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Hi everyone, Happy New Year!
Since Jason hasn't had time to add a new entry I've taken upon myself to spark up some conversation. Perhaps everyone can submit segment ideas for Jason, Chris & Jefferly to talk about on their show http://espn1480.com . What would you like to hear about? Send us your feedback.
Since Jason hasn't had time to add a new entry I've taken upon myself to spark up some conversation. Perhaps everyone can submit segment ideas for Jason, Chris & Jefferly to talk about on their show http://espn1480.com . What would you like to hear about? Send us your feedback.
i think a 'where are they now' segment
on some of his former teammates
would be interesting
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I would like to hear more about what Jason thinks of the coaching staff and the recruits. I have not had a chance to visit double nickel to often, but now I have it on my favorites. I can't hear his radio show being that I live in western Nebraska. Reading about the program from a ex-player is neat. We don't get a lot of the news out here that you guys in Lincoln get.
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Jason - How is the new book coming
along?? Will it be published soon?
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How about a short segment each week on "Where are they now"?
Would love to hear about some of the ex Husker football players and what they are doing these days.
GOBIGRED
greg and jean
PS I would suggest Kenny Walker as a start.
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I like the "Where are they now" idea. Keep em coming!
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I think a segment on where are they now would be an excellent idea!!!
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Hello Jason, Sarah and everyone... since Coach Pelini was the Defensive Coordinator for the Huskers in 2003, I was thinking that i might be interesting to bring in a couple Husker Defensive Players, who played as a starter under Coach Pelini that year, with the intent being, giving Husker Nation an inside look as to what it's like to play for Coach Pelini, not so much all x's and o's, but also the type of environment or atmosphere Coach Pelini sets in all aspects of his job? For example, during practice... intensity level, unity as a team or lack thereof, his involvement with players off the field, and to what degree, etc.? Also, maybe get Ex-Husker Players thoughts on how the difference in the D under Pelini might be from the previous staff's D's?
Thanks!
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When football season starts again; I think it would be nice if each week the show would feature a local "Team of the week". They could interview some of the high school football players, coaches, students, etc. It would be nice if they included the smaller private school teams as well as the public high schools. Just a thought.
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Great idea! And include teams from Greater Nebraska, too!
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Can't you stream the radio show through your computer assuming you have a sound card and/or volume. Just go to
( http://espn1480.com ) and click on the link for "The Spread".
I'm in North Carolina and listen often.
Jim
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Brian, Can't you stream the radio show through your computer assuming you have a sound card and/or volume. Just go to
( http://espn1480.com ) and click on the link for "The Spread".
I'm in North Carolina and listen often.
Jim
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Thanks, Sarah, for the current post. I've been checking regularly for new info from you & Jason. My idea/suggestion would be something along the lines of BAND OF BROTHERS. There are many sets of brothers who've played football at NU. Why not give this some "air" time. It could be an ongoing segment of the Spread. Obviously the Peter name comes to mind, yes. But there's an endless list dating clear back to the 1930's. Zatechka, Makovicka, Ruud, Shanle, Ickes, Wistrom, Wiegert, Vedral, Kelsay, Keeler, Fischer, Lindstrom, Bullocks, Grixby, Booker, Burrow, Damkroger, Sievers. The list goes on. There have also been fathers & sons (Larry & Scott Frost) - (Tony & Josh Davis) - (Johnny & Terry Rodgers) - etc. There have been many cousins. There's a very strong "family" factor woven throughout the decades of Nebraska football. In my opinion - something like this would draw lots of listeners. Especially if it was an ongoing feature.
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I wrote this, hope you like it Jason Part one of "Stories of a Great Nation"
Not so long ago in a land not very far away, lived a great King, Tom, who ruled all of Husk and it’s people, the Huskers. King Tom was a fair, compassionate, and wise ruler, who had conquered the world five times over, and all of Husk’s people respected him as their King.
Many wars were fought and won in the trenches. Not every battle was victorious, but they won the wars through hard work, teamwork, and believing in each other. Husker Nation was revered throughout the lands for their fairness, but feared for their domination when crossed. After every battle, the Huskers accepted their rivals and treated them with dignity and the respect they deserved. All was well in the Kingdom of Husk.
After many long years of ruling the Huskers, King Tom was ready to step down as ruler and live alongside, serving his people. King Frank came to power, and Husker Nation was as united as ever, enjoying much of the same prosperity.
It was the year of the Buffalo, and the Huskers had fought many battles. In the end, the once proud nation was besieged with grief. The Huskers had been trampled on and a hurricane swept through the land of Husk, causing much dispair for well over a year. A dark cloud hung over Husker Nation, a once proud nation. This cloud became known as Pedey and it was taunted every day it hung over the Kingdom. Pedey Cloud even had a voice. It was as sharp as a rose’s thorn, so it became commonly known as just Rose. When Rose spoke he would mistakenly misinterpret Pedey’s thoughts, right away correcting them in a high pitched, excited tone.
The year was bleak for Huskers and their will was tested day in and day out. The storm was strong, but a Husker’s heart cannot be stopped. Breaking through the Pedey Cloud came a ray of sunshine in the form of Sir Bo, a battle tested warrior from a far away land, who joined in the Husker’s fight for survival.
Sir Bo was a great leader of men, and many battles did King Frank and he win, but the Pedey Cloud was too dark. This darkness forced King Frank to flee and find the light, and with him followed his trusted warriors. No one was left to rule the land of Husk, so an outsider, William (village idiot) took control of the nation.
The Pedey Cloud seemed to like William, occasionally sprinkling sunshine in an otherwise darkened world. The people of Husk were not fond of William for many reasons. The Huskers were used to plain talk, not the mumbo jumbo of which William spoke. William sought to keep King Tom at a distance, once calling him a “crusty old ruler”. Since he was an outsider, he broke many traditions Husker Nation had been accustomed to and cast shame on their good name and once prideful Kingdom. Many tumultuous years ensued and the good people of Husk were near their breaking point.
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Part II "Stories of a Great Nation"
In the year 2007 King Tom led a revolt against the Pedey Cloud and his puppet ruler, William. The battle was long, but the Huskers showed what they are made of and banished the two for all of eternity. King Tom returned as Ruler of Husk and people lined the country to celebrate a hard fought, EXPENSIVE victory. When the dust settled, one name was on the tip of every Husker’s tongue, Sir Bo, the man who had battled alongside Husker Nation so valiantly many years ago. Would he remember their great nation or had he moved on to lead a new Kingdom.
With the blessing of the people of Husk, King Tom searched for Sir Bo. He found him in The Land of The Tigers and all along, Sir Bo was secretly dreaming of a triumphant return to the Huskers.
Sir Bo became King of the Huskers, and he said “It is my destiny to RESTORE THE ORDER OF HUSKER NATION”. He paid tribute to King Frank who escaped to the Land of Ohio, took a quick lesson in medicinal X and is happily rebuilding that nation. He surrounded himself with all his Knights and he put out a summons to join the Husker Army. Only the best responded, and on January 11, 2008 they will travel to Husker Nation and see what we have to offer.
LONG LIVE KING BO and LONG LIVE HUSKER NATION
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Ya know, as a Nebraska fan for 37 years, I get tired of hearing on the talk show about what is expected of Bo and his coaching staff. Believe it or not I'm at peace for the first time in four years. No matter what takes place in the next two to three years I believe that Bo and his staff are the right people for the job. I believe that they will restore the order, that it will take time, that the history of the program will be restored, that Husker Nation will again become a big family. It's time to get behind Bo and his staff as well as the other coaches with the other programs and move ahead and make this a very tight family. Have a good day.
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Nothing's better than listening to JP take-off on a rant about the program. I find it refreshing that there are those out there who still have a passion for this team and will take an honest look at it. Too many media outlets are too narrow and uninformed on our program - so, when JP speaks out, it is because he knows and understands the program and what it truly means to be a Husker! Thanks JP for your enthusiastic insight into our beloved program and I sincerely hope that you keep on top of it - I highly regard your takes!
(Boy, if this doesn't make me sound like a butt-suck..., I don't know what would!)
Thanks a million!
Go Big Red!
ps: Bruce sez - NU goes undefeated in 2008!
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I agree with you 100% Bruce! Keep the rants coming Jason. We all depend on you!
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This is not a specific recommendation, but I live in central Nebraska & also listen to the show via the internet whenever possible. I now bought a pair of cordless headphones so I can work around the house & listen without having to sit at my computer.
I know that someone emailed the show & asked them to quit talking so much about recruiting instead of other sports news. I disagree, & would like JP & the gang to talk about Husker football even more! I can listen to ESPN radio on our local network to hear about sports across the nation. But I tune in to "The Spread" to hear about the Husker program & JP's "from the heart" analysis.
Keep up the good work & keep the husker news coming! Todd.
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Jason- Lets get posting! I have been checking your blog everyday, and haven't seen anything new! It sounds like we have a great thing brewing in Lincoln. This whole process kind of feels like eating comfort food. We are kind of getting the program back to what it was when it was great. I hope that they never allow some AD from outside of the Husker family to come in and screw things up again. Later-
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Did you like the fact you were playing with Mike Minter and Mike Rucker in your NFL career why or why not.
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Jason needs to post his insights about the program. Its been over a month since his last good post. It was very interesting reading about his thoughts on how bad Callahan was and his opinions of Pelini.
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Hi Everyone, I'm happy to report that Jason has started his latest entry and it will be posted asap!. I'm on top of it : ) Feel free to submit more topic ideas for him to discuss. Thanks for sticking around!
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Thanks Sarah. Glad to know you are trying to keep Jason on track! I listen to 'The Spread' as much as possible -- but I keep checking back here to see if he has a new post. Thanks for urging him to continue posting. Will look forward to his next post.
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Jason, just pre purchased your new book and can't wait until July when it comes out. I listen every day to the Spread, and appreciate your candid views on the state of Husker Football. Keep on blogging and keep us all up to speed on the Big Red!
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Sara, I would like to suggest that Jason, Chris, and Jeff put together a weekly segment lasting 15-20 mins. and teach some of us faithful female listeners some of the nuances of football; sort of Football 101, start from the begining (positions, position duties, penalties, etc.) and expand the 'curriculum' as the weeks go by. I would suggest the segment be scheduled for the same date, and time on a weekly basis, this way you know you won't miss a segment. Thanks for your time.
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Just curious if Jason has seen this kids video Mason Wald, this kid can hit and I am curious what he thinks of him. I would love to see this become N.
http://vhrebs.com/Mason1_files/Mason_Wald-Sequence%203-H.264%20800Kbps%20Streaming.mov
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