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Join hosts Jake Sorensen and Steve Sipple of the Lincoln Journal Star for our morning Husker sports show.

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    The Early Break podcast is a must-listen for any Nebraska football fan or sports enthusiast. Hosted by Jake Sorensen, Mike Sautter, and Bill Busch, the show offers a unique blend of knowledge, humor, and insight that keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. These three guys have an incredible chemistry and it's clear that they have been working together for a long time. Their banter is hilarious, often making me laugh out loud during each episode. But don't mistake their humor for lack of professionalism - they are extremely knowledgeable and informative about all things Nebraska football.

    One of the best aspects of The Early Break is the in-depth coverage of Husker football. With their years of experience covering the team, Jake and Sip provide valuable insights into the program and college football as a whole. They offer behind-the-scenes stories from Bill Busch's time around the program, which add a fascinating layer to their discussions. The guests on the show are also well-informed and provide valuable perspectives on upcoming opponents and what's happening inside the program.

    However, there are a few aspects of the podcast that could be improved upon. Some listeners have expressed frustration with missing certain segments due to their schedule or location limitations. It would be helpful if there was a way to number the segments so that listeners can easily find where they left off or skip to specific topics if needed.

    In conclusion, The Early Break podcast is an outstanding source of information and entertainment for Husker football fans. Jake Sorensen, Mike Sautter, and Bill Busch make for an unbeatable trio with their knowledge, banter, and chemistry. While there may be some minor improvements that could be made regarding segment organization, overall this podcast is top-notch and should not be missed by any Nebraska football enthusiast.



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    The Spillover (sponsored by Raising Cane's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 3:43


    Vikings/Chargers tonight on Thursday Night Football (7:15pm, Prime) and South Alabama/Georgia St (6:30pm, ESPN) Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Tech Time w/ Jeremiah Tripp (Computer Hardware)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 10:04


    New Apple operating systems for Mac and iPad/iPhone…what else are people coming now for fixes with? See Tripp and the team at Computer Hardware just south of 70th & O or in Kearney/Hastings/GI for your Apple needs Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Dave Eanet (Play-by-play voice of Northwestern Football)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 21:04


    Northwestern comes to Lincoln winners of 4 straight games---including a shutout of Purdue this past weekend…what's been the biggest surprise to you as the PBP voice for a team that is far exceeding expectations so far? The Wildcats' defense has been very impressive this year…Nebraska gave up 9 sacks last week to Minnesota…how's the Northwestern pass rush? Do you ever get distracted calling games from the broadcast booth seeing the lake immediately in the background? Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Bill's Thrills (sponsored by Deinert Contracting) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 20:24


    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 today Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Is there an entitlement issue with Nebraska Football?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 20:17


    The Athletic's Mitch Sherman wrote yesterday that Nebraska's no-show vs. Minnesota could be a sign of a deeper problem of entitlement in the program leading to over-confidence, less aggression, and unnecessary distraction Sherman thinks it's a psychology issue---and this type of thinking is not new for Nebraska----are they incapable of having a full season of motivation and purpose without having the clunkers they throw out? Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Rick Hamann's (of Sartor Hamann Jewelers) Song of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 14:44


    What's next on Rick's list of songs? Will Sip and Bill get trivia questions right? Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Is the UCLA job really the least desirable of the 7 current openings in the Power 4? One outlet thinks so..

