I think the easy answer is Dylan Raiola, but better answers are Gabe Ervin Jr, Bryce Benhart, Teddy Prochazka, and MJ Sherman. Ervin Jr has the potential, but can he stay healthy? The OL was physical last year, but they weren't great and they gave up a ridiculous amount of pressure and opportunities to bad defenses like Minnesota, Colorado, and Michigan State (none of those teams except maybe Minnesota had even an average pass rush). That's on the OTs, and protecting Raiola is paramount. MJ Sherman is a player who was highly recruited at Georgia, can he explode onto the field this year?
From what I saw at the spring game in person, Emmett Johnson was a clear #1 RB practicing and playing with a chip on his shoulder working to prove he’s RB #1 I believe it’s very likely Ramir and Gabe take 1st snaps in first games but I believe Emmett Johnson’s will have a breakout season and lead the team in yards
Great video 👍. You gave me a lot of information about the position battles. I hope the kicking and return game is better this year because a lot of teams on Nebraska's schedule have good special teams. In fact, all of Nebraska's final three opponents should have Top 25 or better special teams units.
I’m just glad we’re talking about depth in a quantitative context. It’s been a long time since we were discussing depth in Lincoln. I hope Tristan can shake off whatever is hindering his confidence.
Johnson, just for the fact that he’s been there so long. Both staffs really liked him but I don’t feel like the staffs really let him get a rhythm in games. Would love to see him just tear it up. Gear content as always
I don’t know if this is a compliment, but: I usually listen to my Nebraska podcasts at 1.5x playback speed. You’re the only NU podcaster I listen to at normal speed. Kudos for getting to the point quickly!
As always Connor, another gem. Always pulled for Gabe, from day one out of Buford high school. He’s definitely had a run of bad luck. Nothing would be better than to see him have a season he so richly deserves…keep em comin🌽🏈🌽
I've been telling people since they offered him that Jacorey Barney is special. Don't be surprised to see him burst onto the scene in a big way this season, making it hard for Rhule to leave him off the field. The WR room is gonna have a big rotation for this reason. People forget about Malachi and Alex Bullock too with all the new shiny toys but those boys will contribute as well. My RB1 pick...ugh, that's so hard to say. But I'd say stick with EJ. He has proven he can run between the tackles, stay healthy, & has the breakaway, big play speed that we need. But I also am rooting for Rhamir. Dude has stayed loyal and put in his time. Praying he has a breakout final season too and surprises everyone. GBR! 🏈🎈🌽☠️ My "prove it" player? Hard to argue any as important as Alvano and the kicking situation. Agree with you 100% Conner.
Thanks so much for your insight on Nebraska football. I’m just so far removed from the newest information that I’m needing your insight on this. I live in southern Florida and I’m a huge Huskers fan. I’m starting to get ready for the season and I’m getting excited about watching the Huskers play !
Grabbing the Iowa western kicker is big. Iowa western has one of the best community college teams around. Any add to that position is a win at this point.
my biggest question mark goes to kicking gam.............all very talented but spotty PLUS new long snapper -- Iowa was good MAINLY due to a generational punter...............the kicking game is a MAJOR question.
I understand your list. By your prerequisite, I suppose I can’t disagree much. Id flip a few around but only going off what I think will happen, not what has been proven. Great video.
Merch takes a lot of time away from me making content since I have to pack out orders myself and manage inventory, I think this year I’m taking time off from Merch to focus on my other business during the season that’s a little more automated
In my opinion Qb is most under rated Db is most over rated Gabe Irvin RB1 Just for the bell cow aspect (EJ #2) Agree with Alvano as the prove it player
I feel like the defense will be stupid good. The offense will be better but mainly a lack of turnovers could significantly help. I'm going with 8 or more wins.
i kind of feel like cooper left, maybe only for one season as tony white is probably going to get a HC job following this season. john Butler is coming in to learn the defence, and take over next year allowing cooper to return?
No matter what, one thing i do know, Matt Rhule will put the best players on the field. Does not matter who they are. Matt Rhule is not going to be denied. Development means putting a lot of players on the field. I'm excited for all of it. Let's Gooooo GBR
If this team wins the turnover battles (and it has been years), it will win at least nine games in the regular season. Alvano should redshirt. He should have redshirted last year.
You’re predicting where the QB’s should be ranked based on potential, I’m ranking them based on performance. There’s no way I’m crediting Dylan or Jalyn when they haven’t played a single snap in D1
I think this guy’s a returning hater lol. His rebuttal was written how a middle school bully would say it. I don’t have many haters tbh, maybe 5 who actually leave negative comments 🤷🏼♂️
@@CornCrazed Your a retard! 31 old and still thin skin! Do you think people on here doing what you do dont get bad comments? You need to grow up and move out of Mommies and daddies basement! Which you didnt bring up! another useless person,Sucks off his family,because he still hasnt growed up! It hurts to hear this doesnt it? I have my own useless stepson about your age living a life as you .Thinking video games and sports links are the way to go! I see you love having sex with your hand and not being a man is what No woman with a half a brain would end up with a man living in a fake world! loll. I seen young men like you and how fast there idea of what they hold dear take a dump! When in battle! Piss and crap smells the same no matter how old you are! I hope for your sake you grow up or you will be just as useless as my step son ! I wish you The best young Man Good luck to you!
@@CornCrazed You should watch what you say! I remember you and your mother! You were a fat lad!! I remember spending time with her in the back seat of her van! Her face was jamed in to your booster seat! and when she climaxed , she inhaled 4 gold fish crackers! Hello son! loll
I sure hope so. These past few years haven’t been so hot for us running the ball. No doubt the quarterback play will be elite but if we can run the ball well, we can be a real threat to any team.
@@CornCrazed Gabe Ervin Jr will lead in my opinion, with Rahmir Johnson and Dante Dowdel will compliment well. Can’t forget about Emmett Johnson too I think when we need a big play he’ll come in
Which player do you think has the MOST to prove on this team?
Thomas Fidone
RIOLA
Tristan Alvano
I think the easy answer is Dylan Raiola, but better answers are Gabe Ervin Jr, Bryce Benhart, Teddy Prochazka, and MJ Sherman.
Ervin Jr has the potential, but can he stay healthy?
The OL was physical last year, but they weren't great and they gave up a ridiculous amount of pressure and opportunities to bad defenses like Minnesota, Colorado, and Michigan State (none of those teams except maybe Minnesota had even an average pass rush). That's on the OTs, and protecting Raiola is paramount.
MJ Sherman is a player who was highly recruited at Georgia, can he explode onto the field this year?
First, spell his name right and second, true frosh have shit to prove
Can confirm, this video is a certified offseason classic
;)
Always a good day when Corn Crazed posts!
Glad you made it back ;)
From what I saw at the spring game in person, Emmett Johnson was a clear #1 RB practicing and playing with a chip on his shoulder working to prove he’s RB #1
I believe it’s very likely Ramir and Gabe take 1st snaps in first games but I believe Emmett Johnson’s will have a breakout season and lead the team in yards
Emmett looked good that day, but he was solo. No Rahmir or Gabe. Gives him the leg up so far !
Great video 👍. You gave me a lot of information about the position battles. I hope the kicking and return game is better this year because a lot of teams on Nebraska's schedule have good special teams. In fact, all of Nebraska's final three opponents should have Top 25 or better special teams units.
Gotta match up with them to win those games!
Can't wait for this upcoming season but I'm also looking forward to July 19th when I can use Nebraska in College Football 25!
Massive day incoming 🖤
I’m just glad we’re talking about depth in a quantitative context. It’s been a long time since we were discussing depth in Lincoln. I hope Tristan can shake off whatever is hindering his confidence.
It feels weird to be confident in backups haha
Love the depth of EDGE! Seeing a possible 7 guys to play 2 positions is great for a deep rotation!😮
Defensive line, offensive line, receivers, linebackers, running backs, defense back, quarterbacks, tight ends, kickers.
Johnson, just for the fact that he’s been there so long. Both staffs really liked him but I don’t feel like the staffs really let him get a rhythm in games. Would love to see him just tear it up. Gear content as always
He’s pretty damn motivated to turn it on this year, I loved the segment they did on him in the Chasing 3 content
I don’t know if this is a compliment, but: I usually listen to my Nebraska podcasts at 1.5x playback speed. You’re the only NU podcaster I listen to at normal speed. Kudos for getting to the point quickly!
🤣 I love that compliment! I make it a point to give you as much info as possible, as quickly as possible!!
Great video and breakdown. Expect kicker Nico Ottomanelli to challenge for the starting spot. He was extremely
accurate in high school.
As always Connor, another gem. Always pulled for Gabe, from day one out of Buford high school. He’s definitely had a run of bad luck. Nothing would be better than to see him have a season he so richly deserves…keep em comin🌽🏈🌽
Hope he bounces back strong 🤞🏼🙏🏼
Go Big Red!
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I hope either Ramir or Gabe, or both have a year like Divine Oziggbow did his Senior season.
I've been telling people since they offered him that Jacorey Barney is special. Don't be surprised to see him burst onto the scene in a big way this season, making it hard for Rhule to leave him off the field. The WR room is gonna have a big rotation for this reason. People forget about Malachi and Alex Bullock too with all the new shiny toys but those boys will contribute as well.
My RB1 pick...ugh, that's so hard to say. But I'd say stick with EJ. He has proven he can run between the tackles, stay healthy, & has the breakaway, big play speed that we need. But I also am rooting for Rhamir. Dude has stayed loyal and put in his time. Praying he has a breakout final season too and surprises everyone. GBR! 🏈🎈🌽☠️
My "prove it" player? Hard to argue any as important as Alvano and the kicking situation. Agree with you 100% Conner.
As long as they beat CU I'm happy. But for real that game could set the tone for the season! Good work as usual Connor.
Def will set the tone, better handle those guys! GBR
rarely first at anything ( though my ex-wife would VEHEMENTLY disagree ) - love this particular vid........... GREAT !
Glad you were here early this time!
Change has been overwhelming and coming for 10 years.
Thanks so much for your insight on Nebraska football. I’m just so far removed from the newest information that I’m needing your insight on this. I live in southern Florida and I’m a huge Huskers fan. I’m starting to get ready for the season and I’m getting excited about watching the Huskers play !
Donte Dowdell is about to go crazy!
Let’s get that Joel Klatt interview on the books!
Great video dude! We are getting so close to the season!
Less than 60 days brother :)
Grabbing the Iowa western kicker is big. Iowa western has one of the best community college teams around. Any add to that position is a win at this point.
Hopefully he pushed Alvano to be elite!
@@CornCrazed with a leg like his, the only thing holding him back is his mind.
my biggest question mark goes to kicking gam.............all very talented but spotty PLUS new long snapper -- Iowa was good MAINLY due to a generational punter...............the kicking game is a MAJOR question.
Does Iowa have another star Punter on the way?
@@CornCrazed not sure........but last years' guy was a STUD -- he kept them in games
Goated content here. Very high quality
Appreciate it 🌽💪🏼
Great video! Incredible that depth isn’t an issue at most positions. GBR!
Finally 🥲
I understand your list. By your prerequisite, I suppose I can’t disagree much. Id flip a few around but only going off what I think will happen, not what has been proven. Great video.
Once we get to August, I’ll start dropping the prediction videos and that’ll shake up the rankings forsure haha
With this type of quality physical traits in the players, it now becomes all metal! GBFR
Good stuff, dude. Can’t believe how close the season is getting! gbr
We’ve been patient haha GBR!
Best husker channel on CZcams
Thank you brother 💪🏼
As always.. love your dedication and content to our husker's can't wait to talk husker football with you during the season. And always GBR!!!
GBR Daniel 🖤
Your...BACK... yes!! Lfg!!
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Damn that Purify reference was NOSTALGIC, I’d thought he’d be a dog in the league
Crazy that he played so long ago haha
Great content! I respect how much effort you put into your channel for how little recognition you get.
Great content!!
Appreciate it Brian 🌽
Connor: thanks for dropping some “science” on us with your breakdown. What are you going to be doing in the merch department for 2024?
Merch takes a lot of time away from me making content since I have to pack out orders myself and manage inventory, I think this year I’m taking time off from Merch to focus on my other business during the season that’s a little more automated
Love the content as always 👍,! GBR🎉
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Emmett Johnson is my starter at runnning back.
Corn Crazed video dropped!!
#HereForTheAlgorithm #GoBigRed #FuckTexasAlways :01
And I think the most to prove is Raiola. No, not that one. The OLine has always set the tone for what the team is.
That guy def got off to the right start under Rhule last year, I bet the OL sees even more improvement this season 💪🏼
@@CornCrazed, I have faith in both. But they need to be gritty again. The fear needs to be instilled.
In my opinion
Qb is most under rated
Db is most over rated
Gabe Irvin RB1 Just for the bell cow aspect (EJ #2)
Agree with Alvano as the prove it player
DB’s have so many vets, but if one or two gets hurt, it could unravel QUICK!
I would love to see you rebuild Nebraska
I will accomplish that beginning 2 weeks from now 🤣
I feel like the defense will be stupid good. The offense will be better but mainly a lack of turnovers could significantly help. I'm going with 8 or more wins.
Defense is gonna have to account for teams knowing their play style this time around
Evan Cooper resignation... how does this change things?
We’ll know soon enough 🤷🏼♂️
Marques Buford makes a difference when he’s playing. Emergency Evan cooper video
He’s got great closing speed & I woulda done one, but there’s legit 0 info out there about that situation 🤷🏼♂️
@@CornCrazed it’s true! Great vid
i kind of feel like cooper left, maybe only for one season as tony white is probably going to get a HC job following this season. john Butler is coming in to learn the defence, and take over next year allowing cooper to return?
My thoughts coming shortly
Good video
Thank you sir
Any thoughts on the Cooper resignation and the quick rehire.
Working on video
Connor, what's your take on Evan Cooper resigning?
My only question is whether Nebraska will EVER beat Wisconsin ever again. And I mean EVER.
hilarious, they almost did it the last two years and they were at their worst. Rhule will def beat Wisc and get that back to a 50/50 game soon!
I’m not sure that losing AG is such a negative
Why is my little corn cob white? It should be yellow..I've been following you from the gate bud. I want a yellow corn 🌽 😊😅
Yellow's the last color! You get that one next haha
No matter what, one thing i do know, Matt Rhule will put the best players on the field. Does not matter who they are. Matt Rhule is not going to be denied. Development means putting a lot of players on the field. I'm excited for all of it. Let's Gooooo GBR
Hell yea, I believe in that brother 🤞🏼
Isn't Blye Hill out for the season with the injury from the Spring game?
I think he’s out for the start of the season. I’d expect him back by Oct based on what was said in pressers
@@CornCrazed Fingers crossed that'd be great
Are you gonna do a video on the LB coach resigning
DB coach
Not much to say about it until they find a replacement to be honest
Sorry it's been a wild drunken weekend lol yes DB thank you for the correction GBR
too bad evan cooper left the program! wonder who the replacement could be.
Great question, more story lines to follow haha
If this team wins the turnover battles (and it has been years), it will win at least nine games in the regular season. Alvano should redshirt. He should have redshirted last year.
Any word on why Evan cooper resigned?
No sir
Assistant DB coach Evan Cooper had to suddenly resign for some reason...
It’s always something
DB Coach Evan Cooper has resigned
Fyi Cabelas is in the same category as Trev Albert’s when I comes to Nebraska.
They bailed on Nebraska and sold out
🤣 is that true?
@@CornCrazed that’s how I look at it, they bailed on Nebraskans.
Now we’re a Scheels state imo lol 😂
If you play EA's NCAA '25, Nebraska doesn't have a top 25 overall defense!
It’s ok, I’m good enough to make them look top 10 💪🏼
@CornCrazed I'm just saying EA didn't watch last year's team. When I purchase it, I'll have them as a top 10 D as well.
Evan cooper gone
Evan Cooper resigns!
I stopped watching after qbs were in at seven. Lol
Yes, because the only QB who’s proven anything in the Big Ten had a really strong 2023 right? 🥴
If that made sense in your head, congrats
You’re predicting where the QB’s should be ranked based on potential, I’m ranking them based on performance. There’s no way I’m crediting Dylan or Jalyn when they haven’t played a single snap in D1
You need to get a real job and move out of your parents house! you aint no football talent scout Bro..our young people are lazy and dreamers.
@@CornCrazed Better people tried and failed! lolll Dreamer!
@@CornCrazed Why are you getting all of this random hate on this video?
I think this guy’s a returning hater lol. His rebuttal was written how a middle school bully would say it. I don’t have many haters tbh, maybe 5 who actually leave negative comments 🤷🏼♂️
@@CornCrazed Your a retard! 31 old and still thin skin! Do you think people on here doing what you do dont get bad comments? You need to grow up and move out of Mommies and daddies basement! Which you didnt bring up! another useless person,Sucks off his family,because he still hasnt growed up!
It hurts to hear this doesnt it? I have my own useless stepson about your age living a life as you .Thinking video games and sports links are the way to go! I see you love having sex with your hand and not being a man is what No woman with a half a brain would end up with a man living in a fake world!
loll. I seen young men like you and how fast there idea of what they hold dear take a dump! When in battle! Piss and crap smells the same no matter how old you are!
I hope for your sake you grow up or you will be just as useless as my step son ! I wish you The best young Man Good luck to you!
@@CornCrazed You should watch what you say! I remember you and your mother! You were a fat lad!! I remember spending time with her in the back seat of her van! Her face was jamed in to your booster seat! and when she climaxed , she inhaled 4 gold fish crackers!
Hello son! loll
I really do think the RBs will have an explosive year
Which one leads the pack?
I sure hope so. These past few years haven’t been so hot for us running the ball. No doubt the quarterback play will be elite but if we can run the ball well, we can be a real threat to any team.
@@CornCrazed Gabe Ervin Jr will lead in my opinion, with Rahmir Johnson and Dante Dowdel will compliment well. Can’t forget about Emmett Johnson too I think when we need a big play he’ll come in
GBR! 57 Days!!!
I hope either Ramir or Gabe, or both have a year like Divine Oziggbow did his Senior season.