Sat Nov 01 23:00:00 UTC 2025: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jake Butt Talks Huskers’ Progress and USC Matchup on ‘Common Fan’ Podcast
LINCOLN, NE – Former Michigan tight end and current Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt joined T.J. Birkel on the “Common Fan” podcast to provide insightful commentary on the Nebraska Cornhuskers’ season so far. Butt shared stories from his playing days while assessing Nebraska’s progress under their current coach, highlighting the strides the team has made in several key areas. However, he emphasized the critical need for the Huskers to develop their offensive and defensive lines to compete at the highest level of college football.
Butt also offered his assessment of quarterback Dylan Raiola eight games into his sophomore season. Looking ahead, Butt previewed the upcoming game against USC, offering his thoughts on the matchup and Nebraska’s chances.
The episode is available now on the Common Fan website and all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart Radio, and PocketCasts. Fans can also watch the full episode.
The “Common Fan” podcast, hosted by T.J. Birkel, is dedicated to providing in-depth analysis and commentary on all things Nebraska football.
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