Best Shut Up And Sip Podcasts (2025)

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The Spillover w/ Raff & AD (sponsored by Raising Cane’s) 7:16

4h ago7:16

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-Preview of tonight’s B1G games and reminder of what games are on tap in the State HS Girls Tournament on The Ticket. Show sponsored by NEBCO Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Nebraska basketball players don’t find themselves on All-Conference first teams very often, and there’s a strong chance that happens this year with no NCAA Tournament to show 11:30

4h ago11:30

11:30

-Brice Williams is almost certain to be an All-B1G first team player, which hasn’t happened since 2018 when James Palmer made the Coaches’ list but not media---the last to make both was Terran Petteway in 2014, an NCAA Tournament year for Nebraska -Williams is likely to be on both the media and coaches’ first team list…how can they have blown this …

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What does GM's role look like in college football and will they speak often to media? 8:51

4h ago8:51

8:51

-The new evolution of GM's in college football brings many things into play---can assistant coaches recruit freely or is it to the GM to evaluate talent? -What happens if the team does poorly? Is that on the GM or the head coach? Show sponsored by NEBCO Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redci…

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Mike Schaefer: Part 2 / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe) 24:27

3h ago24:27

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-We heard from 3 new Husker assistant coaches on Tuesday, and there are plenty of questions about the D-line ahead of this year…just how tough of a job does Terry Bradden have in 2025? -Husker Baseball’s disappointing 4-6 start won’t be helped by the loss of ace pitcher Mason McConnaughey due to an arm injury—the preseason All-American will miss th…

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Mike Schaefer (Nebraska 247 Sports): Part 1 (hour sponsored by Ben Spirk / Farm Bureau NE) 19:08

3h ago19:08

19:08

-What looked like an NCAA Tournament year for Nebrasketball is now heading toward an NIT year barring a run in the B1G Tournament---if they make it. How badly has this team blown the year that Brice Williams is having? -Jett Thomalla is getting Power 5 interest as the No. 1 player in Nebraska, but he won’t be coming to UNL because of the commitment…

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Rick Hamann’s (of Sartor Hamann Jewelers) Song of the Day 11:51

2h ago11:51

11:51

-What’s next on Rick’s list of songs? Will Sip and Bill get trivia questions right? Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy BDP Communications

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There were 3 B1G games last night…did we see more drama like Tuesday night in the conference? 10:03

1h ago10:03

10:03

-Tuesday’s games featured Nebraska losing in 2OT at Ohio State and Oregon holding off Indiana at home… -Last night, it was Maryland/Michigan; Wisconsin/Minnesota; and Washington/USC…any more progress on the Bottom 3? Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcirc…

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ESPN ranks Nebraska’s 2025 schedule as 35th most-difficult in the country, which isn’t bad…who has the toughest schedules this year? 35:18

3h ago35:18

35:18

-We know Bill loves schedule talk—and with ESPN releasing their list of toughest schedules yesterday, what better time to discuss? -Oklahoma has their toughest schedule—just what Brent Venables needs in a must-win season---and behind them are Florida, Arkansas, Wisconsin and Vanderbilt. 35th doesn’t seem too bad if you’re a Husker fan… Show sponsor…

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The Spillover w/ Raff & AD (sponsored by Raising Cane’s) 3:31

1d ago3:31

3:31

-Is the storm over? Are we snowed in? Power up and going still? Update on wind damage…? Show sponsored by NEBCO Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy BDP Communications

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NFL RBs can thank Saquon Barkley for potentially making their position paid well again 8:02

1d ago8:02

8:02

-Yesterday, the Eagles awarded Barkley for his incredible 2,000 yard season with a 2-year extension worth $41.2 million (roughly $20.6million per year)---and all but $5 million is guaranteed -Christian McCaffrey Show sponsored by NEBCO Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pr…

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Sean Callahan (Husker Online) 16:53

1d ago16:53

16:53

-Mike Ekeler, Terry Bradden and Addison Williams met with media yesterday…could you sense the excitement from Ekeler in coming back to his home state? -Millard South QB Jett Thomalla is the top rated in-state player with Power 5 interest, but it won’t be from Nebraska…should fans be OK with not pursuing him? -Nebrasketball’s postseason outlook is i…

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We heard from Mike Ekeler earlier in the show…what did Terry Bradden and Addison Williams have to offer? / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe) 18:26

1d ago18:26

18:26

-Bradden, Nebraska’s D-line coach, said his connection to Nebraska started through David Merritt—the father of Dawson Merritt -Williams is fond of Nebraska’s secondary speed and a few players in general…what was Sip’s takeaway? Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANK Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://…

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Bracketology keeps giving Nebrasketball fans a reason to stay checked in regarding this team…where do we stand mentally with one regular season game to go? 15:57

1d ago15:57

15:57

-Before last night’s game, Nebraska was STILL seen by many as an NCAA Tournament team---Joe Lunardi had them as an 11-seed as did Field of 68; Andy Katz had them as a 12-seed…so, in the tournament but Last Four In -The outcome of the game was not known before this rundown was made, but are we ready for this season to be over or optimistic now that …

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MAILBAGGGGG (sponsored by Applied Connective Technologies) 15:35

1d ago15:35

15:35

-As always, email your questions for Sip, Jake & Bill to [email protected] or tweet them -Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "Ridin' The Storm Out" - REO Speedwagon (1973) Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands…

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Mike Ekeler spoke with media yesterday…was he the energetic person that we all remember him being? 12:47

1d ago12:47

12:47

-We’ll get into more from Terry Bradden and Addison Williams later and focus on Ekeler now, who is back as Nebraska’s special teams coordinator coming from Tennessee -Ekeler said coming back here “brings tears to his eyes,” and his motto for special teams is “ABT for ABM…All About Technique for All About Money,” saying the more you can do as a play…

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It was a Battle of the Bubble Teams last night in Columbus…did Nebraska’s NCAA Tournament chances strengthen or weaken? 36:19

1d ago36:19

36:19

-Nebraska and Ohio State had the late night game on Peacock, an 8pm tip….the same time as Indiana/Oregon -Both teams needed a win to stay on the right side of the bubble…did Nebraska look like a desperate team? Were the first half scoring woes resolved or was it more of the same? Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: ht…

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Bill Belichick is officially nowhere near the person we thought he was---he’s inviting ‘Hard Knocks’ to come to North Carolina / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe) 19:44

2d ago19:44

19:44

-The man we all viewed as a curmudgeon for years has had a change of lifestyle---now a college coach, dating someone barely out of college, and embracing public interviews—and now it might be on even bigger display -North Carolina is apparently set to become the first college team to be featured on HBO’s “Hard Knocks,” the show that has followed NF…

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What team in the B1G can go the furthest in the NCAA Tournament? 20:59

2d ago20:59

20:59

-Maryland has looked scary for a while now, as has Wisconsin---yet it’s Michigan State who leads the conference standings -The guys all agree that it’s hard to see Michigan making a run with their offensive issues…but what about Purdue? And what if Indiana gets in the Dance? Could UCLA make a push or is their offense too unreliable? Show sponsored …

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Comparing Stats between Keisei Tominaga and Conner Essegian 11:33

2d ago11:33

11:33

-The Crew takes a look at Essegians stats this season compared to Tominagas stats from last season, is Essegian on track with less attempts to pass Tominaga in three pointers this season -Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "Rock You Like a Hurricane" - Scorpions (1984) Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Che…

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Remember the odds we brought up yesterday for the CFP national championship? There’s pretty much zero love for the Big 12 11:42

2d ago11:42

11:42

-The first Big 12 team to show up on Circa Sports’ odds list to win the title next year was Arizona State at 100-1 odds…the same as Nebraska and Indiana -Iowa State and Kansas State were next in the B1G at 150-1; then Texas Tech at 175-1; and Baylor at 200-1. Not much respect… Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https…

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Nebrasketball’s season pretty much depends on a win tonight at Ohio State…what faith does the fanbase have in that happening? 32:41

2d ago32:41

32:41

-Fred Hoiberg said yesterday that this past week was one of the toughest weeks of his professional career and he’s “looking for the five that will go compete” as Nebraska heads to Ohio State to face the Buckeyes in the ultimate Bubble game -Both teams have been scuffling for a few weeks and both find themselves in dangerous positions when it comes …

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The Spillover w/ Raff & AD (sponsored by Raising Cane’s) 6:21

3d ago6:21

6:21

-Remember all that buzz for Husker baseball being ranked preseason? Well, they’re 4-6 through 10 games. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy BDP Communications

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Mozzarella Monday (sponsored by Valentino’s) 8:55

3d ago8:55

8:55

-NEW SEGMENT—we let the Breakers tell us what was the BEST of the weekend---sports, life, etc. -Best text answer wins at $25 gift card to Valentino’s…no case of the Mondays here! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Husker fans don’t want to hear the word ‘reset’ as Matt Rhule enters his 3rd season…so what is it? 19:52

3d ago19:52

19:52

-Sip wrote this weekend for Husker Online that there are many new pieces on Nebraska’s staff and roster, but the ‘reset’ word is not something that fans really want to hear about after years of patience -So how do you get everyone on the same page in one offseason and get ready to roll next year? Years like what Curt Cignetti had at Indiana this ye…

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Could Dane Key be the B1G’s most impactful transfer in 2025? One CBS Sports writer thinks so / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe) 19:09