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 7:33


    ESPN's Adam Rittenberg ranked the current openings in college football from best to worst, and went with this order: 1) Penn State 2) Florida 3) Oklahoma State 4) Virginia Tech  5) Arkansas  6) Stanford  7) UCLA The categories judged were: On-field performance, Access to CFP, Roster-building, University leadership, and financial support Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Nebraska announced a concert for next year at Memorial Stadium that The Stool wasn't entirely familiar with…are we that out of touch or is this just bizarre?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 38:34


    UNL announced yesterday that Cross Canadian Ragweed and Turnpike Troubadours will play on Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 at Memorial Stadium, a week before the football season begins Apparently this exact same concert sold out 4 straight days in Stillwater and also did well at Colorado State and Baylor, so there's been some success in stadium capacities…is the Stool way off on this or is this odd to the Breakers as well? Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Spillover (sponsored by Raising Cane's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 4:33


    The NBA returned last night, and there already was ‘load management'---on the FIRST NIGHT OF THE SEASON  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    One national writer blames Nebraska's embarrassing sack numbers on Dylan Raiola more than the offensive line

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 9:15


    CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli has expressed many times this year that he's “annoyed” by Raiola---because he doesn't think he's a fundamentally sound player and is wasting having one the most talented arms in the country Fornelli writes that some of the sacks he takes are products of his desire to make a play happen off-script; and also, instead of moving up in the pocket, he moves backwards or tries to roll to his left/right, only to end up in the arms of a defender  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Sean Callahan (Husker Online)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 19:19


    The Stool has labeled Northwestern as a rare “must win” for Nebraska---mostly to avoid what happened last year with 4 straight losses after a 5-1 start---is Sean joining us in that label of this game? Nebraska surrendered 9 sacks to a team that had failed to record a sack the previous 2 weeks…what makes you think anything will change for the better with the o-line going forward? Matt Rhule was critical of the whole team in Monday's press conference, calling out coaches and some players…any issue with that?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Bill's Thrills (sponsored by Deinert Contracting) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 20:10


    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) 417-5204  Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Garth Glissman (SEC Associate Commissioner)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 24:04


    The SEC doesn't appear to have a dominant team like many years past, but they do have an incredible story in Vanderbilt (ranked 10th in the country)….how do you assess the work that Clark Lea has done with that program? There's a lot of positive things from the SEC this year but also some confusion with Arch Manning and Texas…how surprising has their lack of offense been to you? Since we last had Garth on, there was a MAJOR move in SEC hoops with the retirement of Bruce Pearl at Auburn…did you see that coming and how much does that impact the conference?  Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    MAILBAGGGG (sponsored by Applied Connective Technologies)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 15:24


    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):  Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    John Butler spoke with media as well…what did Nebraska's defensive coordinator have to say after the Minnesota loss?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 10:39


    Matt Rhule was critical of the defense and it being too “vanilla” in the loss on Friday night…what did Butler have to say about those comments? Northwestern ran for more than 200 yards vs. Purdue in their win last week…how does Butler plan to stop that?  Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Dana Holgorsen met with media yesterday…what did he have to say about the offensive's poor performance vs. Minnesota and how to improve?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 36:11


    Holgorsen spoke about the poor o-line play and lack of offense in general in Friday night's disappointing loss to Minnesota…did he have any issue with Matt Rhule's comments about him needing to be better at coaching? What did he have to say about Northwestern and what challenges their defense brings? Pitched a shutout last game… Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Spillover (sponsored by Raising Cane's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 5:30


    Last night was Game 7 of the ALCS….did the Blue Jays or Mariners win to face the Dodgers in the World Series?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Jake's NFL Week 7 Winners and Losers (sponsored by Fuehrer's Cheespred)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 11:44


    The Chiefs could be the biggest winner of the weekend with their win over the Lions…but who had the worst weekend of all? Make Fuehrer's Cheespred part of your tailgate today---available in most local grocers  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    It's time for a B1G Power Rankings update…many teams sit at 5-2 overall entering the week…how much change in the rankings will there be from last week?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 16:19


    Nebraska was as high as 6th last week in our standings with Minnesota at 13th---how much will both of those schools change in rank, considering they both have the same overall record now? We knew all year long the middle of the B1G would be the toughest to rank, and it certainly is…what do we do with Iowa?   Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen: Part 2 / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 24:48


