Husker Doc Talk

The big question facing the Huskers this week, how to beat Oregon? For this kind of knowledge, it takes a Doctor to figure it out (okay maybe not), and that's why you are listening to this week's Husker DocTalk Podcast presented by the Rimington Trophy.
This week, Dr. Rob Zatechka goes deep into this showdown against the Ducks by stating the obvious. Yes, the obvious!  Sometimes we get caught up in over-analyzing  X's and O's, schemes, personnel, and we forget to look at the basic stuff that wins football games.  The ability to run the football.  Not turning the ball over on offense and creating turnovers on defense.  
Yes, Oregon has speed. Yes, Oregon has athletes.  Yes, Oregon has cool Nike uniforms.  Yes, Oregon will score fast and a lot.  But the Quack attack as flaws and they haven't been tested to this point at this stage in the season. It will be interesting to see how graduate transfer quarterback playing on a HUGE stage in a hostile environment will handle the pressure. 
We know, or at least we think we know that the Huskers will put up points on offense.  The question is, what is the total the Blackshirts have to the Ducks at to get a win?  Dr. Rob tells you what he thinks that point total is.
Also, in this podcast we talk about a great beer we are drinking this week!  Listen to find out and then go out and try it!
Don't forget to pick up you Husker gear at one of three Husker Hounds locations in the Omaha area.  Live out of town? Order online at HuskerHounds.com.
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Thanks for listening and we will talk to you next week! 

It's turning into a football cliche'; the most improvement for a team is made between the first game and the second game.
After beating Fresno State 43-10 in the season opener, it may not seem like the Huskers need a lot of improvement. In this week's Husker Doc Talk Podcast presented by the Rimington Trophy, Dr. Rob Zatechka talks about the fine-tuning the Huskers can make as they get ready for Wyoming. 
Speaking of Wyoming, Saturday marks the return to Lincoln for Cowboys Head Coach Craig Bohl.  Bohl is a Lincoln native and a former Nebraska coach; he was fired after the 2002 season.  Bohl is in his third season at Wyoming and has a 7-18 record. The Huskers have never lost to Wyoming in seven previous match-ups. 
This week's Rimington Trophy spotlight shines on Husker center Dylan Utter; the senior captain is anchoring the offensive line. Not bad for a kid who started his career as a walk-on.  
We like to drink beer when we record this podcast. This week we drink a "Big Red" can of brew.  It's the Flanders Red from Destihl Brewing. This craft brew is part of their Wild Sour Series and packs a punch that will leave a mark!
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We have arrived! Finally, it's game week, and the Huskers kick everything off on Saturday against Fresno State. Thanks for choosing to listen to the Husker Doc Talk Podcast presented by the Rimington Trophy.
Seniors Brandon Reilley and Nate Gerry are suspended for the first game, but that has little effect on the Huskers being a 29-point favorite against the Bulldogs.
There are a lot of unknowns about Fresno State as it has a lot of new players on offense and a new offensive coordinator.  The Bulldogs hope to establish a running game with the return of Dontel James who's back from knee surgery.  Look for a fast paced tempo from  Fresno, last season it had a hard time creating an identity last year and scoring points.
The Blackshirts have been handed out, 13 to start the season and all eyes will be on them. Can Nebraska stop the big play? The answer to that question last year was no.
Offensively all eyes will be on Tommie Armstrong and his ability to make good decisions in the passing game.  If he goes the entire game without throwing an interception, that in itself is a victory! 
Travis Justice and Dr. Rob Zatechka discuss these topics and more in this week's podcast. 
Before you head down to the game, make sure to stop and one three Husker Hounds locations in Omaha including the new store at 149th and Maple. If you can't get to Omaha, order online at HuskerHounds.com and show your Big Red Pride.
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The last thing the Huskers wanted was injuries on the offensive line before the season even started. Jerald Foster is out for the season, and Corey Whitaker finds himself healing on the sideline as well.
In this week's Husker Doc Talk Podcast presented by the Rimington Trophy, Dr. Rob Zatechka, and Travis Justice discuss the ramifications of the injuries and impact if any they will have on the offensive line. 
Also, Dr. Rob has never been a big fan of the all white uniforms. When Adidas and Nebraska unveiled the alternate uniform for the 2016 season, you can imagine how that went over with him. In a spirited discussion, Travis and Dr. Rob talk about the fashion statement and if the continued emphasis on the way teams "look" really adds up to winning games and winning recruits.
Speaking of the new uniforms the Huskers will wear, the jersey's and helmets will be in all three Husker Hounds stores by the end of August. Husker Hounds is a sponsor of this podcast and now has three locations in the Omaha area. It's THE place to shop for your Husker gear. 
We want to thank HuskerMax for distributing this podcast.  Also, make sure to follow us on Twitter @DocTalkSports.   Feel free to leave your comments below.  We'll be back next week to talk about the season opener against Fresno State.

