Nebraska using the transfer portal as a weapon; who will coach special teams

Nebraska using the transfer portal as a weapon; who will coach special teams

Author: Omaha World-Herald January 15, 2025 Duration: 55:52

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon, Evan Bland and Tom Shatel break down Nebraska football's aggressive approach to the transfer portal and who may coach the Huskers' special teams in 2025.

The crew opens with a discussion on Nebraska's aggressive approach to the transfer portal this offseason and who the Huskers have added and lost.

They also talk the standouts from the portal throughout the years.

They talk Nebraska's offseason overhaul of special teams and who may coach the Huskers' third unit.

Will a name be coming soon?

The crew talks how Nebraska can reach the goal that Ohio State and Notre Dame achieved this year: Playing for a national title.

After a narrow loss to Iowa and a blowout one to Purdue, the crew discusses why this doesn't spell doom for the Nebraska men's basketball team's season.

They also discuss the upsides to this year's Huskers and Fred Hoiberg's passion for the job.

The close out with what Allison Weidner's third season-ending injury means for Nebraska women's basketball this season.


For fans who live and breathe Nebraska football, there’s a rhythm to the week that builds toward game day. The Pick Six Podcast from the Omaha World-Herald fits right into that cycle, offering a grounded and informed discussion straight from the newsroom. Each episode features the paper’s own staff writers breaking down the latest developments, from Saturday’s game film and pivotal plays to the recruiting trails and coaching decisions shaping the program’s future. This isn’t just reaction; it’s analysis rooted in daily beat reporting and a deep understanding of Husker sports history. You’ll hear the kind of candid, knowledgeable conversation that happens after the notebooks are closed, where perspectives clash and the bigger picture comes into focus. Tuning into this podcast feels like pulling up a chair at the press box after the final whistle, providing clarity on what just happened and what it means for the weeks ahead. It’s an essential companion for anyone who wants to move beyond the headlines and into the substantive talk that defines a passionate fan base.
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