Early Break

-Thoughts on last night's national title….good way to end the season?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-At this point, Cronin knows what he's doing and is creating incredible content after almost every game-He said he doesn't know why UCLA should feel bad for long road trips to California when they've traveled a ton so far across the countryShow sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We live in a day and age where we can't sit still and enjoy what's just happened, so we already look ahead to next year….On3 has Nebraska at 25th in their rankings for next year, which probably isn't egregious when looking at their schedule and their roster-Some other rankings that stand out? Texas (1); Ohio State (2); Illinois (7!!!!!)…Florida (9); Alabama (14); Indiana (23)-Are we looking at a Bret Bielema squad that could be a College Football Playoff contender?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising 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): "Son of a Preacher Man" - Dusty Springfield (1969)Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nick Saban Audio-Two hard working well coached teams-What was said during press conferences from each coachesShow sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's still unfortunate it couldn't be a Saturday night game, but that's the way it is—Ohio State entered as an 8.5 point favorite vs. the Irish…was it a competitive game with good drama?-The playoffs have been great so far…if it was a great game last night, it would have been the cherry on top of a good 12-team playoff-Will both coaches still be at their schools next year or on to the NFL? We shall see…Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-National championship game tonight…who takes the title?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-New Mexico State transfer OT Shiyazh Peat chose Kentucky over Nebraska and Michigan…will the Huskers go after anyone else on the o-line?-Also, Marquis Groves-Killebrew exited the portal and went back to Arizona instead of going to Nebraska….but DeShon Singleton is officially sticking around Lincoln for one more yearShow sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It'd be a great story if the 2 schools that might hate each other more than any in college football---Michigan and Ohio State---won back-to-back national titles, and that could be the case tonight-The Buckeyes are an 8.5 point favorite tonight against Notre Dame, who made the title game after a 27-24 win over Penn State in the semifinals-What kind of game are we expecting in Atlanta this evening? B1G chalk or Luck of the Irish?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Football Facts Monday…what's on Bill's mind today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "Time For Me To Fly" - REO Speedwagon (1978)Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Jayden Daniels was phenomenal in the game for the Commanders and Washington forced 5 turnovers of Detroit (4 INTs, 1 strip sack fumble) and turned the ball over no times…impressive performance, their first time in the NFC title game since 1991-KC took care of Houston in the first game…what about Sunday's games? Eagles/Rams and Bills/Ravens..Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska had a horrible start in the game with turnovers but only trailed by 2 points at halftime, proving that they don't always have to be horrible in 11am road games…but what happened on the final 2 possessions of the game on offense?-The energy level was good enough which is positive…and Andrew Morgan was phenomenal-Also, Sip is back from OKC…how was the trip?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Reaction to last night's Nebrasketball game and looking ahead to what's next…Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Freaky Football Friday…what does Bill have in store today?-Contact Dirk, Scot & Ty at MidPlains Advisors to plan your financial future today---(402) 730-7387Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Is it as obvious to journalists/fans as it is to coaches when players are faking injuries?-Coaches discussed that players could be suspended for the rest of a drive if they were seen to be faking an injury, but who polices that? How big of an issue is it in college football?-Also, Jim Harbaugh is having some offseason surgeries and Bill Belichick hasn't signed his contract?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Sip is gone today, but we can still age gracefully…what do the guys have for us on this Friday?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "Detroit Rock City" KissShow sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's hard to really call anything an ‘upset' in professional sports, so maybe we ask which underdog is most likely to win…is it the Commanders at Detroit? Can the Bills hold off King Henry and the Ravens in the cold of Buffalo?-Will the Chiefs move to the Championship game without much of a push from the Texans or not? And Rams/Eagles…why are we not talking about that game more?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-If Nebraska is going to be an NCAA Tournament team, they need to win pretty much every game at home and win 1-2 games on the road—which is why games like last night are so important-Did Brice Williams get back on track after a rough game at Purdue? Did the defense show up unlike the previous 2 games?-Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen's Bowling & Billiards): where are people listening from today?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebrasketball/Rutgers tonight at 8pm at PBA…does Nebraska get back on track?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising 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 Dirk, Scot & Ty at MidPlains Advisors to plan your financial future today—(402) 730-7387Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What's the outlook on Nebraska landing Shiyazh Peat from New Mexico State?-Nebraska landed several defensive backs in the last few weeks…which one stands out to you?-Who do you like in Monday's national championship game: Notre Dame or Ohio State?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What's next on Rick's list of songs? Will Bill and Jake get trivia questions right?"Third Rate Romance" - Sammy Kershaw (Rick Hamann)Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It was a bad week for Nebraska; first blowing a 15-point 2nd half lead at Iowa and then getting curb-stomped by Purdue on Sunday in an embarrassing drubbing-Nebraska has won 20 straight games at PBA, so you SHOULD expect them to win tonight…but how to cure the road woes?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Surprise! Mike Schaefer's with us for the full show today with Sip out of town…is it as obvious to journalists/fans as it is to coaches when players are faking injuries?-The passing of Jack HoffmanShow sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Thoughts on Scott Dochterman's 10-point plan to fix college football….Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Wild Card Wednesday…what does Bill have for us today?-Contact Dirk, Scot & Ty at MidPlains Advisors to plan your financial future today---(402) 730-7387Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-BREAKING NEWS-What happened to the correct uniform?-Refs are focused on the correct uniforms instead of first downs-What is the right thing the wearShow sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising 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):"Don't Stand So Close To Me" - The Police (1980)Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska is trying to land Shiyazh Pete from the transfer portal with Michigan as the main team in the way...what's the outlook on the Huskers' chances to get him?-Incoming freshman WR Cortez Mills was apparently a standout performer in San Antonio last week…can we expect a true freshman to have a big role in the offense in back-to-back years?-It's Ohio State/Notre Dame for the title on Monday night…what would the B1G winning 2 straight national titles do to the narrative of college football?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The Athletic's Scott Dochterman offered up a 10-point plan to fix the college football calendar: 1) Move Spring Football to June (alleviates pressure on athletes to enter portal in December and find homes before January semester) -2) Open the transfer portal in mid-January for 19 days and then again the 2nd and 3rd weeks of April-Also: mini camps in March/April; Spring football becomes 12 June practices; Early Signing Period moves to Aug. 1 through 2nd Monday in October; June camps/visits; Regular season moved up on week so conference championships occur over Thanksgiving weekend; another round of home games in CFP; New Year's Day Bowl Festival; and tier the other bowl games. It's a lot to think about…what do we like?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We officially have the 2nd round of the playoffs set…which favorite is on the biggest upset alert?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-McCarthy and the Cowboys apparently couldn't come to terms on a contract going forward so they ‘parted ways,' with rumors now that McCarthy might go to either the Saints or Bears for their openings-As far as Dallas? Steve Sarkisian was mentioned, and of course---Bill Belichick. Will he be in play?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Sip pointed out yesterday how unimpressive Texas' running game was against Ohio State, and that their RBs were small---even though they had good stats on the season-Emmett Johnson appears to be Nebraska's starting RB next season with Dante Dowdell into the portal…they continue to try and improve the OL, but can Emmett be a difference making back?-If not, do you expect Nebraska to attack that in the portal still or see what they have at the moment?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising 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): "Raspberry Beret" - Prince & the Revolution (1985)Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-FOX showed Eagles' WR A.J. Brown on the sidelines not in his playbook during the game—but reading a book---titled, “Inner Excellence,” written by self-help author Jim Murphy-The book went from ranked 523,497 on Amazon's list of book-sellers to No. 1 overnight. The book had 375 reviews as of yesterday, compared to the book that sits at No. 9, which had 431,000 reviews…that's the power of NFL on TV and a fanbase that loves it's playersShow sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We have mocked the ACC a lot in recent years for the Grant of Rights situation, schools wanting out, and poor performance on the national landscape—but 2 schools are making a statement-We learned over the weekend that Minnesota DC Corey Hetherman was leaving the Gophers for Miami (FL)…and yesterday, Penn State DC Tom Allen departed for Clemson for the same role. Money talks?-Also, update on last night's Vikings/Rams Wild Card game…what did the crowd look like in a neutral site?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-104 points allowed by Nebrasketball after 97 points allowed against Iowa? What happened???- Continued talk over Mike Tomlin and his time at the Pittsburgh Steelers, is a 19th season the best idea??Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The Texans started things out by looking dreadful for most of the 1st half before coming alive and taking down Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers, 32-12; Justin Herbert was quite terrible in the game for LA-The Bills had no issues with the Broncos (31-7); and the Ravens took care of the Steelers (28-14)…what about the other games?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-In today's day and age in college sports, continuity is nearly impossible or non-existent-Same goes for professional sports, but one team is set on keeping it's coach for a 19th season---the Pittsburgh Steelers with Mike Tomlin, fresh off their 6th straight playoff loss, 28-14 to Baltimore-Tomlin famously has never had a losing season with the Steelers, but also hasn't won the AFC since 2010…when do you know a coach has plateaued with an organization or to keep going with it?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising 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): "Nuthin' But a G Thang" - Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre (1992)Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It was a great 12-2 start to the season (minus the blowout loss at Michigan State), and then Nebraska blew a 15-point 2nd half lead at Iowa…and never were in contention in a rout at Purdue-The Huskers allowed a school-record 19 3-pointers against them in the game and couldn't get anything going on either side of the ball..what happened to the defense the last 2 games? Why are they so bad away from home?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Notre Dame beat Penn State, 27-24, on Thursday to advance to the championship, and Ohio State beat Texas, 28-14, on Friday to advance to the title game-Texas had a 4th and short deep in Ohio State territory, down 21-14, late in the 4th quarter but Jack Sawyer took a strip sack back for the decisive TD to get the Buckeyes to the title game-We'll officially have no SEC champion 2 years in a row and potentially a B1G champion 2 years in a row…didn't the sport need this?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Thoughts on last night's Penn State/Notre Dame game, tonight's Ohio State/Texas game, and Sunday's Nebrasketball/Purdue game…Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Freaky Football Friday…what does Bill have for us today?-Contact Dirk, Scot & Ty at MidPlains Advisors to plan your financial future today—(402) 730-7387Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Last Semifinal game tonight where have both teams had success this year-Breaking down the college football season, what has the playoffs looked like-Which teams will be facing off in the College Football Championship?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Arena Motocross Nationals, Lincoln Stars vs. USA National Team, Husker Wrestling, Harlem Globetrotters-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "Gimme All Your Lovin'" - ZZ Top (1983)Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Final Play Talk What does tonight's semifinal game look likeShow sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Notre Dame entered last night's game apparently with a flu bug of sorts going through the team---which was the case also before the Indiana game—but still were seen as the favorite. Did they take down James Franklin and Penn State?-Tonight, it's Ohio State/Texas in the Cotton Bowl in snowy Dallas (yes, you read that right)---the Buckeyes are a 6 point favorite, will they advance to the finals?-Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen's Bowling & Billiards): where are people listening from today?Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Notre Dame/Penn State tonight to earn a berth to the title game…who wins it?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANK(hour sponsored by Ben Spirk / Farm Bureau)Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Cool Parenting Tips Thursday….what does Bill have for us today?-Contact Dirk, Scot & Ty at MidPlains Advisors to plan your financial future today----(402) 730-7387Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANK(hour sponsored by Ben Spirk / Farm Bureau)Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska remains busy in the transfer portal, adding Elijah Pritchett from Alabama to the o-line…how good of a chance do they have to land New Mexico State OT Shiyazh Peat?-What chance does Nebraska have to land UTEP pass rusher Maurice Westmoreland?-Of the players who have left Nebraska and landed at other schools, which spot surprises you the most and who might have the most success?Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANK(hour sponsored by Ben Spirk / Farm Bureau)Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy