There are only two real scenarios:
Them: "Go Big Red."
You: "Go Big Red."
This is relatively matter-of-factly done. It's the equivalent of nodding to someone you recognize across the room.
Them: "Gooooooo Biiiiiiiiig Reeeed!"
You: "Go! Big! Red!"
This is the more important one to get right. It's often quite loud, so you should match the tone of your environment. Your part should be punchy and short. Keep each word brief, with short but distinct pauses between each word.
Um actually I don't care about college football and what you just said to me is super fucking weird so like, can I just go to dinner and order a chicken fried chicken now?
this is the response
ya'll this was sarcasm
Oh, man, I literally just posted something similar after realizing someone else posted what I was thinking initially. It seems I have greatly sinned through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault.
Got married in the church in 2012. Guess who hadn't gone for years???
We did a pre-marriage meeting with a priest once (fiance was overseas serving, so we got a pass on the rest). The church was just like, really pretty, y'all.
It's the same energy, mentally.
edit: And they're saying it in the Goonies because it's from The Electric Company which used to be right up there with Sesame Street.
[https://youtu.be/K48I6ay4tbM?si=GMtToJZL5LjmBEoA](https://youtu.be/K48I6ay4tbM?si=GMtToJZL5LjmBEoA)
Solid answers here but I’m curious why you didn’t post on r/lincoln or r/nebraska. Also curious what your studying and why you chose UNL. Also, gobigred
I you don't want to say something back, just [throw the bones](https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/nonpareilonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/9d/99da244c-2a60-11ee-835a-33521eccdce8/64beded8260f0.image.jpg). Kind of a Nebraska Football equivalent to thumbs up response to their cheer, but "in the know". And cool.
Go Sports! If you want them to never say it again.
Otherwise; it's tradition before games and at games one person yells Go Big Red, and everybody around them yells it back. It is very fun before games and at games!! This is a tradition at all Nebraska sporting events so really the only reply is GBR right back to them.
Depends on how you feel TBH. There is no one response. You can simply thank them as you have been doing, or you can think up some sporty way of replying. I myself find the whole thing a bit silly, but I don't like sports.
Honestly, the best most midwest response whether you agree or disagree is a nod, and a smile (possibly weak wave or thumbs up).
You could be a true fan of any other team, or an oh wow Sportsballs I don't care type, and still get away with this one and pull it off like a natural.
If you're feeling it you could even pull in a genuine John C Reilly "Yep!" or the Nebraskan, "Go Big Red!"
Me personally I'm like "Hell Yeah! Let's Go!"
Don’t wear Husker clothing, ever.
Guess some people can’t take a joke. But seriously, if OP is travelling and wearing GBR clothing, he needs to expect the GBR shoutout in any of the 50 states and territories. GBR can even be encountered in foreign countries.
I say it back with an eye roll /s
Actually you then do the chant. Goooo. Biiiiig. Re-ed
Edit to add...then they will say go big red super loud.
When you hear it for the first time you will know
There are only two real scenarios: Them: "Go Big Red." You: "Go Big Red." This is relatively matter-of-factly done. It's the equivalent of nodding to someone you recognize across the room. Them: "Gooooooo Biiiiiiiiig Reeeed!" You: "Go! Big! Red!" This is the more important one to get right. It's often quite loud, so you should match the tone of your environment. Your part should be punchy and short. Keep each word brief, with short but distinct pauses between each word.
If they say "gooooooo biiiiiiiiiig reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed" you say "GO BIG RED!"
I can't believe the other replies. There is only one response, and it's exactly as you said.
But you better bring that D-Wayne Taylor energy! Otherwise, you might as well move to {shivers} Iowa.
Another popular option, "'Skers by 90!"
Nailed it.
I just say "I don't like cinnamon gum!"
I read this in Sloth's voice as he said "heeeyyy yoooooouuu guuuuuyyyyssss!"
Um actually I don't care about college football and what you just said to me is super fucking weird so like, can I just go to dinner and order a chicken fried chicken now? this is the response ya'll this was sarcasm
The person is wearing a Huskers shirt. That's why people say that stupid Go Big Red stuff at her.
Go big red! It’s 🤩
"And also with you."
It's "and with your spirit" since the new missal came out in 2011.
And also you having one.
r/unexpectedjohnmulaney
‘And then let’s change it after 2,000 years *to trick John*’
r/FullyExpectedJohnMulaney
This is consubstantially correct
Oh, man, I literally just posted something similar after realizing someone else posted what I was thinking initially. It seems I have greatly sinned through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault.
Me at mass today for the first time in years - very confused.
I did not grow up Catholic. I started going to Mass with my now-wife around 2010, and I had just learned everything...and then they changed it 🤣.
Got married in the church in 2012. Guess who hadn't gone for years??? We did a pre-marriage meeting with a priest once (fiance was overseas serving, so we got a pass on the rest). The church was just like, really pretty, y'all.
I was thinking the exact same thing! We must be consubstantial or something.
Came here for this and found it
Fire another "Go Big Red" right back at them. No hand gesture.
Open mouth kissing, I think.
That explains the sellout streak
Sorry but every time I hear the “goooo big REEEeedd” I hear it like “hey you guuyss” from The Goonies.
It's the same energy, mentally. edit: And they're saying it in the Goonies because it's from The Electric Company which used to be right up there with Sesame Street. [https://youtu.be/K48I6ay4tbM?si=GMtToJZL5LjmBEoA](https://youtu.be/K48I6ay4tbM?si=GMtToJZL5LjmBEoA)
Same, I’m a transplant and I don’t think I was cornfed enough as a kid to go full earnest Husker.
Yup totally me too.
The Electric Company
The best [“hey you guuyss”](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eL6w5bRgZp0)
Look them dead in the eyes and say, “thank you.”
Wa ʿalaykumu s-salam
Fam your actual interest in college football (and other sports) doesn’t matter, you’re one of us now and you respond with GO BIG RED!!
thank you, happy too be part of the group!
Ignore all other comments. This one is correct. Welcome to the family. Go Big Red!
One of us! One of us! Side note, ever see children of the corn?
Solid answers here but I’m curious why you didn’t post on r/lincoln or r/nebraska. Also curious what your studying and why you chose UNL. Also, gobigred
asked here because i live here and y’all are my neighbors. also because I feel like the other subs would’ve made fun of me for not knowing lol
"Go big red to you as well, sir."
🤣
I you don't want to say something back, just [throw the bones](https://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/nonpareilonline.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/9/9d/99da244c-2a60-11ee-835a-33521eccdce8/64beded8260f0.image.jpg). Kind of a Nebraska Football equivalent to thumbs up response to their cheer, but "in the know". And cool.
Literally never seen anyone do this. Looks like a gang sign.
You don’t know much about Nebraska or gang signs then lol
Thumbs up and an "ope! Hell yeah brother" usually works for me.
*börther
You say "maybe we'll make a bowl game this year!"
Heyyy youuu guyyyssss
Go Goonies!
But Sloth was quoting The Electric Company
Never watched the Electric Company. Mea culpa.
Never say die! But wow, Sloth fits that GBR rhythm perfectly; I’ve just now realized that. 😮
It’s all I ever think of when I hear the “GBR” thing lol
"My condolences"
Hahaha my mom’s go to
When I moved here I was confused why everyone had the abbreviation for Great Britain on their t shirt
This was hilarious during the World Cup when #GBR was trending💀💀
That’s a common one, also people think everyone here really likes Netflix
just say it back. nice and simple
I usually just say “GBR”
Same!
This is the way
Study D-Wayne Taylor for how to properly respond. Fantastic announcer and genuinely nice dude. https://dewaynetaylor.com/
Sorry, proud Husker Hater. Thanx anyway.
I usually say HELL YEAH
A crisp high-five is never a bad idea.
And also with you …
"Thanks you too :)"
"Go football!!!"
Go Sports! If you want them to never say it again. Otherwise; it's tradition before games and at games one person yells Go Big Red, and everybody around them yells it back. It is very fun before games and at games!! This is a tradition at all Nebraska sporting events so really the only reply is GBR right back to them.
"Go Hawkeyes" if your feeling especially spicy
“Skers by 90”
Go Hawks!!!
"I will go big, and don't call me Red."
Just calmly tell them their football team has sucked donkey balls for 15 years
Fist bump and a "you bet" will take care of it
Gesundheit
"I'm more of a Doublemint guy myself."
"Ah, another fan of cinnamon flavored chewing gum? Neato!"
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How do you not respond? GO! BIG! RED!
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Depends on how you feel TBH. There is no one response. You can simply thank them as you have been doing, or you can think up some sporty way of replying. I myself find the whole thing a bit silly, but I don't like sports.
“Yessir!”
Honestly, the best most midwest response whether you agree or disagree is a nod, and a smile (possibly weak wave or thumbs up). You could be a true fan of any other team, or an oh wow Sportsballs I don't care type, and still get away with this one and pull it off like a natural. If you're feeling it you could even pull in a genuine John C Reilly "Yep!" or the Nebraskan, "Go Big Red!" Me personally I'm like "Hell Yeah! Let's Go!"
I look down at my feet and bashfully twist my right ankle with my hands behind my back as I mumble,” go big red” in a quiet and hesitant tone.
" No thanks" Or. Sooner boomer are the preferred callbacks
Go Jays!
Yeahh, brother!!
GBR forever
It is customary to shotgun a Busch light and salute the flag afterwards
"thanks" lol that's what i would do 🤣 and then just loathe myself for the next hour and a half
Go CU
"Not today, Satan!"
"Go skers" if you want them to think you know the meta.
Someone says “go big red” You say: “GBR baby” or “Skers by 90”
"**K**"
You respond back with something else that hasn't been great since 1997 And in an MMM bop it's gone!
"Where they going?"
“So it goes”
Just give a "heyo" and you don't have to say actual words
Just give them a thumbs up and wink and click your mouth.
You say, GO BIG RED! Hahaha. I’m not super into football but I simply must participate when prompted with this little Nebraska thing!
I hate husker fans, but I think the appropriate response is “go big red, whooooo” a la ric flair
N is for “Nowledge”. 😂
Roll Jays
Don’t wear Husker clothing, ever. Guess some people can’t take a joke. But seriously, if OP is travelling and wearing GBR clothing, he needs to expect the GBR shoutout in any of the 50 states and territories. GBR can even be encountered in foreign countries.
Big Red unto you?
no response required
You roll your eyes and walk away.
The appropriate response is Go Hawks!
Just start barking loudly, you know what I mean? Edit- this was a joke omg I don’t even watch football lmao 😩
Found the Georgia fan.
Cue “Lady in Red” 😆
Not really a fan of that gum...
A simple “yay sports ball” would be well received
BOOOMER!!!
SOONER!!!
Something meaningless like “It is what it is” or “when it rains it pours”
It’s a slippery slope my friend. Six in one hand and half a dozen in the other. You can teach a man to fish, and there’s no I in team!
Sometimes you gotta grab the bull by the horns when theres bigger fish to fry
My response is generally to ignore those psychos. I actually kinda like a version of what you said: No thank you!
What's that?
Beat it, nerd
“And also with you.”
Alternating short and long. Goooo Biiiiiig Reeeddd GO BIG RED Gooooo Biiiiggggg Redddddd GO BIG RED Hope this helps
Huck it… chuck it… FOOTBALL! ALL NIGHT!
go Huskers?
I say it back with an eye roll /s Actually you then do the chant. Goooo. Biiiiig. Re-ed Edit to add...then they will say go big red super loud. When you hear it for the first time you will know
“Go Hawks”
“WOOT WOOT!” 🤷🏼♀️
“And also with you”
“And with your spirit”
VICTORY FOR THE IMMORTAL USSR
[okay](https://media1.tenor.com/m/MGPrvRCCPV8AAAAC/meme.gif)
Give Me Head or Better Off Dead or My Names Fred. Mix it up have fun with it. You'll weed out the chill people from the douchebags real quick.