The storylines and question marks ahead of Nebraska's training camp

The storylines and question marks ahead of Nebraska's training camp

Author: Omaha World-Herald July 25, 2025 Duration: 57:01

In the latest episode of the Pick Six Podcast, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk Nebraska at Big Ten media days and the storylines — and question marks — for the Huskers training camp.

Time stamps

0:00 Evan Bland breaks down the setup and vibe of the first Big Ten media days in Las Vegas.

7:24 Sam McKewon and Evan Bland discuss Matt Rhule's comments at Big Ten media days, including his vision for Nebraska football, Scott Frost's comments and more. 

18:25 Sam McKewon and Evan Bland talk the storylines of Nebraska football's preseason training camp.

44:00 From the special teams unit to individual players, Sam McKewon and Evan Bland discuss the parts of Nebraska football that they are questioning heading into training camp and the season. 


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