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-We mentioned the 9 international games yesterday and also the official word on there being a Thanksgiving Eve game this year(BOOOOOOOOOO!!!!)-The rest of the schedule was also unveiled…any good primetime games for the audience to prepare for?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Remember Princewill Umanmielen? Yeah, Nebraska sure could use him—and he was here for 2 years before transferring to Ole Misslast year…where he was an all-SEC pass rusher with 9 sacks and 13 tackles for loss. The Rebels rewarded him with a new contract whichhe signed…before he went in the portal and ended up at LSU-According to CBS Sports, the Rebels weren't going to let him enter the portal since he had a signed contract and his buyout was goingto be six figures from that…but he still went to LSU. Just that thought alone is wild---buyouts of six figures for college athletes!!!Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's time for RADIO TRADIO…our first ever edition…let's see if we can get some interaction from the Breakers and deals made!-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 Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The Huskers sit at 35 th in the rankings---which likely would indicate a 6 to 8 win season---and it equates to ranked 10 th in the B1G of allteams in the league. The Huskers sit right behind Vanderbilt, South Carolina, Boise State and TCU; and ahead of Auburn, VA Tech,Virginia, and Arizona State, among others (Minnesota is at 40 th )-6 of Nebraska's opponents sit ahead of them on the rankings---so if you use that, they might put Nebraska at 6-6 unless there's anupset in there…regardless, 3 B1G teams are in the top 6 of the rankings (Ohio State – 1; Oregon – 3; and Indiana – 6)Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-B1G Track and Field Championships; Lincoln Saltdogs Season Opener; Live Horse Racing at Legacy Downs; and CMSA NationalChampionships-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising 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…-Go see Ron and the team at Tredz Central Tire Pros for your next tire, just south of Cortland on Highway 77Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Husker baseball started their final series of the regular season yesterday at Minnesota---a game moved up to 2pm from an original5pm start time because of weather expected in the evening---did they get started on a good note with a win or not?-Also, tonight at 5:30pm at Bowlin Stadium…Nebraska/South Dakota (ESPN+), following Louisville/Grand Canyon (3pm, ESPNU)-Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen's Bowling & Billiards): where are Breakers listening from today?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-PGA Championship starts today at Aronimink Golf Club in Philadelphia---maybe we see another Matt Rhule sightingOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska comes off an impressive 8-4 win at Creighton on Tuesday after a sweep of Iowa, and still has eyes on hosting a regional inLincoln---where they've lost just one game this season (vs. Kansas). The importance of hosting seems pretty important for their hopesof making a super regional…-Can they survive any loss in Minneapolis or does it have to be a sweep no matter what, with added success in the B1G Tournament?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'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 Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The ACC's coaches and athletic directors voted unanimously yesterday at the spring meetings that they'd like to expand the CollegeFootball Playoff to 24 teams, and ACC commissioner Jim Phillips agreed with the stance-The B1G continues to swing its new-found authority, getting the Big 12 and ACC on board for 24 teams…will the SEC agree or continueto fight the battle against 24 teams?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The Omaha World Herald's Sam McKewon broke down the added $5 million LLC agreement in Matt Rhule's new contract Advertising 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?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The NFL will have a record 9 international games this year, including 2 games for the 49ers---they'll play the first ever game inAustralia vs. the Rams in Week 1…before they fly to Mexico City in Week 11 to play the Vikings-The amount of miles the 49ers will travel this year? 38,105 (!!!), compared to the Panthers, who will have only 8,740 miles traveledAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska's new starting QB chatted with On3's Pete Nakos in an article released yesterday and chatted about the season ahead andhis path to Lincoln, and the article ended with his expectations: making the playoff, not being happy with 8 wins, and wanting highexpectations, including being in the Heisman race himself-It's what he should say, but it's treated with an eyeroll by a fanbase---and a conference, really—who have waited for a long time forNebraska to be relevant in the national scene…what a welcome sight it would beAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Big Ten Regular season champs, Big Ten Tournament champs, and a 1-seed in the NCAA Tournament…how exactly do you put thisseason into words as it continues on?-Jordy Frahm has been unbelievable once again for Nebraska as we hoped and thought she'd be….how can one player help elevate aprogram so much as she has with the help of her teammates?-A path to the WCWS in Oklahoma City goes completely through Lincoln for the Huskers…Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Husker Online received data about Nebraska's NIL/rev share that has this roster around $29 million compared to Ohio State/Oregonboth over $50 million and Indiana just behind that…is this a valid excuse for this program or is just that---an excuse?