Podcast appearances and mentions of Matt Rhule

Is that QB not in Nebraska yet?

Maybe it's clickbait, maybe it's a real thought: CBS Sports' Cody Nagel wrote that Auburn's recruiting has struggled this summer, and took blame to head coach Hugh Freeze logging 11 rounds of golf since June began We have no idea how much golf Matt Rhule has played, but we do know that he's been busy as hell with all the different camps going on at Nebraska…is there any reason to believe that Freeze has played too much golf and it's affecting recruiting? Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Jordan, Commish, the Lord of the Spreadsheets Kevin, and Big Sky Brigit, along with our VP of Podcast Production Arthur in the airport. We get lost in West Puntland, a hurdlers overcoming an underwear malfunction, Sac State denied in a move to FBS, Pac-12 Media Deal with CBS, EA CFB with the Pop Tart in the game, toughest places to play, what did they do to Lane Kiffin and Matt Rhule?, UTEP HYPE TRAIN???, AUCKLAND CITY SCORED A GOAL, we talked with Idaho State AD Pauline Thiros and demand you vote for Case DeBruijn for the NFF Hall of Fame, Sickos Committee FA CUP Round 1 and then a TROPHY DRAFT and much, much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jessica Coody sat down with Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Corey Campbell for an update on how summer workouts and conditioning are going for Husker Football, the importance of becoming a player-led team during the summer, the process of identifying playing weights for certain players, the buy in and belief that comes with coming off a win in a bowl game but also in year number three with Matt Rhule, the leadership that's developed for this football team and much more!

We know what Matt Rhule looks like in the new EA Sports CFB game, have some ratings numbers from the 2025 Men's College World Series, and an update on FSU's Thomas Castellanos.

Join Jordan, Commish, Big Sky Brigit and Beth, along with our VP of Podcast Production Arthur from a scenic location. We talk College World Series, LSU wins, an ump goes tumbling, Arthur went to a Portland Pickles game, Gritty throwing axes, Wisconsin sues Miami, we got a Sacramento State-ment, FIFA Club World-Cupdate, Pitbull made a song for this??, CFL Week 3 Recap, the stress of Roughrider fandom, Sickos game in Calgary, Canadian Thicc Six, Italian Bowl is set, a Ryan meetup and no Bryans allowed, Matt Rhule photo album and the FINALE OF THE CONDUCTOR SERIES, WE RIDE THE RAILS WITH THE GAELS, SLIP MADIGAN, why the hell did St. Mary's play Fordham so much in the 1930s, THE WORLD'S LONGEST BAR and much, much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Connor is absent today, is it excused? Dicky Lovelady takes MLB by storm, the filmography of Gary Busey and Mark Wahlberg, a potential new girlfriend for Matt, championship celebrations, the new Matt Rhule rendering from the video game, and more.

College Football 26 released an image of Matt Rhule and it is clear that the folks at EA Sports have never seen Matt Rhule before.

Keith Murphy and Andy Fales dive into the heartbreak surrounding Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. OKC wins their first title, Matt Rhule's latest shenanigan, and MORE! Presented by Ramsey Subaru. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spend a little time trying to figure out why Matt Rhule took pictures with a bull.

Matt Rhule posed atop a cow/bull/steer, we ask what the point is and whether or not it was cool to do it, plus the emergence of Matt Rhule as "The CEO"

We start with takeaways from the College World Series, Matt Rhule and the livestock, his elevation to CEO, and more!

Mike takes us through the remainder of the summer calendar, his thoughts on the College World Series, Matt Rhule's weekend with livestock, if we can expect more 2026 recruiting announcements this week, and more!

Hour 1 - Aggie Men's Basketball alum Alex Caruso is an NBA champion + Matt Rhule listen-in

Matt and Josh discuss Matt Rhule's recent antics on social media.

Gary and Matt discuss Matt Rhule's recent post on social media

Also, what do the library and Bonefish Grill have in common?

BC joins us to talk Minnesota Twins, the shifting mindset on defense, the big push in recruiting this weekend, and whether or not Matt Rhule's public persona is a good thing.

We discuss the best way to consume Coca-Cola, and wonder why Matt Rhule has been seen in so many places in the last two weeks.

Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule joins McElroy to talk expectations heading into year 3, the culture shift, winning close games, Dylan Raiola and much more. Plus we open the mailbag to talk about realistic expectations for the Cornhuskers in ‘25, if Virginia Tech will ever get out of the middle of the ACC, if Georgia Tech can take the next step and the best and worst case scenarios for the Florida Gators this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Coody chatted with Andrew Ivins, the Director of Scouting for 247 Sports, to talk about his recent visit to Lincoln for the Battle at the Boneyard 7 on 7 event with Husker Football, his takeaways of the Osborne Legacy Complex, the momentum in recruiting the Huskers have gained from the weekend, his perspective of Nebraska 2027 quarterback commit Trae Taylor, why he thinks Matt Rhule has the program going in the right direction, and more!

Recorded: June 16th, 2025 Will Compton and Taylor Lewan bring the juice on this week's Bussin’ With The Boys. The guys are back with a packed episode and a killer sit-down with Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia. Before Diego hops on, the boys chop it up about the newly-dropped Dad Combine vlog courtesy of Bussin' Legend, JP Hovey, how Father’s Day weekend went, and their reactions to what’s been going down in the NHL Stanley Cup Finals. There’s also some solid back-and-forth about Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule going viral this past weekend, Josh Pate throwing strays at the back of the bus, and a preview of Tight End U coming up. They even touch on Paul Craig's wild kick, some Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese chatter, and give a nod to birthday boy Mitch before we hop into the interview. Once Diego joins, it’s all uphill in the best way. The guy’s got a story — from being a legit wrestler back in the day to calling his own plays in-game and leading New Mexico State to a historic win over Auburn. He talks about being overlooked coming out of high school, how he made the most of his time at NMSU, and what it’s been like transitioning to college football in the SEC at Vanderbilt. Diego then tells the behind the scenes story of the Alabama game and what it was like to upset the #1 team in the nation. The convo dives into whether he thought about entering the transfer portal again, expectations for this season, and how much Jerry Kill meant to his journey. It’s the kind of interview that makes you root for the dude, plain and simple. TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro3:23 Dad Combine Is Out21:09 Father’s Day Weekend38:03 Stanley Cup Finals42:44 Matt Rhule Has Been Actin Up51:11 Josh Pate vs Back Of The Bus56:20 TEU Next Week57:31 Paul Craig Kick1:03:28 WNBA1:07:24 One Bite King1:12:57 DIEGO PAVIA INTERVIEW STARTS1:13:43 Diego Was A Stud Wrestler1:14:48 Changing The Play In The Huddle1:16:45 Beating Bama For The First Time Ever1:21:56 The Chip On His Shoulder1:23:24 Having No Offers Out Of High School1:27:44 Time At New Mexico State 1:36:55 NIL Experience1:42:45 First Day At Vanderbilt 1:51:14 What Does He Need To Get Better At For The Next Level?1:55:16 Alabama Night2:02:13 Thoughts On Entering The Portal After Last Year?2:07:53 Vanderbilt Season Expectations 2:13:08 Did He Think About Leaving Vanderbilt?2:15:11 The Importance Of Jerry Kill In His Life2:20:42 Could Diego Wrestle Now?2:30:31 Vanderbilt Player To Watch This Year2:31:52 Vanderbilt Should Be Tennessee’s Team2:34:45 Bud Light: What Would You Do Anything For?2:33:33 Coolest Thing He’s Done After This Past SeasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick gives his thoughts on 7 topics ranging from an email on Nebraska Football's schedule, CFB Playoff Format, Matt Rhule respect, Inside The NBA, Mount Rushmore Sports Studio Shows and more!Subscribe, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter OR NickBahe.comHurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh and Matt recap Louisville win, and make fun of Matt Rhule's point finger

On this episode of Monday Night Therapy, Greg sits in for a vacationing Minnie welcomes back fan favorite Hoss Reuter for a deep dive into Nebraska football's 2025 outlook. With just 73 days until kickoff in Kansas City, the conversation explores Matt Rhule's year-three trajectory, the state of the offensive line, and whether Dylan Raiola can evolve into the next elite Husker quarterback. Hoss shares insights from Nebraska's April coaching clinic and breaks down key position battles, praising the improved depth and veteran leadership up front. They analyze the 2024 schedule, painful losses like Indiana and UCLA, and upcoming tests against Michigan and Penn State. There's also candid discussion on former OC Marcus Satterfield, the hiring of Dana Holgorsen, and the return of the 3-3-5 defense under new DC John Butler. The duo debates Haarburg's role, the running back committee, and how Nebraska can reestablish a tough, Big Ten-worthy identity. Hoss also reflects on becoming a dad and shares offseason optimism—grounded, but hopeful—for a program still chasing its first conference title in over two decades. This is a can't-miss conversation for any diehard Husker fan! Keywords: Nebraska Cornhuskers football, Matt Rhule, Dylan Raiola, Huskers 2025, Nebraska football podcast, Big Ten football, Dana Holgorsen, Husker predictions.

Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule joins McElroy to talk expectations heading into year 3, the culture shift, winning close games, Dylan Raiola and much more. Plus we open the mailbag to talk about realistic expectations for the Cornhuskers in ‘25, if Virginia Tech will ever get out of the middle of the ACC, if Georgia Tech can take the next step and the best and worst case scenarios for the Florida Gators this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rhule went on the Jim Rome Show---the day after he was in studio with us—and mentioned that everyone was reaching out to Raiola to try and convince him to transfer, but he stuck around in Lincoln How many Husker fans considered him a potential transfer option? It would make sense for all the high schools he went to and other various commitments he had (Ohio State, Georgia)…but not to be 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 Nebraska Cornhuskers are trending upward with recent recruiting wins propelling a revamped roster. But, do the Cornhuskers possess the trench power to truly go up another level?Matt Rhule's squad welcomes sophomore quarterback Dylan Raiola back as a second-year starter. Does he take a jump forward? Will Raiola have enough skill talent to distribute the football consistently?I give a 2025 Nebraska win-loss prediction.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Gary does the work for you, by listening to and analyzing Matt Rhule's appearance on Jim Rome.

Did anyone know Matt Rhule was on the Jim Rome Show?

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack relive one of the more glorious wins (first halves?) in recent Husker memory when they turn on the DOMINATING win by Matt Rhule and the Cornhuskers in the second game of the 2024 season. How did things go so right in the first half? What the hell went wrong in the second? And should it tell us anything about the program moving into year three? All that and more!Video edited by Matt Callaway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Rhule with a drop in appearance on the Stool!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 Early Break crew with a quick moment of reflection on how well the surprise guest was handled by one another!Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sip had a good look at Nebraska's new field surface this weekend and said the new stadium is handsome, and he read end zones ‘pop' Matt Rhule says the field plays faster…and don't forget cool designs elsewhere (ex. Tennessee's checkered end zones) Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Monday Night Therapy, host Minnie Hunt is joined by Pigskin PD (Peter Bartell) and law professor Adam Lamparello for an in-depth look at the NCAA House Settlement and its massive impact on the future of college football. The panel breaks down how the new system allows universities to pay up to $20.5 million annually to athletes, alongside NIL deals, and explores the legal, competitive, and Title IX ramifications. Adam explains why this structure may further widen the gap between powerhouse programs and smaller schools—sparking antitrust concerns and long legal battles. The conversation also dives into Nebraska football's identity, the importance of returning to its physical, trench-dominant style, and head coach Matt Rhule's efforts to rebuild the program. The group reflects on Nebraska legends like Tommy Frazier and Lawrence Phillips while discussing NIL's broader impact on player movement, recruiting, and competitive balance across college football. If you're passionate about Nebraska football history, college football NIL, or the changing landscape of the sport, this is an essential discussion. Plus, hear some fun memories about the 1869 Rutgers-Princeton game and Nebraska's storied quarterback legacy. #NebraskaFootball #CollegeFootballHistory #NIL #NCAASettlement #GoBigRed

In this engaging interview, Minnie Hunt of Corn Nation speaks with Steve Hatchell, president and CEO of the National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Football Hall of Fame. Hatchell shares insights into Nebraska's rich football heritage, highlighting coaching legends like Bob Devaney, Tom Osborne, and Frank Solich. He reminisces about Devaney's impact on the game and how Osborne upheld the tradition of developing scholar-athletes. Frank Solich's recent induction into the Hall of Fame as a coach underscores his contributions to the program. The discussion also touches on current head coach Matt Rhule's commitment to student-athlete success, mirroring the philosophies of his predecessors. Hatchell expresses excitement about Ndamukong Suh's impending induction, further enriching Nebraska's legacy. Steve shares the NFF's mission and it's importance in helping preserve college football history and its scholarship programs for student-athletes. He emphasizes the importance of football as a life platform beyond the field. And shares captivating stories that focus on Nebraska's football culture. Within this conversation we celebrate the past, present, and future of college football, inviting fans to reflect on the shared values that unite the Husker nation. Stay tuned for more engaging conversations on Nebraska football and the broader college football world, and remember: Go Big Red!

STEVE SIPPLE has now been with Husker Online for nearly three years after more than three decades with the Lincoln Journal Star. We catch up on a few things here: Matt Rhule's tenure at Nebraska, covering the Huskers 24/7 and 12 months a year, three hours of radio every day, the grind of doing daily journalism, and much more. He drops in a tidbit about Scott Frost and why he probably should not have taken the Huskers job, and the relationship he had/has with many other Huskers football coaches.Recorded June 5, 2025

On this episode of The Hard Count, J.D. PicKell reacts to anonymous coach quotes that give rare insight into the Big Ten's top programs heading into 2025. From what Bryce Underwood needs at Michigan, Nebraska's rebuild under Matt Rhule, the truth about Ryan Day at Ohio State and more, J.D. breaks down what coaches are really saying and what it all means for the College Football Playoff race. Then to end the show J.D. lists the nine teams that he truly believes are the only contenders to win this year's national championship.  

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Somebody has to be the villain of college football.For the time being, it is SEC commissioner Greg Sankey.By being willing to wear the black hat, it may keep us distracted from what is really going on.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) did his best to keep this wild and crazy episode of False Start on the tracks with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) out and about doing alleged bachelor party things a few miles away from him in and around Atlanta.Buhler touched on Sankey, Kirby Smart being big mad over big money, Dan Lanning losing recruits and if the Matt Rhule pop year is going to happen in the middle of a cornfield.False Start is like a kernel, you never know when it is going to be popping off!

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear the entire pod, become a Patron today for as low as $5 a month: patreon.com/i80club. And don't forget to subscribe to the I-80 Club YouTube channel!Josh and Jack kick off the I-80 Club Summer Tour with their first ever draft! Mike Schaefer and John Bishop join them to pick 28 games, one each from the Tom Osborne, Frank Solich, Bill Callahan, Bo Pelini, Mike Riley, and Matt Rhule eras. They each have their own strategy. How well did it work? Find out as they figure out which of the four has the best roster of games! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Austin asks for Robin's worst spot to do a radio hit, his excitement level for the return of Valentino's Pizza, press box etiquette, ranking the major NU sports offseasons, the potential of a quieter Matt Rhule this summer, and more

In this edition of the Peristyle Podcast hosts Ryan Abraham and Connor Morrissette (aka "Triple Double") are back in studio talking about the 2025 USC football schedule and how the early November trip to Lincoln could be the determining factor for the Trojans having a successful campaign. After finishing the regular season 6-6 in 2024 with no true Big Ten road victories, USC will try to take a huge step forward and be a real factor in the conference title race this season. To do so, the Trojans will need to grind out some tough victories on the road and we are circling that November 1 date against the Cornhuskers as the barometer game for USC. Looking at the way too early top-25 polls USC will face a few ranked teams on the road including Notre Dame, Oregon and Illinois and face off against Michigan at home. The post-spring SP+ rankings have Notre Dame at No. 6, Oregon at No. 7, Michigan at No. 10, Illinois at No. 19 then Iowa at No. 28 and Nebraska at No. 34 (with USC at No. 30). No other program on the Trojans schedule is in the SP+ top-50. Most sportsbooks currently have USC's over/under win total at 7.5, but barely surpassing that with an 8-4 record likely wouldn't be enough for Trojan fans to feel the season was a success. If we assume the pair of top-10 road games are losses, it doesn't leave much room for error for the Trojans to get to that 9-win mark. To have any chance of success USC will need to win its tough home games, so let's assume the Trojans go 2-1 with Michigan, Iowa and at Illinois. That leaves the November 1 game against Nebraska as the lynchpin to a successful season. The Huskers, like the Trojans, did a lot of work in the off-season to try and improve and some even feel Nebraska could make a run at the College Football Playoffs. USC got the better of Nebraska last season in the Coliseum, so Matt Rhule and company will be trying to return the favor when the Trojans come to town. In our opinion, both programs will desperately need that victory to take the next step towards conference respectability. ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE for 30% OFF an annual VIP membership to USCFootball.com!⁠⁠⁠  Please review, rate and subscribe to the Peristyle Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠! Thanks to ⁠⁠⁠Trader Joe's⁠⁠⁠ for sponsoring the Peristyle Podcast! Make sure you check out ⁠⁠⁠USCFootball.com⁠⁠⁠ for complete coverage of this USC Trojan football team.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We know the list had Matt Rhule at 32nd that we mentioned yesterday, but now we get to look at who is perceived as the top coaches in the sport… Here's the Top 10: 10) Matt Campbell 9) Kalen DeBoer 8) Brian Kelly 7) James Franklin 6) Marcus Freeman 5) Dan Lanning 4) Steve Sarkisian 3) Dabo Swinney 2) Ryan Day, and….1) Kirby Smart. Also of note: Lincoln Riley (13), Lance Leipold (15) Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nick dives into the blueprint with the rosters for Matt Rhule at his previous college jobs and compares them to Nebraska's heading into Year 3. Subscribe, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter OR NickBahe.comHurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Husker247 Podcast gathered on Thursday to get caught up on some of the May happenings with Nebraska football and the conversation surrounding it.  The trio decided to discuss the toughest games for Nebraska in the forthcoming season with each of Michael Bruntz, Brian Christopherson and Mike Schaefer talking through their lists and order. Who is the most difficult game? Which games does everyone include? Which one was only included by one list? Then the three discussed Matt Rhule's placement on CBS Sports annual coaching list ranking, which really led to a discussion about PJ Fleck and the Minnesota Gophers program that no one knew they wanted. Finally some baseball and softball talk as both teams have huge games on Friday. Nebraska baseball's season is on the line against Oregon while the Huskers hope to win a series in Knoxville and punch their ticket to the Women's College World Series over Tennessee. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thursday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with an explanation of Matt Rhule's viral Playoff comments & Greg explaining why the Playoff Committee should become the sport's governing body; then, the guys recap what went down in the SEC Baseball Tournament; later, Mike Nolan, head coach of the Michigan Panthers, tells us why Bryce Perkins won't be playing this weekend & how they're preparing to take on the Stallions twice in the next 3 weeks; and finally, it appears that a straight-seeding model could be implemented for this year's College Football Playoff. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At dead last (68th) is Mississippi State's Jeff Lebby...and Nebraska's first opponent, Cincinnati, finds their coach--Scott Satterfield---at 60th in the rankingsOthers that stand out: Sherrone Moore (58th); Bill Belichick (54th); Luke Fickell (40th); Deion Sanders (33rd); and Matt Rhule checks in at 32nd, just behind Mike Elko, Brent Key and Dave Doeren Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

CBS Sports ranks Matt Rhule as the 32nd best coach in the Power 4, one spot better than Deion Sanders but behind the likes of some other not really big names…what kind of year would spring him into the Top 25? We've tried to figure out the best explanation for the Big Ten Baseball Tournament format but have not done well except for TV planning…is that the only defense for this format? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ari once again has enraged the state of Nebraska, this time with a column criticizing Nebraska coach Matt Rhule's stance on the College Football Playoff.(0:00-0:43) Intro(0:44-22:30) Ari and the Nebraska Cornhuskers(22:31-24:48) Watch us on YouTube, Wrapping up Nebraska(24:49-41:51) CFP to adopt Straight-Seeding model(41:52-43:09) BYU QB Jake Retzlaff accused of sexual assault(43:10-1:01:53) Dear Andy & Ari: Accumulating top talent in the NIL Era(1:01:54-1:05:34) The Confidence in Arch Manning at Texas(1:05:35-1:09:00) Revisiting Ari's take on Alabama and Georgia(1:09:01-1:12:42) Wisconsin to play Notre Dame in Lambeau Field in 2026(1:12:43-1:13:49) Conclusion After a joke Rhule made about a 40-team playoff in an interview with HuskerOnline began circulating Wednesday, Ari wrote a column critical of Rhule's previously stated stance that it wasn't worth playing difficult non-conference games in the current system. To put it more bluntly, Ari called that attitude “soft.” Rhule and pretty much everyone else in Nebraska took offense, and it culminated in a conversation between Rhule and Ari that hopefully cleared the air. In other news, Ross Dellenger of Yahoo! reports that conference commissioners are expected to approve straight seeding for the 2025 playoff in a conference call Thursday. BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff has been accused of sexual assault in a civil lawsuit. It's also a Dear Andy/Dear Ari show, and you sent some great questions… Is Georgia coach Kirby Smart's philosophy of ensuring the proven players on his team make more than unproven freshmen a sound one? Texas and Ohio State both lost a lot of drafted players. Is the confidence in Texas reloading based on confidence in Arch Manning?  Watch our show LIVE on YouTube, M-F at 9:30 am et! https://youtube.com/live/Lx6yt0Wg6Yo Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey Want to partner with the show? E-mail advertise@on3.com

Why does Matt Rhule point? Gary gets to the bottom of it.