Nebraska’s EXPLOSIVE & EXCITING Spring Game!

[@carrikerchronicles90]

One of the more entertaining Spring Games we’ve had in a while. Do you feel better about our offense now, going into the season? CarrikerChronicles.com

[@foosful]

I feel great about our offense going into the fall! My concerns are field goal kicking and our secondary after the injuries. I have a great feeling about this year. GBR!

[@garymorris1856]

Yes the offense looks pretty good, but to be perfectly candid, sometimes I don't know what to draw from the spring game, but I am encouraged about the upcoming season.

[@pegsmith1110]

I am very excited about our offense! HH has really improved and I'm so happy for him. What about these false starts?

[@carrikerchronicles90]

It’s early, the false starts should improve.

[@stephenneal9218]

DR threw deep, into tight windows, and with touch when he needed to. Finally, we have a passer, which we need to compete in the B1G.

[@thegirls308]

Thank you so much for taking the time to shake my hand and take a picture. It made my day after a really hard Friday. Stand up guy

[@heiz1962]

You’re a class act! Prayers for Nebraska🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Darknight0413]

You know, Adam, you are a special, special special human being.

[@justindutcher1300]

Yes on Raiola

[@Trusted_Advisor]

Yes and Yes. Raiola...however...HH and Danny Dimes are quite good and let's keep all three in suspense right up to game 1. HH won the turnover battle!!!!!! Great job putting together a KZbin video on Tom Osborne Field. Impressive! This shows the skill and versatility of your super talented production team! This is a perfect Spring Game - in that you saw TONS of good players, good potential, good plays and, of course, you reveal the "things to work on". Then we have the perfect season - 4 home games in a row, first 7 winnable, and the last 5 are the toughest. For Freshman QB you could think of the first 7 games as the Season 1, and the last 5 as Season 2. And we have a couple off weeks during the season which is an advantage of the early Aug 31 start. Very pumped for the season and it will be a long wait to August 31!

[@dionpryor369]

What??😮

[@ThunderPants13]

Kicking game is still a concern (1-3 on FGs).

[@mje2518]

Thanks Adam ;)

[@RandomActs1212]

My only worry after the spring game is our kicking game. Bushemi (sp?) and Alvono did not fill me with confidence. One the other hand - NO fumbles. Let’s hope that’s an indicator for the fall.

[@stevejones6247]

yep on Dylan Raiola on the first QB

[@jordansocha6932]

Raiola gonna win a Heisman (maybe two) and be the number one overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. He's got it all - decision making, athletic ability, leadership, work-ethic, focus, humility, drive, etc. Raiola is already the best QB in the B1G and gives Nebraska a chance to beat any team on the schedule. Nebraska's o-line and special teams have a lot of things to work on. We're comin'!!

[@jesusrivera743]

Dylan can make all the throws Needs to be protected a good running game can’t hurt

[@chuckdowling3933]

Yes on Raiola, yes loved the offense, no real concerns other than the two injuries

[@Farmersforever1993]

Heinrich knows how to work and i believe he’ll be able to push Raiola and which case will make both qbs better and thus makes season hard for teams to prepare for either qb. Then throw in Kailen and this young qb group is a threat for years. Rbs have drastically improved. Overall they’re better than last year.

[@DG-mo5kr]

Announce QB on game day. I do think it will be Raiola. Red shirt Kaelin and Haarberg QB 2. The way Nebraska uses Quarterbacks they will need all three this season. Hope they can keep them all.

[@MrZzyzxx]

Dylan to start but double H is the real deal and will play alot................disappointed with simply the number of "helmets to the ball" - even though multiple D starters didn't play the rest weren't around the ball as much as i expected................overall a good teaser for the season.............glad to see Dowdell finally showed glimpses of what he can be

[@stroeherj]

HH seemed to completely retool his delivery. Ball was getting out much faster than last year

[@mjphoto45]

A lot

[@toddhensley2204]

Are we gonna listen to you all day!

[@geofreypejsa54]

Good Video Adam! Thanks for the shout out to the tornado victims. Very hyped about how well the team played. Dylan looked great, but am a fan of Harberg too!

[@jimrobertson1617]

YES, YES AND our field goal issues. Overall I was/am excited and looking forward to the fall. Good show.

[@markmueller9814]

Can't tell for sure but first FG miss is on the holder. I think he lets go off the ball. Going to look again on replay.

[@stevejones6247]

Nebraskans take care one another

[@scottlehman3654]

Agree punting and kicking looked great can't stand the 2 min warning and lines are looking better than years past

[@jefflaass]

Jacory Barney appeared to think the kicker was a white teammate and let up when they met during his return

[@cudabackag]

I thought that as well

[@tjoh016tj]

I definitely noticed that, and couldn't stop laughing....my money is he will get ragged on forsure hahahahaha

[@Swooop9530]

Grey jerseys need to be darker. They were a hard to tell apart from white.

[@brianbauer8761]

Kickers have enough time to change jerseys if they were swapping teams, only linemen should have been in grey,,, our return game looks much improved

[@lomarsweed6604]

@@Swooop9530 What's the point of grey jerseys at all?

[@markmueller9814]

Remember some defensive starters did not play, will increase pass rush. WR looked good blocking as well. Living in southern New Mexico looking forward to opener against hated UTEP.

[@thomasmason2222]

Overall we were very impressed, however with so many eventual starters out offensively and defensively it's difficult to arrive at an overall opinion. We do like the improvement in depth.

[@jeffshaw4039]

Overall the team looked good can't wait for the fall season.

[@Swooop9530]

1. Yes 2. Yes 3. Tackling in the backfield somewhat.

[@johnpabst7003]

The spring game is a beauty pageant... Let's dress up the QB's and make them look like a 10. I will wait for the make up to come off before I decide.

[@mikestraub4395]

8 fumbles in last years spring game literally translated to the season. How many fumbles from QB's this year? 0.

[@Mothball556]

Don’t forget even though it’s called the “spring game” it is a practice.

[@lomarsweed6604]

So then why isn't it called "spring practice?" Oops, I guess it's a game.

[@tayway402]

Raiola is definitely QB1… but we have to find a way to get HH involved, he’s to good of an athlete to leave on the bench

[@John-qk3qi]

Yes, Yes, kicking specialist and rate on non-contact knee injury on this field turf. Last year, it was brand new, wasn't it?

[@CH-es1ri]

Get DPS concrete construction to sponsor you getting some wider set sunglasses that actually fit your face lol

[@Jayson-rb5jd]

How does being Canadian by the prior comment have anything to do with the talent for the team

[@JarodKing-u3u]

Dylan ryola will be the starter The offensive explosiveness was due to not be able to sack the quarterback and most of our star players on defense were out plain and simple won't know the real truth and tell their under pressure

[@Shawn-p4r]

How we don't have a kicker?

[@williamadair1874]

No yes and pretty snap penalty

[@Mothball556]

The missed field goals are particularly disappointing. Missed fields have killed us for a long time. If there’s a proven field goal kicker in the portal go get him.

[@MadRat70]

Are you not entertained? /Caesar voice

[@maryannanderson7413]

Raola will start. HH is really good. My concern--FG kicking and running game.

[@dionpryor369]

Its a spring game. You can't possibly take much of anything away from it..

[@shoresy6951]

@@dionpryor369 Last years was pretty evident how last season went.

[@dougstone9308]

​@@dionpryor369 Only two interceptions I saw. Better than last year, but two is too many. Least it was more competitive to a degree.

[@cudabackag]

​@@dougstone9308at least no fumbles that I saw

[@cudabackag]

Running game seems fine. Guys hit the hole well and made some guys miss. I think the run defense is pretty good just like last year

[@Flyinglawyer5286]

Pass me the koolaid

[@Sideout34]

Yes and Yes...Missing field goals :(

[@zguy2441]

Dylan is starter if you don’t need RPO. If it’s 30mph winds I would start HH. The one play I saw the RB Mazzccue was incredible and I would like to know it was one good read and run or if he is that guy. Johnson looks like a B1G RB. I thought our O line didn’t look deep enough lots of times losing 1v1 match ups and ruining the pocket but the refs were not calling the sacks.

[@stroeherj]

Dylan can move aswell. It’s just not his game.

[@pegsmith1110]

I see HH and DR equal, excited about offense, concerned about penalties. GBR!

[@golfr-kg9ss]

I know this is practice but I thought the offense was pass heavy. Adam, your D guy what did you think of the D play? I know there were several starters held out but I'd have to say I was disappointed.

[@cudabackag]

I wouldn't say that I'm disappointed by the defense. The secondary might seem a little lack luster but also a lot of the schemes up front were bland which is to be expected for the spring game, that should help the secondary out a lot. Run defense looked pretty good though against what looks like some talented backs

[@foosful]

Nobody is beating Nebraska in 2024. Nobody! GBR!!

[@TaxinGigs]

Except USC, Iowa, Wisconsin, etc

[@foosful]

@TaxinGigs I could see Ohio State beating NU, but I think Nebraska is better than those teams.

[@TaxinGigs]

@@foosful Sure hope so

[@stephencostello3174]

12-0 until we ain't. Curb stomping CU will make my season get off to a great start

[@foosful]

@@stephencostello3174 watch CU's spring game to put a smile on your face. They are a mess. We will finally beat them, and I don't think it will be close.

[@brandonkool3650]

Don’t drink the kool aid! We had 0 huskers drafted in the nfl this year. A rugby soccer player from England was drafted but not one husker. I’m hopeful but sorry big red you gotta show me you can win games.

[@lomarsweed6604]

That's because the NFL'ers are still on the roster. If they were getting drafted you wouldn't have 'em, smart guy.

[@CraigKerwood-001]

Dylan looked the part. He looked calm, poised, and in command of the offense. He doesn't look like the college game is "too fast" for him.

[@dionpryor369]

I saw nothing that would dampen our expectations.. also its basically a practice and some starters didn't play and moving players around and vanilla play calling on both sides. But it looked so much better than what we have seen in recent years for a spring game..

[@scottlosey4978]

100% agree Dion.....remember those godawful Frost Spring Games where it looked like the last couple Pro Bowls before the NFL got rid of it. Harbarg really looked good as well......I was surprised by the ease with which he threw the deep passes. If you remember, I was HIGHLY critical of Coach Rhule last year. Well, thankfully, it appears as though I was dead wrong to be that critical in year one. The kicking position needs to stop missing fieldgoals!

[@spod11]

I'm canadian and overall talent looks way better than previous years.

[@brianbauer8761]

So does being Canadian mean your more an expert or less, lol

[@Husker65td]

1) Maybe! HH showed very much improved throwing motion and accuracy and his ability to stay in the pocket and read his progressions, which one or two exceptions he did well today - but his biggest strength is his running threat, either designed or scrambling and he showed that quite well today. I can see DR starting and perhaps they use HH to start the 3rd Qtr in a tight game to completely throw off the opposing D's game plan/scheme. Ideal would be to design plays where DR is QB and HH is in backfield/WR, gets ball and throws to wide open receiver as LBs/DBs collapse down to defend HH's running. 2) YES! 3) Place kicking! Still big questions from last year. Tristan needs to figure it out, or perhaps we need to grab an experienced, reliable place kicker from the Portal to mentor/motivate him or start! Was there and watched closely what were the consistently weak areas from last season - pass protection and ball control. O-Line was MUCH improved over last season, even with White running base D today, as far as pass protection blocking. Also great to see that the RB's have improved greatly in the ability to pick up and block successfully pressure coming in on the QB.

[@Trusted_Advisor]

interesting ideas - need to get a "red phone" direct to OC

[@billriggle7415]

Shanked punt, 2 missed field goals, QBs staring down their receivers, illegal motion, penalties. Are we still in 2023? Yes, great runs and a few good passes. Coach wants to air-it-out explains 4th and 10 endzone pass but I sure hope coach calls a real game 10 yard pass for a 1st down. Great receivers and running backs. Can only hope all pans out.

[@mikeknoll1807]

My concern was touched on by you. The O-Line. Maybe now they can come together.

[@lakotacop]

DR is absolutely the starting QB.....Offense appeared to improve significantly........BIG CONCERN IS STUPID PENALTIES..........GBR !!!!!

[@dionpryor369]

Big concern is this was just a practice and with green jerseys 😮

[@Swooop9530]

@@dionpryor369Just a practice? That’s not Rhule expected.

[@stephencostello3174]

If it was number 1 o line? Yeah. But, don't think Donnie will let it slide.

[@TMats100]

Raiola starter, right now, “Yes.” Looks like Heinrich would be a great #2 and also his run threat makes him a great situational option. If possible, it would be great to RS, Kaelin. Offense certainly looks dynamic. Concern for Blye Hill’s injury. Everything we heard was that he was likely to start opposite Tommi Hill. Sure hope it’s a knee sprain and nothing involving ligaments.

[@stevejones6247]

Nebraska Strong Go Big Red

[@stormpooh]

We need to find a field goal kicker in the portal!

[@jennciavarella6888]

I don't think the two interceptions were QB fault. DR hit the receiver in the hands and it bounced out. Danny's went through the receiver's hands. INterceptions are never good, but I'll take that over throwing a ball to a defender. HH looked good. He's not an underdog, but I kind of root for him like he is one. Obviously DR is the starter, I don't think that's even a question. But I think that knowing that he could go in at any moment and the experience he has has given him a new focus in practice. Dylan was good, I really enjoyed seeing how much he communicated with the offense between plays. He comes across confident and as the leader. But HH has a lot of talent that he got to show off.

[@jeffpatchell6413]

YES YES YES, Kicking game as usual. Kaelin doesn't look very good.

[@judysmall8238]

Yes and yes! Good show. We're coming back! ❤❤❤❤

[@rodsteinwart7933]

yes I think Dylan is the starter

[@SGTUSMCVET269]

It’s the gmo corn syrup tearing the joints up. Even if they don’t drink it now, they probably drank it as kids.

[@B1GJayMavSker]

Concerning was all the offensive penalties

[@davidbangtson3109]

I felt much the same as you. The only thing that concerned me was that only 60,000 people came. I would have expected more given the debut of Dylan and other key new players. No big deal, but I was surprised and disappointed.

[@matthewhowell3492]

For game 1 it’ll be packed full don’t worry too much 60k for a spring game is still probably top 3 in college football

[@stephencostello3174]

60k for practice? Pretty freaking amazing. Especially after tornados not even 24 hours before the game. Very very exciting to get this season started. LFG GBR ☠️☠️☠️☠️

[@dream_in_digital]

Over 60,000 people showed up after a massive tornado hit the area and caused a tremendous amount of damage less than 24 hours prior to the game. Name another fanbase who does that. A lot of Nebraskans have their hands full with loss and recovery efforts. I think they deserve a pass for missing a spring game.

[@theconservativehusker]

The kid in the back mocking Adam from the stands. LOL @4:02

[@foosful]

We need a new field goal kicker and more depth at CB, especially with the injuries today

[@joannleichliter4308]

I think Tristan will be better than he seemed today. He did well last year, and everyone can have an off day. We'll see, I guess.

[@CarnageUndone]

dude you you understand kickers don't hit all FGs like come on.

[@TheSkyMex]

1. No 2. Yes

[@kentkelly5301]

Overall I am hopeful for this coming season. Raiola looed very good and Haarberg looked better than last year. I upset a couple of folks on FB because I did not see Raiola checking down his receivers. Seemed to me he got the snap and his head was consistently watching the primary guy! Did you notice that? The guys on FB told me he was looking at 2 and 3 options all the time. Maybe I need a new TV?

[@grenade.turtle]

New tv would help

[@cudabackag]

I did notice that at times like on some curl routes

[@Husker65td]

I was there and yes, there were a couple of plays where it was obvious he was going for the home run and missed the open check down receiver closer by.

[@therileyobrien]

@@Husker65tdjust because someone is “open” doesn’t mean that’s where the ball should go.

[@cudabackag]

@@Husker65td that isn't a problem when it isn't all the time. Stretching out the defense is a good thing so the safeties and linebackers aren't creeping up in the run game and short to medium pass plays

[@stuartpederson8317]

No, Heinrich, GBR

[@Badger5280]

No shit!