Podcast appearances and mentions of Matt Bowen

In hour two, Hoch wonders if Crowder and Jimmy find it surprising he's not been on an airboat. He reads an ESPN article about the Top 50 NFL free agents best for the Dolphins in the offseason, according to Matt Bowen. Crowder's luck with casino dealers, the Bears possibly moving to Indiana, and Josh Appel from Jupiter after Marlins practice join us. He, his wife Mara, and their baby will attend Saturday's game. He shares thoughts on the Bears' potential move and Tua's Dolphins future.

Hoch and Crowder discuss the Top 50 NFL free-agents article, which ESPN NFL writer Matt Bowen calls the best fit for the Dolphins during the offseason.

The discussion turns to Jauan Jennings as a potential free-agent target, with Chris Russell breaking down why the wide receiver could make sense for certain teams including the Commanders and how his skill set fits different offensive schemes. The conversation then shifts to ESPN analyst Matt Bowen's recently released list of the top 50 NFL free agents, with listeners hearing where notable names like Quay Walker and Alec Pierce rank on the list. Chris Russell offers his own candid reaction, weighing the rankings against team needs and providing insight into which players he believes are true impact signings versus overrated hype, giving fans a comprehensive perspective on the free-agent landscape.

Hour 3 dives deep into free agency and player evaluations for the Washington Commanders. Chris Russell begins by analyzing Jauan Jennings as a potential free agent target, sharing his reaction to ESPN's Matt Bowen Top 50 NFL Free Agents list. The discussion continues with a comparison of upcoming free agent Quay Walker to Commanders' Bobby Wagner, using PFF grades to assess fit, impact, and value. Russell also takes a lighter, self-reflective moment, patting himself on the back for delivering solid radio, giving the hour a blend of expert analysis and playful personality. Listeners walk away with a detailed picture of free agency priorities, player evaluations, and key moves that could shape Washington's roster next season.

Doc Walker and Anthony react to Matt Bowen suggesting that Washington could be an ideal landing spot for Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely. Would Likely be the dynamic, pass-catching weapon this offense needs? The guys break down Likely's skillset — his ability to stretch the seam, create yards after the catch, and serve as a mismatch against linebackers and safeties. They discuss how he would fit alongside Terry McLaurin in David Blough's offense and how a true receiving tight end could help take pressure off Jayden Daniels.

Doc Walker and Anthony react to Matt Bowen linking Quay Walker to the Commanders as a potential fit in Washington. Would Walker bring the speed, range, and sideline-to-sideline presence this defense needs? The guys break down what Walker does well — his athleticism, ability to play in space, and upside as a modern linebacker — while also asking whether he'd be worth the financial commitment. Then they turn inward, evaluating the linebackers already in-house and whether the Commanders should prioritize continuity or inject new talent into the room.

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Matt Bowen has connected two free agents to the Commanders, we discuss this here.

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In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes marveled over head coach Ben Johnson's impact on the organization in his first season in Chicago; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared how they feel about quarterback Caleb Williams' future after he made big strides in his second NFL season; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain why Williams could be one of the most dangerous players in the NFL in 2026.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes marveled over head coach Ben Johnson's impact on the organization in his first season in Chicago; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared how they feel about quarterback Caleb Williams' future after he made big strides in his second NFL season; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain why Williams could be one of the most dangerous players in the NFL in 2026.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes marveled over head coach Ben Johnson's impact on the organization in his first season in Chicago; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared how they feel about quarterback Caleb Williams' future after he made big strides in his second NFL season; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain why Williams could be one of the most dangerous players in the NFL in 2026.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to share his takeaways from the Bears' heartbreaking 20-17 loss to the Rams in overtime Sunday in the divisional round. Bowen also explained why Bears quarterback Caleb Williams can be "one of the most dangerous players in the league" in 2026. Later, Spiegel and Holmes wondered if former Bears head coach Matt Nagy will have a job in the NFL next season as he won't return to his role as Chiefs offensive coordinator.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to share his takeaways from the Bears' heartbreaking 20-17 loss to the Rams in overtime Sunday in the divisional round. Bowen also explained why Bears quarterback Caleb Williams can be "one of the most dangerous players in the league" in 2026.

In the third hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Anthony Herron were joined by former NFL Safety Matt Bowen who shared what he saw on tape in the Bears win over Packers.

Laurence & Anthony Herron were joined by former NFL safety Matt Bowen who shared what he saw on the Bears vs. Packers tape.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score football analyst Olin Kreutz to preview the Bears-Packers game Saturday in the wild-card round. After that, Spiegel and Holmes listened back to insight from ESPN analyst Matt Bowen on their show earlier in the week. Later, they discussed the Bulls-Heat game getting postponed Thursday due to condensation on the United Center floor on an unseasonably warm January day.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened back to insight from ESPN analyst Matt Bowen on their show earlier in the week regarding the Bears-Packers matchup.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to break down the Bears' 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday and to preview Chicago's showdown against rival Green Bay in the wild-card round. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams drawing a lofty comparison to an NFL legend.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' health as a matchup against the Packers looms Saturday in the wild-card round. They also welcomed on ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to preview the game.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to break down the Bears' 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday and to preview Chicago's showdown against rival Green Bay in the wild-card round.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss his fun experience of attending the Bears' 42-38 loss to the 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara; NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to detail Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' "thirst to win"; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined Spiegel & Holmes to share why he believes the Bears can make a deep playoff run.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss his fun experience of attending the Bears' 42-38 loss to the 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara; NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to detail Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' "thirst to win"; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined Spiegel & Holmes to share why he believes the Bears can make a deep playoff run.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss his fun experience of attending the Bears' 42-38 loss to the 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara; NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to detail Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' "thirst to win"; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined Spiegel & Holmes to share why he believes the Bears can make a deep playoff run.

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In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' development and to celebrate the team's win against the Packers; Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the show to discuss the White Sox's signing of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain how the Bears match up against the 49ers as they'll meet on Sunday Night Football.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' development and to celebrate the team's win against the Packers; Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the show to discuss the White Sox's signing of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain how the Bears match up against the 49ers as they'll meet on Sunday Night Football.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' development and to celebrate the team's win against the Packers; Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the show to discuss the White Sox's signing of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain how the Bears match up against the 49ers as they'll meet on Sunday Night Football.

In the third hour, Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to break down the Bears' thrilling win against the Packers on Saturday. He also looked ahead to the pivotal Bears-49ers game this upcoming Sunday. After that, they discussed the various ways that Bears quarterback Caleb Williams finds motivation.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali welcomed on former Bears running back Matt Forte to discuss Chicago's thrilling win against Green Bay on Saturday. They also welcomed on ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to preview the Bears-49ers game this coming Sunday.

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In the Best of the Bears this week, ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes to explain why Chicago head coach Ben Johnson's run game scheme is the best in the NFL; Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the Bears' defensive depth has been key in the team's success; and Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron implored Bears fans to live in the moment and enjoy the team's success in an NFL in which fortunes change quickly.

In the Best of the Bears this week, ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes to explain why Chicago head coach Ben Johnson's run game scheme is the best in the NFL; Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the Bears' defensive depth has been key in the team's success; and Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron implored Bears fans to live in the moment and enjoy the team's success in an NFL in which fortunes change quickly.

In the Best of the Bears this week, ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes to explain why Chicago head coach Ben Johnson's run game scheme is the best in the NFL; Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the Bears' defensive depth has been key in the team's success; and Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron implored Bears fans to live in the moment and enjoy the team's success in an NFL in which fortunes change quickly.

In the third hour, Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen, who shared high praise for the strong running game that head coach Ben Johnson has built for the Bears. After that, Holmes and Herron wondered how the Packers will adjust their defensive game plan against the Bears on Saturday with star edge rusher Micah Parsons sidelined by injury.

Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron welcomed on ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to break down the Bears' elite running game. The guys also discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' continued development.

Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen, who shared high praise for the strong running game that head coach Ben Johnson has built for the Bears.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share the Cubs and White Sox intel that he learned at the Winter Meetings; ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined Spiegel & Holmes to discuss how the Bears can address the defensive breakdowns that plagued them in their loss to the Packers last Sunday; and NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to explain why she doesn't think the Bears will overlook the Browns in their matchup this Sunday at Soldier Field.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share the Cubs and White Sox intel that he learned at the Winter Meetings; ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined Spiegel & Holmes to discuss how the Bears can address the defensive breakdowns that plagued them in their loss to the Packers last Sunday; and NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to explain why she doesn't think the Bears will overlook the Browns in their matchup this Sunday at Soldier Field.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share the Cubs and White Sox intel that he learned at the Winter Meetings; ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined Spiegel & Holmes to discuss how the Bears can address the defensive breakdowns that plagued them in their loss to the Packers last Sunday; and NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to explain why she doesn't think the Bears will overlook the Browns in their matchup this Sunday at Soldier Field.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reflected on the Bears' 28-21 loss to the Packers on Sunday and welcomed on ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to share what he saw in the thrilling game.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to discuss the Bears' defensive breakdowns in their 28-21 loss to the Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field. He also discussed Bears head coach Ben Johnson's play call on the game-deciding fourth-and-1 play in the final minute. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed whether the Cubs' approach to the offseason, with Spiegel detailing why he has doubt that they'll spend significant money on a pitcher of consequence.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to discuss the Bears' defensive breakdowns in their 28-21 loss to the Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field. He also discussed Bears head coach Ben Johnson's play call on the game-deciding fourth-and-1 play in the final minute.

Seth and Sean dive into which Texans players showed up on Matt Bowen of ESPN.com's list of the NFL players with the top 109 skills.

Seth and Sean discuss Space City Home Network launching an app to make it easier to watch the Rockets and Astros, the Browns clearing Deshaun Watson for practice, it being a big day for Texans and Chiefs injuries, how far JJ Watt thinks the Texans can go, go through the day's Headlines, talk about the national hype the Texans' defense is getting, what the Chiefs' biggest X-factor is this Sunday, Chris Jones apparently being named 'Stone Cold,' see which Texans made Matt Bowen of ESPN.com's list of NFL players with the top 109 skills, Sean apologizes to Texas Tech and their fans because he wants a favor, they hear what Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid had to say about the Texans' defense, count down the 9 most infuriating kind of penalties in the NFL to see your team commit, discuss Giannis possibly wanting off the Bucks, the Clippers parting ways with Chris Paul, how far JJ Watt thinks the Texans can go this year, and see what Reggie and Lopez have for the question of the day.

In the third hour, Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to discuss the Bears' win over the Eagles on Friday. He also praised veteran safety Kevin Byard's sensational season. After that, WWE star and diehard Bears fan Seth Rollins joined the show to preview Chicago's game at Green Bay on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Anthony Herron reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments about quarterback Caleb Williams' game management. They also welcomed on ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to discuss the Bears' success running the football and more.

Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to discuss the Bears' win over the Eagles on Friday. He also praised veteran safety Kevin Byard's sensational season and discussed how the Bears tight ends are becoming key weapons.