdown favorite against UTEP in the Huskers' Aug. 31 season opener. Is that realistic? And broadly s...
Nebraska baseball: The Big Ten champs are headed to Stillwater for NCAA play
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back on this Memorial Day to react to the NCAA baseball postseason field. Will Bolt's Nebraska squad, the newly crowned Big Ten tournament champ...
Dirk Chatelain joins to discuss Nebraska under Matt Rhule and the new age of college sports
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former Omaha World-Herald reporter Dirk Chatelain joins the Locked On Nebraska podcast on this Friday to give his perspective on the Huskers under Mat...
How to feel about Friday night football for Nebraska at Memorial Stadium?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's official. The Big Ten and Fox are sending Illinois to play Friday night football at Memorial Stadium in September, the first-ever Friday night ki...
Who to watch among the next wave of Nebraska football newcomers
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The summer arrivals are getting to Lincoln, still more than a week ahead of Nebraska's official start to the next phase of offseason training. The por...
The future of walk-ons at Nebraska and in college football
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Big subject right now in college football: A potential legal settlement that involves power conferences and could ultimately lead to revenue sharing w...
Who is Nebraska in 2024 as a road opponent in the Big Ten?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back on the third Monday of May to discuss Nebraska's road games in 2024. Specifically, who are these Huskers as a road opponent, and what do th...
Ex-Husker Abdul Muhammad connects young athletes with Nebraska football
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former Nebraska national champion Abdul Muhammad visits the pod to discuss his involvement with the Home Grown football program and the Huskers' influ...
Nebraska's $450 million question about Memorial Stadium
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Troy Dannen is coming up on his two-month anniversary as athletic director at Nebraska. And the future of Memorial Stadium still hangs in the balance....
Bridging the talent gap under Matt Rhule: Nebraska is closer than you might think
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the second time in five years, no player from Nebraska was drafted into the NFL last month. Coaching turnover and roster attrition drained talent ...
Colorado-Nebraska at night, the most hyped non-conference home game since...?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's official, Colorado and Nebraska will play at night on NBC in Lincoln on Sept. 7. The kickoff time announcement on Monday opens the door for conve...
Is Nebraska football in position to land five-star talent in recruiting?
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mitch and Connor are back after the weekend to discuss the commitment that Nebraska landed on Sunday from California quarterback TJ Lateef. But the bi...
Talking Matt Rhule's progress and Colorado's revolving door with guest Max Olson
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest Max Olson of The Athletic stops by to give his observations of Matt Rhule's progress through one season at Nebraska. Connor and Mitch talk with ...
Who is Matt Rhule's most indispensable staff member?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking about Matt Rhule's staff on this Thursday -- and not just the coaching staff. Connor and Mitch ask this question: Who is the most indisp...
In-house NIL is looming. Is Nebraska ready?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Wednesday, and things are happening, as always, on the NIL landscape. Mitch and Connor discuss the fast-changing world of name, image and likenes...
How to handle Daniel Kaelin in 2024 at Nebraska and other QB musings
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our series of pertinent questions continues on Tuesday with this: Should Nebraska try to redshirt its other true freshman quarterback, Daniel Kaelin? ...
Is Matt Rhule ahead of schedule at Nebraska?
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Connor and Mitch open a new week with this: Is Matt Rhule ahead of schedule at Nebraska? It's a simple question with a complex answer and a layered ba...
Nebraska football recruiting and QB talk with Mike Schaefer
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Schaefer of Nebraska247 joins Connor and Mitch on Friday to break down Nebraska's efforts to construct its 2025 recruiting class. Who can be a ca...
A no-hitter at Haymarket Park: What it means for Nebraska baseball
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello, Jackson Brockett! The Nebraska sophomore cooked up a no-no on Wednesday night at Haymarket Park, the such first nine-inning individual performa...
Nebraska spring breakout performers: The Miami connection is back
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
May is here, and Connor and Mitch are back to talk about the spring breakout performers at Nebraska. They chose a pair of true freshmen -- one on each...
Should Nebraska take a QB from the transfer portal
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The football season at Nebraska opens in four months. Tuesday marks the end of the transfer-portal entry period for undergraduates. So we're asking th...
Nebraska spring football game reactions and overreactions
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The spring game at Nebraska has come and gone. And the Huskers have a star in the making at quarterback, if Saturday was to serve as an indication. Fr...
The ultimate Nebraska spring game primer
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Red-White game weekend is here at Nebraska. Connor and Mitch offer their takes on everything to watch Saturday at Memorial Stadium -- from the QB ...
When will Nebraska snap its NFL Draft first-round drought?
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who's climbing the ladder for Nebraska on offense this spring? Connor and Mitch choose four players. The NFL Draft has arrived, without much of any bu...
Marcus Satterfield speaks up on Dylan Raiola and the turnover issue
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back on Wednesday to review the comments made this week by offensive coordinator Marcus Satterfield, who was unusually transparent about the pro...
Nebraska's top concern as spring nears an end
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to talk about the Nebraska running backs here in the final week of spring practice. Connor and Mitch assess the position group, which is sti...
Movement in the QB race at Nebraska
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nebraska's quarterback picture is starting to come into focus after a Saturday scrimmage dominated by the offense. Freshman Dylan Raiola looks good, a...
Nebraska spring defensive risers and Chucky Hepburn in the portal
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The end of the week is on the horizon, but not before Mitch and Connor take stock of five defenders at Nebraska who've improved their standing this sp...
Is Tony White the Big Ten's best defensive coordinator?
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony White has already earned a reputation among the best defensive coordinators in the Big Ten after one season at Nebraska. Connor and Mitch discuss...
Quiet at Nebraska as the transfer portal re-opens
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the transfer portal opened on Tuesday around college football, all was quiet at Nebraska. Connor and Mitch discuss the stability that coach Matt Rh...
Nebraska wide receivers: A strength or still a liability?
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Connor and Mitch are here on a Tuesday to discuss Garret McGuire's group of Nebraska wide receivers. There's a case to be made that the wideouts rate ...
How much do spring position battles matter?
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mitch and Connor are back after a hot weekend to discuss the remaining priorities for Nebraska in the last weeks of spring football practice. Are posi...
It's the Lowlights
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Connor and Mitch review Nebraska's meeting with the media from Thursday. Coach Matt Rhule said something that resonated with us -- and seemingly wit...
Is the O-Line A strength for Nebraska?
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Connor and Mitch dig into the Nebraska offensive line, always a hot topic, on this Thursday. Did Matt Rhule make a genius move in 2022 by keeping Dono...
Nebraska Football Spring Overreactions
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mitch Sherman and Connor Happer are back and ready to overreact to all that’s happening in spring football practice at Nebraska. Freshman QB Daniel ...
Locked On Nebraska Relaunched
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Locked On Nebraska is back! Mitch Sherman of The Athletic and Connor Happer of Omaha's 1620 The Zone are here for the re-launch to discuss their plans...
Bracket Breakdown Special: Everything you need for the NCAA Tournament
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will UConn, Houston, Purdue and North Carolina hold true to their number one seed in the NCAA Tournament? Can Iowa State, Tennessee, Marquette or Ariz...
Jay Foreman talks Nebraska Cornhuskers Transfer Targets, Mens & Womens Basketball and a Polar Bear
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome in Jay Foreman to the Locked On Huskers family. The Huskers Hall of Fame Linebacker talks today about the Transfer Portal Targets for the Nebr...
How many Transfer Portal losses have the Nebraska Cornhuskers endured so far, Portal needs?
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite the sub .500 season, the Nebraska Cornhuskers have yet to see their roster decimated by transfers. However, what positions are they targeting ...
How does Dylan Raiola change Nebraska recruiting, Jay Foreman talks about the Raiola family
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The signing of a 5-star QB changes the recruiting trajectory for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Dylan Raiola can assist the Huskers with getting athletes t...
What did the Nebraska Cornhuskers get for Christmas this year
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Naughty or Nice? Coal or Candy? Derrick "DP" Pearson speaks on what Nebraska NEEDS and what the Huskers WANT. Also, who gets candy and who gets coal, ...
Breaking Down the Nebraska Cornhuskers newest additions after Early National Signing Day
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Derrick "DP" Pearson went into the film room to break down some of the Nebraska Football signees. What are the newest athletes strengths and what ques...
Early National Signing Day and the Nebraska Cornhuskers made some noise
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Number 1 overall quarterback got the day started, but what else happened with Nebraska on Early National Signing Day? A couple flips, a ton of local f...
Dylan Raiola commits to the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the NIL Landscape of College Football
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nebraska flips Dylan Raiola from Georgia, what does this do for the Huskers future? How big of a factor was NIL and what does the future of NIL in Col...
Nebraska Cornhuskers flip 5-Star QB Dylan Raiola from Georgia
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nebraska didn't give up, even after the 5-Star legacy committed to the Bavk-to-Back Defending National Champions, the Cornhuskers stayed persistent. F...
Nebraska Cornhuskers playing the Transfer Portal Hokey Pokey
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
He's in. He's out. What are the Nebraska Cornhuskers going to do about their QB room? What about the Wide Receiver room? Derrick "DP" Pearson breaks d...
What is going on with the Nebraska Cornhuskers, and why is everyone excited?
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Transfer Portal chatter and possible recruiting flips have Lincoln, NE in a tizzy and Husker Nation on pins and needles. Derrick "DP" Pearson takes yo...
Where does the Nebraska Cornhuskers NIL sit amongst the rest of the College Football Powers
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The title of "Blue Blood" can only take you so far in todays landscape of NIL and Transfer Portal. What exactly can Nebraska do with their NIL as it s...
BONUS EPISODE: COLLEGE FOOTBALL KICKOFF LIVE: OREGON V WASHINGTON, GEORGIA V BAMA, CHAMPIONSHIP WEEK PREVIEW
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Championship week in College Football is here. Will Oregon or Washington get the PAC-12 Championship and a likely trip to the College Football Playof...
Who's Coming and Who's Going for the Nebraska Cornhuskers Football Team
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the season over, Coach Rhule and his Huskers staff must dive deep into the Transfer Portal for possible solutions. What positions could be target...
Nebraska Cornhuskers season ends at 5-7, What does the Transfer Portal have in store
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After another losing season, Nebraska and Coach Matt Rhule need some help out of the portal. Derrick "DP" Pearson talks about the possible needs and w...
BONUS EPISODE: COLLEGE FOOTBALL KICKOFF LIVE: OHIO STATE VS MICHGIAN PREVIEW. OREGON STATE VS. OREGON. PLUS RIVALRY WEEK.
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Ohio State Buckeyes vs. The Michigan Wolverines headline rivalry week in College Football. Oregon State vs Oregon in a Friday night PAC-12 battle....
Nebraska Cornhuskers look to retain the Heroes Trophy vs Iowa
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Black Friday Football and the Huskers not only look to get bowl eligible, but are hoping to retain the Heroes Trophy against the Hawkeyes. Derrick "DP...
Nebraska Cornhuskers defense looks to stand tall with the Hawkeyes defense
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's strength vs strength when the Blackshirts and the Iowa defense are on the field. Both teams field high level defensive units that will look to sh...
Nebraska Cornhuskers Offense vs the Iowa Hawkeyes Offense
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a battle of some of the Big Ten's worst offenses, what should we expect to see? Derrick "DP" Pearson breaks down the Huskers and the Hawkeyes lack ...
Nebraska Cornhuskers fall to Wisconsin, Break down the loss and look forward to Iowa
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Derrick "DP" Pearson breaks down the Nebraska Football loss to the Wisconsin Badgers. How was the QB play from Chubba Purdy? What can the Huskers look...
Nebraska Cornhuskers Can FINALLY Beat Wisconsin If They Can Just RUN THE DANG BALL
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this year's battle for red supremacy, one team is going to walk away with bowl eligibility. Can it be Nebraska? Derrick "DP" Pearson looks at what ...
BONUS EPISODE: COLLEGE FOOTBALL KICKOFF LIVE: CAN TENNESSEE UPSET GEORGIA? MICHIGAN LATEST. WASHINGTON DISRESPECT
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Georgia Bulldogs surged to the number one spot in the College Football Rankings, can the Tennessee Volunteers pull an upset this weekend? The Mich...
Nebraska Cornhuskers NEED To Break the Losing Streak to the Badgers
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nebraska has never hoisted the Freedom Trophy. Nine tries. Nine losses. It's time for that to end. Wisconsin seems ripe for the picking this season. C...
Nebraska Cornhuskers travel up to Wisconsin to play the Badgers
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New coaches on both sidelines, both programs floundering down the stretch. Nebraska has not beaten Wisconsin in a LONG time, but this Badgers team is ...