Early Break

-Final thoughts on Nebrasketball tonight vs. Maryland….and official prediction….Jake will be thereOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Our conversation with Luke Gifford continuesOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-we talk to Luke Gifford about his time in the NFL Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a text-in your questions for Luke Gifford day on the show. -If you're looking for someone to remodel your bathroom, kitchen and more, call or text Randy at (402) 417-5204Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-what does Gifford have to say about his Pro Bowl year in the NFL? Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-As always, email your questions for Jake & Bill to earlybreak937@gmail.com or tweet them-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Last night, it was 4 games: Washington/Rutgers; Northwestern/Indiana; Minnesota/Michigan; and USC/UCLA-Tonight, besides Nebraska/Maryland it's: Ohio State/Iowa (8pm, BTN); and Wisconsin/Oregon (10pm, BTN)Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Yesterday, Fred Hoiberg told media that Lawrence didn't practice Tuesday because of the illness we talked about, but it's notfor certain that he's out tonight vs. Maryland----also, Berke Buyuktencel is feeling better and could play, but Kendall Blue maybe out with illness-What else did Hoiberg have to say about tonight's matchup vs. the Terrapins?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-If you're an NBA fan, make sure to look for Sip tonight at the Bucks/Heat game in Milwaukee….we need to find him!Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Cignetti signed a new agreement on Friday, now making $13.2 million per year---the same as Kirby Smart---as we bow down to thenew King of college football-Can Cigs make a dynasty in Bloomington? What if he goes back-to-back and wins it all again next year?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebrasketball is out of the Top 10 for the first time in 7 weeks but still is trending toward a top 4 seed in the B1G Tournament…what'syour confidence level that they will stay there?-Jamarques Lawrence appeared to tweak his ankle toward the end of the game vs. Penn State…any injury update there? And whatabout Berke in regards to playing tomorrow night vs. Maryland?-Pryce Sandfort's 33 points and 8 3-pointers were the story of the day on Saturday, but don't forget about Sam Hoiberg's double-double…does he have a chance at making at Top 3 team for All-B1G?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The 70-year-old Iowa coach enters his 28 th year with the Hawkeyes this season, and said in regards to turning 70, “I turned 70 lastAugust. I'd never been 70 so I had no idea what that'd be. Felt pretty much like what it did when I turned 69 or 60, nothingmonumental.” He's not done!-Ferentz also said while he's happy to be a college coach, he misses the clarity in terms of expectations and what the rules are of theNFL..Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-CBS Sports put their list of coaches in order who have the most pressure in 2026 in college football…some names won't surprise youbut some might. The list (buyout numbers mentioned in article):-1) Mike Norvell 2) Luke Fickell 3) Shane Beamer 4) Bill O'Brien 5) Mike Locksley 6) Dave Aranda 7) Dabo Swinney 8) KalenDeBoer 9) Bill Belichick 10) Deion SandersOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising 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):Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Here's the slate: Washington at Rutgers (5:30pm, BTN); Northwestern at Indiana (6pm, FS1); Minnesota at Michigan (7:30pm, BTN);and USC at UCLA (10pm, FS1)-The best game is the late game of course, but any chance Bill or Jake stay up to watch it? Mick Cronin Watch tomorrow for sure…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska checks in at No. 12 in yesterday's AP Poll, falling 3 spots and out of the Top 10 for the first time since early January-Duke is No.1, followed by Arizona, Michigan, Iowa State (despite a 10 point loss at BYU), and Houston….which teams in the Top 10scare you the most and which ones might be frauds?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Nebrasketball's win vs. Penn State and looking ahead to Wednesday night vs. Maryland…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Sports fans were stunned Saturday to hear of the death of 25-year-old Rondale Moore, found dead in his hometown in Indiana of what is saidto be a self-inflicted gun wound. Moore was set to play for the Vikings this season…we can't forget his time at Purdue…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We mentioned the Duke/Michigan game and also UCLA's win…how about Kansas getting smoked at home by an average Cincinnati team?Arizona wins at Houston…BYU beats No. 6 Iowa State by 10 points….lots of chaos to come-Also, not a great weekend for Husker baseball…that's why we should be thankful for the strong weekend in Arizona to start the yearOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Michigan has been pretty loud in recent weeks…including Yaxel Lendeborg saying last week that they believe this Michigan team could be thebest of all time in college basketball…and then the Wolverines decided to take shots at the