Early Break – 93.7 The Ticket KNTK

-The busiest man in Lincoln returns with a full schedule of events…including things for gameday this weekend -Tonight…Oktoberfest at Kinkaider! Tomorrow—gameday in Lincoln…and save the date for Sept. 26 (Oktoberfest – Bierhaus) and Sept. 27 (Paul Rodriguez comedy – Howler Haus) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Bill has mentioned many times this offseason that he sees a great chance that Nebraska can go 9-3 this season…Sip and Jake haven’t been as optimistic as that…as we go through the schedule, what’s the official prediction for record this year for Nebraska? -And in terms of this actual game…this is NOT a gambling show---but the spread is Nebraska -23.5….would you touch that at all? Advertising Inqui...

-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) 417-5204 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-LSU (-10’) vs. Clemson Iowa (-31’) vs. Northern Illinois Oregon (-24’) vs. Boise State Nebraska (-23’) vs. Ohio -Thoughts on Lee’s picks and if he is off on any of them at all in our minds….and just an underwhelming schedule for Week 1 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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): Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-There are a FEW good games this week to kick off the full slate of action…where might we see some Field Stormings? -Check out the Smokehaus by Super Saver/Russ’ Market for all your Labor Day grilling….in Lincoln since 1984 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Last year, Nebraska played Thursday night of Week 1---a dramatic, 20-17 win over Cincinnati at Arrowhead Stadium in KC…did we get that kind of drama last night? Colorado/Georgia Tech…good game or not? -Also, B1G teams were in play last night with Minnesota and Illinois starting their seasons against non-conference foes…how did that look? -And, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen’s Bowling & Bi...

-No NFL until next week, but we do have 2 ranked teams playing lay-up games in college football….#25 Missouri (-54’) hosts Arkansas Pine-Bluff and # 21 Utah (-35’) vs. Idaho… Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It’s game week for Nebraska football and there’s not only construction going on with the roads in town…but also with the new downtown library coming right by The Ticket…what’s the update on construction? -In a world full of people reading off of Kindles and online, it’s nice to see a commitment to a new library…how important is it for people (kids AND adults) to still read actual books and not th...

-We’re 2 days from Nebraska/Ohio and Marty will be on the call for the Ohio Bobcats radio broadcast…did he think Anthony Colandrea would be at a school like Nebraska after the Bobcats held him to 10 points for UNLV in their bowl game? -How much has this Ohio team changed from last year’s 9-win campaign and what’s the overall optimism level? -Frank Solich is a legend in both Lincoln, Nebraska and A...

-We’re 2 days from Nebraska/Ohio and Marty will be on the call for the Ohio Bobcats radio broadcast…did he think Anthony Colandrea would be at a school like Nebraska after the Bobcats held him to 10 points for UNLV in their bowl game? -How much has this Ohio team changed from last year’s 9-win campaign and what’s the overall optimism level? -Frank Solich is a legend in both Lincoln, Nebraska and A...

-It for sure seemed as if Chang and Hawaii gave up to a certain extent with some life still left in them Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-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

-Interesting start to the year with Nebraska playing in Dallas, Las Vegas, and then….Brookings, S.D., vs. the Jackrabbits last night -Bill has coached all across this country his entire professional career…does he have any example of playing as a major program AT a smaller program and what he liked about it? Sip went to Fresno State for a football game once…would that be his answer? Advertising In...

-We could do the same thing for 5 wins or 7 wins but that seems like the threshold of all picks---where as 8 wins is seen by most as a successful and somewhat surprising season, and 4 wins would be disaster -So..as we enter the season vs. Ohio in 2 days….is there more quiet optimism or loud pessimism and 4 wins or less for the year? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

-Final thoughts on UCLA’s firing of Martin Jarmond and what’s next for the program…. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Media was invited at 2pm to take a field trip of sorts to Memorial Stadium and see construction progress, updates in North stadium, and the new concession items as well -Did Jake make it over there for the event? If not, what were the reports Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The depth chart is out for Nebraska football…which spots were you surprised by, if any, for Week 1? -What stood out yesterday from Dana Holgorsen and Rob Aurich’s appearance with the media? Anything from Matt Rhule on Monday? -UCLA fired AD Martin Jarmond on Monday, citing a ‘significant financial deficit that is unsustainable on its current path’…is there any chance fo of a domino effect in coll...

-We’re just days away from Aurich’s debut as Nebraska’s defensive coordinator as his unit tries to prevent any type of momentum for Ohio…did he offer any intel on the depth chart and what some might see as surprises on there? -It’s been an ongoing battle at the cornerback spot opposite of Andrew Marshall…should we expect to see more of a rotation through the game in that spot or does he plan on pl...

-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) 417-5204 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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): Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Things are looking up for UCLA with Bob Chesney at head coach, men’s basketball showing some improvement and great programs with women’s basketball, baseball and softball---so why did Martin Jarmond get fired on Monday as the school’s AD? -One answer: MONEY. In a letter to the UCLA community, chancellor Julio Frenk said UCLA athletics “carries a significant financial deficit, and its current path...

-Nebraska’s offensive coordinator has been high all offseason long on Anthony Colandrea and how he works well with the system he wants to call…was that the theme of the day again when looking forward to the Ohio game? -The depth chart lists 3 running backs with the ‘OR’ label…did Holgorsen give any insight into how that picture might look on Saturday? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...

-How many former Huskers survived cuts in the NFL? 10…including Nate Boerkircher and Emmett Johnson….just 10 former Huskers in the league Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-IPronto is taking the place of StarTran this Fall, and will offer roundtrip service from Columbus, Kearney, Grand Island, Norfolk, and Omaha -They’ll also service Lincoln---with inbound options to the stadium from various parts of town for $10, and roundtrip options either $25 or $30… Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy