Husker Doc Talk

When a Husker player is injured we count on two different places for honest information. The first is Mike Riley, okay he might not be totally honest, but he speaks with authority. The 2nd is Dr. Rob Zatechka. Hey, what would a doctor be if he can't give his opinion about injuries? Tonight we discuss the Jones fracture of Husker star wide receiver De'Mornay Pierson-El's injury. Originally it was stated that Pierson-El would be out 6-8 weeks, but in this Omaha World-Herald story, Head Coach Mike Riley indicates it could be a little longer.First of all, what is a Jones fracture? Dr. Rob explains only like a doctor can. Also, what does this mean for the Nebraska special teams unit as Jordan Westercamp is now the #1 punt returner? If you listen long enough, you will find out what Dr. Rob has over both Pierson-El and Westercamp.We like to hear you thoughts on this Podcast, leave your comments below.  Also if you have any questions for Dr. Rob feel free to ask them in the comments section and make sure to follow him on Twitter @doctalksports.

We have all heard about how Mike Riley is a really, really nice guy.  The media love affair with him since moved to Lincoln has been borderline pornographic. Every newspaper in the state has slobbered over him with positive coverage trying to earn his affection.Well, I wonder how they feel today? Mike Riley is nice... He's just a lot nice to Kerry Eggers from the Portland Tribune. Eggers was given unprecedented access to the Nebraska coaching staff and meeting with what some would consider to be classified information. It was great journalism that gave Nebraska fans a rare look on the inside of the program they love so much.  If you haven't seen the article you can read it here.In this week's Husker Doc Talk Podcast, Dr. Rob discusses the good and the bad that can come from granting access like this to someone other than a local media member. As a fan, it's awesome.  As a media member, there's good reason to feel a little butt hurt.  Good or bad we know a lot more today about the inner circle of Mike Riley and it's a lot more informative than a daily practice report.Our beer of the week from The Benson Brewery: The Benson BlondeWe would love your feedback, leave your comments below.  

The long summer wait is over! Fall camp starts on Thursday for the Huskers; this will be a fresh start not just for the players but a new coaching staff as well. Sure you can make the case that the Mike Riley era started with Spring practice, but it really starts now.Will there be a learning curve? How important are summer workouts? Who are the leaders that are emerging with this new coaching staff? Can freshman really step in and start playing right away? The smartest guy we know, Dr. Rob Zatechka gives us his thoughts in this weeks Husker Doc Talk podcast presented by The Rimington Trophy.Make sure to follow us on Twitter @DocTalkSports.  Tell a friend about us and give us your feedback by leaving comments below.

We are back for another season! I know the season hasn't started yet but it's July so we might as well start talking about College Football Now!In the first episode of the 2015 season, we start by reading between the lines.  The early lines for Vegas that is. Nebraska opened up a 6 point favorite over BYU, but the early money is on the Cougars in Lincoln. Why is this? Well in this Husker DocTalk Podcast presented by The Rimington Trophy we talk to Nebraska native Scott Spreitzer. Scott has been handicapping games since the mid-1980's and has a soft spot in his betting and beating heart for the Big Red.Scott is also a radio host on the ESPN affiliate in Las Vegas and offers a unique perspective not only on the Nebraska football but the Big 10 as well.Enjoy the podcast and please give us your feedback and thoughts of the upcoming season. If you have questions for Dr. Rob, fire away! 

What is next for the Nebraska Football program? After losing the Holiday Bowl to USC, the Huskers need stability more than anything. In this episode of the Husker Doc Talk Podcast presented by The Rimington Trophy, Dr. Rob and Travis discuss:The Holiday BowlWill Tommie Armstrong start again for NebraskaWhat does Mike Riley need to do starting right nowUnstable since 1998We would like to know what you think, leave your comments below.

We know the Huskers CAN beat USC, but Dr. Rob answers the question of will they?  Are all the distractions since the end of the regular season still lingering or is a mountain being made out of a mole hill?  Straight talk from the Doctor as we preview the Holiday Bowl in this weeks podcast.As alway, we would like to hear form you, leave your comments below and make sure to follow us on twitter, @doctalksport.  If you haven't purchased your tickets to the Rimington Trophy Presentation, you can do so by visiting www.rimingtontrophy.com

So... In his final meeting with the team after he was fired as Nebraska's Head Coach, Bo Pelini goes on on his former boss. Are you really that shocked? Take away the vulgar language, did Bo really tell any lies to his team? Dr. Rob does not disagree with Bo in some respects, but in this Husker Doc Talk Podcast the good doctor tell us how Bo should have responded. Watch it at the end, Dr. Rob swears like a sailor!We want to know what you think of Bo's comments, tell us by leaving comments below.

In this edition of the Husker Doc Talk podcast, Dr. Rob Zatechka and Travis Justice discuss Bo Pelini getting fired after a 9-3 season.We would love to hear your thoughts on another coach getting axed and where you think the program goes from here.  Leave your comments below.