15h ago
NFL Week 17 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know!Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their best NFL bets to place right now. If you’re looking for NFL Week 17 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 BEARS DO IT AGAIN 04:00 NO CLEAR CUT FAVORITE 05:30 IS IT TIME TO BET EAGLES? 07:30 STEELERS VS LIONS 09:20 BEARS AT NINERS 10:10 EAGLES AT BILLS 11:18 JAGUARS AT COLTS 11:45 STEELERS AT BROWNS 12:50 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1d ago
The first round of the College Football Playoff has come and gone. The #9 Alabama Crimson Tide upset the #8 Oklahoma Sooners and the #10 Miami Hurricanes upset the #7 Texas A&M Aggies. Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich are here to break it all down and quickly preview those College Football Playoff Quarterfinal matchups. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 INITIAL WEEKEND THOUGHTS 03:00 ALABAMA VS OKLAHOMA RECAP 05:45 MIAMI VS TEXAS A&M RECAP 07:40 MIAMI VS OHIO ST PREVIEW 11:40 OREGON VS TEXAS TECH PREVIEW 14:00 ALABAMA VS INDIANA PREVIEW 17:00 OLE MISS VS GEORGIA PREVIEW 19:00 BOWL GAMES PREVIEW 23:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5d ago
NFL Week 16 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know!Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. If you’re looking for NFL Week 16 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 FAVORITE NFL FUTURES BETS 10:15 JAGUARS VS BRONCOS 12:00 CHIEFS VS TITANS 13:30 RAVENS VS PATRIOTS 15:15 EAGLES VS COMMANDERS 16:30 BUCCANEERS VS PANTHERS 19:00 STEELERS VS LIONS 21:00 WHICH QB WILL HAVE MOST PASSING YARDS? 24:45 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6d ago
The College Football Playoff is here and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich are joined by Fox Sports College Football Insider to discuss all the games including the Miami Hurricanes vs Texas A&M Aggies & who will be the Michigan Wolverines next coach. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 BRUCE FELDMAN JOINS THE SHOW 02:00 #10 MIAMI VS #7 TEXAS A&M 05:40 #9 ALABAMA vs #8 OKLAHOMA 10:00 MICHIGAN'S NEXT HEAD COACH 17:00 BETTING ON A NATIONAL CHAMPION 18:30 BEST NATIONAL TITLE EXACTA 22:00 #12 JAMES MADISON VS #5 OREGON 25:45 #11 TULANE VS #6 OLE MISS 30:00 CFP FIRST ROUND GUIDE 32:00 MONTANA VS MONTANA ST 34:00 ILLINOIS STATE VS VILLANOVA 37:00 BEST BETS 40:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 15
The 2026 FIFA World Cup™ is just around the corner and Chris “The Bear” Fallica has tapped in Fox Sports soccer analyst Stu Holden to help him breakdown each group of the World Cup. They also chat Golden Boot favorites, best bets and much more! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 2026 WORLD CUP PREVIEW 02:40 GROUP D - CAN USA WIN? 07:00 GROUP A - MEXICO'S TO LOSE 09:00 GROUP B - WHO WILL WIN? 12:00 GROUP C - BRAZIL OR MOROCCO? 17:00 GROUP E - GERMANY 2026? 22:15 GROUP G - SPAIN THE FAVORITE 27:00 GROUP H - NOT SO FAST BELGIUM 30:30 GROUP I - FRANCE'S TOUGH GROUP 33:30 GROUP L - ENGLAND & CROATIA 36:45 GOLDEN BOOT ODDS 43:00 WORLD CUP FAVORITES 44:30 STU'S BEST BET 46:00 BEAR'S BEST BET 48:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 12
NFL Week 15 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. If you’re looking for NFL Week 15 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 PHILIP RIVERS CPOY? 03:30 DOUBLE-DIGIT UNDERDOGS 06:50 CARDINALS VS TEXANS 07:45 CHARGERS VS CHIEFS 09:16 BROWNS VS BEARS 10:25 SHEDEUR SANDERS 11:50 JAGUARS TO WIN THE AFC 15:35 BILLS VS PATRIOTS 18:30 BROWNS WINNING ALL THE AWARDS? 21:10 JUSTIN HERBERT 25:00 PHILIP RIVERS COMEBACK 28:00 HALL OF FAMER OR NOT? 30:20 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 11
The 2025 College Football Playoff & Bowl season is here again and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich are here to give you all the bets you need. They also talk about who will be the next Michigan Wolverines head football coach. That and so much more on this College Football Playoff & Bowl Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 MICHIGAN FIRES SHERRONE MOORE 03:30 MICHIGAN'S NEXT COACH 05:00 #9 ALABAMA VS #8 OKLAHOMA 08:40 #10 MIAMI VS #7 TEXAS A&M 11:30 #12 JAMES MADISON VS #5 OREGON 13:45 #11 TULANE VS #6 OLE MISS 15:00 CFP TITLE FUTURES 20:30 BEST BETS 22:30 BEST CFP QB & COACH COMBOS 25:00 CFB AWARDS FUTURES 31:45 ARE BOWL GAMES DEAD? 45:45 TOLEDO VS LOUISVILLE 46:30 NEBRASKA VS UTAH 48:00 NEW MEXICO VS MINNESOTA 48:20 MEMPHIS VS NC STATE 50:00 SEASON BET RECAP 54:25 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 8
