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Return to Glory - NebraskaHunter's HypeCast: Michigan PreviewSince Hunter couldn't join Dak and Austin this week, here is his preview for the Michigan Game!
2025-09-1913 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.22: Sell the Team, Blow Up the Stadium -- Michigan RecapDak and Hunter recap the Michigan game. After the Michigan game, we have 7 games left that should be much more at our level. If we can't win games the rest of the year, what do we do? Dak says to sell the team and blow up the stadium. I don't mind it.
2023-10-0239 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.17: Talent Defined and Resetting Expectations -- La Tech PreviewAustin, Dak, and Hunter give a detailed discussion on expectations and talent. We also preview the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs ahead of this week's matchup. Dak puts in his locks for the week.
2023-09-2140 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.14: We Need Kirk Cousins -- Northern Illinois PreviewDak and Hunter recap the Husker football headlines this week, and preview the Northern Illinois Huskies, which may be one of the most important games of the year.
2023-09-1439 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.13: Control, Command, and Poise -- Colorado RecapDak and Hunter recap the Colorado game, as Austin is on vacation (or he just doesn't want to talk about this game either, I don't blame him).
2023-09-1141 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.12: Don't Throw the Ball -- Colorado PreviewAfter a long weekend, Austin, Hunter, and Dak preview the newly top 25 ranked Colorado Buffaloes. While Coach Sanders has his team with all the eyes on him, can Coach Rhule and the Huskers come into Boulder and get their first top 25 win in what feels like forever?
2023-09-0746 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.7: What Are You MOST Excited For?Austin, Dak, and Hunter give their top 3 things they are most excited for. Dak loves Texas... again. And we finish off with rapid fire B1G West win totals.
2023-08-2140 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.5: Husker Defense Preview -- Athleticism, Versatility, FlexibilityAustin, Hunter, and Dak break down the Husker defense. We go through Tony White's 3-3-5 scheme, and how it may or may not fit in the Big Ten. We also go through the depth chart and talk through key players to making this new system work!
2023-08-1539 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.3: Husker Schedule Breakdown (By Importance)Austin, Dakoda, and Hunter go through the Husker football schedule game by game, ranking from least to most important. There was some disagreement, and we found out that Akron and Arkansas State are the same school.
2023-08-0741 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.2: College Football Preview -- More Moving PartsAustin, Dak, and Hunter preview the college football landscape, including NIL, transfer portal, conference realignment, and more. We give our favorties and dark horses in each conference and who we like to make it to the CFB Playoffs.
2023-08-0340 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 5.1: Lift Weights, No Golf, Build an O-LineReturn to Glory is back for another season, with our new co-host and Oklahoma fan Dakoda Freitag joining Hunter and Austin. It's the make or break year and the guys level set expectations for Coach Rhule and the football team we kick off Spring practice on Monday.
2023-07-3139 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.43: Spring Game Recap -- Season 4 FinaleAustin and Hunter give our thoughts on the Spring Game this Saturday. What can you take away from the White team's 21-7 win over the Red team?
2023-04-2437 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.42: Time to Drink the Rhule-AidAustin and Hunter talk about both the men's and women's final four, before giving out overall thoughts on Husker practice in the Spring.
2023-04-0337 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.41: 2023 March Madness PreviewAustin and Hunter talk brackets. And even pick one all the way through to the end. Hear our breakdwon, picks, sleepers, and our eventual national champion.
2023-03-1641 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.40: Successful Year for Nebraska Basketball?Austin and Hunter recap the Husker Basketball season, and discuss the direction of the program moving forward. Coach Hoiberg will likely be retained. Is this the right decision?
2023-03-1634 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.39: LeBron Makes HistoryAfter a long break from Season 4, Austin and Hunter are back at it as LeBron James becomes the leading scorer in NBA history. We talk about some of LeBron's greatest moments and give our thoughts on the upcoming Super Bowl.
2023-02-0940 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.37: Thoughts on 2023 Recruiting ClassAustin and Hunter are back after the holiday break to talk about the final 2023 Husker football recruiting class. We also touch on the college football playoffs and Nebraska basketball's big win over Iowa.
2023-01-0337 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.36: Emojis, Memes, and GIFsAustin and Hunter go through the latest offseason news for Husker football, including potential QB talk. Nebraska basketball suffers a tough loss to K-S-U and Austin got to experience the worst of it.
2022-12-1938 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.35: Pot RoastAustin and Hunter recap the Husker volleyball season, highlight the recent rise of Nebraska basketball, and breakdown the assistant coach hires on Coach Rhule's staff.
2022-12-1225 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.34: RED STATENebraska defeats Creighton in Omaha for the first time since 2004. Austin and Hunter talk about the recent unexpected excitement from Nebrasketball and give their takes on the CFB Playoff selections.
2022-12-0539 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.33: Toughness, Passion, Values, PrioritiesAustin and Hunter recap Rhule's introductory press conference and the breaking news surrounding Mickey Joseph.
2022-12-0140 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.31: Thanksgiving -- Iowa PreviewAustin and Hunter squeeze in a short episode before the Thanksgiving holiday, giving our last minute thoughts on the coaching search and a quick preview of the Iowa Hawkeyes.
2022-11-2423 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.30: Speak For Yourself -- Wisconsin RecapAustin and Hunter do our season recap before the season is even over, after the Huskers lose to Wisconsin 14-15.
2022-11-2235 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.28: Fast-Forward --Michigan RecapAustin and Hunter recap the Michigan game. We also discuss other Husker sports, including men's and women's basketball, volleyball, and even women's soccer.
2022-11-1434 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.27: Doing What Wins Football Games -- Michigan PreviewAustin and Hunter discuss our upcoming thoughts as Nebraska takes on Michigan on Saturday. We also discuss Coach Cook landing another #1 recruiting class and Husker basketball starting off 1-0.
2022-11-1036 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.26: Making a Script -- Minnesota RecapAustin and Hunter recap another loss and what it means for the rest of the season. Will we have a coach soon or not? How will Fred fix the culture/chemistry problem?
2022-11-0741 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.25: Time is Ticking -- Minnesota PreviewNebraska may have its football coach in the next 4 weeks, as the time is ticking away. Austin and Hunter discuss Mickey Joseph's status and preview Minnesota ahead of this week's matchup.
2022-11-0342 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.23: Mickey's Big Game -- Illinois PreviewWhile Austin enjoys his honeymoon, Jackson Weeks joins Hunter to preview the Illinois Fighting Illini ahead of the Saturday's matchup.
2022-10-2739 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.22: Top 10 Coaching CandidatesWhile Austin enjoys his honeymoon, Hunter breaks down his top 10 football coaching candidates and gives his reasons behind his choices.
2022-10-2043 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.21: What Could Have Been -- Purdue RecapNewlywed Austin and Hunter recap the Purdue loss, and give our thoughts on Mickey, Trey Palmer, and other key storylines.
2022-10-1736 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.20: What Winning Can Do -- Purdue PreviewHunter and Austin preview the Purdue Boilermakers. Can the Huskers slow down O'Connell and Purdue's passing attack? What will the Husker offense have to do to stay in the game?
2022-10-1337 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.16: Let Adrian Cook -- Indiana PreviewAustin and Hunter recap Adrian Martinez finally getting his moment, as he outshined Oklahoma last Saturday. We then preview Indiana and talk about expectations for the upcoming week.
2022-09-2939 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.15: The Megachurch Pastor -- Bye WeekAustin and Hunter take on the bye week with a discussion of coaching prototypes. We discuss what makes a good football coach in our minds, leading us to begin to think of our next coaching candidates.
2022-09-2240 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.13: WE WANT EMOTION -- Oklahoma PreviewIt's Oklahoma week! With interim head coach Mickey Joseph at the helm, hear what Austin and Hunter have to say about the upcoming battle with the sooners.
2022-09-1540 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.12: Change in Leadership -- Georgia Southern RecapThe Huskers fall to Georgia Southern, officially ending Scott Frost's tenure as Nebraska's head football coach. Jackson Weeks joins Hunter and Austin to give our initial reactions to breaking news and our thoughts moving forward with Mickey Joseph as our interim head coach.
2022-09-1242 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.11: Year 5 or Fresh Start -- Georgia Southern PreviewAustin and Hunter discuss the development, or lack thereof, of the Husker seniors that are currently on the roster in Coach Frost's 5th year at the helm. We then preview the Georgia Southern Eagles ahead of this week's matchup.
2022-09-0840 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.10: Snapping the Losing Streak -- North Dakota RecapHappy Labor Day Weekend! Austin and Hunter jump in to our reactions following the Husker's win over North Dakota.
2022-09-0541 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.8: Sound of Silence -- Northwestern RecapAnother year, another opening Husker football loss. Austin and Hunter recap the game following a 28-31 loss to Northwestern in Dublin, Ireland.
2022-08-2944 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.7: Earn Your Name -- Northwestern PreviewAustin and Hunter break down the beginning of the 2022 Husker Football Season. The Huskers travel to Dublin, Ireland to take on Northwestern in a much anticipated Week 0 game. Here our thoughts on the Wildcats and what to expect come Saturday.
2022-08-2539 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.5: Husker Offense Preview -- New Names, New FacesWe are less than 2 weeks away from the season! Austin and Hunter break down the Husker offense and discuss their keys to 2022, along with projected depth charts and our expectations from the pipeline.
2022-08-1538 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.3: The Future of NILNIL has become a pressing topic in college athletics and will continue to develop over the next few years. Austin and Hunter give their thoughts on where we are at and where we think NIL will head.
2022-08-0833 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 4.2: We Need A Big BrotherAustin and Hunter dive in on the current hot topics in college football. What do we think will happen to conferences in the future? Plus, we break down the Big Ten Conference as well as predict who we think will come out of each division.
2022-08-0442 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.46: Season 3 Finale - Crack That WhipWrapping up Season 3 of the Return to Glory Podcast with discussion on the Husker Spring Game this past Saturday, along with catching up on other recent events in sports. What did Austin and Hunter think about the Spring Game and what are their thoughts headed into the summer?
2022-04-1142 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.45: Predicting Chaos - March MadnessAustin and Hunter discuss the most recent news in Husker sports, including finishing up basketball season and the beginning of Baseball and Spring Football. We then pick our bracket and give details to our bracket contest "RETURN TO GLORY POD" on ESPN.
2022-03-1545 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.43: Apathy Has Set InAustin and Hunter talk about the general apathy towards the Husker basketball team. Then, we dive in deeper to Coach Amy Williams and the Husker women on their season as we get closer to postseason play.
2022-02-0839 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.42: The Resume Guy - Mark WhippleAustin and Hunter discuss accountability issues with Husker basketball, along with various coaching prototypes. We also outline the current situation in the Nebraska QB room and the situation Mark Whipple has in front of him.
2022-01-2442 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.41: Nebraska's Professional Sports TeamAustin and Hunter talk briefly about Nebraska basketball, then go right into a very contentious discussion on Husker sports and the role of fans in the state. We discuss the current states of the major sport programs in Nebraska and who is to blame.
2022-01-1744 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.32: CULTURE>TALENT - Wisconsin PreviewAustin and Hunter recap Husker basketball's 9th loss in its last 10 games to its in-state rival, Creighton. We also preview Husker football's upcoming opponent, Wisconsin, with just two games remaining in the 2021 season.
2021-11-1943 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.29: A Friendly Reminder - Ohio St RecapAustin and Hunter recap the Husker's 17-26 loss against the #5 ranked Ohio St Buckeyes. The Huskers played up to their competition and come away with another close loss. What does this mean for the future of the program?
2021-11-0841 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.27: The Point of No Return - Purdue Recap1-3 against Purdue. 1-3 against Minnesota. 2-2 against Illinois. 0-8 against the remaining three teams on Nebraska's schedule. Austin and Hunter recap the Husker's 23-28 loss to Purdue and give some key takes in the future of Nebraska football.
2021-10-3145 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.24: Bye Week Special - NBA PreviewWe take a break from Husker football during the bye week and give our preview for the NBA season. Austin and Hunter each draft teams they think will win the NBA finals and draft players to win the regular season MVP award.
2021-10-2145 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.23: Go Under Center? - Minnesota RecapAustin and Hunter recap another devastating Husker loss to Minnesota this weekend. The Huskers came out sleepy in Minneapolis and the Gophers took advantage of it. Hear our thoughts and grades.
2021-10-1837 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.22: Game Week Preview - MinnesotaAustin and Hunter preview the Husker's next opponent, the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Gophers are banged up at the running back position, but will that be enough to stray them away from their run game? Also, our model (11-5 ATS) predicts this week's 4 Big Ten games.
2021-10-1440 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.21: Don't Blame Others - Michigan RecapNebraska hangs in tough with a #9 ranked Michigan, but ultimately comes up just short. Listen to this week's recap episode for Austin and Hunter's thoughts about the game, including their grades for the Husker's performance.
2021-10-1143 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.19: Thunderstruck - Northwestern RecapAustin and Hunter recap Nebraska's DOMINANT performance against Northwestern, defeating the Wildcats 56-7. While it may be "just one game", we continue to see progress from Coach Frost's team week and week. Can the momentum keep rolling?
2021-10-0440 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.18: Game Week Preview - NorthwesternAustin and Hunter break down the Husker's upcoming opponent, the Northwestern Wildcats. Can the Huskers play a clean enough game to get a home win? Also, we predict every Big Ten game this week, using our predictive model that is 5-0 ATS on the year.
2021-09-3045 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.15: 50 Year Anniversary - Oklahoma RecapAustin and Hunter recap the Huskers hard-fought performance against the #3 ranked Oklahoma Sooners. Listen in for our grades and recap of a game that we call progress in the Scott Frost era.
2021-09-2044 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.10: Game Week Preview - FordhamAustin and Hunter preview this week's opponent, the Fordham Rams from the FCS Patriot League. We breakdown their roster, plus talk about what we expect from the stadium atmosphere this upcoming weekend.
2021-09-0237 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.7: Fantasy Football PreviewBefore the NFL season kicks off, Austin and Hunter complete a 12-team 0.5 PPR mock draft fantasy football league to cover their preview of the FFB season.
2021-08-2339 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.6: Husker Defense/Special Teams PreviewAustin and Hunter preview the projected depth chart for the Husker Defense this upcoming year. We give our keys to success and discuss the recent investigation into Coach Frost.
2021-08-1838 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.5: Husker Offense PreviewAustin and Hunter break down each position of the Husker's offense this upcoming year, giving us their keys to a successful season.
2021-08-1642 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.3: Big Ten East PreviewCollege football season is just weeks away. Austin and Hunter take a deep dive into the Big Ten East Division. We preview the favorites, win totals, returning players, and much more.
2021-08-0935 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.2: Big Ten West PreviewAustin and Hunter preview the Big Ten West division, going through each teams top returning players and determining if they can get over their win totals. We also give who we think has the best value to win the division.
2021-08-0535 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaEpisode 3.1: Moos Out, Alberts InSeason 3 is here! The Return to Glory podcast is back in full swing with several hot topics coming out of the summer months, including the hiring of a new Husker AD, NIL rights, Super Conferences, and much more. Listen to hear Austin and Hunter's takes on the recent events impacting Husker sports.
2021-08-0339 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 69: Season 2 Finale - Spring Practice & RecruitingIn the Season Finale, Austin and Hunter update on Husker Spring Practice, giving our thoughts as we head into the Spring Game on May 1st. Nebrasketball comes in with a top 15 recruiting class. Can the Husker Baseball team make a postseason run this year?