B1G after they lost to Duke-They're not necessarily wrong that Duke might be better defensively than teams in the B1G, but it's odd to take shots on the league you playin…right? Duke wins, 68-63Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Pryce Sandfort was dominant once again, tying Cary Cochran's record for most made 3s in a game (8), en route to 33 points and an 87-64 winover Penn State. Nebraska needed a bit of a stress-free laugher and got it….and Sam Hoiberg was also incredible with a double-double-Leo Curtis saw action coming back from a sprained ankle, but Jamarques Lawrence suffered an ankle injury late in the game, with no update onstatus yet…..Berke Buyuktencel also didn't play with the flu, but Braden Frager played very well in his first start of the yearOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Football Facts Monday…what's on his mind today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-UCLA trailed Illinois 33-10 at one point in the first half on Saturday night before battling back to a 50-43 halftime deficit….and then they trailed,94-93, with 5 seconds left in OT-Donovan Dent took the inbounds pass from the base line and drove the whole court, basically undefended, to get the buzzer-beater layup toshock Illinois, 95-94…making the race for No. 2 in the B1G that much more interesting. Mick Cronin audio coming….Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What an incredible couple of days for USA hockey, as the women's team took gold by beating Canada, 2-1, in overtime on Friday….and thenthe men did the exact same thing---2-1 in OT over Canada—to bring home gold, thanks to the game-winning goal by Jack Hughes. Just awesomeand great theater. First gold medal in 46 years for US men in hockey…-USA ends with 12 gold medals, the most they've ever had in an Olympics…10 was the previous high in 2002 in Salt Lake City…33 total medalsfor USA to finish 2 nd to Norway (41)Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Reminder of Husker Baseball tonight through Sunday in Texas….and are the Chicago Bears moving to Indiana?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska needs a ‘get right' game after the loss to Iowa, and hopefully that's what tomorrow is, vs. a Penn State team at thevery bottom of the conference and who just got blown out at home by Rutgers on Wednesday-A blowout isn't necessary but it would be nice---to remind this team of how good they are and how they can still be a top 4team in the B1G and a high seed in the Dance. Any chance of a letdown? Also, Pryce Sandfort on Naismith Watch ListOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's not often that the coordinators are more interesting than the head coach, but that was the case yesterday with wanting tohear from Rob Aurich and Dana Holgorsen…what did Rhule say about the team?-Rhule mentioned he wanted Holgorsen to call the offense more fearlessly…what else did we learn?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Dr. Love is back after a busy week of Valentine's Day…text/call in with your love and relationship questions at 402-464-5685!-If you're seeking out someone to trust for any type of remodel in your home, call Randy at Deinert Contracting--(402) 417-5204Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Our newest sponsors of the 7am hour are here to show face to the name and let us know about what's going on at PinnacleBank…there's a BIG DEAL going on that new home owners would be interested in with mortgage loans..-Where are current interest rates at? Are rates moving in the right direction for borrowers? How can people contact you?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What's on Sip's mind today in how to properly age gracefully? Let's find out…-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Holgorsen was asked about what Colandrea brings and how important confidence is…and how involved he should be in the rungame-Also, Dana got a little bit testy with the media in asking about doubts about the RBs room…does he have a point?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We will get to Matt Rhule and Dana Holgorsen throughout the show, but we begin with Nebraska's new DC, who gave detailson what his defense looks like and how it can possibly help unlock pass rushers this season-Aurich made good points about how working at small schools and helping develop players can be helpful…what else did he hiton?-And, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen's Bowling & Billiards): where are Breakers listening from today?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Last week we faced criticism for having Wisconsin ahead of Michigan State…and then the Badgers went on to blow them out(but then got smoked on Tuesday by Ohio State)-How much movement is expected in the rankings today? Is Nebraska in the Top 5 still after their struggles?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Tiger Woods said Tuesday there's a chance he could still play in The Masters this year…we need it like airOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Northern Illinois has had lots of success over the years in the MAC---remember when they played FSU in the Orange Bowl?---and now is headed to join the Mountain West this year-One slight problem---head coach Thomas Hammock left the school yesterday to take an assistant role with the SeattleSeahawks—that's just dandy!Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Everyone keeps arguing who is better right now---the Big Ten or the Big 12—and both sides have good arguments. But whenyou sit back and look at it…how much of the season matters if the teams/conferences have poor showings in the NCAATournament? How do you assess Virginia and Purdue's years of the past when they lost as No. 1 seeds in the Tourney?-Also, Texas Tech might be without their star player and reigning Big 12 Player of the Year JT Toppin for quite some time due toa leg injury…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Last night, we had 3 B1G games: Rutgers/Penn State (5pm); Maryland/Northwestern (7pm); and Illinois/USC (9pm)…did theIllini get a big West Coast road win?-No games tonight, but TOMORROW night: Indiana at Purdue (7pm, FOX)Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What's next on Rick's list of songs? Will Sip and Bill get trivia questions right? Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska has never been an elite rebounding team, but it wasn't questioned a lot with how they won their first 20 games ofthe year. Now, we continue to wonder about rebounding issues over the past 6 games and what can be fixed-Are we seeing a team not working as hard as it did when things were easier in the winning? Too many times the smallest guyon the court---Sam Hoiberg—is the only one diving for loose balls and somehow leading the team in rebounding. Why?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising 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?-Call RANDY at (402) 417-5204 for any remodeling projects for bathroom, kitchen or whole house todayOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising 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) 417-5204Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebrasketball played Iowa on the road last night…what did we learn about the Huskers and where this season might end up with 5games left in the regular season?-Will Nebraska pursue a contract extension for Fred Hoiberg this offseason? Do you think any schools would pursue him?-Spring practice for football already begins this Saturday…and it's not in the spotlight at all…is that OK?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on last night's Nebrasketball game and what to expect when they return home Saturday vs. Penn State…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Way-too-early Bowl game projections mean absolutely nothing write now…but it does provide some insight into how national mediaperceives different programs based on their offseasons so far-On3's Brett McMurphy released his bowl projections and has Nebraska playing in Ole Miss in the Music City Bowl---again, the bowlprojection means little---but that particular bowl game probably means an 8 or 9 win season, which very few expect here…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We've already mentioned Nebraska/Iowa and Michigan/Purdue, but now we need to look at last night cumulatively with theother 3 games (Wisconsin/Ohio State; UCLA/Michigan State; and Minnesota/Oregon)…what's changed heading into the rest ofthe week?-Don't forget 3 games tonight: Rutgers/Penn State (5pm, BTN); Maryland/Northwestern (7pm, BTN); and the bigone…Illinois/USC (9pm, BTN)…big chance for a tough road win for the IlliniOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising 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):Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The new AP poll out on Monday had Michigan at No. 1 and receiving all but 1 first place vote---that went to Houston, who then wenton to lose to Iowa State the same night-Did Michigan puff out its chest and back up its No. 1 ranking or did Purdue extend a nice run of basketball and get the huge home win?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Prior to the game, Nebraska's losses were all to very good teams---top 10 teams, at that (Michigan, Purdue, Illinois). Did they get theirfirst loss to an unranked team or get another big win to further verify how good they are?-Did Rienk Mast bounce back after a rough outing vs. Northwestern? And what about Pryce Sandfort in his return to the school heplayed at last year?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Nebrasketball/Iowa tonight in Iowa City….will it be another big road win for Fred Hoiberg's squad?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Cohen told media yesterday that the Mets will never have a captain as long as he's owner of the team, saying the locker room shouldsort things out year in, year out-A captain usually means accountability and leadership…is that something that is overrated in sports or not?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-There was a lot of grumbling in the fanbase on Saturday despite a 19-point win for the Huskers over Northwestern…are you seeingsome troubling things or was it just a bad first half?-Pryce Sandfort heads back to Iowa tonight fresh off a 29-point performance vs. Northwestern…do you expect him to play well or anyconcern of getting too ‘amped' up to play his former team?-What concerns you about Iowa? Anything besides Bennett Stirtz? How do you slow him down?Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy