Two Chicago based sports fans who dive into all Chicago sports, and sports across the landscape. Fun guest appearances from people who cover sports, play sports, and from the entertainment world. Always looking to interact with fans who love sports just as much as we do!
Bears fall to the Packers again but were at least competent for a half. Hooray!NFL playoffs drawing closer - top matchups to look forward to as we set up for hopefully a fun finish to the year.
This week we breakdown the Bears win over the Lions on Thanksgiving. The Bears got the win despite a media circus but now it's Arizona, GB and Minnesota. College Football setting up for continued uncertainty going into Championship weekend. Who lands the final 4 spots? Coaching Carousel lands some unexpected visitors to the Pac-12 and SEC.
This week we breakdown another embarrassing loss at home to the backup QB led Ravens. Falling to 3-7 with a Thanksgiving matchup on Thursday will it be Matt Nagy's last game?Bulls with a winning trip out West - can they win back to back at home?NCAA and NFL still with a lot of playoff uncertainty - who are pretenders and contenders as we roll into December.
This week we breakdown the Bulls 10-4 start with back to back wins vs LA teams. Bears prepare for a hungry Ravens team following their bye but what are some realistic goals for the remainder of the season?College Football gearing up for conference championships but a couple critical matchups to shakeup the rankings this week.Many NFL storylines including the Patriots being back?
This week we break down the Bears heavily penalized loss to the Steelers. Many controversial calls but also impressive throws by Justin Fields.Bulls knock off the Nets - have what it takes to beat the Mavs?College and NFL football breakdown.
This week we breakdown the Bears embarrassing loss in Tampa. A once again broken offense managed 3 points in 60 minutes vs one of the leagues worst passing defenses. The Bulls hope to keep the faith for Chicago Sports while the Blackhawks set one of the leagues worst records. Big matchups ahead in both college football and NFL we preview for next week.
This week we recap the Bears 10 point loss to the Packers with 1st place up for grabs. Rodgers found his way to the endzone to seal the game owning the Bears yet again. Plenty of NFL news along with a surprising #2 loss to Iowa shaking up the college rankings.The Sky are champs! While the Hawks are far from that and the Bulls look to get off to a better start as the NBA is back.
This week we preview the upcoming ALDS matchup for the Sox and Astros which will feature the Sox first home playoff games since 2008. What do the Sox need to move on to the ALCS and who are the x-factors that could expose the Astros.Bears get their 2nd win of the season over Detroit with a solid showing from Justin Fields. Who's number will be called under center as the Bears prepare for a gauntlet of a schedule heading to Sin City. College football and NFL preview and storylines along with picks and much more!
The Matt Nagy era had hope of rejuvenation from 1st round prospect Justin Fields who ran for his life in a disastrous showing in Cleveland. Fields and the Bears averaged 1.1 yards per play and the future of the franchise was hit 15 times. Do you expect the Bears to win Sunday or by Thanksgiving?Sox clinch October ticket in back to back seasons for the first time in franchise history. A 5 game homestand is all left before playoff action starts - still a lot to see from the pitching staff this week especially Carlos Rodon.College week 5, NFL 4 recap and NFL ATS picks.
This week we breakdown the Bears 20-17 win over the Bengals. The Bears were able to overcome losing Andy Dalton to injury and an offense that managed 3.4 yards per play with some 2018-like defense. Now the looming decision of Fields or Dalton is really amplified in what looks like a first career start for Fields vs the Browns.Sox fail to clinch the division but have an opportunity to do so during a 5 game road trip to Cleveland. Plenty of college and NFL predictions and picks as well!
This week recap another primetime let down for Matt Nagy and the Bears dink and dunked their way to losing by 3 scores. The Bengels are next so maybe there is a chance?Sox magic number to single digits but more importantly roster nearing full staff. College and NFL recap you won't want to miss!
Don't miss Bears vs Rams breakdown. What to expect from Rams, what do Bears need to do and will we see Fields?Cubs win 8 of last 10 and Sox cut magic number to 15. Sox sights now set on seeding.Plenty of NCAAF and NFL picks for this weekend at the window.
Bears and Sox talk. Bears getting ready for a road nightmare matchup with the Rams. Will Andy Dalton have what it takes to keep things close in LA? Sox looking for a ticket to the postseason holding a double-digit lead in the Central but continuing to be hit with the injury bug.Don't miss college and NFL picks and predictions as well!
This week we review different approaches by both baseball teams in Chicago. Sox adding a couple upgrades to sure up the bullpen and provide an upgrade at 2B while the Cubs look to go full firesale. Bears along with majority of the NFL report to Training Camp - don't miss our biggest NFL storylines.
Bucks looking for a championship and Giannis making strides of becoming the new face of the league.Sox looking to increase their lead in the Central to double digits with reinforcements on the way while the Cubs getting ready for an estate sale.
Lightning look to close out back-to-back championships while Suns take game 1 on their way to an NBA finals of their own. Sox taking a commanding lead in Central into the All-Star break while the Cubs try to end a double-digit losing streak.
This week we discuss the ongoing investigation into 2010 assistant coach of the Blackhawks and when we will hear from some of the key figures in the success of the team about what might have been going on within the locker room. Scottie Pippen also out in the media trying to push his bourbon and book sales.NHL Finals are set and the NBA is close - don't miss our preview of who is going to be crowned champs.
This week we breakdown the Cub strong home series with the Padres and continued fight for the top of the Central while the Sox continue to look to gain ground atop their division.2nd rounds underway in both NHL and NBA playoffs setting up for some new faces in the semi-finals.
This week we breakdown the NBA and NHL playoffs and what to expect for the remainder of first round action.Good baseball being played on both sides of town but a disappointing weekend for the Southside during their trip to NY.
This week we break down the controversial Yermin Mercedes home run on a 3-0 count. A home run that led to 3 days of the Sox skipper being the face of a winning ball club for all the wrong reasons. NHL and NBA hit the postseason - get our preview and series predictions.
This week we are joined by former Notre Dame and Bears great Chris Zorich. Zorich shares stories playing in the aftermath of the 85 Bears and with some of the star defensive players. Chris also shares his thoughts on the McCaskeys, college days and plenty more. Hawks season officially ends with the Bulls imminent - but Sox pitching is providing hope for a long summer and fall.
This week we break down the Bears excited draft class headlined by Justin Fields. The question of when Fields is under center now the urging question.Sox hoping to surpass another costly injury while the Cubs bats are awaking.
This week we breakdown the NFL draft and preview surprises along with options for the Bears in round 1.Hawks and Bulls seasons fading while Sox and Cubs both heading in opposite directions.
This week we break down the very difficult schedules to close out the 2021 seasons for the Bulls and Hawks. Hawks will have home ice advantage with a tall task of jumping Nashville and Dallas for a final playoff bid while the Bulls try to hold down the bottom of the bubble. Chicago baseball looking a bit brighter - will it continue?
This week we breakdown the fading tenants at the UC as both the Hawks and Bulls playoff pushes continue to fade. The Bulls trade deadline moves havent yet paid off while the Hawks continue their rebuilding theme. Struggling offenses on both sides of town with not much to be optimistic about for the Cubs future. Sox counting down until the return of Tim Anderson to the top of the order later in the week.
This week we break down the championship letdown with Baylor running away with the National title and ruin a perfect season for Mark Few and Gonzaga. Although a let down championship the night cap at the Final Four was one to remember. Busy days in Chicago sports with both sides of town underway in MLB. Hawks and Bulls trying to close out their seasons both on the outside looking in at a postseason appearance while the Bears prepare to pass out hats at the draft at the end of the month.
This week we break down plenty of activity from the last few weeks in Chicago sports.Hawks and Bulls both fading but the Bulls organization committing to a change of culture. Bears swing big on Russell Wilson and land with Andy Dalton.NCAA tournament down to 4 with a perfect setup for a final to remember with Gonzaga and Baylor.
Get 20% + Free Shipping at Manscaped.com using code: WINDYCITYThis week we recap what is going on with the Hawks with a playoff-style start to the month. Bulls prepare to return to work with what seems like what could be a quiet trade deadline. Dak Prescott a Cowboy along with a ton of transaction news in the NFL as it continues to be a wild offseason. College hoops tourney preview to get you ready for the Big Dance. Bears backup to the franchise tag deadline and have finally made a decision on their star wide receiver.
This week we take a look at an action packed week of College Hoops setting up for some intense conference tournaments. Big 10 and Big 12 the best conferences in the country but will they have enough to surpass undefeated Gonzaga once the field is unveiled.Hawks finish with 9 wins in February including Patrick Kane netting his 400th career goal. Will they have enough to hang with the big dogs during a loaded March schedule?Bulls prepare for the All-Star break with optimistic expectations for the near future. J.J Watt lands in Arizona but some QB situations still remain a mystery.
Hawks and Bulls continue their case for landing a playoff spot in surprising fashion. LaVine lands his first trip to an All Star Game and continues to keep the Bulls on the national radar. Hawks look to solidify some ground with Columbus and don’t overlook Detroit with a wild March schedule ahead.College hoops prepping for the biggest dance of the year but some stellar teams from the Big 10 and Big 12 setting up for some fun conference tournaments.
This week we discuss both Hawks and Bulls competitive start to the season. Bulls getting some national love due to the play from Lavine while the Hawks netminders keep them in striking distance for a playoff bid.Pitchers and catchers report for baseball - what to watch this spring for Sox and Cubs?J.J Watt a free agent, Carson Weintz still waiting and more NFL news.
This week we breakdown a one sided dominating performance by the Bucs in Super Bowl 55 while Tom Brady captures his 7th ring. Early predictions for Super Bowl 56 and key game look backs from the 2020 season.Hawks goaltending keeping playoff hopes alive with back to back wins vs the Stars. Bulls light up the Pelicans with 17 from behind the arc by White and Lavine alone.
This week we are joined by Raphael Esparza to discuss what action the books are seeing in preparation of Super Bowl 55. We also take a trip down memory lane with some fun prop bets.Chiefs and Bucs setting up for a matchup of potentially the 2 greatest QB’s when it’s all said and down. Which of the QB’s legacies will have more of an impact with a win.Plenty of Chicago talk as the Bulls and Hawks continue their development stage of preparing for the future.
This week we are joined by the host of BetQL Daily to take a look at the Super Bowl stock market. Get Joe’s advice for picking a side and how to pair props. Also some Bears and NFL free agent QB talk.NFL Championship recap setting up for a passing of the baton between Brady and Mahomes? Hawks struggling early but maybe found a goaltender while the Bulls wear back to back losses accompanied by the loss of Wendell Carter Jr.
This week we preview the NFL championship matchups featuring the oldest QB matchup in championship history in Brady and Rodgers along with one of the youngest matchups in Allen and Mahomes. How much of an impact will Mahomes injury play in the offensive performance for the Chiefs and which of the 4 defenses has the closest edge.Bulls continue to play competitive building for their future success while the Hawks still scratching for their first win.
The Bears offense was non-existent and defense ran out of gas in the 2nd half as the Bears season comes to an end. Get our thoughts on the embarrassing loss and what is next. Alabama wins another national championship perhaps in their most dominant way ever which was consistent with the entire 2020 season.Hawks return to the ice, Sox land top closer in the game to sure up the back end of the bullpen and the Bulls competitive despite losing record.
This week we are joined by Usayd Koshul from the Bear Report to recap the Bears week 17 loss to the Packers and preview the Bears playoff trip to New Orleans. Bears enter the playoffs 12-4 with a tall task of potentially a fully active Saints roster who finished the season with the 2 seed in the NFC.College Football Championship is set with Ohio State playing the role of large underdogs to a loaded Alabama offense.
This week we recap the Bears third straight win coming on the road against the now 1-14 Jaguars. Not too much that was learned from a game that was a get right spot particularly for the Bears defense. Bears can use some help from the Rams but control their own destiny with a home matchup with the rival PackersShortly after another division title and departure of Theo Epstein the Cubs have already decided not to bring Kyle Schwarver back and have now moved Yu Darvish with others currently being shopped.College Football preview getting you ready for the new year with a couple playoff games between Bama and ND and Clemson and Ohio State.
After dropping 6 straight the Bears have bounced back with back-to-back wins and a chance for a 3rd with a visit to the 1 win Jaguars. Not in control of their own destiny but back to back wins in the final 2 weeks could point to a trip to the postseason in what would be a big surprise and potentially a job saver for Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy.Bulls basketball gets underway for 2020-21 and the Sox land the #1 international prospect in baseball. Preview of week 16 in the NFL along with the College Football playoff being set.
This week we are joined by Chris Emma to talk about the Bears chances of landing a playoff spot. Also what the direction of the Bears will look depending on their final 3 games.College Football preparing for championship weekend with a couple headliners in the SEC and ACC championship games with playoff aspirations on the line.
This week we breakdown the Bears loss to the Lions in historic fashion. Finally a good showing by the Bears offense but the defense with back to back duds as the Bears playoff hopes are seemingly impossible at this point. What is the next step for the organization and will they follow the direction a couple baseball teams in town recently followed. College Football nearing the conference and playoff finals - will Ohio State meet the requirement in place to be eligible for the Big 10 title? Or will it even matter?Heavy dose of Chicago talk following the Bears loss along with a couple offseason additions on the South Side and the Bulls believe it or not gearing up to hit the hardwood.
This week we recap the Bears meltdown against the Packers on Sunday Night Football. An equally awful performance by both the offense and defense followed by Nagy calling the defense out for a better play in the media. What’s next for the season but maybe more importantly the direction of the franchise and who is apart of it. College football nearing the final step toward the college football playoff and the Bulls beginning their work for the 20-21 season under a new regime.
This week we are joined by Evan Ostrow to talk about his work and evaluation with Pro Football Focus. Evan also breaks down some of the positive play from the Bears defense while also providing thoughts on the excruciating O-line and QB play.Bears get ready for their rivalry matchup with a trip to Green Bay to get a game within the Packers for the NFC North.Plenty of news in college football and NBA free agency as well.
This week we break down the Bears loss to the Vikings for their 4th straight losing effort. Get our thoughts on what is next for the QB position, head coach and maybe even management?Bulls ready to pick their new asset at 4 in the NBA draft - will the Bulls look to move any pieces or build around what is currently here.
This week we breakdown the Bears 4th losing effort and once again a failure of an offensive performance. Can the Bears turn anything around to play complementary football to support their defense and find themselves in the playoffs? Also is it time for Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy to be shown the door?The White Sox hiring of Tony LaRussa continues to be a head-scratcher as the decision came a day following the 76-year-old skippers 2nd DUI. Did Jerry Reinsdorf find a way to screw up what is being built on the South Side or can this hire somehow mesh?
This week we are joined by Tim Livingston the host of the Whistleblower podcast. Get some insight to the truth regarding the Tim Donaghy NBA betting scandal. You won’t want to miss Tim’s thoughts on David Stern and Mark Cuban.Bears fall again for back to back weeks this time to the Saints in OT. Another disappointing week for the Bears offense who looks to bounce back short handed against the Titans.
This week we breakdown the Bears primetime loss to the Rams and discuss what seems to be a lack of preparation from Matt Nagy. Bears offense with a 3 point showing while the defense kept it somewhat of a game scoring 7 points of their own.Dodgers look to close out the Rays in Game 6 but will Blake Snell and the Rays have enough to force a Game 7 to close out the MLB season.
This week we breakdown week 6 in the NFL and highlight who are the teams to beat in both the NFC & AFC. The Bears also advanced to 5-1 with a win over the Panthers and claim the top seat of the NFC North. Next up a primetime matchup in LA for a rematch with the Rams. Dodgers take a 1 game lead in the Fall Classic after a dominate performance by Clayton Kerhshaw. Do the Rays have what it takes to take down the leagues best team?
This week we are joined by Zack Pearson from TheBearReport.com and 24/7 Sports to discuss the 4-1 start for the Bears and expectations on the road in Carolina. We also breakdown week 5 in the NFL along with Lebron James’ legacy after his 4th NBA Championship.