Texas Tech is set to pay multiple millions for an offensive tackle. The storyline out of Lubbock is nothing new, but the dollar figures continue to rise. What’s the impact for Matt Rhule and Nebraska, a program that thinks similarly to the Red Raiders but likely isn’t jumping to get into a bidding war with the bank rollers from Tech?

Speaking of the Red Raiders, they’re on stage Tuesday at Big 12 media days, along with coaches and players from schools that include UCF and Cincinnati. Will Scott Frost be back in our conversations later on Tuesday? What should Frost even be asked at this point about his coaching journey over the past few years?

And we’re moving forward with our countdown to Big Ten media days, listing Nebraska players that intrigue us. We’ve even got a name for this segment. Tune in to hear it.

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We’re back after the holiday weekend to begin the countdown to Big Ten media days for Matt Rhule Nebraska football – and ultimately to the start of preseason camp, which is just three weeks away. First up on this Monday, we’re talking about a ridiculous aggregation by one media outlet last week of another media outlet’s summer outlook for the Huskers.

Connor and Mitch review their Fourth of July events. And we begin a countdown – call it whatever you want – of intriguing Huskers ahead of the 2025 season. To lead off our list, we’re looking at the defensive line. What is the expectation for one big defender who introduced himself to Husker Nation with a play that changed the momentum of Rhule’s first season in Lincoln?

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A very busy Friday mailbag show for you on the Fourth of July. Listeners and viewers are chiming in from all over this great country, asking questions about Iowa, Matt Rhule’s leash, Kansas City barbeque, Memorial Stadium seating and the potential for conflict between football programs and their apparel providers because of NIL.

Connor and Mitch are here to provide answers. Join us and have a happy and safe holiday.

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Big Ten football power rankings spark heated debate. Is Penn State truly the top dog, or will Ohio State reclaim their throne?

Spencer McLaughlin and his all-star panel dissect the conference's hierarchy, with USC's placement igniting fierce discussion. Mark Culkin makes a bold case for the Trojans' ascent, while others question their readiness. The crew also analyzes Washington's potential dark horse status and Indiana's win total prediction for the upcoming season.

Key topics include defensive improvements, quarterback performances, and the impact of challenging schedules on team success. Jacob Goins and Craig Sheeman offer optimistic outlooks for the Hoosiers, but can Indiana really hit 9 wins against a tough slate?

Tune in for expert insights on your favorite Big Ten teams and players as the season approaches. Will your team rise or fall in the rankings?

On this Thursday before the Fourth of July, we’re here to do something rare. Connor and Mitch praise the NCAA for how it has handled a roster overflow at the start of the revenue-sharing era. No later than Sunday, every football program with more than 105 players on its roster must submit a list of designated student-athletes to the NCAA.

The players assigned a DSA label won’t count toward the roster limit, no matter where they play. All of this could have created a minor mess in the middle of summer. But it won’t. Because of a decision made by a committee within the much-maligned collegiate governing body. How does it work, and why does it matter for Matt Rhule and the Huskers? We explain.

Also, is Omaha North DB Darion Jones set to disappoint Nebraska fans? We discuss the state of in-state recruiting. We have a Red Panda update. And we assess the remaining needs for Nebraska in the 2026 recruiting class.

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We’re back on this Monday to review and preview the major momentum that Nebraska football and Matt Rhule are adding to their 2026 recruiting class. The Huskers gained a commitment from a Georgia wide receiver over the weekend. And there are big things on the horizon as the fruitful month of June winds to a close.

Another wide receiver is set to make his choice, along with a coveted offensive tackle, and the top remaining target for the Huskers from the state of Nebraska. Connor and Mitch are here to assess this surge in recruiting news. What is the role of Daikiel Shorts in all of it? And what do recent developments say about Rhule’s evolving approach to talent acquisition?

Also, we go off the rails and spend 10 minutes talking about barbeque. Join us for a sweaty start to this holiday week.

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