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-Final thoughts on the Jon Rothstein Happy Hour tonight AND big crowd likely for Nebraska/Creighton volleyball at PBA…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We are just under a month away from the 30 th Annual Huskers Helping the Homeless event, from October 1 st – 10 th ….for those who don’t knowmuch about it, how did it get started and how much has it grown to this in its 30 th year?-This will all culminate with an event here at the station on October 10 th , prior to the Indiana football game…how can people get involved inhelping and to what lengths? What about those who aren’t in the area and are listening from afar?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Anthony Colandrea is the B1G Offensive Player of the Week for his performance vs. Bowling Green…what’s impressed you most so far abouthim this season?-We’ve seen some Top 10 FCS teams already notch wins vs. the FBS this year (Tarleton State, Montana State)…are you concerned about NorthDakota possibly pushing Nebraska this Saturday?-Last week was eye-opening in the B1G with losses by Ohio State and Oregon…are we looking at a weird year for the league or a down year?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising 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 Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It was a much better showing from Nebraska’s defense in Week 2, with no big plays surrendered (like the very first play of the season vs.Ohio)…was that players knowing their assignments better or a worse Bowling Green offense?-North Dakota brings in a good passing QB and a solid offensive line, even though it’s FCS-level…what’s the challenge ahead like this Saturday?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-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):Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Tonight, from 5-6pm, college basketball insider Jon Rothstein pays up on his promise from last year that if Nebraska were to win its first NCAATournament game, he’d pay for an hour of drinks in Lincoln---that’s tonight from 5-6pm at Gate 25 ahead of the 6pm Nebraska/Creightonvolleyball match…..Important to know---anyone wearing blue is not able to go to the Happy Hour-Also, Rothstein said on his most recent podcast that Nebrasketball’s Pryce Sandfort should be a preseason All-American….Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Holgorsen addressed media on Tuesday and discussed the improved efficiency of Anthony Colandrea last week, which led him to being theB1G Offensive Player of the Week…and also hit more on the red zone success (so far) and the running game in general…-What did he have to say about Nebraska’s offensive line and also a lookahead to North Dakota…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on last night’s Broncos/Chiefs game and reminder of event tonight at The Ticket with Bergen Reilly and Andi JacksonOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-In a world where Tarleton State and Montana State have wins for the FCS against FBS teams---it’s still a really tough thing for FCSteams to be competitive vs. the bigger schools, as seen by Southern’s 77-6 loss to Houston on Saturday-Faulk said his team never really had a chance and was more of a preseason crash-test dummy for Houston…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It’s time for another edition of our power rankings and there could be some extreme movement from last week’s rankings…who ismoving up and who is moving down?-Nebraska hasn’t played a tough team yet and that will benefit them in their placement in the rankings…but is it real??Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The Chicago Bears scored HOW MANY POINTS?! And, good to know the Browns are still the Browns…but what was THAT, Chargers?-No tailgate or party is complete without Fuehrer’s Cheepsred, since 1960---available in most local grocersOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Rhule mentioned yesterday that he’s pleased with the team being 8-for-8 in red zone TD conversions, and credited the staff having “aton of time” before Fall camp to explore ways to improve the red-zone offense-He mentions that improved execution overall in the red-zone has been invaluable…is it real yet or is it just weaker opponents?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising 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 Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Florida plays at Auburn this weekend---the same school his wife attended—and he was asked by media if any of his extended familyare rooting against him and Florida this weekend. Sumrall was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama…-He delivered a great quote saying, “Florida pays my mortgage” and that any family rooting against him “ain’t my family”. SEC! SEC!SEC!Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Rhule was very complimentary of North Dakota, saying their offensive line is “one of the best and well-coached” lines that he’sseen…regardless of level of play…and that Nebraska needs to get a better pass rush and it would be a good challenge in doing so thisweekend-He also said North Dakota QB Jerry Kamisky can really “sling it” and that he’d look to have success through the air vs. Nebraska…whatdid Rhule have to say about his own team?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Thoughts on Chiefs/Broncos tonight on Monday Night Football and reminder for event here at station tomorrow night…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-As we mentioned earlier, Texas looked dead when down 23-3 in the 3 rd quarter before things changed and they came back and won..-The rest of the Top 10: Georgia, Notre Dame, Indiana, Miami (FL), Ohio State, LSU, Ole Miss, Texas A&M, and AlabamaOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-The NFL legend saw his Bowling Green team fall behind 35-0 at half and lose, 56-7, and said in postgame that he’s curious how manywins Nebraska will get this year because they are going to be a “tough out,” and he wouldn’t count them out from making noise thisyear-He referred to Nebraska’s running back room as a “3-headed monster” and says with that and Colandrea that the offense is dynamicOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Week 2 provided great drama in college football…which ones have we not talked about that have you scratching your head?-For window shades, blinds and shutters---there’s one stop---Vision Window Décor---call Nick today at (402) 421-9366Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Ohio State blew a 23-3 lead and lost to Texas, 24-23; we mentioned earlier that Oregon lost to Oklahoma State; and Illinois fell toDuke, 31-27. On a GOOD note---Michigan showed life and beat Oklahoma, 17-10; and Iowa did beat Iowa State, 16-13, but struggledmore than they were ‘supposed’ to in the game….-Add on the fact that Minnesota was bludgeoned at home by Mississippi State and it adds up to an odd start for the league….a sign ofthings to come or just a rough start? Does this all give Nebraska fans more hope?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It’s a Football Facts Monday…what does Bill have for us today?-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Last year, Oklahoma State went to Oregon and lost 69-3…and that was the score at the end of the 3 rd quarter in that game in the lastgo-round of Mike Gundy-This year---Oklahoma State, fresh off a 14-point loss at Tulsa (!) last week—jumped out to a 24-7 lead and ended up winning, 39-31,over the Ducks….nothing looks right for Oregon, and their defense looks especially lost through 2 weeks…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Anthony Colandrea was charged with an INT on Nebraska’s opening drive that really wasn’t his fault at all---and responded after thatwith 4 passing TDs, and a long rushing TD that was called back by a holding call---his stat line: 20/24, 222 yds, 4 TDs, 1 INT; 4 carries, 33yards-Nebraska led 35-0 at halftime and never struggled vs. a clearly outmatched Bowling Green team….not much to really complain aboutfrom that game, is there? Anything learned?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Nebraska/Bowling Green tomorrow…and other games to watch this weekend…plus, NFL SUNDAY!!!Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We saw a surprise Field Storming last week when Michigan had a Hail Mary to beat Western Michigan…which can we expect thisweek?-Check out the Smokehaus by Super Saver/Russ’ Market for all your Labor Day grilling….in Lincoln since 1984Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Bowling Green comes to town after a 20-13 loss at home to FCS No. 5 Tarleton State, a game they trailed 17-0 in…was that a completestunner to you or are expectations low this season for the Falcons?-The MAC had a pretty impressive performance in Week 1…how much does that mean to you as someone who broadcasts for a schoolin that league in an era where good players are getting poached to go to bigger schools?-What players on Bowling Green could cause Nebraska problems? Can the Falcons contain a mobile QB like Anthony Colandrea?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising 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 Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Texas (1’) vs. Ohio State Mississippi State (-1’) vs. Minnesota Oklahoma (-5’) vs. Michigan-Iowa (-14) vs. Iowa State Nebraska (-28’) vs. Bowling Green Chiefs (-2’) vs. BroncosOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-SCCA Solo Nationals, Lincoln Stars hockey, 45 th All Makes Auto and Truck Show, and Jon Rothstein Happy Hour-Also, SONG OF THE DAY (sponsored by Sartor Hamann Jewelers):Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising 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…-Visit Ron and the team at Tredz just south of Cortland on Highway 77 and now on West O Street, as wellOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Last week, Nebraska was up 14-13 on Ohio at halftime before pulling away to a 49-21 win…thanks to a big 4 th quarter....-Bowling Green lost to Tarleton State, 20-13, and is a 28.5 point underdog with Eddie George in town….does this need to be in hand byhalftime? Also….quick thoughts on last night’s 49ers/Rams game in Australia…-And, ROLL CALL (sponsored by Madsen’s Bowling & Billiards): where are Breakers listening from today?