-The CSC won its arbitration case against Nebraska, but this doesn't seem over…what does this all mean and what's next in this saga?-Millard North safety Tory Pittman is drawing interest from LSU and Miami…where does Nebraska stand with his commitment?Our 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'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 Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Sip wrote yesterday morning for Husker Online that financial data shows that Nebraska is operating with about $29 million for revshare/NIL, where as Ohio State and Oregon are among 6 schools in the country at $50 million or more with their rosters-Indiana is seen to be around $45-50 million, which now makes sense as they are the defending national champions and have madeback-to-back playoffs appearances…is this a valid excuse for Nebraska or just another data point?Our 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):Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Paul Pabst of the Dan Patrick Show tweeted yesterday a question of 2 options of games for a fan to go to next year: LSU at Ole Miss onSeptember 19 th , or the National Championship Game-Some might scoff and say it's always about the title game…but September 19 th is Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford as head coach of LSU,and that scene is going to be unbelievable…what would The Stool choose?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We mentioned at the end of the show yesterday that Baseball America still had the Huskers projected to host a regional (15 th overallseed)…did they continue to move toward that possibility with a win last night?-It's a quick turnaround for the Huskers who now head to Minnesota to close out the regular season with 3 games starting tomorrow inMinneapolis as they try and hold on to the 2-seed in the conference before next week's B1G Tournament in Omaha…Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Big game for Nebraska baseball at CREIGHTON tonight…6pm on Nebraska Public Media…..Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Is Nebraska in a good enough spot? Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-CBS Sports put out their list of overreactions and put “We'll be better off without Dylan Raiola” as the overreaction forNebraska…which seems like something fans would say….is that just coping or is that validity to that?-The list of other teams' overreactions was actually pretty well-done…let's go through a few of them…Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-ESPN ranked the offseasons of all Power 4 teams (by conference) and put Nebraska at 8 th of 18 in the B1G for their offseason---remember the Kenny Minchey fiasco?---they didn't forget but said Anthony Colandrea was a nice replacement for him-Nebraska was seen to have a top-half offseason in the league, which many Husker fans probably wouldn't have guessed..Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-CBS Sports put out their list of overreactions and put “We'll be better off without Dylan Raiola” as the overreaction forNebraska…which seems like something fans would say….is that just coping or is that validity to that?-The list of other teams' overreactions was actually pretty well-done…let's go through a few of them…Our 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):Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The 2025-26 Nebraska men's basketball season was one for the record books, a 28-7 campaign that ended up in a run to the Sweet 16-Yesterday, Ugnius Jarusevicius signed with Arizona (!!)…which could just be a ‘flyer' for the Wildcats or maybe they can make it workfor him…imagine if he is an important player for their team and more “what ifs” from the last season for Nebraska…Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Jordy Frahm has been one of the best players in country for her entire tenure at both Oklahoma and Nebraska, so her being on the All-B1G team was a no-brainer…but how can a team that won the B1G regular season and tournament have no other representation?-Nebraska went 46-6 this season and is the No. 4 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament….had the B1G Pitcher of the Year, Freshman ofthe Year (Alexis Jensen) and Coach of the Year…but just one player made the All-B1G team (Jordy). Wild.Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Ryan Day's 3-star QB son, R.J., committed to a B1G team this weekend---but it's not Ohio State. Hello, Northwestern!Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-CBS Sports wrote about which teams could have used the spring portal the most, and Iowa showed up---they said that no Power 4defense enters the 2026 season with fewer snaps at the FBS level than the Iowa Hawkeyes-They return starters in the secondary in Deshaun Lee and Zach Lutmer, but they they've added quite a few pieces from the FCSlevel…so we'll get to see what Phil Parker is capable of AND if Nebraska should pursue the FCS more going forward…right?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The stool chats Rising City and the history there Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We've all seen Nebraska's schedule---they could most certainly be 5-0 before Indiana comes to town on October 10 th when the seasonreally starts to get going-CBS Sports lists Nebraska as the game that could define Indiana's season, as games vs. Ohio State and Michigan follow it immediatelyafterward. Do fans have any optimism about things going Nebraska's way against King Cignetti?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Jim Blue talks about CEDARS' Youth Services and a preview to Give To Lincoln DayOur 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 his mind today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's started to become an odd tradition for these schools to play each other on Fridays---this will be the third time in 4 seasons for thegame to be on Friday…which was a loss for the Huskers last time in Lincoln-This game will be November 6 th on FOX, which will kick off a difficult month for Nebraska in a month that has caused them issuesOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska softball backed up its B1G regular season title with an impressive run through the B1G Tournament in College Park,Maryland; taking down UCLA, 7-2, to claim the championship. They'll be hosting a regional starting this Friday..-Meanwhile, Husker baseball beat Iowa on Friday, 10-0; then, took a 7-0 lead on Saturday before eventually falling behind, 11-8…onlyto come back and win, 15-11; setting up the chance for a sweep on Sunday against Iowa…how did they fare?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-There will be no Triple Crown this year in horse racing—Golden Tempo won't be running in the Preakness---not good for the sportOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska is on the outside looking in at this point for hosting a regional after a sweep at Ohio State last weekend and although there'szero doubt they'll be a tournament team…they've played like a regional host for most of the year-Iowa comes to town as an average B1G team…12-12 in conference play…but they'd played well on the road with a 10-7 overall recordaway from home and you KNOW they want to spoil the final homestand for Will Bolt's teamOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We knew it looked like it was going through, and then the NCAA went ahead and confirmed it yesterday, showing what the bracketwill look like in March of next year…every 5-12 matchup will now feature play-in games…-Of course, the NCAA had to mention the amount of money to be gained from this—saying that $131 million will be awarded throughnew distributions and new previously restricted product categories (beer, wine, etc.) will now be allowed in tournament broadcastsOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's a Freaky Friday…what's on Bill's mind today?-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 Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Spring ball is over and this year there is no spring portal period…does that let Lance and other coaches breathe a little bit easier ornot?-Kansas comes off a disappointing season that resulted in a 5-7 record and 3 straight losses to end the year…what's the hunger levellike this offseason from the returning players and staff?-What are Lance's thoughts on the renovated stadium at Kansas? What has been fan response?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising 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 Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Taylor has been loyal in commitment to Nebraska for a long time, and is moving to the state to play high school football this upcomingseason at Millard South. Taylor is listed as a 4-star prospect and the No. 5 QB in the class of 2027-It's not difficult to negative recruit Nebraska right now with the level of fan anger at Matt Rhule and company…and that might be why2027 safety Tory Pittman (Millard North) also is getting pursued by LSU and Miami despite being a Husker commit…hmmm….-Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen's Bowling & Billiards): where are Breakers listening from today?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-RIP to Ted Turner, age 87; and update on tonight's NHL/NBA Playoff games…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'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 Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The Athletic's Scott Dochterman surveyed readers who are B1G followers and asked how likely is it for each school to win the CFP overthe next 5 years, and just 3.7% of the respondents think Nebraska is likely to do so in that span of time-It was interesting to see the thoughts on the rest of the conference—several schools believe they have absolutely zero shot, which isprobably true---but it does tell you where schools think they are now and where they will be going forwardOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-College basketball season is over, but it's a several months of travel for Kissinger when in session…for those who have no idea, what isa week like for a ref during the season?-What coaches give you the hardest time? Which fanbases are the toughest to deal with?-You are a Hall of Famer at Nebraska Wesleyan (inducted in 2010) after a great playing career that ended there in 1998…did you everenvision a life that would have you traveling across the country as a ref of high-level college hoops?Our 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 Sip and Bill get trivia questions right?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The long-time Clemson head coach was on Greg McElroy's Always College Football show recently and talked about a variety of things,including the Tigers' success against elite teams over the years after what was a disappointing season in 2025-He then said: “I mean, Notre Dame has their own TV station, they make their own rules, they make their own money. They've got amoney-printing machine in their backyard or something.” Sadly we don't see these 2 teams play until 2027…Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy