The Pick Six Podcast - Husker sports news and analysis

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The Pick Six Podcast - Husker sports news and analysis

A can't-miss conversation between World-Herald staff writers covering the week's top Nebraska football topics.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Nebraska vs. Wisconsin — new OCs, Senior Day and looming end of walk-on era

    In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down the Nebraska vs. Wisconsin game, the drama behind it and the looming end of the walk-on era. They talk how big the final two games — Wisconsin and Iowa — are this season. The crew breaks down the difference in press conferences between Matt Rhule's handling of an offensive coordinator change and Luke Fickell's. The three break down Dana Holgorsen's press conference and what did and didn't inspired confidence in the Huskers' offense going forward this season. They talk the differences in Curt Cignetti's first year and Matt Rhule's and how that has led to a difference on the field. They discuss questions like: does Nebraska need to get older in the transfer portal in addition to developing freshmen and is the Husker coaching staff a Big Ten staff on the offensive side of the ball? The three break down the Wisconsin matchup and all the drama behind the scenes of the game. The crew talks that it is both Senior Day and the end of an era with the 105 roster limits affecting the walk-on program. They go through the 19 seniors who will walk on Saturday and give their thoughts on each of them. The three talk Nebraska basketball's doubleheader — men's and women's teams — against Creighton, and Natalie Potts injury on Tuesday. They close out with their picks.

    59 min

  2. NOV 13

    Dana Holgorsen takes over Nebraska's play-calling ahead of USC game

    In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel discuss Matt Rhule making Dana Holgorsen Nebraska's offensive coordinator and play-caller. The crew opens with the big news of Holgorsen taking over as Nebraska's offensive coordinator and play-caller. They talk what Holgorsen has done well at previous posts and what we can potentially see happen with Nebraska's offense. The three break down the Huskers' fluid quarterback situation: Will Dylan Raiola be ready or will Heinrich Haarberg start? They discuss the timing of bringing Holgorsen in and then promoting him: Was it desperation or urgency or Matt Rhule adjusting to college football? The crew question whether or not the Holgorsen's hire means a different type of offense is coming for Nebraska. They talk the Nebraska vs. USC matchup, what to expect in the game and can the Huskers make a run at a team filled with high-level athletes. The three discuss which of the final three games would mean the most to win — USC, Wisconsin and Iowa. The crew closes out with their picks.

    47 min

  3. NOV 6

    Matt Rhule brings in consultants for fresh set of eyes after Nebraska's UCLA loss

    In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel discuss Matt Rhule bringing in two consultants to get a fresh set of eyes on Nebraska's offense and defense. The crew also talks whether the younger players should be on the field instead of the veterans. They talk how zeroing in on Dylan Raiola was the right move ... but that there is a cost to having a young quarterback. The crew closes out with their picks.

    53 min

  4. OCT 30

    Is there a fix for Big Ten officiating, and will Nebraska qualify for a bowl?

    In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel discuss Big Ten officiating, Nebraska's upcoming game against UCLA and more. The crew starts with Nebraska's narrow loss to then-No. 4 Ohio State and how many Huskers played their best game of their career. What does it mean that NU didn't come away with a win, and what does it mean for the rest of the season? They talk if Nebraska found a formula in Columbus and can it be replicated in the Huskers' final four games. The three discuss the officiating in the Ohio State game, the Big Ten's acknowledgement and what Troy Dannen and Matt Rhule had to say about it. Is a national level fix needed? The crew breaks down the heat on Marcus Satterfield, problems with the screen passes and the surprise around Dylan Raiola running. They move onto basketball and talk if the season should get moved back and the outlook for the Huskers. The crew closes out with their picks.

    52 min

  5. OCT 24

    Difference in what Nebraska says it wants to do and what shows up on the field

    The crew opens with the meltdown at Indiana, how it happened and what Nebraska can take away from the loss. They move onto Marcus Satterfield's comments on the run game on Tuesday and if he is on the same page as Matt Rhule. The three talk the different struggles on offense and defense, if coaching changes are needed — or coming — and how Nebraska may need to move past an NFL mindset on margin of loss. They then talk should the Huskers' priority change against Ohio State.  The three move onto men's basketball and their expectations for this weekend's exhibition and start of the season. They then talk Nebraska volleyball's rankings in the AVCA poll and the Division I Committee and its outlook for the NCAA tournament. The crew closes out with their picks.

    53 min

  6. OCT 16

    Between Nebraska and Indiana, which 'Go Big Red' team will come out on top?

    In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down the Nebraska vs. Indiana matchup. The crew starts with their memories of the last time Nebraska travelled to Indiana and how no one expected the Hoosiers to be the No. 16 team in the country. They then talk how Nebraska can win this game, and should the Huskers aim for or avoid a shootout with the Hoosiers. The three talk if Indiana can sustain the momentum they have gained so far this season, and the difference in Curt Cignetti and Matt Rhule's approach to building a team. The crew talks when Nebraska football will have its moment in the sun. They talk whether the Husker defense hold strong against the Hoosier offense and what would look like a good day for the Blackshirts. Will special teams be an asset or hindrance this week? How important is it for the Huskers to take an early lead? The crew moves onto basketball and how Nebraska women's basketball is ranked in the preseason AP poll. How good can Amy Williams' team be this season without Jaz Shelley, but with Britt Prince and Allison Weidner.  They talk baseball and the excitement around the program during the Red-White Scrimmages. The crew closes out with their picks.

    58 min

  7. OCT 10

    How can Nebraska improve its run game in the second half of the season?

    In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel recap Nebraska's first six games and how the Husker can improve in the second half of the season.  Halfway through the season, the crew takes stock of where Nebraska stacks up against the CFP bubble teams. They talk how they would grade the Huskers so far this season and what is bringing their grades up or dropping them down. They also break down if they are optimistic or pessimistic about the rest of the season. The trio talks how Matt Rhule wants to improve the Huskers' run game in the back half of the season and how Nebraska can bring its numbers up. They talk which players surprised or impressed them so far this year. They close out with their picks.

    47 min

  8. SEP 25

    Same Old Nebraska...or is it? How Huskers should adjust on both sides of ball

    In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel react to Nebraska's disappointing overtime loss to Illinois and discuss which areas the Huskers can adjust going into the rest of Big Ten play. The guys talk about the fans' upset feelings after NU let another lead slip away and another close loss, but the three debate whether this version has a different identity. Tom gives thoughts on how Dylan Raiola handled his first real test against a solid Big Ten defense and the three have a conversation about when the freshman will take over as a true leader of the team and how other players will respond. They also talk about how Illinois had success against the Blackshirts and how Nebraska's offensive strategy can change to keep the defense fresh in the fourth quarter. The trio then bring up Nebraska AD Troy Dannen's comments speaking out against hosting Big Ten Friday night games and consider a resolution to the issue of Michigan and Ohio State refusing Friday games. The show switches to basketball with the three debating what the Huskers will be strong in before Sam talks about why Fred Hoiberg decided to bring in so many big man transfers to alleviate a rebounding issue. They end the show with picks and a lookahead to the first road trip of the season to West Lafeyette.

    52 min
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