Hail Varsity Radio Show

Mark Kraynak and T.J. Henning get into what it will take for Husker Baseball to become relevant like it was in the early to mid 2000's. T.J. gives you all you could ever want to know about the NBA Playoffs. We catch up with former Husker Kenny Bell about his time with Tampa Bay and get an update on his new adventure with the Baltimore Ravens.

Curses and superstitions are pretty common for sports fans and athletes, we reveal ours. Former Husker and 10-year NFL veteran Ralph Brown joins us to discuss Husker recruiting. BTN's Gerry DiNardo shares his evaluations and the early signing day issues and opportunities and Bill Doleman gives his take on the Mike Riley Nebraska tour.

In a day and age where winning the offseason matters, Coach Riley made another statement to potential recruits and current fans, that he is in fact cool. We get a concert review on Chance The Rapper and discuss Mike's big night out. Brandon Vogel stops by to explain Toxic Differential and how he used it to break down coaching rankings. We also hear from Husker stand out and Baltimore Raven Kenny Bell, why he loves Team Jack & how he responded to getting "fired."

ESPN analyst Brad Edwards joins the show and shares his thoughts on Tanner Lee, the 2017 Huskers and Nebraska recruiting. We also preview tonight's Nebraska vs. Creighton baseball showdown with Dave Gustafson.

CBS is out with their power 5 rankings of college football coaches. We tell you where Coach Riley lands and who is in front and behind Nebraska. Erin Sorensen joins us to translate Twitter and it's impact on recruiting. ESPN's Mitch Sherman and Dean Blevins share thoughts on getting Oklahoma back in the neighborhood. Also, a special visit from Nebraska Wrestling head coach Mark Manning.

Former Blackshirt Jay Moore is back in studio and we break down 2018 WR Cameron Brown's decision to commit to Nebraska. Mike Babcock joins us to recap Husker Baseball's weekend sweep and Charlie McBride makes his usual Monday appearance to share why Nebraska has been so good with recruiting.

Kickers, coaches and rivalry standings! These are the topics we get into with the weekend edition of Hail Varsity Radio. Don't miss the rewind with Husker Legend Tom Rathman, who is on his way into the 49ers Hall of Fame. We also check in with Jordan Westerkamp who is on his way to Tampa. Gary Sharp & Brandon Vogel stop by to chime in with some additional Husker topics.

How much? A common question uttered this week with Nick Saban's extension at Alabama and The Baller Brand shoe drop. We discuss the topic of how much is too much? Brandon Vogel stops by while Coach Jim Walden & NBC's Bill Doleman voice their take on Iowa's OC Brian Ferentz anti-Husker comments. It's a weekend of tryouts for several Nebraska NFL prospects. Can they make an impression and stick? The Friday Forecast attempts to give you a Kentucky Derby winner. Joins us as we send you into the weekend right!

Iowa OC Brian Ferentz shares his opinion on Nebraska football. We tackle his comments and share our own facts. Jeremiah Sirles is back with his take on several Huskers headed his way for NFL tryouts. We catch up with Husker pitcher Jake Meyers as the Big Red host Rutgers this weekend.

Jordan Westerkamp is on his way to Tampa, we talk about his experience getting ready and revisit his time at Nebraska. Already in the Husker HOF, the Pride of GI is now in the 49er HOF, bruising full back Tom Rathman joins the show. We discuss his journey in the pros and his transition to coaching in the NFL.

Post spring rankings are out and the Huskers land at #23. We discuss if it's too high, too low, or just right. We catch up with new Chief Alonzo Moore as he recaps his weekend, reflects on his time at Nebraska and looks forward to his shot in KC. ESPN's Mitch Sherman and BTN's Rick Pizzo also join the show.

NFL draft weekend is over and we run down a pair of Huskers (and former Lincoln Southwest Silverhawks) who are off to the NFL. Coach Charlie McBride makes his weekly appearance and discusses talent and the transition from college to the NFL. When it comes to Nebraska's talent, what does it say when only one Husker was selected in the 2017 draft? Jay Moore gives his thoughts on the draft weekend and what he sees for the Nebraska guys off to the next level.

The guys dive into a big conversation about star rankings and explore the hit and miss rate for Nebraska players. What defines a successful result based on stars? It's NFL Draft weekend. We get thoughts from Gary Sharp and Brandon Vogel. We rewind with Husker Hall of Famer Joel Makovicka.

Discussion around day one of the NFL draft and how Nebraska stacks up against Iowa and Wisconsin when it comes to putting offensive lineman in the league. Bill Doleman shares his thoughts on the ESPN layoffs, Clauseborne gives his Friday Forecast and native Nebraskan and author Dave Gregorius tells us about his book.

It's Draft Day and we try to figure out which Husker from the 2017 draft class could have the best pro career. We catch up with Team Jack's Andy Hoffman, father of Jack Hoffman. Husker outfielder Mojo Hagge makes his first appearance on the show. Legendary Kansas City play-by-play voice Mitch Holthus gives the low down on the Chiefs 2017 draft.