3d ago19:09

19:09

-CBS Sports did a college football ‘Buy or Sell’ article yesterday and one question posed was Oregon’s Isaiah World being the B1G’s most impactful transfer -One of the writers (Shehan Jeyarajah) said he would ‘sell’ that and said that Dane Key put up 715 yards in a ‘miserable’ Kentucky offense and could blow up with Dylan Raiola…is that over the to…

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Fred Hoiberg wasn’t listed on a Hot Seat watch for college basketball in an early look this weekend…how closely is Troy Dannen watching the end of this season, though? 18:17

3d ago18:17

18:17

-Somehow, Nebraska is still getting mentions in Bracketology---Joe Lunardi still had them yesterday after the Minnesota game as “Last Four In”—but it’s a very weak bubble this year (also, side note---this is a great reason to NOT expand the tournament) -Nebraska is not safe yet from missing the B1G Tournament—they likely will make it, but if they l…

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Every game is televised nowadays in sports---but one big SEC game had huge technical difficulties on Saturday that took it off the airwaves for good 14:11

3d ago14:11

14:11

-Kentucky and Auburn were playing on ABC on Saturday afternoon, when the broadcast went off the air with 12:25 left in the ball game due to a generator at Rupp Arena catching fire---and they never got the video back on for the rest of the game. Auburn won, 94-78, so it wasn’t a big dramatic moment being missed…but what if it had been? -Also, SONG O…

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The NFL Combine was kind to Ty Robinson, Thomas Fidone and Isaiah Neyor…how much can Pro Day help them? 9:55

3d ago9:55

9:55

-Robinson finished in the Top 4 of all 7 categories for D-linemen; Fidone was in the top 3 of 4 categories and also was 4th in the 40-yard dash; and Neyor had a good day, including an 11 foot, 1 inch broad jump which was 2nd among WRs -Is there any reason for those players to not participate in Pro Day? It was a great week for Ty…can he improve his…

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March Madness looks further and further away each day for Nebrasketball, who suffered a devastating 67-65 home loss on Saturday to Minnesota 36:42

3d ago36:42

36:42

-The season is off the rails again in the never-ending roller coaster, as Nebraska fell behind by as many as 19 points at home to the Gophers, before fighting back to take the lead on a few separate occasions—but falling on a late 3-pointer to end the game -Nebraska is now 7-11 in conference play and has home losses to Minnesota, Rutgers and USC---…

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The Spillover w/ Raff & AD (sponsored by Raising Cane’s) 5:28

6d ago5:28

5:28

-One last look at the weekend ahead for sports and games to watch in hoops… Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy BDP Communications

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Could Dane Key be the B1G’s most impactful transfer in 2025? One CBS Sports writer thinks so 10:38

6d ago10:38

10:38

-CBS Sports did a college football ‘Buy or Sell’ article yesterday and one question posed was Oregon’s Isaiah World being the B1G’s most impactful transfer -One of the writers (Shehan Jeyarajah) said he would ‘sell’ that and said that Dane Key put up 715 yards in a ‘miserable’ Kentucky offense and could blow up with Dylan Raiola…is that over the to…

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Is ‘culture’ overrated or underrated in sports? The NFLPA approval ratings bring questions… 18:01

6d ago18:01

18:01

-The NFLPA released their team report cards from 2024, with 1,695 players from 32 teams getting surveyed -The Miami Dolphins finished 1st with an A+, followed by the Vikings just behind, followed by the Falcons, Raiders and Chargers. Just 2 of those teams made the playoffs this past year -The Cardinals finished last, just ahead of the Steelers, Jet…

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Nebrasketball hosts Minnesota tomorrow in a game we can all say is “must win”…how are the nerves of the fanbase? 20:12

6d ago20:12

20:12

-Minnesota had a really bad start to conference play but now is respectable as they hope to avoid missing the B1G Tournament…but they don’t have the NCAA Tournament aspirations that Nebraska does -Nebraska scored just 46 points their last time out at PBA, a 49-46 loss to Michigan on Monday… Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANK Our Sponsors: * Check out H…

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Bill’s Thrills (sponsored by MidPlains Advisors) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe) 21:52

6d ago21:52

21:52

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

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Aging Gracefully (sponsored by Tredz Central Tire Pros) 9:28

6d ago9:28

9:28

-Sip has helped us for years learn how to properly age gracefully…or discuss ways not to…what about today? -Visit Tredz Central Tire Pros just south of Cortland on Highway 77 for any and all tire needs Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands P…

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Derek Bombeck (Visit Lincoln) 12:15

6d ago12:15

12:15

-NSAA State Championships, NIRSA Regional Championships, Puppy Yoga, UNL Baseball/Softball -Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): "Hollywood Nights" - Bob Seger & the Silver Bullets (1978) Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co…

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How are the Huskers doing at the NFL Combine 35:36

6d ago35:36

35:36

-Ty Robinson makes his mark at the NFL Combine -Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen’s Bowling & Billiards): where are people listening from today? Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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The Spillover w/ Raff & AD (sponsored by Raising Cane’s) 5:15

7d ago5:15

5:15

-B1G hoops tonight features one game….on PEACOCK! Rutgers at Michigan (8pm)… Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy BDP Communications

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Aaron Rodgers or Matthew Stafford? That’s a decision the LA Rams might have to make 10:01

7d ago10:01

10:01

-The NY Daily News reports that the 41-year-old Rodgers would like to play with the Rams and bring Davante Adams with….as the Rams currently make a decision on 37-year-old QB Matthew Stafford -Stafford delivered a Super Bowl in the 2021 season to the Rams, and won a playoff game this year and nearly beat the Eagles on the road in the Divisional Rou…

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Did Maryland back up Sip and Bill’s claim last night as the B1G team with the best chance to go deep in the NCAA Tournament? 14:50

7d ago14:50

14:50

-Jake was frustrated when Maryland beat Nebraska in February in Lincoln and may have made a mistake when he said they’ll be one and done in the Dance -Maryland hosted Michigan State last night…did they get another big win as they continue to go up the rankings? Also, Penn State/Indiana and Ohio State/USC… Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANK Our Sponsors…

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Nebraska Hires new GM Pat Stewart 9:44

7d ago9:44

9:44

-Nebraska to hire Patriots executive Pat Stewart as general manager -Nebraska’s current GM, Sean Padden, is moving into a new role. He will be the assistant athletics director for strategic initiatives and will work closely with the salary cap and contract negotiations. Show sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBAL Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims…

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Another state is proposing that NIL earnings be exempt from state income tax…are states trying to say that college athletes are above the rest of society? 24:21

7d ago24:21

24:21

-Illinois, Alabama and Georgia have bills in place to make NIL income exempt from state income tax---which is incredible for athletes but also could piss a lot of people off who work hard for their money -Louisiana wants to put a bill in place for their state as well, with the bill’s sponsor---Rep. Dixon McMakin---saying, “We’re not gonna let them …

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Bill’s Thrills (sponsored by MidPlains Advisors) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe) 20:25

7d ago20:25

20:25

-It’s a Cool Parenting Tip Thursday…what does Bill have for us today? -Contact Dirk, Scot & Ty at MidPlains Advisors to plan your financial futures today---(402) 730-7387 Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANK Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle…

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A trio of Husker assistant football coaches met with media yesterday ahead of Spring football…what did we learn? 37:35

7d ago37:35

37:35

-Sip was at the media session of Phil Snow, Phil Simpson and Daikiel Shorts yesterday as they gave an update on the offseason and how things are going…which of the 3 impressed him most? -Snow said that defensively the team will try to get “more dynamic” on 3rd down defense this year and stick with what Tony White did on 1st and 3rd downs…what did S…

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The Spillover w/ Raff & AD (sponsored by Raising Cane’s) 6:10

8d ago6:10

6:10

-Review of last night’s B1G games and look ahead to tonight’s games…Bubble Watch Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy BDP Communications

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Meg Kahn (B1G VP of Women’s Basketball) 13:18

8d ago13:18

13:18

-The B1G women’s basketball tournament is next week in Indianapolis…how would you assess the league this year in the first year without Caitlin Clark? What kind of ticket sales do you expect? -Speaking of Caitlin Clark, she isn’t at Iowa anymore but does play in Indiana…do you expect her to be around and in attendance? What did she mean to the B1G …

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Sean Callahan (Husker Online) 17:16

8d ago17:16

17:16

-We learned Friday that Nebraska was pulling out of the Tennessee series for 2026-27…how long was that in the works for and is the reasoning acceptable for those who were looking forward to those games? -Troy Dannen also offered up some potential ideas for Spring Game weekend without a traditional Spring Game…would that bring the people to the city…

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Bill’s Thrills (sponsored by MidPlains Advisors) / Shut Up Sipple (sponsored by Bagels & Joe) 20:20

8d ago20:20

20:20

-It’s a Wild Card Wednesday…what’s on Bill’s mind today? -Contact Dirk, Scot & Ty at MidPlains Advisors to plan your financial future today—(402) 730-7387 Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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The fall of Kansas basketball is further proof that you can’t take things for granted in sports anymore 17:54

8d ago17:54

17:54

-This sports year has been interesting with seeing Alabama football go from the kings to missing out on a 12 team playoff; and now seeing preseason No. 1 Kansas be unranked for the first time since 2021 (and prior to that it had been 250+ weeks of them being in the poll) -Nebraska football being ranked used to be one of those things taken for grant…

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