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on last night’s NFL game and looking ahead to tonight’s Rams/49ers game in Australia…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-NCAA national coordinator of officials Ron Snodgrass sent out a memo that ensures that the clock embedded into the broadcast feedis the only clock referred to when establishing time remaining for any plays or moments-This would have allowed Western Michigan to leave Ann Arbor with a win—which they’re still trying to obtain—but likely not to beOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-USC is the only team to have played 2 games so far…otherwise everyone has played one game with only Wisconsin and Rutgers havinglosses so far…let’s get to the rankings-Oregon beat Boise State but it was not the most impressive showing….where do they fall, if any, after week 1? And what do we dowith Michigan?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising 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?-Contact RANDY at Deinert Contracting for any house remodel projects---call/text him at (402) 417-5204Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Michigan head coach, Kyle Whittingham made some comments the other day about quarterback, Bryce Underwood's, job security as QB1, and Underwood responded. Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-What’s next on Rick’s list of songs? Let’s tune in to find out…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Tonight---on NetFlix, not Amazon Prime or any normal networks---it’s Rams/49ers in Australia, where it will actually be a Fridaymorning game time (10:35am in Australia)-The 49ers have been in Australia for 8 days, with an arrival of September 2 nd ---while the Rams left late Tuesday night on a 15-hourflight that will have them land in Australia on Thursday morning local time---around 27 hours from kickoff and a “lost day” due totravel…how will that picture look for the Rams tonight?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-It was Patriots/Seahawks last night to start the NFL season---the last 2 teams to play last season are the first ones to play this year---and a raucous crowd was on the scene…did the game deliver drama or not?-How was a Wednesday night start date greeted by the nation? Will Sip and Bill watch more NFL action this year?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

NFL Football is here! - Raff's Good Take on Sports - September 9th, 2026Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on Seahawks/Patriots tonight to kick off the NFL season in Seattle…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Although Michigan won, we expected to see them drop in the polls for the miracle win vs. Western Michigan…did they drop ahead of thisweekend’s game vs. Oklahoma?-How many B1G teams find themselves ranked ahead of Week 2?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-A close game at halftime turned into a 28-point win for Nebraska on Saturday…..what did the first glimpse of Anthony Colandrea as theHuskers’ QB look like to you?-Jamal Rule scored 3 TDs in his college debut as a running back and won B1G Freshman of the Week accolades…does he look like the starting RBto you?-Nebraska’s defense had a rough first half but a much better 2 nd half…did you come away from that game more concerned about that group ornot?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising 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 Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-More importantly---what did he say about the opening play of the game from Saturday which went for 68 yards? What happened and was itcorrected?-A big question from fans this year is about Nebraska’s ability to stop the run…did Aurich assess his thoughts on that yesterday following theirfirst game?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-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):7:00 – Rob Aurich also spoke with media yesterday before practice….what was his assessment of his defense after a 49-21 win over Ohio?-More importantly---what did he say about the opening play of the game from Saturday which went for 68 yards? What happened and was itcorrected?-A big question from fans this year is about Nebraska’s ability to stop the run…did Aurich assess his thoughts on that yesterday following theirfirst game?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Usually, the season starts on a Thursday—but since nothing can be normal, it’s now on a Wednesday this year as the Seahawks host thePatriots to kick off the season….7:20pm on NBC-Don’t worry, though—there is also NFL action tomorrow with Rams/49ers in Australia….a 7:35pm kickoff on NetFlixOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Holgorsen addressed media on Tuesday and discussed Colandrea's debut, the running back picture after game 1, and assessment of thereceiving corps from the win over Ohio-Holgorsen also had thoughts on the offensive line’s performance and what he expects from that going forward…Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-Final thoughts on the week that was in college football and a reminder---NFL returns tomorrow nightOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy