Big Red Junkies - Nebraska Football Podcast

Jed Burks, Matt Layher, BJ Layher
  • 4.8 (17)
  • Football
  • Updated Weekly

We laugh, we drink, we talk all things Nebraska Cornhusker Football. Similar to our drinks, our opinions are strong. The only thing we're experts in is having fun. If you're an ADULT Husker fan, enjoy! Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC73U1tj7YUjUndtjLtRyxHA Unofficially sponsored by Jägermeister #gbr #huskers #nebraska #nebraskafootball #huskerpower #blackshirts

  1. 10 Commandments to Fix College Football (Huskers Take)

    May 9

    10 Commandments to Fix College Football (Huskers Take)

    Nebraska Football fans, we're breaking down Stewart Mandel's 10 Commandments to fix college football and what each one means for the Huskers, the Big Ten, and the future of the sport. We get into whether the SEC has actually lost its grip on college football, why the 12-team playoff needs to grow to 16, and why those first-round byes keep blowing up in everyone's faces. From there it's campus quarterfinals, killing the FCS cupcake game, the NIL Go clearinghouse mess and the Nebraska lawsuit that could blow the whole thing up, plus the five-for-five eligibility rule and what it means for guys like Cam Lenhart, Andrew Marshall, and Anthony Cavalleri. We hammer the case for a real college football commissioner, a players union, and actual contracts so the transfer portal stops being a free-for-all every January. Matt Rhule called it "professional collegiate football" on the Sharp & Benning show this week and yeah, that's exactly what it is. Treat it that way. We also hit the Trey Taylor Rivals camp QB MVP news, the dumb spoof story about Dylan Raiola bolting Oregon for Texas Tech after the Brennan Saurusbee stuff, and why the preseason AP poll needs to die or at least wait three weeks. Oh, and Nick Saban or Pat McAfee for commissioner? Hard pass on both. 00:00 Intro and Thanks for Sticking Around 02:00 Has the SEC Lost Its Luster? 04:37 12-Team Playoff or Go to 16? 10:20 Quarterfinals on Campus, Kill the Bye 18:30 Two Super Conferences Are Coming 28:30 NIL Go, the Clearinghouse, and the Nebraska Lawsuit 35:20 Five-for-Five and What It Means for Cam Lenhart 35:50 Rhule Said It: Professional Collegiate Football If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #b1g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
  2. Memorial Stadium Renovation: What Nebraska Got Right (and Wrong)

    May 2

    Memorial Stadium Renovation: What Nebraska Got Right (and Wrong)

    Nebraska Football's South Stadium renovation is officially approved, and the Big Red Junkies break down what the Memorial Stadium overhaul means for Husker fans. BJ, Jed, and Matt get into why BJ thinks Nebraska should've just built a brand new stadium instead of putting lipstick on a 120-year-old pig, and why the practice facility basically made that impossible. They talk through the Kiewit deal that locks in the price and timeline, Troy Dannen's promise of only missing one season of seats, and the $200 million in infrastructure work that's been needed for a decade. The crew gets into the reseeding controversy and pricing out families, the new 20,000 chair back seats, the 360-degree concourse, and the band/student section setup that could turn Memorial Stadium into the kind of home-field nightmare Minnesota and Oregon have with way fewer seats. Plus, RIP to the troughs — Troy Dannen going on record as "team trough" might be the strangest AD quote of the year. They also hit the 5,000 seat reduction, the end of the season ticket waiting list for the first time in 50 years, and whether dropping below 80,000 actually matters when atmosphere beats capacity every time. Nostalgia versus moving forward, what Trev Alberts had wrong, and what the average fan actually gets out of this thing. 00:00 Intro: South Stadium Plan Is Official 02:49 Should Nebraska Have Built a New Stadium? 09:15 Reseeding, Chair Backs & Pricing Out Families 15:25 RIP the Troughs — Dannen Goes Team Trough If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #b1g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    23 min
  3. Is Matt Rhule All Business? | Nebraska Football Spring Review

    Apr 3

    Is Matt Rhule All Business? | Nebraska Football Spring Review

    In this episode, we provide a deep dive Nebraska Football recap following the Husker Spring Game. We analyze the latest from the Big Red, including Matt Rhule’s coaching shift and the impact of new transfers on the roster. We break down QB Anthony Colandrea's performance and how his "gunslinger" mentality compares to previous seasons. Our team also discusses the standout "Twitch" of defensive lineman Whittington, the rise of freshman Jamal Rule, and why the wide receiver room might be the best in the Big Ten. 00:00 Intro & Welcome Back 01:10 The "Quiet" Spring & Matt Rhule’s New Attitude 04:02 Career Defining Season for Matt Rhule 07:30 Hacked Twitter & Big Red Junkies Updates 08:08 Will the Matt Rhule Podcast Return? 10:55 Spring Game Stat Review: Rushing Dominance 11:55 Anthony Colandrea QB Analysis: The Gunslinger 15:15 Comparing Colandrea to Dylan Raiola 18:15 Is the Offensive Roster Upgraded? 19:15 Jamal Rule: The Next Great Husker RB? 21:35 Wide Receiver Depth & Quinn Clark Potential 25:45 Offensive Line vs. Defensive Line Battle 26:55 Whittington "Bread" Analysis: The New Aaron Donald? 32:20 Defensive Standouts: Derek Wacker & Jeremiah Charles 38:40 Special Teams: Australian Punters Exhibition 39:45 Spring Game Crowd & Donation to Farmers 41:40 Offseason Development & Strength Program Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #b1g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  4. PORTAL COMBAT - If We Die, We Die...

    Jan 13

    PORTAL COMBAT - If We Die, We Die...

    Nebraska Football transfer portal analysis covering Matt Rhule’s 2025 roster changes and grades for previous transfer classes. We break down the evolution of the Huskers' roster management and what to expect this season. The discussion covers major departures like Dylan Raiola and Malcolm Hartzog while evaluating new impact players such as linebacker Owen Chambliss and offensive lineman Braden Black. We also analyze the current quarterback depth chart and the shift toward size and physicality on the line of scrimmage. 00:00 Intro 03:18 2023 Portal Class Review 08:25 2024 Transfer Hits & Misses 13:42 2025 Strategy Shift & GM Role 21:00 Key Departures: Raiola & Hartzog 32:01 Owen Chambliss & Defensive Additions 36:29 QB Room Breakdown 44:19 O-Line Physicality & Braden Black If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #b1g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min
  5. Bowl Disaster to Portal Chaos: Is the Sky Falling?

    Jan 6

    Bowl Disaster to Portal Chaos: Is the Sky Falling?

    The official Nebraska Football offseason begins with breaking transfer portal news as Mincey heads to Kentucky and the Huskers land two key transfers. We react to the roster turnover, including Keanu Davis entering the portal, and analyze the additions of Brendan Black and Trinidad Chambliss. This episode also recaps the disappointing bowl game performance and sparks a heated debate on our confidence level in Matt Rhule moving forward. We break down the quarterback situation, discuss the pros and cons of portal QBs versus high school recruits, and review our preseason predictions. Topics & Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Offseason Officially Begins 00:13 Breaking News: Mincey to Kentucky 01:20 Bowl Game Reaction & Offensive Struggles 03:38 Season Trivia & Prediction Results 13:00 Fantasy League Recap 14:50 Debate: Confidence in Matt Rhule? 21:00 QB Strategy: Portal Veteran or Recruit? 22:50 Reaction to Keanu Davis Entering Portal 28:40 New Commit: Brendan Black (Iowa State OL) 30:15 New Commit: Trinidad Chambliss (San Diego St LB) 35:00 DJ Lagway Rumors & Final Thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min
  6. Nebraska vs Utah Preview: Las Vegas Bowl Picks

    12/31/2025

    Nebraska vs Utah Preview: Las Vegas Bowl Picks

    In this Nebraska Football podcast, the Big Red Junkies preview the Las Vegas Bowl matchup between the Huskers and the Utah Utes. We break down the impact of TJ Lateef making his first start and analyze the defensive changes with Matt Rhule coaching the D-line. The crew dives into key matchups, including Utah's red zone defense versus Nebraska's rushing attack, and debates player prop bets for the game. We wrap up with betting lines, keys to victory, and our final score predictions for this New Year's Eve showdown. Topics & Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Utah Coaching News 04:38 Nebraska Defensive Changes 07:40 Rushing Attack & Injuries 09:50 Utah Offense Breakdown 12:55 Utah Defense Analysis 18:10 Prop Bets: Rushing Yards 22:30 Lateef vs Dampier Comparison 31:57 Special Teams & Punting 41:25 Betting Lines & Game Info 43:25 Final Score Predictions Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min
  7. Husker Football 2025 Season Autopsy | Fatal Wounds & Final Grades

    12/17/2025

    Husker Football 2025 Season Autopsy | Fatal Wounds & Final Grades

    A full autopsy on the 2025 Nebraska Football season, breaking down exactly where the Huskers succeeded and where the "fatal wound" occurred. We dive deep into season grades for every position group and evaluate Matt Rhule's Year 2 performance. From the impact of Dylan Raiola's injury against USC to the surprising regression of the defensive line, we leave no stone unturned in this Husker season recap. We also debate the true team MVP, discuss the John Butler experiment, and analyze whether the "Minnesota mindset" issue was a sign of deeper coaching failures. Topics & Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Seasonal Autopsy 02:40 Team MVP Debate: Emmett Johnson vs. Dylan Raiola 05:00 The Fatal Wound: How the USC Game Changed Everything 16:00 The "Minnesota Mindset" & Coaching Red Flags 31:15 Quarterback Room Grades 34:15 Tight Ends: Disappearing Act? 39:00 Offensive Line: Scapegoats or Failures? 43:00 Wide Receivers: Banks Underperforms, Hunter Shines 49:00 Running Backs: The Emmett Johnson Show 51:40 Defensive Backs: The Best Unit on the Team 01:02:30 Linebacker Grades & Coverage Issues 01:07:00 Defensive Line: Why the Pass Rush Failed 01:11:30 Special Teams: Eckler's Elite Unit 01:16:00 Final Grade for Head Coach Matt Rhule If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #b1g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 24m
  8. Nebraska Football Staff Shakeup: Rob Aurich & Geep Wade Hired

    12/12/2025

    Nebraska Football Staff Shakeup: Rob Aurich & Geep Wade Hired

    Nebraska Football is making massive moves. We break down the firing of John Butler and Donovan Raiola and analyze the new hires: Defensive Coordinator Rob Aurich (San Diego State) and Offensive Line Coach Geep Wade (Georgia Tech). Is Rob Aurich the rising star the Blackshirts need? Will Geep Wade bring the physicality Matt Rhule wants in the trenches? We discuss the "Orrick" (Aurich) defense, the Georgia Tech rushing attack, and what this means for Dylan Raiola and the Huskers' bowl prep. 00:00 Intro 01:53 Coaching Shakeup: Butler, Raiola & Bradden Out 08:29 New DC Rob Aurich: Analyzing the "Tape" 11:58 DC Search & Elijah Robinson Rumors 15:53 Aurich's Defense: Energy & Reckless Abandon 21:58 Geep Wade Hired: Georgia Tech Connections 31:40 Why Wade is an Upgrade over Raiola 36:50 The "Pillow" Factor & New Staff Roles 40:40 Transfer Portal Targets (Georgia Tech OL) 41:40 Bowl Game Prep & Final Thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #b1g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
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We laugh, we drink, we talk all things Nebraska Cornhusker Football. Similar to our drinks, our opinions are strong. The only thing we're experts in is having fun. If you're an ADULT Husker fan, enjoy! Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC73U1tj7YUjUndtjLtRyxHA Unofficially sponsored by Jägermeister #gbr #huskers #nebraska #nebraskafootball #huskerpower #blackshirts

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