EMERGENCY POD!

The Common Fan Crew discusses the reports that Trev Alberts may be leaving Nebraska to become the Athletic Director of Texas A&M. 

Heisman Trophy winner and Husker legend Johnny the Jet Rodgers joins the Common Fans for an engaging conversation covering a wide range of topics, including:

And much, much more.

Brandon Vogel, former Managing Editor of Hail Varsity Magazine and creator of the Nebraska-focused Counter Read Newsletter, joins the Common Fans to discuss his recent column focusing on the Huskers' struggles at Memorial Stadium in recent years. 

What if Nebraska’s biggest hurdle to get back to greatness is the increasingly heavy weight of its past greatness? How did things ever get so bad? The crew discusses these questions and more, including what ceremonial rituals all Common Fans can perform to break the curse and bring Nebraska back to greatness. 

Not to worry Common Fans, it's not all doom-and-gloom. After discussing Nebraska's recent struggles, the crew and Brandon dive into the many reasons for optimism going into the 2024 season. 

All Common Fans will enjoy this wide ranging and thought provoking conversation. GBR 4 LIFE!

George Achola - former Nebraska running back and current President of the Husker Football Letterman’s Association - joins the Common Fans to share his remarkable story. After emigrating to the United States from Kenya as a young boy, he fell in love with football after attending an Iowa-Nebraska game. He went on to be a standout athlete at Creighton Prep and was recruited by Frank Solich to join the Big Red.

George talks about the lessons he learned from Coach Osborne, which he still carries with him to this day; his passion for giving back by volunteering in the community; and much more.

He also discusses his role at the Husker Football Letterman’s Association, where he works to help former players stay connected to the Big Red brotherhood, and also hopes to connect former players with opportunities to mentor current Huskers.

Enjoy this conversation with a true Nebraska success story on the latest episode of the Common Fan Podcast.

Omaha World Herald football/baseball writer Evan Bland joins the Common Fans to discuss:

And yes, we talk some Husker baseball as well. 

This and much more with the World Herald's own Evan Bland. 

Inside Nebraska Publisher Zack Carpenter joins the Common Fans to discuss the Huskers' 2024 recruiting class:

This and much more on the latest episode of the Common Fan Podcast. 

The Common Fans dig into the recent dust-up about Kirk Herbstreit talking to Dylan Raiola's father Dominic, prior to the QB's commitment to Nebraska. The boys also analyze Coach Rhule's recent comment about designer cars - was that a shot at Coach Prime?

The fellas also discuss the Huskers' recruiting class, the signing day press conference, Chip Kelly's intentional self-demotion, and an intriguing proposal about playing exhibition games during Spring Ball.

This and more on the latest episode of the Common Fan Podcast. 

Chuck Hagel joins the Common Fans to discuss growing up across several small Nebraska towns; playing high school football at Columbus St. Bonaventure (now Columbus Scotus); his love for the Huskers and Memorial Stadium; his favorite Husker memories, and least favorite Husker opponent (spoiler: it's Colorado). 

We also discuss the lessons he carried with him from small town Nebraska all the way to the U.S. Capitol and the Pentagon, and we get into some lessons in leadership from a man who has done it on the battlefield, in the corporate board room, in the halls of Congress, and at the Defense Department. 

You do not want to miss this one, Common Fans. Pour yourself a big glass of Big Red Kool Aid and enjoy this episode of the Common Fan Podcast. 

John Canzano, long time columnist at The Oregonian, sports talk radio host, and veteran reporter covering all things PAC 12, joins the Common Fans for a wide ranging conversation about the four new teams joining the Big 10 (Oregon, Washington, USC, and UCLA); college conference realignment; and the future of college football, including some ideas for how to make sure it doesn't turn into NFL Lite. 

We also get into the back story of the implosion of the PAC 12; the future of PAC 12 After Dark games on Saturday nights; and yes, we talk about former Husker coaches Mike Riley and Scott Frost. 

This and more on the latest episode of the Common Fan Podcast. 

The Common Fans take a deep dive into the new 12 team College Football Playoff format that will be starting in 2024. This is of course relevant to all Common Fans, as the Huskers will be in the CFP sooner rather than later. 

The crew also discusses the recent performance by multiple Husker commits in high school all star games; the hiring of Glenn Thomas as Co-Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach; and an exciting new partnership for the Common Fan Podcast.