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-We’ve discussed this a lot recently, but it was a comment from B1G Media Days, too, where comments were made about ADs view the importance of who a possible coach could bring with them as a main reason for them being considered to be hired -This is where we look at the concept of Matt Rhule, who came in without any players with him…is his type of hire already a thing of the past? Advertising Inqu...

-Cignetti said the B1G doesn’t run the “hype machine” that others---the SEC—run, and also said the Big Ten is the best conference in college football…which he definitely should say -Cigs also said Iowa was the most underrated football team in the country last year, and that he’s sick of vacation and ready to go boss some people around Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & O...

-Every team in football wants to be good on both sides of the ball in the red zone, but Nebraska has struggled with it for quite some time---and it is just one reason for their continued mediocrity -Rhule mentioned that red zone defense is Rob Aurich’s top priority---ahead of stopping the run this Fall—so what can be done on that side of the ball? And how can a team improve offensively without a R...

-It’s a Football Facts Monday…what does Bill have for us today? -Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-There’s lots of questions regarding Nebraska’s RB battle without Emmett Johnson in the picture---it’s down to Mekhi Nelson, Tikey Hayes, Jamal Rule and Isaiah Mozee -Will we ever feel truly good about that position during camp and into the season? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-You’ve made it, football fans—the next month will be full of updates from Fall camp as we lead into Nebraska’s first game vs. Ohio on September 5 th -Troy Dannen said at Media Days that this is Nebraska’s best roster in quite some time, to which Matt Rhule agreed. Rhule also noted Nebraska is the third-most experienced team in FBS, and said the team he inherited wasn’t strong…but it should be in...

-Final thoughts on Media Days and our favorite moments of what we heard and saw… Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We are less than a week away from the Pinnacle Bank Championships in Omaha…what do the spectators need to know? -Are there any ticket options for giveaways for Breakers to attend the event? Will Jeff be on the scene? What about Doug Ganz? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It's no question that the B1G has the best teams at the top of its conference, but does that truly define who the better league is? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It’s a Freaky Friday…what’s on Bill’s mind today? More with Luke Gifford… -If you’re seeking out someone to trust for any type of remodel in your home, call Randy at Deinert Contracting--(402) 417-5204 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Rhule said that Holgorsen did an "admirable" job in 2025 despite the circumstances Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Recap all the July events; 2026 Lancaster County Super Fair; YMCA Railyard Rims; and Budweiser Clydesdales… -Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers): Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We delve more into what Matt Rhule had to say at the side podium Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Rhule led things off for the podium session in late morning, saying Nebraska’s goals are still to make the playoff and get past the 7-6 type of season…he was also high on the QB room with 3 players who all started games last year at the D1 level -Rhule said he wants to earn back the respect of the local and national media…which is a good place to start -Also, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen’s Bowl...

-Final thoughts on today’s final day of B1G Media Days and anything that’s popped up from Chicago since yesterday… Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The man who walks on water---OK, let’s not go THAT far---will be in the building this morning to wrap up the podium sessions, as he looks to defend Indiana’s national title this upcoming season -What will Jake do? Can Sip keep him in check? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Cigs? Rhule? Who is most intriguing Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It’s a Cool Parenting Tips Thursday….what’s on Bill’s mind today? -Contact RANDY at Deinert Contracting for any house remodel projects---call/text him at (402) 417-5204 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Nebraska has not really been part of the conversation at all so far at Media Days, and they probably won’t be when all is said and done with who is here on the scene today -We haven’t heard from Rhule in quite some time, dating back to the Spring Game in mid-March…what updates are we hoping to hear? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/priva...

-What’s next on Rick’s list of songs? Let’s tune in to find out… Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-WLWT5 in Cincinnati caught footage of a scrum of Bengals players, showing Ja’Marr Chase and CB Jalen Davis going facemask to facemask, eventually ending in Chase ripping off DJ Turner II’s helmet -Football is back….is the first week of camp the time of the most fights? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Yesterday, we heard from Oregon, Ohio State, Michigan State, Purdue, Minnesota, and UCLA…PJ Fleck led things off with the podium with a 13 minute opening statement including quotes from…JFK? -Dan Lanning said last year’s team had a lot of talent, but this year’s team has a lot of experience…what did Ryan Day have to say? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https...

-Final thoughts on Day 2 ahead of Media Days and Sip’s travels to Chicago… Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What was supposed to be an issue for Spring 2027 will now be scheduled following the 2028-29 season…it appears that fan anger has been heard -A letter that went out to season ticket holders said that it would be put on the backburner after the conclusion of the Big Red Rebuild.. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Sean joins us via Streamyard! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy