Early Break

-Update on MLB Trade Deadline and why are the Royals so bad at operating a franchise..Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We look back at what we chatted about with Phil Steele and things that stood out and things we wish we had gotten to..-Also, audio from David Braun's appearance at B1G Media Days referring to himself in 3 rd person…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Are people overlooking Nebraska in 2026 or do they seem pretty predictable to you based on the players all coming back?-Ohio State seems to be the favorite in the Big Ten and in the country to win the national title…would you take them over Oregon andIndiana or not?-Do you expect the SEC to go a 4 th straight year without a national title or will someone end the drought for the conference?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The 2 areas we have the most questions about Nebraska's starters are at RB and a 2 nd CB opposite of Andrew Marshall.-RB could be a 4-player battle; and the 2 nd CB position could be similar (Jeremiah Charles, Victor Evans, Danny Odem)…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We live in a prediction market world and while we don't condone people to participate in betting---it's fun to mention the numbersper Polymarket of chances to win the B1G title, which are as follows:-Ohio State (32%); Oregon (26%); Indiana (23%); USC (9%); Michigan (8%); Penn State (5%); Washington (4%); and Nebraska and allother teams sit with a 2% chance. Which of the teams at 2% would you give the best chance of a crazy run to the title?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Bugaboo Tuesday…what's bothering Bill today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Well, maybe not a disappointment—but you get it. Yesterday was B1G Media Days for Husker volleyball and the rest of the league inChicago, and Nebraska is once again the favorite to win the league which is expected to be strong once again-Dani Busboom-Kelly came to Lincoln knowing all the expectations for the program…and shies away from nothingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Matt Rhule mentioned at Big Ten Media Days that when Nebraska's o-line was able to move the ball up front, good things happened;when they didn't, bad things happened. That's obviously football in a nutshell-Holgorsen is at his best with a good running game and when the o-line can protect the QB well---which is the case for most OCs, to befair---but is Nebraska in a place to help him succeed this season?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Day 1 of Fall camp and anything from NFL Training Camp…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-On Friday night, a federal judge in Colorado granted a preliminary injunction that could give Class of 2022 athletes who exhaustedtheir eligibility this spring another year to compete….this applies to the NCAA's new five-year eligibility rule-Nebraska has left one spot open on their roster for this very reason…will we be seeing the return of Jamarques for one more go?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We've discussed this a lot recently, but it was a comment from B1G Media Days, too, where comments were made about ADs viewthe importance of who a possible coach could bring with them as a main reason for them being considered to be hired-This is where we look at the concept of Matt Rhule, who came in without any players with him…is his type of hire already a thing ofthe past?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Cignetti said the B1G doesn't run the “hype machine” that others---the SEC—run, and also said the Big Ten is the best conference incollege football…which he definitely should say-Cigs also said Iowa was the most underrated football team in the country last year, and that he's sick of vacation and ready to go bosssome people aroundAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Every team in football wants to be good on both sides of the ball in the red zone, but Nebraska has struggled with it for quite sometime---and it is just one reason for their continued mediocrity-Rhule mentioned that red zone defense is Rob Aurich's top priority---ahead of stopping the run this Fall—so what can be done on thatside of the ball? And how can a team improve offensively without a RB that just went to the NFL?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Football Facts Monday…what does Bill have for us today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-There's lots of questions regarding Nebraska's RB battle without Emmett Johnson in the picture---it's down to Mekhi Nelson, TikeyHayes, Jamal Rule and Isaiah Mozee-Will we ever feel truly good about that position during camp and into the season?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-You've made it, football fans—the next month will be full of updates from Fall camp as we lead into Nebraska's first game vs. Ohio onSeptember 5 th-Troy Dannen said at Media Days that this is Nebraska's best roster in quite some time, to which Matt Rhule agreed. Rhule also notedNebraska is the third-most experienced team in FBS, and said the team he inherited wasn't strong…but it should be in Year 4, right?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Media Days and our favorite moments of what we heard and saw…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We are less than a week away from the Pinnacle Bank Championships in Omaha…what do the spectators need to know?-Are there any ticket options for giveaways for Breakers to attend the event? Will Jeff be on the scene? What about Doug Ganz?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's no question that the B1G has the best teams at the top of its conference, but does that truly define who the better league is?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Freaky Friday…what's on Bill's mind today? More with Luke Gifford…-If you're seeking out someone to trust for any type of remodel in your home, call Randy at Deinert Contracting--(402) 417-5204Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Rhule said that Holgorsen did an "admirable" job in 2025 despite the circumstancesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Recap all the July events; 2026 Lancaster County Super Fair; YMCA Railyard Rims; and Budweiser Clydesdales…-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We delve more into what Matt Rhule had to say at the side podiumAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Rhule led things off for the podium session in late morning, saying Nebraska's goals are still to make the playoff and get past the 7-6type of season…he was also high on the QB room with 3 players who all started games last year at the D1 level-Rhule said he wants to earn back the respect of the local and national media…which is a good place to start-Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen's Bowling & Billiards): where are Breakers listening from today?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on today's final day of B1G Media Days and anything that's popped up from Chicago since yesterday…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The man who walks on water---OK, let's not go THAT far---will be in the building this morning to wrap up the podium sessions, as helooks to defend Indiana's national title this upcoming season-What will Jake do? Can Sip keep him in check?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Cigs? Rhule? Who is most intriguingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Cool Parenting Tips Thursday….what's on Bill's mind today?-Contact RANDY at Deinert Contracting for any house remodel projects---call/text him at (402) 417-5204Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska has not really been part of the conversation at all so far at Media Days, and they probably won't be when all is said and donewith who is here on the scene today-We haven't heard from Rhule in quite some time, dating back to the Spring Game in mid-March…what updates are we hoping to hear?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What's next on Rick's list of songs? Let's tune in to find out…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-WLWT5 in Cincinnati caught footage of a scrum of Bengals players, showing Ja'Marr Chase and CB Jalen Davis going facemask tofacemask, eventually ending in Chase ripping off DJ Turner II's helmet-Football is back….is the first week of camp the time of the most fights?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Yesterday, we heard from Oregon, Ohio State, Michigan State, Purdue, Minnesota, and UCLA…PJ Fleck led things off with the podiumwith a 13 minute opening statement including quotes from…JFK?-Dan Lanning said last year's team had a lot of talent, but this year's team has a lot of experience…what did Ryan Day have to say?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Day 2 ahead of Media Days and Sip's travels to Chicago…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What was supposed to be an issue for Spring 2027 will now be scheduled following the 2028-29 season…it appears that fan anger has beenheard-A letter that went out to season ticket holders said that it would be put on the backburner after the conclusion of the Big Red Rebuild..Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Sean joins us via Streamyard! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Wild Card Wednesday…what's on Bill's mind today?-If you're looking for someone to remodel your bathroom, kitchen and more, call or text Randy at (402) 417-5204Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-So far, 4 teams have sponsored jersey patches in the B1G---Illinois, Michigan State, Wisconsin, and as of yesterday…Ohio State (Notre Damealso announced a sponsor on their jersey)-The price of those is showing as $4 million for year for Illinois; $6 million per year for Michigan State; unknown for Wisconsin; and $17 millionper year for Ohio State. The rich get richer and you wonder what the figures going forward might look like for other schools…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-As always, email your questions for Sip, Jake & Bill to earlybreak937@gmail.com or tweet them-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What other news was there yesterday? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What were some of the headlines from Bret Bielema and Tony PettitiAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Day 1 of Big Ten Media Days ahead….and Jake's travels to get out thereAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska's linebacker room is now called the Ruud Family linebacker room per reports from Husker Online's Sean Callahan-Bill is very familiar and close with the Ruud family from his time at Nebraska…what kind of an honor is this?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-A midseason extension last year obviously helps Rhule avoid a major hot seat, but a rough finish and a 19-19 overall record doesn'thelp him stay for sure off any sort of hot seat.-Rhule is with Shane Beamer and Bill Belichick in Klatt's “Is this going to work?” category…would you put those all in the samegrouping?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Bill had his bugaboo earlier in the show, and now Sip would like to tell of something bothering him---as Chicago is PACKED withLollapalooza and another major event drawing thousands of people to the city-Chicago is never a bad choice when it comes to Media Days….but why this year? Lucas Oil Stadium, we miss you…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Lindy's lists Justin Evans, Elijah Pritchett, Donovan Jones, Williams Nwaneri, and Tree Babalade as the best pro prospects on the teamcurrently. Is that what the Stool and Breakers would say also?-Is there a skill player on offense that could be considered as a pro prospect?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Bugaboo Tuesday…what's bothering Bill today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Husker hoops announced they'll be playing Kansas State in an exhibition game on Monday, October 26 th at the BigIron Events Center inGI…should be good demand for those tickets…-Also, Nebraska volleyball announced they'll have their Red-White scrimmage on August 16 th at PBA at 3pm—you can sit courtside for$70 if you'd likeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Tony Petitti will lead things off for the B1G today as he surely puffs out his chest with a 3 rd straight national championship…what do weexpect to hear from him in general?-Also, today's teams at the podium are Iowa, Illinois, Penn State, Rutgers, USC, and WisconsinAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What do the rankings look like prior to media days? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Football Facts Monday…what does Bill have for us today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-There was apparently an offer emailed out this weekend for 2 tickets for $50 for the Nebraska/Bowling Green night game onSeptember 12 th …which is a great option for those don't normally go to games but something to be concerned about otherwise-Jake played in a golf tournament this weekend in Beatrice and it seemed like optimism for an upcoming football season was at recordlows…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy