Episode 163: Fire Flus. Caleb's the Guy
This week, we dive into the complete negligence and ineptitude of Matt Eberflus during his time as head coach of the Chicago Bears. (Spoiler alert: this episode was recorded just before his firing, which finally answered our call!) We break down the disaster that has been the Bears’ season so far and debate whether the only reasons left to tune in are Caleb Williams hype or the potential of interim Head Coach Thomas Brown. It’s a raw, unfiltered look at a franchise in chaos. Don’t miss it!
Episode 162: Bears in London & Fantasy Football Recap
In today's episode, we analyze the Chicago Bears' recent success! Is Caleb Williams truly leading a turnaround for this team? Later, we break down the fantasy football landscape with a look ahead on must-add players to help you dominate for the rest of the season!
Episode 161: Fantasy Football Reality Check
This week, we dive into how the fantasy football season is shaping up so far! From late-round steals that are making waves to first-round picks that just aren’t delivering, this episode has everything a die-hard fantasy player needs to stay ahead of the competition. Tune in to hear our insights, strategies, and bold predictions for the rest of the season!
Episode 160: Caleb Williams Debut w/ Greg Braggs
In this episode, we are joined by Greg Braggs of CHGO Bears to break down Caleb Williams' highly anticipated NFL debut! We explore Williams' performance, examining both the highs and lows and what they might signal for the Chicago Bears' future. Greg also offers his expert predictions on how the rest of the season could shape up for the team. Don’t miss this in-depth conversation packed with analysis, bold predictions, and all things Bears!
Episode 159: Fantasy Football Week 1 Recap: Surprises, Disappointments, and Everything in Between
In this episode, we break down the highs and lows from Week 1 of fantasy football! Christian McCaffrey and Aaron Rodgers left fans disappointed, while unexpected stars like J.K. Dobbins and Xavier Worthy delivered big surprises. Whether your team thrived or tanked, we've got all the analysis you need to navigate the wild world of fantasy football. Plus, we drop some hints on what to expect in the weeks ahead. Stay tuned as we dive deeper into sleeper picks, waiver wire steals, and next week's must-watch matchups!
Episode 157: Hard Knocks & NFL Division Predictions
On this episode, we dive into Episode 3 of Hard Knocks, analyzing how the show is portraying the Chicago Bears and what it means for the upcoming season. Are the Bears finally turning a corner, or is the show painting an overly optimistic picture? Later, we shift gears and make our bold predictions for each division in the upcoming NFL season. Who will take the crown in each division?
Episode 156: Fantasy Football QB's & Hard Knocks
Today, we dive into the highly anticipated first episode of Hard Knocks, featuring our Chicago Bears! We share our insights into how Caleb Williams and Coach Matt Eberflus were portrayed and analyze the overall depiction of the Bears organization. Following the Hard Knocks review, we shift gears to discuss our top fantasy quarterback picks for the upcoming season and debate whether the Chicago Cubs have enough time left in the season to make a serious push for the wild card spot!
Episode 155: Win your Fantasy Football league in 2024 w/ John Daigle
This episode of The Domestic Draft Podcast is packed with all the insights you need to dominate your home fantasy football league! We are thrilled to welcome back special guest John Daigle from Establish the Run, who shares his expert strategies, top picks, and sleeper recommendations for the upcoming season. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a first-time player, this episode is designed to give you the edge you need to secure that coveted championship trophy!
Episode 125: ALLCITY Network w/ Brandon Spano
On today's episode, we have the privilege of hosting Brandon Spano, CEO of the All City Network! Our conversation centers on the inception of the All City Network and the pivotal moment when Brandon decided to found DNVR. Brandon addresses the evolving sports media landscape, from player accessibility's impact to the rise of legalized gambling. We discuss DNVR Bar's inception in 2020 and Brandon's unique vision for it before concluding with insights into the future of the network. Join us for a captivating conversation into All City Network's journey and the changing dynamics of sports media!
Episode 124: UnBEARable w/ Herb Howard
On today's episode, we're thrilled to have Herb Howard as our next guest. Herb is a Chicago Bears Beat Reporter for The Bigs, Co-Host of the "Herb & Tou" Podcast, and radio personality at WVON on iHeartRadio. We explore Herb's passion for the Bears, tracing his path from being a dedicated fan to becoming a respected football analyst. Herb shares his insights on the current state of the Chicago Bears, and what, if anything, they can do to salvage this season. As we wrap up the episode, stick around to hear Evan's expert advice on your fantasy football lineup and top waiver wire pickups. It's a football-filled conversation you won't want to miss!
Episode 123: Cubs Prospects & Playoff Hopes w/ Greg Zumach
On today's episode, we are joined by Greg Zumach, co-founder of NorthSideBound.com and co-host of Cubs on Deck! Greg, a pharmacy professor with an insatiable passion for scouting the Cubs' minor league talent, takes us on his journey from Omaha into the world of player scouting. We discover how Northsidebound began and how it's evolved over time. We delve deep into the Cubs' farm system, picking Greg's brain for insights on top prospects and his personal favorites. He updates us on standout players like Ed Howard, Brennan Davis, and Cade Horton, a finalist for MiLB's pitching prospect of the year. With Triple-A concluding on September 24th, we speculate on which rising stars might get the big league call-up. Shifting gears, we tackle the Cubs' recent struggles in the big leagues before going over another crazy week in the NFL. Stick around to the end to hear Evan's thoughts on your fantasy football waiver wire pickups!
Episode 122: Down Bad Bears
On today's episode, we're diving deep into the Chicago Bears' tough 38-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers and dissecting Jordan Love's second career start that left Bears fans in dismay. Things took a dramatic turn in the second half as Green Bay scored a whopping 28 points in under 13 minutes, extending their winning streak over the Bears to a frustrating ninth straight time. We dive into the top and bottom offensive and defensive PFF grades, showcasing standout players like Roschon Johnson and Andrew Billings, while highlighting underachievers such as Nate Davis and Chase Claypool. After we review week 1's best and worst performances, Evan kicks off his waiver wire Wednesday segment for all you fantasy football fans!
Episode 121: Monsters of the Midway: Bears Season Preview
Chicago is buzzing right now and on todays episode, we're breaking down everything that's made Cubs fans believe in miracles again! With the MLB playoffs just around the corner, we're placing our bets on whether they'll go all the way. Later, we turn our attention to the Monsters of the Midway. With the NFL season on the horizon, Evan predicts the Chicago Bears' 2023 record and their odds to emerge as champions of the NFC North. Who needs to step up most for this team to compete? Fantasy football fanatics, this one's for you too! We're dishing out our top picks for the 2023 NFL season.
Episode 109: NFL Draft Aftermath: Analyzing Fantasy Football Impact w/ John Daigle
Today's guest is John Daigle, a renowned fantasy football expert! In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of fantasy football, specifically focusing on the impact that rookies can have on the game. John will be sharing his invaluable insights and projections on how these young talents will shape the landscape of fantasy football this season. If you're already daydreaming about this year's Fantasy Football season, this is the episode for you!
Episode 92: Chicago Beer w/ Mike Zoller
On today's episode, Evan is joined by Chicago beer expert, Mike Zoller! Mike is a writer and editor for porchdrinking.com and is well known in the Chicago beer community. Mike discusses the rise of porchdrinking.com before touching on some of his favorite breweries in the city. Later, Evan gives a brief history of breweries in Chicago and Mike answers a few listener questions. Stick around to the end for some fantasy football playoff advice! Cheers!
Episode 91: Fantasy Football Injuries w/ Dr. Nirav Pandya
On today's episode, we welcome Dr. Nirav Pandya to answer all of our sports injury questions as we head into the home stretch of the NFL regular season! Dr. Pandya is Associate Professor of UCSF Orthopedic Surgery, the Director of Sports Medicine at Benioff Children’s Hospital and a Sports Injury Analyst for 95.7 the Game! We discuss advances in modern medicine, recovery time for major injuries and recent changes to the NFL's concussion protocol before diving into the impact of some of the big injuries in the NFL. Dr. Pandya provides injury timelines for Lamar Jackson , Kenneth Walker and Jimmy Garoppolo among others!
Episode 90: US Soccer Advances
On this week's episode, we recap thanksgiving and week 12 of the NFL before discussing the USMNT victory over Iran! Later, Evan gives his week 13 waiver wire advice as we enter the home stretch of the fantasy football regular season and Dan gives his picks for your weekend NFL parlays! Cheers!
Episode 89: Taking Down Big Toothpaste w/ VanMan
On today's episode, we welcome our next guest, San Diego resident and founder of The VanMan Company, VanMan! After selling off unnecessary possessions, VanMan simplified his life and chose to figure out what essentials he'd need to live a happy and healthy life. Through self-experimentation, VanMan created health-conscious products, that focus on minimal high-quality ingredients!
Episode 88: An Authentic Voice w/ Eugene McIntosh
On today's episode, we welcome co-founder of The Bigs Media, Eugene McIntosh! Eugene discusses how his Chicago background helps him provide a unique and authentic perspective when covering Chicago sports. We question the Bulls sluggish start to the season, debate Cubs potential offseason moves and end with some Justin Fields appreciation!
Episode 87: Justin Fields is THE guy
On today's episode, the hype train has left the station! Chicagoans are celebrating the arrival of QB1 Justin Fields and his record-breaking game. We give our reactions to the current state of the Bears and discuss why winning doesn't really matter the rest of the way as long as Fields continues to put up the numbers. Later, we debate where the Chicago Bulls stack up in the East and if they have what it takes to compete for a title!