Dr. Rob and Travis like to talk about drinking every week; they didn't they would be talking about a coach getting arrested for drinking and driving! In this week's Husker Doc Talk Podcast presented by the Rimington Trophy the first part of the discussion is on receivers coach Keith Williams and how the situation surrounding his employment should be answered. Here's a hint, there is not an easy answer!
Nebraska is coming off its first major scrimmage of fall camp; Dr. Rob discusses what he likes about Quarterback Tommie Armstrong early on.  Dr. Rob also provides a quick diagnosis other parts of the scrimmage.
Finally, who will win the West Division? Iowa is the easy pick, do Travis and Rob agree?  Well, we know one of them does.  Also, who is Doc's surprise pick in the West? 
Make sure to leave your comments below and tell Travis and Dr. Rob what you think.  Also, follow this podcast on Twitter, @doctalksports.  
Big thanks to our presenting sponsor, The Rimington Trophy.  The Rimington Trophy Presentation is January 14, 2017, at the Rococo Theater in Lincoln.
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Week three of the 2016 Husker Doc Talk Podcast presented by the Rimington Trophy brings us to the start of fall practice.
Dr. Rob talks about where the Huskers can't afford to have any injuries during fall camp, or the season for that matter. 
The majority of this podcast is dedicated to the Big 10 East Division. Ohio State is picked to win the East and the Big 10 Championship game by a majority of media members. Impressive considering the number of players the Buckeyes lost to graduation and the NFL draft. What team will give Ohio State a run for its money? Also, what team in the East is a lot like Rodney Dangerfield, getting no respect?
Make sure to follow us on Twitter, @DocTalkSports. If you have any questions or comments about this podcast, please leave your thoughts in the comment box below. 
Big thanks to HuskerMax for sharing this podcast and to Husker Hounds for its sponsorship. Tommie Frazier will be at the new Husker Hounds store at 149th and Maple on Saturday, August 13 from noon until 2:00 P.M. Also at Husker Hounds you can pick up you memorial Sam Flotz button or car sticker, donations go to the Foltz family.

We've talked about a lot of things on this podcast, death is not one of them, until now. Husker Nation suffered a huge loss last weekend when All-Big 10 punter Sam Foltz was killed in a car accident in Wisconsin. 
Many stories have been told about the player, and most importantly the man Foltz was to his team, the University, and the community. This podcast is about dealing with death and how the Huskers move on with fall camp starting shortly.
Dr. Rob lost a teammate 20-years ago in Brook Berringer. This latest tragedy has him thinking about the past and gives some insight on how players are dealing with the loss of friend and teammate.
We also want to welcome Husker Hounds to the Doc Talk podcast. Husker Hounds is on board as a sponsor for the entire season and opening a new store in Omaha at 149th and Maple. Check it out and get your Husker gear at one of Husker Hounds' three stores or online a www.huskerhounds.com.
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I know, you are looking at the podcast rundown and thinking we already had episode one for 2016. Well, that was the Spring season, so let's call this episode one, part two; the regular season.
This podcast episode it a lot of fun! Since we are getting ready for Big 10  Media Days in Chicago and practice hasn't started yet, it just three guys sitting around microphones talking Nebraska football and much more.
That's right three.  Joining Travis and Rob on this podcast is former Husker great, Dave Rimington. The Rimington Trophy is starting its third year as the presenting sponsor of this podcast, and anytime we can get Dave in the studio we jump at the chance.
We cover a lot of ground in this discussion and as always the opinions are raw, entertaining, and insightful.
Let's get this season started! This episode is just the beginning of the 2016 season.  This podcast will pick up on a weekly basis started the week of August 1st.
Let us know what you think, by leaving your comments below. You can also follow us on Twitter @DocTalkSports