The Ricky James Expedition

The Ricky James Expedition

The Ricky James Expedition is home to The Brewery Boys Expedition podcast and The Husker Fans in MT podcast. From Nebraska Cornhusker football to craft beer, live music, festival production and all things fun, we are talking about it. We will also feature interviews with musicians, those involved in the craft beer industry, and other interesting people. Cheers!

  1. 1d ago

    Did the SIM Get It Right? Nebraska vs Bowling Green Review & North Dakota Preview | EA CFB 27 Sim

    Did the computer get it right? After seeing the results in our EA Sports College Football 27 Simulation, we are breaking down the real-world matchup. Did the computer get it right? After seeing our Nebraska vs. Bowling Green EA Sports simulation clear over 10,000 views, we are diving into the real-world film to see if the digital prediction matched reality—and looking ahead to what the computer dials up for next week! In this week's main podcast episode, we are doing a deep-dive review of Nebraska's 56-7 win over Bowling Green and a full tactical preview of the upcoming Saturday night Ag Day matchup under the Memorial Stadium lights against FCS No. 6 ranked North Dakota! We break down: The Discipline Shift: How Matt Rhule's squad cleaned up the pre-snap penalties from Week 1, but why surrendering 65 post-snap execution yards remains a major warning sign heading into Big Ten play. The Holgorsen Blitz: Breaking down Anthony Colandrea's highly efficient 4-TD first half under OC Dana Holgorsen, plus a historic wide receiver milestone we haven't seen in Lincoln since 2010. The Aurich Lockdown: Analyzing how defensive coordinator Rob Aurich suffocated the Falcons to just 169 total yards of offense. The North Dakota Threat: Why Trey Kaminski and the Fighting Hawks present a legitimate top-10 FCS trap-game threat, plus the latest roster news. Did you miss the simulations? Catch the computer's predictions here: WATCH THE RECAP SIM: [EA Sports CFB 27: Nebraska vs Bowling Green Sim] ➡️ [https://youtu.be/14IoWSV7gug?si=cocnnM0b7NF1q1nR] WATCH THE PREVIEW SIM: [EA Sports CFB 27: Nebraska vs North Dakota Sim - SUB NDSU since only FBS teams are in CFB 27] ➡️ [https://youtu.be/QKxNCIFHCh8?si=UEhUhY4BwhmEPkdl]

    Did the SIM Get It Right? Nebraska vs Bowling Green Review & North Dakota Preview | EA CFB 27 Sim
  2. Sep 9

    Nebraska Football Breakdown: Ohio Review & Bowling Green Preview

    Husker Fans in Montana Podcast Episode 52 Welcome back to the Husker Fans in Montana Podcast, your home for deep‑dive Husker analysis, film‑style breakdowns, and EA Sports College Football simulations. Today we’re recapping Nebraska’s 49–21 win over Ohio and previewing this Saturday’s matchup against Bowling Green. If you’re looking for real football talk — not surface‑level takes — you’re in the right place. Nebraska opened the season with a strong offensive showing, powered by standout performances from Anthony Colandrea and Jamal Rule. Colandrea threw for 275 yards and three touchdowns and added a rushing score, while Rule delivered 122 rushing yards and three touchdowns, including 106 yards in the second half. Nebraska pulled away late with 21 fourth‑quarter points, showing conditioning, depth, and resilience.This episode breaks down what Nebraska did well, what still needs work, and how the Huskers match up with Bowling Green in Week 2. 🔴 Ohio Game Recap — What We LearnedNebraska’s win over Ohio revealed both strengths and weaknesses. We cover: • Colandrea’s poise and command in his first Nebraska start • Rule’s emergence as a physical, downhill RB1 • Five straight touchdown drives once the offense settled • Defensive tightening after halftime • Nebraska’s late‑game surge and finishing power These elements define the early identity of the 2026 Huskers. 🟢 Green Flags — Nebraska’s PositivesNebraska showed real growth and high‑ceiling potential: • Excellent quarterback play with explosive efficiency • A physical run game that controlled the second half • Improved defensive discipline after early miscues • Strong performances from first‑time starters • Conditioning and depth that overwhelmed Ohio late These are the building blocks Nebraska can carry into Week 2. ⚠️ Red Flags — Areas Nebraska Must Clean UpEven in a comfortable win, issues surfaced: • Slow start and early defensive breakdown • Penalties and procedural mistakes • Halftime scripting concerns • Special teams discipline • Communication issues across both units These problems matter — and they’ll matter even more in games to come. 🟠 Bowling Green Preview — What’s Coming SaturdayNebraska hosts Bowling Green next, and we break down: • Bowling Green’s offensive tendencies and key personnel • Matchups Nebraska can exploit • Where the Huskers must improve to avoid another slow start • How Colandrea and Rule can build on their Week 1 momentum This preview sets the stage for what Nebraska needs to do to start 2–0 and we give our score predictions. 🎮 EA Sports College Football SimulationWe also run an EA Sports College Football SIM of Nebraska vs Bowling Green to project: • Game flow and momentum swings • Statistical expectations• Key matchups • Potential breakout players • Final score prediction (within the scope of 5 min quarters) These SIM episodes continue to be some of our most‑watched segments.

    Nebraska Football Breakdown: Ohio Review & Bowling Green Preview

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The Ricky James Expedition is home to The Brewery Boys Expedition podcast and The Husker Fans in MT podcast. From Nebraska Cornhusker football to craft beer, live music, festival production and all things fun, we are talking about it. We will also feature interviews with musicians, those involved in the craft beer industry, and other interesting people. Cheers!