Nebrasketball Brunch Show: Will Nebraska Make The NCAA Tournament?

On the final February Nebrasketball Brunch Show, we find out just how much the missed opportunity against Michigan affected the Nebrasketball Confidence Meter.

The debate about 19 wins continues. 20 gets Nebraska in, 18 doesn’t, but that spot in the middle engenders quite a bit of debate. Jack Mitchell and Kaleb Henry explain why they seem to feel differently about that than many Husker fans.

Plus:

A tour around the latest NCAA projections and likelihoods.
Why the NET is becoming a weakness for Nebraska?
Can Nebraska get significant NET help from other games in the next week?
Some realities about Nebraska’s spot in the Big Ten Tournament are becoming apparent.
The only things about this team that are consistent.
Minnesota is an enigma, but how do they match up against Nebraska?
Is this game a ‘must win’?

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Published Feb 28, 2025 | Modified Feb 28, 2025

KALEB HENRY

Kaleb Henry is an award-winning sports reporter, covering collegiate athletics since 2014 via radio, podcasting, and digital journalism. His experience with Big Ten Conference teams goes back more than a decade, including time covering programs such as the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Oregon Ducks, and USC Trojans. He has contributed to Sports Illustrated since 2021. Kaleb has won multiple awards for his sports coverage from the Nebraska Broadcasters Association and Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association. Prior to working in sports journalism, Kaleb was a Division I athlete on the Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Track and Field team where he discussed NCAA legislation as SIUE's representative to the Ohio Valley Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

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JACK MITCHELL

Jack Mitchell is an enthusiastic voice for Husker Sports, capturing the essence of the true common fan. His insights and commentary reflect a deep passion for Nebraska athletics, making him a relatable figure among fellow supporters. Jack's work can also be heard on KLIN Radio, where he shares his perspectives on various sports topics, further engaging with the community. In addition to his writing, Jack is actively involved in professional associations such as the Nebraska Bar Association and the Nebraska Broadcasters Association. His commitment to both sports and community engagement highlights his multifaceted interests and expertise in the field.

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JOSH PETERSON

Josh Peterson has been covering Husker athletics for over a decade. He currently hosts Unsportsmanlike Conduct with John Bishop on 1620 The Zone and is a co-founder of the I-80 Club with Jack Mitchell. When he's not watching sports, Josh is usually going for a run or reading a book next to his wife or dog. If you have a comment for Josh, send him an email: joshpeterson.huskermax@gmail.com.

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