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Two esports reporters, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers, discuss all things involved with the Call of Duty League. Join the guys each week for match breakdowns, predictions, roster changes and everything in between.

Ego Chall Podcast


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    Latest episodes from Ego Chall: A Call of Duty Esports Podcast

    LA Thieves Beat FaZe to Win CDL Major 4 + Attach & iLLeY Retire (Episode 178)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 87:50


    On the 178th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers break down the final Major of the 2025 Call of Duty League (CDL) season, including the Los Angeles Thieves' championship win, Atlanta FaZe finishing second, as well as OpTic Texas and Miami Heretics. The guys also discuss the retirements of Attach and iLLeY.

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    CDL Major 4 Preview: Who Will Qualify for Champs? (Episode 177)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 84:22


    On the 177th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the final Major of the Call of Duty League (CDL) season, including their predictions for the first round and who will earn their spot at the CDL Championship.

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    Cause for Concern for Ultra & Ravens? + OpTic's Weird Week (Episode 176)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 88:25


    On the 176th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the final week of online play in the 2025 Call of Duty League (CDL) season, including 0-2 performances from the Toronto Ultra and Carolina Royal Ravens, OpTic Texas's up-and-down showing, the Miami Heretics finishing off a perfect qualifier run, and much more.

    CDL MVP Race + Are we in the CoD Plumber Era? (Episode 175)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 69:13


    On the 175th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Maven and Nameless's Call of Duty League (CDL) MVP picks, Octane's "plumber" comment, the best Search and Destroy player, the final week of the Major 4 qualifiers, and much more.

    Mercules Makes OpTic Debut + New C9 Stuns FaZe (Episode 174)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 71:51


    On the 174th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Mercules' OpTic Texas debut, Cloud9 New York's new roster defeating Atlanta FaZe, the Miami Heretics continuing their undefeated streak, and more.

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    OpTic Signs Mercules + C9 Roster Changes (Episode 173)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 96:21


    On the 173rd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas replacing Skyz with Mercules, Cloud9 New York benching Mack and Attach, and much more.

    No OpTic Roster Change?! + FaZe's Future (Episode 172)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 80:38


    On the 172nd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers continue to discuss Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 3, Shotzzy's statement on a potential OpTic Texas roster change, Atlanta FaZe's disappointing Major performance, and more.

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    LA Thieves Win CDL Major 3 + Mercules Shines in Debut (Episode 171)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 92:25


    On the 171st episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 3, the Los Angeles Thieves' victory, the Vancouver Surge's second consecutive grand finals appearance, Mercules's star-making performance with the Toronto Ultra, OpTic Texas's disappointments, and more.0:00 Intro3:12 LA Thieves win their first Major27:42 Vancouver Surge fall short again48:23 Mercules stuns in his Toronto Ultra/CDL debut1:14:37 What does OpTic Texas do after another disappointing Major?1:27:06 Thank you

    CDL Major 3 Preview (Episode 170)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 64:55


    On the 170th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 3 and give their predictions for the upcoming tournament.

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    More Saudi Teams Coming to the CDL? + Major 3 Bracket Set (Episode 169)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 78:23


    On the 169th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss two more Saudi Arabia-based organizations potentially joining the Call of Duty League (CDL), and the guys also discuss an eventful final week of the CDL Major 3 qualifiers.

    Wrecks Joins Carolina Royal Ravens + Big Matches This Week (Episode 168)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 39:46


    On the 168th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Wrecks officially joining the Carolina Royal Ravens, JoeDeceives potentially being a target of OpTic Texas, and the guys give their predictions for a very important week of Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 3 qualifiers.0:00 Intro1:19 Wrecks officially joins Carolina16:47 Could OpTic Texas sign JoeDeceives?22:45 CDL Major 3 qualifiers pick'em38:43 Thank you

    Vegas Falcons Finally Win + Carolina Drops Vivid + OpTic In Trouble? (Episode 167)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 68:32


    On the 167th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Vegas Falcons earning their first Call of Duty League (CDL) win, the Carolina Royal Ravens releasing Vivid, and much more.0:00 Intro0:57 Vegas Falcons defeat OpTic Texas for first CDL win9:41 Is OpTic's 0-2 week concerning?16:44 Carolina drops Vivid, reportedly to be replaced by Wrecks30:29 Miami Heretics beat OpTic Texas and Atlanta FaZe46:15 PaulEhx retires, focuses on Warzone50:42 CDL playing on old patch57:43 Match rundown1:04:32 CDL Major 3 qualifier standings1:06:28 Thank you

    Secret C9 Tryout?! + CDL Qualifier Predictions (Episode 166)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 50:09


    On the 166th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss a rumored secret tryout by Cloud9 New York and predict the upcoming Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 3 qualifier matches.0:00 Intro0:57 Cloud9 New York's secret tryout19:43 Pred taking action with the Vegas Falcons28:14 CDL Major 3 Week 2 qualifiers47:37 Thank you

    OpTic Perfect with Huke + Ultra Forfeits + Vegas Falcons Win HP (Episode 165)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 66:26


    On the 165th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas winning both of their matches in the first week of the Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 3 qualifiers with Huke back in the lineup, the Toronto Ultra deciding to forfeit vs. the Boston Breach, and the Vegas Falcons snapping their Hardpoint losing streak.0:00 Intro1:29 OpTic Texas goes 2-0 with Huke back in lineup15:34 Toronto Ultra forfeits vs. Boston Breach31:42 Vegas Falcons win Hardpoints, lose series47:05 Atlanta FaZe gets out to another slow start52:40 LA Thieves dominant Vancouver Surge1:03:00 Thank you

    Pred Joins Vegas Falcons + CDL RosterMania Continues (Episode 164)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 64:55


    On the 164th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss former OpTic Texas player Pred joining the Vegas Falcons, the Los Angeles Guerrillas M8 (aka Gentlemates) making a change, and the guys predict how the first week of CDL Major 3 qualifiers will go.0:00 Intro1:24 Pred joining Vegas Falcons17:29 LAG signs FeLo and oJohnny27:34 Will Kenny sign with the Minnesota ROKKR?40:34 Who else will make a change?49:18 CDL Major 3 Week 1 qualifiers1:03:39 Thank you

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    OpTic Drops Pred for Huke Again! + CDL RosterMania Rumors (Episode 163)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 89:43


    On the 163rd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas replacing Pred with Huke and numerous Call of Duty League (CDL) RosterMania rumors coming out of the second Major of the season.0:00 Intro1:03 OpTic drops Pred for Huke29:39 Miami Heretics brings in SupeR37:42 RosterMania rumors1:27:33 Thank you

    Atlanta FaZe Wins CDL Major 2 + What's Up With LA Thieves? (Episode 162)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 91:58


    On the 162nd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Atlanta FaZe winning the second Call of Duty League (CDL) Major, LA Thieves disappointing, OpTic Texas making their debut with Skyz, and more.0:00 Intro1:14 Atlanta FaZe Wins CDL Major 232:07 Vancouver Surge finish second44:56 LA Thieves disappoint57:19 OpTic Texas' first event with Skyz + Who could OpTic target?1:27:39 CDL standings1:29:42 Thank you

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    OpTic Texas Drops Kenny for Skyz + CDL Major 2 Preview (Episode 161)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 76:41


    On the 161st episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas replacing Kenny with Skyz ahead of the second Call of Duty League (CDL) Major, as well as the Las Vegas Falcons releasing coach LewTee. The guys also preview the upcoming tournament.0:00 Intro1:06 OpTic Texas drops Kenny, signs Skyz37:18 Las Vegas Falcons release head coach LewTee45:48 CDL Major 2 preview and predictions1:14:12 Thank youWatch LIVE and follow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/egochallpodcastFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EgoChallPodcastFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/egochallpodcast/

    What Does OpTic's Win Mean? + LA Thieves Finish 7-0 (Episode 160)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 71:50


    On the 160th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas winning their first Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 2 qualifier match, the Los Angeles Thieves finishing the qualifiers 7-0, and much more.0:00 Intro1:13 Friday matches20:06 Saturday matches38:12 Sunday matches1:06:28 Major 2 standings and bracket1:09:42 Thank you

    OpTic Texas Heading Toward Breakup? + Top 5 All-Time List (Episode 159)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 80:02


    On the 159th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the continued struggles of OpTic Texas and give their predictions for the upcoming week of Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 2 qualifiers.0:00 Intro1:12 Recap of last week's CDL matches11:27 OpTic Texas discussion55:20 CoD top 5 all-time lists1:09:12 CDL Major 2 Week 4 qualifier predictions1:16:53 Thank you

    Could Huke Lift Up LA Guerrillas M8? + CDL Qualifiers Predictions (Episode 158)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 51:42


    On the 158th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the rumors surrounding the Los Angeles Guerrillas M8 / GentleMates Call of Duty League (CDL) roster and give their predictions on the upcoming CDL matches.0:00 Intro1:03 LA Guerrillas M8 roster changes?13:18 CDL Minor 2 viewership24:45 Hastr0 comments NV in CoD34:07 CDL Major 2 qualifier predictions49:30 Thank youWatch LIVE and follow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/egochallpodcastFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EgoChallPodcastFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/egochallpodcast/

    LA Thieves Win CDL Minor 2 + Neptune On Way to MVP? (Episode 157)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 92:23


    On the 157th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the results of the second Call of Duty League (CDL) Minor, including the Los Angeles Thieves' win, the Vancouver Surge's run, and much more.0:00 Intro1:37 LA Thieves15:56 Vancouver Surge38:05 Toronto Ultra, Carolina Royal Ravens & Atlanta FaZe51:19 OpTic Texas1:19:39 The rest1:29:15 Thank you

    CDL Minor 2 Preview & Predictions (Episode 156)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 55:05


    On the 156th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the second Call of Duty League (CDL) Minor and give their predictions for the upcoming tournament.0:00 Intro4:26 Boston Breach vs. Vancouver Surge9:38 OpTic Texas vs. Vegas Falcons22:39 Minnesota ROKKR vs. Cloud9 New York29:35 Miami Heretics vs. LA Guerrillas M834:10 Bracket overview & winner predictions51:31 Thank you

    Can OpTic Be Fixed? + Carolina & C9 Sweep the Week (Episode 155)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 89:50


    On the 155th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas' poor start to the Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 2 qualifiers, Carolina Royal Ravens and Cloud9 New York's 6-0 weeks, and more.0:00 Intro1:15 Friday matches28:42 Saturday matches1:03:49 Sunday matches1:22:15 Standings and Minor 21:26:09 Thank you

    LAG Drop Priestahh for Lunarz + Shotzzy Hits Back (Episode 154)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 82:17


    On the 154th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Los Angeles Guerrillas M8 (aka GentleMates / LAG) dropping Priestahh for Lunarz, Shotzzy speaking about criticism after OpTic Texas' rough start, and more.0:00 Intro1:03 Priestahh out, Lunarz in for LAG22:46 Shotzzy's comments on hate / Kenny conversation49:25 Should EWC and CDL Champs combine?56:44 Asim joins Vegas Falcons' academy team58:32 Bullet map1:01:29 Scrap crashed his car1:02:50 CDL Major 2, week 2 qualifier predictions1:18:41 Thank you

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    OpTic In Trouble? + Are Surge Contenders? (Episode 153)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 83:40


    On the 153rd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the first week of the Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 2 qualifiers, including OpTic Texas' two losses, a Seattle Surge upset of Atlanta FaZe, and more.0:00 Intro1:13 Friday matches19:20 Saturday matches42:56 Sunday matches1:07:47 OpTic Texas vs. Minnesota ROKKR1:19:43 Thank you

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    CDL Power Rankings Update + Karma Talks Pred's OpTic Return (Episode 152)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 60:06


    On the 152nd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers update their Call of Duty League (CDL) power rankings, discuss Karma's comment on Pred replacing Huke in the OpTic Texas lineup, and more.0:00 Intro1:15 Neptune on Vancouver Surge confirmed5:11 Vegas Falcons make roster change9:57 Karma discusses Pred's return to OpTic Texas15:45 Surprised Huke not on a roster?29:27 CDL power rankings43:43 Major 2, Week 1 qualifiers pick'em & predictions55:26 Thank you

    Pred In, Huke Out For OpTic + Hicksy Dropped By Surge (Episode 151)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 99:32


    On the 151st episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the return of Pred to the OpTic Texas roster in place of Huke, Hicksy being released by the Vancouver Surge, and the guys complete their breakdown of the first Call of Duty League (CDL) Major.0:00 Intro1:12 Pred returns to OpTic Texas, replaces Huke22:50 What does C9 do now?28:30 Surge officially release Hicksy36:42 Rest of C9 discussion48:48 Picking up entire Challengers roster?1:01:47 Vegas Falcons scrims blacklist?1:17:56 LA Guerrillas M8 next move1:28:17 Boston Breach should stay put1:35:47 Thank you

    Surge Roster Swap + What's Up With Ultra? (Episode 150)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 93:31


    On the 150th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss a rumored roster change for the Vancouver Surge and the performances of the Toronto Ultra, Carolina Royal Ravens, and Minnesota ROKKR at the first Call of Duty League (CDL) Major of the 2025 season. 0:00 Intro 1:54 Seattle Surge 29:12 Toronto Ultra 46:59 Carolina Royal Ravens 1:09:05 Minnesota ROKKR 1:22:41 New maps incoming? 1:29:38 Thank you

    Best Event Ever? - CDL Major 1 Recap & Reactions (Episode 149)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 97:30


    On the 149th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the first Call of Duty League (CDL) Major of the 2025 season, including Atlanta FaZe's exciting win, the Los Angeles Thieves' narrow loss, OpTic Texas' early exit, and much more. 0:00 Intro 1:14 FaZe vs. LAT grand finals 21:07 EU crowd 24:53 What could LAT have done differently? 32:18 Scrap vs. Drazah rivalry 44:27 What happened to OpTic Texas? 1:03:15 Could Pred return to OpTic? 1:10:00 Miami Heretics surprises with T3 finish 1:21:05 Atlanta FaZe stats / records 1:30:00 Updated CDL standings 1:32:24 Thank you

    CDL Major 1 Preview & Predictions + Great Challengers News (Episode 148)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 76:19


    On the 148th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers preview the first Major of the 2025 Call of Duty League (CDL) season and discuss the news regarding Challengers Open events the rest of the season. 0:00 Intro 1:00 CDL Major 1 preview and predictions 1:00:25 Major 4 location & Challengers Open confirmation 1:10:42 Thank you

    Maybe OpTic Didn't Snake? + CDL Qualifier Pick'Em (Episode 147)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 62:33


    On the 147th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the OpTic Texas snaking drama and give their picks for the final week of the Call of Duty League (CDL) Major 1 qualifiers. 0:00 Intro 0:54 Could we get another map? 10:44 Dashy / OpTic snaking drama 22:10 CDL Qualifiers Week 4 Pick'Em 58:32 Thank you

    LA Thieves Choke vs. OpTic + Team Envy Back? (Episode 146)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 84:05


    On the 146th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the latest Call of Duty League (CDL) qualifier matches, including OpTic Texas beating LA Thieves and Cloud9 New York going 0-2. The guys also discuss Hastr0's purchase of the Team Envy / EnVyUs brand. 0:00 Intro 1:38 Hastr0 buys Envy 19:52 Major 1, Week 3 qualifiers discussion 44:51 Boston Breach / Snoopy vs. Carolina Royal Ravens / SlasheR 55:34 OpTic Texas vs. LA Thieves 1:19:14 Thank you

    CDL Qualifiers Return + No Challengers Event + iLLeY Changes Name (Episode 145)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 58:40


    On the 145th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the return of Call of Duty League (CDL) qualifier matches, the news that Major 2 will not feature a Challengers event, and iLLeY changing his name to YoDa. 0:00 Intro 0:51 Major 2 will not have Challengers event 19:37 iLLeY becomes YoDa 27:03 Kaysan's $4K SnD event 34:11 CDL qualifiers week 3 54:13 Thank you

    CDL Minor 1 Recap & Reactions (Episode 144)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 84:00


    On the 144th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the first Call of Duty League (CDL) Minor, which Atlanta FaZe won. Intro 0:00 1:56 Atlanta FaZe wins Minor 1 15:31 Thoughts on Minor 23:50 Carolina Royal Ravens get 2nd 31:10 Rivalries and trash talk in CDL 39:48 Minnesota ROKKR surprise 49:38 OpTic Texas lose to Carolina in semifinals 59:15 LA Thieves lose & Nadeshot reacts 1:06:12 Cloud9 New York's Minor run & snaking controversy 1:09:55 Shotzzy wants to stream scrims 1:20:18 Thank you

    CDL Minor 1 Preview & Predictions (Episode 143)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 59:26


    On the 143rd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers preview the first Call of Duty League (CDL) Minor and give their predictions on who will win the single-elimination tournament. 0:00 Intro 1:13 Minor format and bracket 8:06 Vancouver Surge vs. Cloud9 New York 17:27 OpTic Texas vs. Vegas Falcons 21:45 Atlanta FaZe vs. Miami Heretics 28:35 Minnesota ROKKR vs. Los Angeles Guerrillas M8 37:20 Winner predictions 49:38 Break too long? 56:45 Thank you

    CDL 2025 Wishlist + Vegas Falcons Make Roster Change (Episode 142)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 90:29


    Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss their wishes for the Call of Duty League (CDL) and CoD esports in 2025, and the guys also reacted to Khhx stepping away from the Vegas Falcons' roster.

    CDL Teams' New Year's Resolutions + Scump Almost Returned to OpTic? (Episode 141)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 86:02


    On the 141st episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss what New Year's resolutions each Call of Duty League (CDL) team should have, and the guys also talked about the news that Scump was asked to play for OpTic Texas in the wake of Pred's departure, as well as Hacienda being added to the CDL map pool. 0:00 Intro 1:36 Hacienda added to CDL mapset 13:51 Scump was asked to fill in for OpTic Texas? 25:07 CDL teams' New Year's resolutions 26:07 LA Thieves 32:32 OpTic Texas 44:03 Carolina Royal Ravens 49:25 Toronto Ultra 52:35 Who could upset LA Thieves? 56:27 Vegas Falcons 59:53 LA Guerrillas M8 1:03:07 Atlanta FaZe 1:05:25 Cloud9 New York 1:09:16 Vancouver Surge 1:12:17 Miami Heretics 1:15:18 Minnesota ROKKR 1:19:10 Boston Breach 1:22:28 Thank you

    Pred Speaks About Gambling & OpTic + Final CDL Power Rankings of 2024 (Episode 140)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 66:57


    On the 140th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Pred speaking about parting ways with OpTic Texas, as well as allegations of gambling. The guys also give one final update to their Call of Duty League (CDL) power rankings before 2025. 0:00 Intro 1:59 Pred addresses OpTic departure, gambling allegations 7:40 Where could Pred end up? 26:34 CDL Power Rankings 1:01:25 Ego Chall Podcast Holiday Schedule 1:05:46 Thank you

    What Can Be Done About FaZe? + OpTic Undefeated with Huke (Episode 139)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 88:24


    On the 139th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Atlanta FaZe's concerning 1-3 record in the Call of Duty League (CDL), Huke's return to OpTic Texas in place of Pred, and much more. 0:00 Intro 1:20 OpTic Texas 2-0 with Huke 8:27 Atlanta FaZe struggles 21:07 Boston Breach clutching up 34:00 Carolina Royal Ravens atop the CDL 43:18 Are the LA Thieves the best team in CDL? 50:07 Where do LA Guerrillas M8, Minnesota ROKKR, Miami Heretics & Vancouver Surge fit in? 56:08 Cloud9 New York looked much better 1:01:51 Vegas Falcons will eventually win a match 1:10:41 Where are the Toronto Ultra among contenders? 1:17:02 CDL Week 2 results rundown 1:18:21 CDL Standings 1:19:09 CDL Minor coming up after break 1:20:15 K/D leaders through two weeks 1:23:07 Pick'Em record to this point 1:23:47 Thank you

    OpTic Replacing Pred with Huke?! + CDL Week 2 Pick'Em (Episode 138)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 70:04


    On the 138th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas reportedly replacing Pred with Huke, as well as the upcoming Call of Duty (CDL) Major 1 qualifier matches. 0:00 Intro 0:46 Pred reportedly being replaced by Huke on OpTic 21:00 LA Thieves vs. LAG M8 27:16 Cloud9 vs. ROKKR 32:38 Heretics vs. Breach 36:07 OpTic vs. Surge 40:46 Ultra vs. Falcons 43:40 OpTic vs. LAG M8 45:20 Royal Ravens vs. FaZe 50:47 Breach vs. Surge 52:45 Ultra vs. Heretics 55:35 FaZe vs. Falcons 58:57 Royal Ravens vs. C9 1:02:34 LAT vs. ROKKR 1:06:34 CDL break approaching 1:07:47 Thank you

    What's Up With FaZe & Cloud9? - CDL Week 1 Reactions (Episode 137)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 81:49


    On the 137th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the first week of the 2025 Call of Duty League (CDL) season, including Atlanta FaZe's winless performance.

    CDL Storylines & Questions + Guerrillas/Gentle Mates (Episode 136)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 90:54


    On the 136th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the confirmation of the Los Angeles Guerrillas and Gentlemates partnership, what storylines they're watching entering the 2025 Call of Duty League (CDL) season, and the guys give their picks for the first week of the CDL's Major 1 qualifying matches. 0:00 Intro 1:00 LA Guerrillas & Gentle Mates 10:48 CDL Storylines / Questions 1:18:06 Week 1 Pick'Em 1:28:19 Thank you

    CDL 2025 Preseason Predictions & Power Rankings (Episode 135)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 85:24


    On the 135th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the hacker-filled launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's Ranked Play, gentlemen's agreements (GAs) in the Call of Duty League (CDL), their power rankings before the start of the 2025 CDL season, as well as their preseason predictions for the CDL. 0:00 Intro 1:09 Vikul Retires 6:42 Ranked Play Cheating 20:20 GAs More Unpopular Than Ever 35:46 CDL Preseason Power Rankings 49:09 CDL Preseason Predictions 1:21:00 New schedule & thank you

    Is This The Best CDL Format? + Coach Clayster?! (Episode 134)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 68:03


    On the 134th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the release of the 2025 Call of Duty League (CDL) season's format and schedule, as well as the news that Clayster will be joining the Vegas Legion coaching staff.

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    Clayster & Accuracy Retire + CDL RosterMania Continues (Episode 133)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 72:26


    On the 133rd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the retirements of Call of Duty players Clayster and Accuracy, in addition to the confirmation of several more 2024 Call of Duty League (CDL) rosters.

    Is LAT Better Than OpTic & FaZe? (Episode 132)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 67:41


    On the 132nd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the now-confirmed Los Angeles Thieves superteam and where they rank among the Call of Duty League (CDL) elite. The guys also discuss recent reports and rumors around the league.

    100 Thieves Superteam? + How CDL Money Is Shifting (Episode 131)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 59:14


    On the 131st episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss 100 Thieves' reported decision to sign a Call of Duty League (CDL) superteam. The guys also discuss other RosterMania reports and how the financials of the league are changing.

    RIP Legion + Toronto Breaking Up? + CDL RosterMania (Episode 130)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 79:06


    On the 130th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Call of Duty League (CDL) RosterMania, including Falcons Esports replacing the Las Vegas Legion, the Toronto Ultra's roster reportedly being free agents, Sib announcing he is an RFA for Cloud9, and much more.

    Atlanta FaZe Win Esports World Cup + Boston Breach Disbanding? (Episode 129)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 87:50


    On the 129th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Atlanta FaZe's Esports World Cup victory, JKap and LA Thieves parting ways, and what's happening with the Boston Breach.

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    Is Kenny Top 10 All-Time? + NYSL Becomes Cloud9 + Esports World Cup (Episode 128)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 72:05


    On the 128th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss Kenny's place in the all-time rankings after OpTic Texas' Call of Duty League (CDL) Championship victory, as well as the New York Subliners' apparent death to make room for Cloud9 CoD. The guys also discuss the upcoming Esports World Cup. 0:00 Intro 3:16 Kenny's All-Time Ranking / Top 10 Talk 30:37 NYSL Becoming Cloud9 44:41 Esports World Cup 1:03:38 OpTic Champs Home Field Advantage

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