    Matt Rhule is a hot name at Penn State after the firing of James Franklin…how distracting is that for a program? Nebraska volleyball hasn't lost a set since September 17th---a SET!!—and has now swept 9 straight matches…how proud as the governor are you of that program's continued success and this being the first year of Dani Busboom-Kelly?  Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 23:07


    Rough loss for Nebraska at Minnesota on Friday night…do losses by the Huskers hurt more for you as a former player or as the governor of the state? Does it bother you to see teams like Indiana and Vanderbilt who have been down forever become very good programs while Nebraska isn't quite there yet or are you happy for them?  Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Bill's Thrills (sponsored by Deinert Contracting)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 11:32


    It's a Bugaboo Tuesday…what's bothering Bill today? Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):  Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Wisconsin isn't firing Luke Fickell---yet---per a statement made by Badgers AD Chris McIntosh….how will fans respond?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 10:18


    The Badgers' AD sent out a letter to fans yesterday saying this season has been a disappointment, but they intend to continue to support Luke Fickell and in the letter also requested more investment from donors into the program Is that really the right time to ask for more investment? Seems like that should happen once a failing coach is fired…right?  Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Matt Rhule addressed media yesterday in the aftermath of Nebraska's loss at Minnesota…what was the tone of the day as Northwestern comes to town this weekend?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 34:39


    Nebraska's loss at Minnesota is still bizarre today—not the loss itself but how it happened---including giving up 9 sacks. Rhule once again addressed the offensive line's performance and what can be improved in short time Rhule also assessed the difficulty of Northwestern this Saturday and that they've won 4 straight games…how nervous are fans right now? Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Spillover (sponsored by Raising Cane's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 4:19


    We know it's the Dodgers in the World Series for the NL…is it going 7 games in the ALCS or did the Mariners advance?    Show Sponsored by NECBOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Mozzarella Monday (sponsored by Valentino's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 6:32


    What as the best of the weekend for our listeners in life, sports, etc.? Text us at (402) 464-5685 to let us know… The winner gets $25 to Valentino's Pizza!    Show Sponsored by NECBOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Another weekend, another firing---Billy Napier is out at Florida, despite a win vs. Mississippi State….when does Luke Fickell get the axe in Madison?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 22:12


    We mentioned the story last week that Napier was set to be fired this weekend, win or lose---and that's what happened, as the Gators beat the Bulldogs, 23-21, but it didn't save Napier's job. He ends his tenure with a 22-23 overall record; and an 8-21 record vs. teams with winning records Meanwhile, Luke Fickell's Badgers got shutout for a 2nd straight week—both at home---and it's certainly going to be the end of his tenure…but when? And…could PJ Fleck be a target for Penn State?   Show Sponsored by NECBOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Headscratchers (sponsored by Computer Hardware) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 16:12


    Nebraska's no-show vs. Minnesota highlighted a ‘headscratcher' Friday night in college football…what else? Visit Computer Hardware just south of 70th & O in Lincoln or in Hastings/Kearney/GI…Nebraska's Apple Store   Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Northwestern comes to Lincoln this weekend as winners of 4 straight games…it seems pretty important to avoid last year's “déjà vu” and come away with a win

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 23:01


    The Stool struggles when it comes to the ‘must win' term….but it's believable that this team could have visions of last year as their fanbase does of things going bad once they get to a 5th win We made fun of the Wildcats earlier this season (and rightfully so), but they now sit at 5-2 overall and 3-1 in B1G play…and just shutout Purdue, 19-0, on Saturday, after winning at Penn State the weekend before. They also rushed 50 times for 232 yards in the win, and now face a Husker team who struggles to stop the run. Nebraska early favorites by 7.5 points…hmmm…  Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Bill's Thrills (sponsored by Deinert Contracting)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 15:44


    It's a Football Facts Monday…what does Bill have for us today? Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    On a positive note---Nebrasketball had a home exhibition game on Saturday afternoon and BEAT preseason No. 8 BYU, 90-89

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 9:43


    Jake was in the building at PBA on Saturday for what was maybe the most entertaining exhibition basketball game of all time…considering the No. 1 player in the country (AJ Dybantsa), who had 30 points in his debut in a game that didn't count but he did play 32 minutes Nebraska hit 16 3-pointers on 34 attempts, including the return of Rienk Mast, who was 7-for-8 on 3s and looked wonderful  Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Nebraska's losing streak to PJ Fleck and the Gophers reaches 6 straight, as Minnesota pummels the Huskers, 24-6, in a humiliating Friday night showing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 41:48


    What was THAT? Nebraska surrendered 9 sacks and gave up 186 rushing yards to a team that had just 30 yards rushing in their previous game (a win vs. Purdue)…lots of questions to answer and a fan base who witnessed a 5-1 start last year before 4 straight losses now has uncomfortable thoughts Nebraska played a poor first half and still only trailed, 7-6…a 14-play, 98 yard TD drive that took 8:43 of game time in the 3rd quarter was too much to overcome for an offense (and defense) that had few answers for an average Gophers team… Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Spillover (sponsored by Raising Cane's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 2:45


    -Final thoughts on TONIGHT'S Huskers/Gophers clash in Minneapolis…and what will Sip do until gametime?Show sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    FSPs (sponsored by Halo Custom Lighting/Neemann & Sons)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 7:05


    -Last week we saw Colorado storm the field vs. Iowa State, and that's about all…any possibilities this week?-If you want your house to be the ‘beacon of your neighborhood,' contact HaloCustomLighting.com today or Neemann & SonsShow sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Ryan Burns (Minnesota 247 Sports….@RyanBurnsMN)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 24:48


    -Minnesota is 4-2 overall and 2-1 in B1G play but there isn't much buzz around the program…does it feel the same way in Minneapolis?-What concerns you most in stopping Nebraska: Dylan Raiola and the WRs/TEs or the resurgent Emmett Johnson at RB?-Do you get the sense that PJ Fleck is a Gopher for the long haul or do you think he'll be a candidate for other jobs this offseason and potentially accept one if offered?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Bill's Thrills (sponsored by Deinert Contracting) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 20:03


    -It's time for the Monster MATCH…the big games of the weekend no one is talking about-If you're seeking out someone to trust for any type of remodel in your home, call Randy at Deinert Contracting--(402) 417-5204Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Lee Sterling (Paramount Sports….last week 2-3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 18:25


    -Michigan (-6) vs. Washington              Ohio State (-25') vs. Wisconsin             Iowa (-3') vs. Penn State-Indiana (-27) vs. Michigan State          Nebraska (-8) vs. Minnesota                 Miami FL (-13') vs. LouisvilleShow sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Aging Gracefully (sponsored by Tredz Central Tire Pros)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 12:28


    -What's on Sip's mind today as he tries to properly age gracefully ahead of a busy weekend of college/NFL football?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Could Jake try and convince The Stool and Breakers to give Nebrasketball a few hours of their day tomorrow?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 10:50


    -Nebraska football plays tonight, so there's no Husker game tomorrow---except for Nebrasketball's home exhibition game vs. preseason No. 8 ranked BYU at noon (only can be viewed on BTN+ if not in attendance)-Yes, there's plenty of great college football action…but can Jake steer fans to spend 2 hours with the men's hoops team?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    It's GAMEDAYYYYYY in Minneapolis…will Nebraska snap a 6-game losing streak to PJ Fleck and the Gophers or extend the pain?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 38:21


    -Nebraska enters tonight's game (7pm, FOX) as 7.5 point favorites, as the look to become bowl-eligible by mid-October and build well beyond that…it would also be the first time the Huskers won back-to-back road games since 2006. Lots of ugly streaks on the line tonight, especially trying to get the first win vs. Minnesota since 2018-Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen's Bowling & Billiards): where are Breakers listening from today?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Spillover (sponsored by Raising Cane's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 4:20