2021-04-2244 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 68: Spring Practice Begins & Final Four PreviewIn Season 2's second to last episode, Austin and Hunter recap the wild past couple of weekends of March Madness. Husker Volleyball postseason play is right around the corner, Nebrasketball adds another transfer, Husker Baseball stays on their hot start, and Husker Football begins Spring Practice. Lots of content you don't want to miss!
2021-04-0140 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 67 - Part 2: NCAA March Madness PreviewThe second half of this week's episode features a breakdown of all four regions of this year's NCAA Tournament, including a bracket picked by Austin and Hunter. See who we have as upsets, sleepers, and favorites to make a run in this year's bracket.
2021-03-1745 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 66: Team LeBron or Team Durant?Austin and Hunter dive in to college basketball, and enjoy the Husker's two-game win streak, even with the departure of Teddy Allen. We give a few postseason tournament predictions and kick off the Husker baseball season. NBA All-Star weekend is here and we talk about the format and give our picks to win.
2021-03-0543 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 65: Seven Games in Twelve DaysNebraska basketball is back, playing 7 games over a 12-day stretch and getting their first conference win of the year over Penn State. Austin and Hunter recap the stretch of games and touch on the recent coaching additions to the football program.
2021-02-1945 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 64: Husker Volleyball Preview + Luke McCaffrey Transfer ReactionIn this week's episode, Austin and Hunter talk through the latest on the Nebraska Basketball coronavirus situation. We then give a full preview for the Husker Volleyball team in 2021 and discuss the latest Husker football news with Luke McCaffrey entering the transfer portal. A brief Super Bowl preview closes out this week's episode.
2021-01-2735 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 63: Newcomers and DeparturesAustin and Hunter recap Nebraska basketball's close loss to Indiana over the weekend and give a brief update of the recent COVID news within the program. We recap the CFP National Championship and the opening weekend of the NFL Playoffs. Finally, we talk about the 2021 recruiting class and discuss those players who chose to stay or declare for the 2021 NFL Draft.
2021-01-1443 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 62: New Year, New Huskers?2020 is behind us and Austin and Hunter give their New Year's resolutions for the Huskers in 2021. We also recap the past few games of Husker basketball and give an update on the Big Ten a few weeks into conference play.
2021-01-0737 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 60: No Bowl Game for the Huskers & NBA Season PreviewHuskers get a 28-21 win over Rutgers in the final game of the season, as they choose to opt out of participating in bowl season. Austin and Hunter weigh in on the decision by the Husker program to move on to the 2021 season. Plus, we preview the NBA season and make our preseason picks.
2020-12-2144 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 60: Motivation for Champions WeekIn this midweek episode, Austin and Hunter preview the Huskers upcoming game against Rutgers in the Big Ten's Champions Week. It's the last week before the College Football Playoff Committee decides on their final 4 for the playoff, and we weigh in our thoughts on who is going to make the cut.
2020-12-1745 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 59: WHY the Lack of Execution and ConsistencyAustin and Hunter recap the Husker's 17-24 loss against Minnesota and give their grades in the different areas of the game. Following the regular season of 2020, we still don't have answers as to WHY we are still repeating some of the same errors. People are frustrated, and we want answers.
2020-12-1345 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 59: Establishing the Run GameAustin and Hunter preview the Husker's upcoming game in Lincoln against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Minnesota has been battling COVID the past couple of weeks, but will get back on the field this weekend. Hear our thoughts on the game, including our two keys. Plus, we recap Nebraska basketball's loss to Georgia Tech and preview the upcoming game against Creighton.
2020-12-1044 minReturn to Glory - NebraskaWeek 58: Building on MomentumAustin and Hunter recap the Huskers 37-27 road win at Purdue in a game that had a lot of ups and downs. The Huskers jump out to an early start and hold Purdue's passing game in check enough to pull out the victory. Here our analysis and grades, along with a preview of Nebrasketball's upcoming opponent: Georgia Tech.
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