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Omaha World-Herald

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

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  • August 7 · 32 min

    How tough really is Nebraska football's 2026 schedule?

    Sam McKewon breaks down the new coaches’ poll and what it says about Nebraska’s brutal 2026 slate, including showdowns with Ohio State, Oregon, Indiana, Washington and Iowa. Sam also talks about Dylan Raiola’s “cornfields” comments, what they reveal about Oregon vs. Nebraska, and why the Huskers’ quarterback room — from Anthony Colandrea to T.J. Lateef — will be critical if Nebraska wants to turn a soft early schedule into momentum before a punishing November.

  • August 5 · 20 min

    Nebraska volleyball's championship mindset

    The pressure is real at Nebraska, but the Huskers are choosing to embrace it. Gary Sharp and Justin Frommer recap Big Ten Volleyball Media Day. Legacy talk, challengers to Nebraska's three-year reign as conference champions and feedback on reseating at the Devaney Center.

  • August 5 · 32 min

    Nebraska gets votes in coaches Top 25, takeaways from Husker FB Media Day

    Sam McKewon talks about his top takeaways from Husker football media day, why Anthony Colandrea isn't likely to lapse into a long monologue, the value of TJ Lateef talking with the press and where NU - and its opponents - landed in the coaches preseason top 25. Which one of the eight Big Ten teams inside the Top 25 shouldn't be ranked?

  • July 23 · 59 min

    Remembering Sam Foltz, SEC vs. Big Ten Media Days

    Tom, Gary and Sam remember the tragic loss of Sam Foltz 10 years ago and the legacy that lives on from his life and the 2016 Nebraska football team. Also, a look at SEC Media Days, predicting Matt Rhule's tone at Big Ten Media Days and more.

  • June 25 · 1 hr 10 min

    The 5-for-5 effect on Nebraska football's roster, June recruiting recap

    Gary Sharp, Evan Bland and Sam McKewon recap Nebraska's June recruiting efforts, how loading up on offensive linemen and defensive backs is part of NU's overall strategy and how the NCAA's new 5-for-5 ruling changes the Husker football roster picture, especially at quarterback. And what about all those superstars in volleyball?

  • June 18 · 50 min

    Husker camp update and is CWS attendance down?

    Sam McKewon and Gary Sharp discuss the upcoming College World Series championship between North Carolina and Oklahoma and the lack of drama and attendance this year. They also preview the Battle of the Boneyard seven-on-seven tournament, featuring 16 teams and many blue-chip players.

  • June 11 · 43 min

    CWS bracket breakdown with Tom, Gary and Evan

    In The World-Herald's weekly baseball show, Gary Sharp, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel Gary Sharp get you ready for the College World Series. The trio discusses the bracket, who's the favorite on the field and in the stands. They also breakdown the future of college baseball if a super league existed, give their picks and share stories of the late Steve Pivovar.

  • June 2 · 45 min

    Where Nebraska baseball stands after regional defeat

    In The World-Herald's weekly baseball show, Evan Bland and Gary Sharp recap the recently completed Nebraska baseball season. Evan and Gary discuss the balance of progress this season with another 1-2 regional weekend. Evan gives his thoughts on what Nebraska may lose to the MLB Draft and what's coming from the recruiting class. Gary goes shopping for potential adds from the portal. The guys wrap up the show by discussing the 16 teams left for Omaha and the similarities between Kansas baseball and Nebraska from 2001.

  • May 30 · 21 min

    Previewing Nebraska vs. Mississippi and Lincoln Regional recap

    On a special episode of the Husker baseball minute, Evan Bland and Gary Sharp react to Nebraska's win over South Dakota State, Ole Miss' late night affair with Arizona State, the wild day of regional upsets and preview tonight's showdown at Haymarket Park.

  • May 28 · 52 min

    Husker football recruiting on a roll, Big Ten/SEC battle in talking season

    Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Gary Sharp dive into the excitement surrounding Husker softball and baseball and wonder where Jordy Frahm ranks among Nebraska's all-time best female athletes. The conversation shifts to the Big Ten/SEC power play and finishes with reaction to recent pickups in the Husker football recruiting class of 2027.

  • May 27 · 41 min

    Husker Legends: Peaches James on rise of Nebraska softball

    Husker softball legend Peaches James joins Sam McKewon to share her journey from Papillion-La Vista star to Nebraska ace, College World Series standout and Hall of Famer. James reflects on the family culture built by Rhonda Revelle and Lori Sippel, the explosion of women’s softball and NIL, her connection with Jordy Frahm and why she believes this Nebraska team can bring home a national title. The Husker Legends series is presented by Liberty First Credit Union.

  • May 25 · 35 min

    NCAA tournament reaction: Nebraska baseball hosts a loaded regional

    On a special episode of the Husker baseball minute, Evan and Gary react to Nebraska's No. 13 overall seed, a loaded Lincoln Regional with Ole Miss, Arizona State and upset-minded South Dakota State, the tricky decision Will Bolt has to navigate with his starting pitcher on Friday, and which 8 teams might most likely make the CWS.

  • May 18 · 12 min

    A massive week for Nebraska baseball and softball

    In The World-Herald's weekly baseball show, Evan Bland and Ben Doody preview a huge week for the Husker baseball and softball teams. Evan gives his updated assessment of Nebraska's odds to host a baseball regional. Evan also gives his takes on why Nebraska overachieved during the regular season and what their strenghts and weaknesses are heading toward the NCAA tournament. The guys wrap up the show by previwing the NCAA softball super regional series between Nebraska and Oklahoma State and giving their predictions.

  • May 15 · 1 hr 3 min

    Gary Sharp joins The World-Herald's staff

    Gary Sharp, who many know as a local sports radio personality, is joining the Omaha World-Herald's staff at the digital sports coordinator. Sam McKewon and Tom Shatel welcome Gary and get his thoughts on Nebraska and Creighton athletics.

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