    Steelers/Bengals tonight on Thursday Night Football and Game 3 of the NLCS…and Game 4 of the ALCS…what will you watch?   Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    USA Today reports that Florida's Billy Napier could be fired by as soon as this weekend….why wouldn't they do it now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 10:46


    USA Today reported that Napier, 2-4 on the season, is likely on the outs with the Gators as Florida AD Scott Stricklin apparently met with a handful of influential boosters on Tuesday and was told that continuing financial support depends on “a new direction within the football program” The problem with those statements is…since you haven't fired him yet…what if the Gators get hot and go on a run? Then what?   Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    It's the halfway point of the 2025 football season…is Nebraska better, worse, or about what you expected them to be?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 20:50


    Nebraska is 5-1 on the season….and it's OK to make some midseason assessments. We can all agree that special teams has been the biggest improvement on the team and it is undeniably a factor in the team's success this year What about the rest of the team? Is the offense what you expected or better/worse? What about the defense?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Bill's Thrills (sponsored by Deinert Contracting) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 18:20


    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 today  Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Last year, Nebraska started 5-1 before they lost 4 straight games and barely made a bowl game…why is this year different?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 20:01


    Nebraska is once again 5-1…this year they don't head to a buzzing Indiana team like last year in an embarrassing 56-7 loss to the Hoosiers….is scheduled the biggest reason why they won't fall apart or is it something more? If you say it's schedule, a reminder that Nebraska had a chance last year to get bowl-eligible in early November with a home game vs. UCLA and fell behind by 20 points before losing the game….that team was trying to get to a bowl game for the first time since 2016, though. That monkey is off their back…so what's the next barrier to break? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Rick Hamann's (of Sartor Hamann Jewelers) Song of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 13:39


    What's next on Rick's list of songs? Will Sip and Bill get trivia questions right? Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    A bizarre question at Lane Kiffin's press conference led to him essentially calling Kirby Smart….fat!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 7:46


    At his weekly press conference, a reporter asked the Ole Miss head coach who burns more calories…him or Kirby Smart? Kiffin's response was, “I saw his press conference today, don't look like he's burned too many calories.” OUCH Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Matt Rhule met with media yesterday to preview Minnesota…what did we learn that we didn't know when he spoke on Monday?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 39:46


    Yesterday's press conference was definitely more about Minnesota than anything from last week or Penn State, as Rhule was able to focus on the Gophers and what challenges they present and the respect he has for PJ Fleck Rhule mentioned that Minnesota QB Drake Lindsey throws up a lot of “50/50” balls that will be up to the defensive backs to go win those battles which they have the majority of the year….and he also mentioned that Lindsey doesn't run much Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Spillover (sponsored by Raising Cane's)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 4:11


    ALCS Game 3 tonight at Seattle (up 2-0) and a couple of college football games...what is The Stool watching?   Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    If you're curious how things are going at Auburn---they just dismissed a senior captain midseason for failing to meet ‘expectations'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 12:37


    Auburn has had an up-and-down season that is trending toward disappointing, though they looked like they were on the verge of beating Georgia the entire game on Saturday. Head coach Hugh Freeze told media yesterday of a dismissal.. Senior RB Damari Alston—a captain-- was dismissed from the team Monday for failing to meet expectations..all is well!   Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Sean Callahan (Husker Online)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 15:54


    Nebraska is 5-1 and ranked 25th in the country, but the narrative of the season now switches to Matt Rhule and the possibility of him going to Penn State…do you expect to see a locked in and focused team on Friday night in Minneapolis? Are you operating the rest of the season with the expectation that there will be a new head coach in Lincoln next year? Emmett Johnson is 8th in the country in rushing yards with 650 yards (2nd in the B1G)…how much has your opinion on him changed from before the season?  Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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