The College Football Playoff bracket is finally set, and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich are here to react to the field & give you their early thoughts on the match ups. The #10 Miami Hurricanes got in over the #11 Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the gentlemen breakdown whether the committee got it right or not & so much more on this College Football Playoff Preview! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 MIAMI IN & NOTRE DAME OUT 05:00 BREAKING DOWN THE CFP TEAMS 12:00 CFP MATCH UPS 15:00 SHOULD GEORGIA HAVE BEEN #2? 18:00 INDIANA DEF. OHIO STATE 20:00 FERNANDO MENDOZA: HEISMAN? 22:00 WHO HAS THE EASIEST PATH? 24:00 CFP FUTURES 26:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 33:00 FCS FUN 35:00 CHIEFS ARE DONE? 40:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 6
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off by previewing a stacked Week 15 slate of conference championship games. They start with Bruce breaking the news of Penn State finalizing a deal for Matt Campbell to be their next head coach. Next, the guys go into detail on if #10 Notre Dame or #12 Miami should be ranked higher and which team has the better resume to make the College Football Playoff. Plus, Bruce expands on his Tweets surrounding the College Football Playoff committee. Next, the pair discuss conference championship games as #11 BYU takes on #4 Texas Tech in the Big 12 Championship Game, #2 Indiana plays #1 Ohio State in the Big Ten Championship Game, #3 Georgia faces off against #9 Alabama in the SEC Championship Game, and Duke plays #17 Virginia in the ACC Championship Game. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P joins to talk about how the wiseguys are betting on #2 Indiana. The guys also discuss Kirby Smart going against Kalen DeBoer in the SEC Championship Game. Plus, the trio preview the Conference USA Football Championship Game between Kennesaw State and Jacksonville State, with a surprise bet being placed on one of the teams. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. 00:00 INTRO 00:34 PENN STATE FINALIZING HC DEAL WITH MATT CAMPBELL 04:35 #10 NOTRE DAME OR #12 MIAMI IN THE CFP? 20:33 #11 BYU VS #4 TEXAS TECH 24:01 #2 INDIANA VS #1 OHIO STATE 27:44 #3 GEORGIA VS #9 ALABAMA 31:58 DUKE VS #17 VIRGINIA 32:35 WISEGUYS BETTING ON #2 INDIANA 34:48 KIRBY VS KALEN 38:20 KENNESAW STATE VS JACKSONVILLE STATE 41:55 URBAN MEYER TO BE INDUCTED INTO CFB HALL OF FAME 45:12 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 5
NFL Week 14 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know!Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. If you’re looking for NFL Week 14 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 DALLAS COWBOYS PLAYOFFS? 04:00 OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR 06:00 FALCONS VS SEAHAWKS 08:00 TEXANS VS CHIEFS 10:00 COLTS VS JAGUARS 12:00 JETS VS DOLPHINS 13:00 CHARGERS VS EAGLES 14:50 PROP BET OF THE WEEK 18:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 4
Week 15 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal to the show once again to discuss the College Football Playoff & Notre Dame. The guys also preview all the conference championship games including the #1 Ohio State Buckeyes vs the #2 Indiana Hoosiers. That and so much more on this Week 15 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF REAX 03:30 MIAMI OR NOTRE DAME? 13:00 BREAKING DOWN ALL THE SCENARIOS 21:00 HEISMAN RACE 24:00 MIAMI'S MARIO CRISTOBAL 27:50 MIAMI BETTING ND IN AUGUST 30:00 WINNERS NEED TO BE REWARDED 31:00 END OF BIG REGULAR SEASON GAMES? 34:00 MIAMI BACK-TO-BACK #1 PICKS? 35:00 COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE 39:00 #1 OHIO ST VS #2 INDIANA 43:00 #3 GEORGIA VS #9 ALABAMA 48:50 #11 BYU VS #4 TEXAS TECH 52:00 DUKE VS #17 VIRGINIA 55:39 #24 NORTH TEXAS VS #20 TULANE 57:40 UNLV VS BOISE STATE 01:02:56 BEST BETS 01:06:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 1
Week 15 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! LSU shakes up the college football landscape after hiring head coach Lane Kiffin away from #7 Ole Miss. Top Week 15 Games: Can #10 Alabama beat #4 Georgia? Who is Winning: #1 Ohio State vs #2 Indiana Can #5 Texas Tech handle #11 BYU? That and so much more on this Week 15 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 LSU HIRED LANE KIFFIN 03:30 COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULING ISSUES 06:00 LANE KIFFIN DRAMA 09:00 OLE MISS AFFECTED IN CFP? 11:00 OLE MISS EARLY LINES WITHOUT KIFFIN 16:00 PREDICTING THE NEW CFP RANKINGS 19:00 MIAMI OR NOTRE DAME? 23:00 IS BAMA OUT WITH A LOSS TO GEORGIA? 25:00 ACC GOING TO MAKE THE CFP? 28:30 PAVIA FOR HEISMAN? 32:00 NFL COACH OF THE YEAR 36:00 NFL UPDATE 41:00 THANKSGIVING UPDATE 45:00 CONF. CHAMP EARLY LINES 52:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 28
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, Bear and Bruce kicks things off by previewing a stacked Week 14 slate featuring two marquee matchups: the BNK Game of the Week as #1 Ohio State plays at #15 Michigan, and #3 Texas A&M at #16 Texas. Next, the duo look at LSU at #8 Oklahoma. After that, the pair focus on two key conference matchups as #10 Alabama goes at Auburn and #12 Miami plays at #22 Pittsburgh. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P joins Bear to discuss the action report on the #1 Ohio State at #15 Michigan matchup. Then, the guys look at the 2025 Heisman Trophy odds and further discuss who's the favorite to win it. Next, the duo preview #5 Texas Tech at West Virginia and they also bet on new head coaches. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. 00:00 INTRO 01:13 #1 OHIO STATE AT #15 MICHIGAN 04:30 #3 TEXAS A&M AT #16 TEXAS 07:35 LSU AT #8 OKLAHOMA 09:59 #10 ALABAMA AT AUBURN 15:22 #12 MIAMI AT #22 PITTSBURGH 21:54 ACTION REPORT FOR #1 OHIO STATE AT #15 MICHIGAN 23:17 2025 HEISMAN TROPHY FAVORITES 24:58 #5 TEXAS TECH AT WEST VIRGINIA 26:15 BETTING ON NEW HEAD COACHES 28:05 TEAMS THAT DESERVE CREDIT 30:30 #14 VANDERBILT AT #19 TENNESSEE 31:35 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 26
NFL Week 13 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. What's your best bet for Thanksgiving? If you’re looking for NFL Week 13 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 RAMS VS BUCS RECAP 02:25 RAMS SUPER BOWL FAVORITE? 03:30 NFL MVP ODDS? 05:35 CAN'T BUY THE LIONS? 07:30 PACKERS AT LIONS 10:00 LIONS FUTURES 12:50 CHIEFS AT COWBOYS 15:00 CHIEFS FUTURES 17:15 BENGALS AT RAVENS 19:50 THANKSGIVING GOODIES 21:20 PATRIOTS IN THE PLAYOFFS? 23:00 BAD JAGUARS 24:50 VIKINGS QB SITUATION 27:00 BROWNS QB SITUATION 28:45 THANKSGIVING FOOD BREAKDOWN 30:00 OVER/UNDER TURKEY CONSUMED 33:00 REALLY DEEP DIVE INTO DESSERTS 35:00 PIGS IN A BLANKET: GOAT APP? 37:30 NFL EARLY LINES 39:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 24
Week 14 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich have you covered all Rivalry Week! Top Week 14 Games: Can Oregon get by Washington? Will Vanderbilt take down Tennessee? Will Ole Miss & Lane Kiffin win vs Miss. St? That and so much more on this Week 14 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 WEEKEND DEBRIEF 01:30 OREGON VS USC 3:40 UTAH VS KANSAS STATE 4:45 BYU VS CINCINNATI 06:15 OHIO STATE VS MICHIGAN 11:30 TEXAS A&M VS TEXAS 13:20 ALABAMA VS AUBURN 15:25 LANE KIFFIN & OLE MISS 20:25 MIAMI VS PITTSBURG 23:00 VANDERBILT VS TENNESSEE 23:50 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 21
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off by previewing a stacked Week 13 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #15 USC at #7 Oregon, and #22 Missouri at #8 Oklahoma. Next, the duo look at #20 Tennessee playing at Florida. After that, the pair compare #13 Miami and #9 Notre Dame in terms of their College Football Playoff rankings, as well as #13 Miami going at Virginia Tech. Plus, the guys break down the BNK Game of the Week, as #11 BYU plays at Cincinnati. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P joins to talk about how the books have overloaded on BYU. The guys also discuss a $10,000 title bet being placed on Georgia. Next, the trio touch on who will start at quarterback for Michigan State, while previewing Michigan State at Iowa. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. 00:00 INTRO 00:32 15 USC AT #7 OREGON 06:48 #22 MISSOURI AT #8 OKLAHOMA 10:13 #20 TENNESSEE AT FLORIDA 12:02 COMPARING #13 MIAMI & #9 NOTRE DAME 23:15 BOOKS OVERLOADED ON BYU 24:40 $10K TITLE BET ON GEORGIA 27:19 WHO WILL START AT QB FOR MSU? 28:43 #18 MICHIGAN AT MARYLAND 30:30 PREVIEW OF FCS MATCHUPS 34:42 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 21
NFL Week 12 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Who would be favored in the Super Bowl? A NFC team or an AFC team? If you’re looking for NFL Week 12 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 SUPER BOWL: BET NFC OR AFC? 06:00 CHIEFS MAKING THE PLAYOFFS? 09:00 BUCS @ RAMS 10:00 STEELERS @ BEARS 12:50 JAGUARS @ CARDINALS 14:00 EAGLES @ COWBOYS 15:15 BROWNS @ RAIDERS 17:15 PROP BET OF THE WEEK 21:50 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 20
Week 13 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich are joined by the head coach of the #7 Oregon Ducks Dan Lanning. They discuss everything ahead of the #7 Oregon & #15 USC matchup. Top Week 13 Games: Can #15 USC sneak past #7 Oregon? Will #18 Michigan get caught looking ahead? Can QB John Mateer keep it going against #22 Missouri? That and so much more on this Week 13 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP ODDS 03:45 MIAMI OR NOTRE DAME IN CFP? 06:30 DAN LANNING INTERVIEW 09:00 USC VS OREGON 19:00 MICHIGAN VS MARYLAND 21:00 MISSOURI VS OKLAHOMA 23:30 TENNESSEE VS FLORIDA 29:45 MIAMI VS VIRGINIA TECH 33:50 PITTSBURGH VS GEORGIA TECH 37:00 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES 46:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 49:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT 53:45 BEST BETS 56:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 17
Week 12 of the 2025 College Football season and Week 11 of the NFL delivered some big storylines. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down all the action including those wins by the #11 Oklahoma Sooners & #5 Georgia Bulldogs. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 QUICK WEEKEND RECAP 02:40 FLORIDA VS OLE MISS 05:00 GEORGIA BULLDOGS BITE BACK 07:45 GUNNER STOCKTON: HEISMAN? 08:30 GEORGIA BEATS TEXAS 11:00 OKLAHOMA BEATS ALABAMA 13:20 MISSOURI GETTING THEIR QB BACK? 16:00 TEXAS A&M ALL-TIME COMEBACK 21:00 HEISMAN RACE ODDS 23:00 PREDICTING NEW CFP RANKINGS 25:30 NOTRE DAME OR MIAMI FOR CFP? 31:55 MAKING THE CFP 33:30 TIME TO FADE THE CHIEFS? 37:30 AFC WEST ODDS 39:00 RAMS DEFEAT SEAHAWKS 43:30 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 48:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 14
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off by previewing a stacked Week 12 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #10 Texas at #5 Georgia, and #11 Oklahoma at #4 Alabama. Next, the duo break down the BNK Game of the Week, as #18 Michigan plays at Northwestern in Wrigley Field. After, the guys look at the potential head coach candidates for the opening at Penn State. The pair also hit on the matchup of Maryland at Illinois. Plus, the trio discuss the optics of Utah AD Mark Harlan replacing Mark Rhoades on the College Football Playoff committee, as well as a preview of Arizona going at #25 Cincinnati. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and the guys break down bets coming in on Florida at #7 Ole Miss and #9 Notre Dame at #22 Pittsburgh. The trio also touch on Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris being questionable at Duke. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. 00:00 INTRO 00:46 #10 TEXAS AT #5 GEORGIA 04:37 #11 OKLAHOMA AT #4 ALABAMA 08:10 #18 MICHIGAN AT NORTHWESTERN 10:13 PENN STATE HC CANDIDATES 14:31 UTAH AD MARK HARLAN NAMED TO CFP COMMITTEE 18:53 WISEGUYS TRADING HAYMAKERS ON FLORIDA AT #7 OLE MISS 20:30 #9 NOTRE DAME AT #22 PITTSBURGH 23:44 CHANCES OF BOSTON COLLEGE UPSET 27:09 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 14
NFL Week 11 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Who will be the top dog in the NFC? If you’re looking for NFL Week 11 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 BEAR BETS PARLAY 08:50 CHARGERS VS JAGUARS 09:45 VIKINGS VS BEARS 11:00 PACKERS VS GIANTS 12:20 LIONS VS EAGLES 14:30 BUCS VS BILLS 15:00 PROP OF THE WEEK 16:15 RAMS VS SEAHAWKS 17:00 CHIEFS VS BRONCOS 23:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13
Week 12 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Top Week 12 Games: Will #10 Texas keep it going against #5 Georgia? Will #4 Alabama stay hot vs #11 Oklahoma? Can Iowa upset #17 USC on the road?That and so much more on this Week 12 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 CFP RANKINGD REACTION 02:30 CFP ODDS & FUTURES 06:00 WILL HILL JOINS 06:30 #10 TEXAS @ #5 GEORGIA 11:20 #11 OKLAHOMA @ #4 ALABAMA 16:00 FLORIDA @ #7 OLE MISS 16:50 SAMMY P'S VEGAS INSIDER TIP 18:20 #9 NOTRE DAME @ #22 PITTSBURGH 23:00 IOWA @ #17 USC 26:30 #18 MICHIGAN @ NORTHWESTERN 35:15 #19 VIRGINIA @ DUKE 40:55 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 44:00 UNDERDOG THAT CAN WIN OUTRIGHT 48:20 BEST BETS 50:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 10
Week 11 of the 2025 College Football season and Week 10 of the NFL delivered some big storylines. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down all the action including those tight wins by the #2 Indiana Hoosiers & #9 Oregon Ducks The Crew Also Dives Into: Is #10 Notre Dame overrated? Predicting The New CFP Rankings Patriots & NFL MVP Odds Early Lines They're Eyeing CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 BEAR BETS STAY UNDEFEATED 03:00 #2 INDIANA STUNNER 05:00 PREDICTING THE NEW CFP RANKINGS 10:00 IS #10 NOTRE DAME OVERRATED? 14:30 NOTRE DAME'S REMAINING SCHEDULE 18:00 UTAH OVERRATED? 25:00 JMU OR USF? 28:00 NFL TALK 29:00 PATRIOTS BEST IN AFC? 32:00 VIKINGS VS RAVENS 34:00 NFL MVP ODDS 42:00 BAD BEAT: JAGUARS VS TEXANS 45:00 OREGON VS IOWA 49:00 EARLY LINES 01:00:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 7
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off as #9 Oregon plays at #20 Iowa in the BNK Game of the Week. From there, they preview a stacked Week 11 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #3 Texas A&M at #22 Missouri, and LSU at #4 Alabama. The guys also hit on the matchup of #7 BYU playing at #8 Texas Tech. Plus, the trio discuss if #13 Utah can get into the College Football Playoff. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and the guys break down bets coming in on Wake Forest against #14 Virginia. The trio also touch on ACC teams that can get into the College Football Playoff. The guys talk about #2 Indiana at Penn State as well. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. 00:00 INTRO 00:52 #9 OREGON AT #20 IOWA 05:11 BIG TEN TEAMS IN THE CFP? 08:30 #3 TEXAS A&M AT #22 MISSOURI 11:18 LSU AT #4 ALABAMA 14:06 #7 BYU AT #8 TEXAS TECH 21:22 LSU’S NEXT HEAD COACH? 24:13 SHARPS TAKING WAKE FOREST +7 25:43 ACC TEAMS IN THE CFP? 28:39 #2 INDIANA AT PENN STATE 31:20 #5 GEORGIA AT MISSISSIPPI STATE 33:30 AUBURN AT #16 VANDERBILT 36:12 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 7
NFL Week 10 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Can the New England Patriots take down the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road? If you’re looking for NFL Week 10 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 WHO IS THE BEST IN THE NFC? 06:40 FALCONS @ COLTS 08:30 RAVENS @ VIKINGS 09:30 PATRIOTS @ BUCCANEERS 11:00 CARDINALS @ SEAHAWKS 13:20 GIANTS @ BEARS 14:20 EAGLES @ PACKERS 15:00 PROP OF THE WEEK 15:30 RAMS @ NINERS 17:10 SUPER 6 PROP 20:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 6
Week 11 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome Texas A&M's head coach Mike Elko to the show! Top Week 11 Games: Can #7 BYU handle #8 Texas Tech on the road? Will the #5 Georgia Bulldogs take down Mississippi State? Will #14 Virginia stay hot? That and so much more on this Week 11 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 CFP REACTIONS 03:30 9-3 TEXAS LONGHORNS 05:45 TEXAS A&M'S MIKE ELKO 10:00 TEXAS A&M VS MISSOURI 20:30 TEXAS A&M VS MISSOURI PREVIEW 23:40 OREGON VS IOWA 27:42 BYU VS TEXAS TECH 32:30 LSU VS ALABAMA 37:22 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES 52:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 55:00 FAVORITE UNDERDOG TO WIN 57:45 BEST BETS 01:01:16 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 3
Week 10 of the 2025 College Football season and Week 9 of the NFL delivered upsets, blowouts, bad beats, and season-shifting moments. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down all the action — from the ACC & SEC chaos.Who will be the ACC Champion after Miami and Georgia Tech fell this weekend & Who is going to win the SEC? CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 #5 GEORGIA VS FLORIDA BAD BEAT 02:20 #13 TEXAS DEF. #15 VANDY 04:00 CAN #13 TEXAS MAKE CFP? 06:00 SEC WINNER 08:00 WEATHER & TRAVEL BEAR RANT 13:45 ACC CHAOS 15:30 ACC WINNER 20:00 WHICH TEAM THAT LOST THIS WEEK CAN MAKE CFP? 26:00 OFFICIATING BEAR RANT 31:40 #12 VIRGINIA & CAL BAD BEAT 35:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 42:20 WORLD SERIES RANT 46:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 31
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Bruce Feldman and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off by looking at where Brian Kelly could coach next and who will fill the vacancy at LSU for the open head coach position. The guys also discuss who could be considered for the Florida, Penn State, and UCLA head coaching vacancies. Find out which surprising candidates made each list. Next, the pair preview #9 Vanderbilt playing at #20 Texas, while giving an injury update on Texas QB Arch Manning. The duo also hit on #18 Oklahoma at #14 Tennessee, and #5 Georgia at Florida. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and Bruce break down the BNK Game of the Week, Penn State at #1 Ohio State. The pair touch on how Ohio State would matchup against Indiana as well. The show wraps up with a preview of #10 Miami going to play at SMU. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:13 LSU'S NEXT HEAD COACH 08:22 BRIAN KELLY'S NEXT SCHOOL 10:34 WHO WILL FILL OTHER HEAD COACHING VACANCIES? 15:40 #9 VANDERBILT AT #20 TEXAS 17:29 #18 OKLAHOMA AT #14 TENNESSEE 21:12 PENN STATE AT #1 OHIO STATE 26:10 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 31
NFL Week 9 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Can the Indianapolis Colts stay hot? If you’re looking for NFL Week 9 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 SCARIEST OFFENSE IN THE NFL 08:00 FALCONS @ PATRIOTS 09:30 JAGUARS @ RAIDERS 10:40 CHIEFS @ BILLS 12:20 COLTS @ STEELERS 14:00 GEOFF'S SUPER PROP OF THE WEEK 14:50 VIKINGS @ LIONS 17:30 SURVIVOR PICK 18:20 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 30
Week 10 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart. Top Week 10 Games: Can #23 USC take down Nebraska? Can #9 Vanderbilt stay hot against #20 Texas? Will #10 Miami handle SMU on the road? That and so much more on this Week 10 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 WHICH PLAYOFF FAVORITE WON'T MAKE IT 05:30 KIRBY SMART INTERVIEW 12:30 GEORGIA @ FLORIDA 20:30 PENN STATE @ #1 OHIO STATE 24:45 #23 USC @ NEBRASKA 30:00 #18 OKLAHOMA @ #14 TENNESSEE 33:00 #9 VANDERBILT @ #20 TEXAS 35:50 #5 GEORGIA @ FLORIDA 39:00 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES 53:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER OF THE WEEK 56:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT 58:30 BEST BETS 01:01:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 29
Chris “The Bear” Fallica is joined by Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy to break down the 2025 Breeders’ Cup and deliver their favorite best bets, picks, and longshot plays for championship weekend. The guys preview every major race — including the Filly & Mare Turf, Mile, Sprint, and more — while sharing insight on top contenders, value horses, and betting strategy. Whether you’re a casual horse racing fan or a seasoned handicapper, this guide will help you get ready before placing your wagers. Topics Covered: Best bets & longshots for 2025 Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf, Mile, Sprint breakdowns Top horses to watch Value picks & betting strategy Portnoy’s favorite plays of the weekend Bear’s biggest edges on the board Don’t lock in your bets before tuning in! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 BARSTOOL'S DAVE PORTNOY 01:30 BREEDERS' CUP 02:00 SOVEREIGNTY SCRATCHED 05:00 2025 BREEDERS' CUP GAMBLING GUIDE 08:30 TURF RACE 14:16 MILE RACE 20:00 SPRINT RACE 23:00 BEST BETS 28:00 LONG SHOTS 30:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 27
Week 9 of the 2025 College Football season and Week 8 of the NFL delivered upsets, blowouts, bad beats, and season-shifting moments. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down all the action — from the Texas A&M beat down of LSU & Ole Miss beating Oklahoma. The crew also dives into: LSU TIGERS Firing Brian Kelly — Who’s the next coach for LSU? CFP Dark Horse — What long short do the guys like to make the CFP? NFL MVP — Could Colts' RB Jonathan Taylor have a shot at NFL MVP? Early Betting Lines — Including USC AT Nebraska Plus, they recap their best (and worst) bets of the weekend across college football and the NFL. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 COACHES UNDEFEATED ON BEAR BETS 01:50 LSU FIRES BRIAN KELLY 03:30 WHO IS LSU'S NEXT COACH? 09:00 CFP DARK HORSE 13:30 NFL BETS 16:00 JONATHAN TAYLOR MVP? 24:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 30:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 24
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear, presented by DraftKings Sportsbook — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off as #3 Texas A&M plays at #20 LSU in a big SEC matchup. From there, they preview a stacked Week 9 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #8 Ole Miss vs. #13 Oklahoma, and the BNK Game of the Week, UCLA at #2 Indiana. The guys also hit on a huge FCS matchup as #1 North Dakota State faces off against #2 South Dakota State. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and the guys break down how Vanderbilt is the public darling in a matchup vs. Missouri. Sammy P touches on Notre Dame and their futures odds to make the College Football Playoff. The trio also talk about Utah QB Devon Dampier's injury status vs. Colorado. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 00:40 #3 TEXAS A&M AT #20 LSU 02:53 #8 OLE MISS AT #13 OKLAHOMA 05:40 UCLA AT #2 INDIANA 11:36 #1 NORTH DAKOTA STATE AT #2 SOUTH DAKOTA STATE 13:13 VANDERBILT'S THE PUBLIC DARLING 18:17 NOTRE DAME FUTURES 22:45 2 MIN DRILL 30:06 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 24
NFL Week 8 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Can the Atlanta Falcons stay hot? If you’re looking for NFL Week 8 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 TIME TO BET THE RAVENS? 03:15 DOLPHINS @ FALCONS 05:45 COMMANDERS @ CHIEFS 07:15 BILLS @ PANTHERS 08:35 BEARS @ RAVENS 09:50 PACKERS @ STEELERS 11:30 PROP BET OF THE WEEK 12:15 GIANTS @ EAGLES 14:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 23
Week 9 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome Memphis Tigers head coach Ryan Silverfield to the show. Top Week 9 Games: Can #8 Ole Miss bounce back against #13 Oklahoma? Will #10 Vanderbilt keep things going against #15 Missouri? Can #22 Texas win at Mississippi State? That and so much more on this Week 9 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:00 CONFERENCES TO MAKE THE CFP 05:30 MEMPHIS HC RYAN SILVERFIELD 06:50 #18 SOUTH FLORIDA AT MEMPHIS 18:30 GROUP OF 6 TEAM TO MAKE CFP 21:45 UCLA AT #2 INDIANA 25:00 #23 ILLINOIS AT WASHINGTON 29:00 #8 OLE MISS AT #13 OKLAHOMA 32:00 #15 MISSOURI AT #10 VANDERBILT 35:00 #3 TEXAS A&M AT #20 LSU 38:00 OTHER TOP GAMES 53:20. FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 55:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT 58:00 BEST BETS 01:02:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 20
Week 8 of the 2025 College Football season and Week 7 of the NFL delivered total chaos — upsets, blowouts, bad beats, and season-shifting moments. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down all the action — from the Miami Hurricanes’ loss to Louisville and its impact on the College Football Playoff and ACC race , to the wild shake-up in the Top 25 , where nine ranked teams went down . The crew also dives into: The Florida Gators Firing Billy Napier — who’s the next coach in Gainesville? Notre Dame’s Surge — is #12 Notre Dame being underrated ? Heisman Watch — who’s rising and who’s fading after Week 8? Early Betting Lines for next week, including #8 Ole Miss at #13 Oklahoma Plus, they recap their best (and worst) bets of the weekend across college football and the NFL. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 TOP 25 CHAOS 02:30 BILLY NAPIER OUT AT FLORIDA 04:00 WHO WILL BE NEXT HC AT FLORIDA? 09:45 MIAMI FALLS, NOW WHAT? 13:00 WHO IS WINNING THE HEISMAN? 14:30 ALABAMA HANDLE BUSINESS IN SEC 17:00 ASU UPSETS TEXAS TECH 20:00 HOW MANY TEAM ARE BETTER THAN NOTRE DAME? 23:00 GEORGIA HANDLES OLE MISS 27:00 GEOFF IS DONE WITH IOWA 30:00 CAN DIEGO PAVIA WIN THE HEISMAN? 38:00 ARE THE COLTS FOR REAL? 46:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 53:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 17
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear, the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoffs. In this week’s episode, the crew looks at the impact that Indiana re-signing their HC Curt Cignetti to a new deal, impacts the next Penn State coach. The trio then predicts who will be running the Nittany Lions next. Moving onto the big bets of the week, they begin by breaking down #5 Ole Miss at #8 Georgia, #11 Tennessee at #6 Alabama, before discussing #14 Oklahoma at South Carolina and #20 USC at #13 Notre Dame. The guys then take a deep dive into the BNK game of the week, #23 Utah at #15 BYU.Next, in the "Walkthrough,” Sammy P, he provides an update on Arizona State's QB, Sam Leavitt, and if we'll see him on the field this Saturday. Sammy P then touches on why the Clemson line has jumped so much. Sammy wraps the "Walkthrough," with some public underdogs you should bet on ASAP. The show finishes up with the “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 00:36 CURT CIGNETTI SIGNS EXTENSION AT IU 01:23 WHO WILL BE PENN STATE'S NEXT HC? 07:47 NEXT HC TO LOSE THEIR JOB? 09:52 #5 OLE MISS AT #8 GEORGIA 12:12 #11 TENNESSEE AT #6 ALABAMA 14:58 #14 OKLAHOMA AT SOUTH CAROLINA 17:20 #20 USC AT #13 NOTRE DAME 20:07 #23 UTAH AT #15 BYU 22:10 #7 TEXAS TECH AT ARIZONA STATE 24:13 SMU AT CLEMSON 25:34 UNDERDOGS TO BET ON 27:35 2 MIN DRILL 33:34 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 17
NFL Week 7 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Will the Detroit Lions handle the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at home? If you’re looking for NFL Week 7 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 WHO WINS THE AFC EAST? 07:30 OFFENSIVE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR 10:00 BUCS @ LIONS 13:00 SAINTS @ BEARS 14:22 COLTS @ CHARGERS 16:00 PACKERS @ CARDINALS 17:30 EAGLES @ VIKINGS 18:20 DOLPHINS @ BROWNS 19:30 GEOFF'S PROP BET OF THE WEEK 20:00 SUPER 6 PROP BETS 25:00 SURVIVOR 25:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 16
Week 8 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome back Will Hill to break down all the top match ups this week in College Football. Top Week 8 Games: Who will be on top of the SEC at week's end? Can #17 Vanderbilt bounce back vs #10 LSU? Will #20 USC give #13 Notre Dame their 3rd loss? That and so much more on this Week 8 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 BEST TEAM IN THE SEC? 06:50 #20 USC vs #13 NOTRE DAME 10:30 #23 UTAH vs #15 BYU 13:00 #5 OLE MISS vs #9 GEORGIA 17:15 #11 TENNESSEE vs #6 ALABAMA 21:30 #10 LSU vs #17 VANDY 26:00 #9 OREGON vs RUTGERS 31:20 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES 41:20 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 43:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT 45:00 BEST BETS 50:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 13
Week 7 of the 2025 College Football season & Week 6 of NFL was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, bad beats & more. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets including that huge win by the Indiana Hoosiers over the Oregon Ducks. The guys discuss the biggest news in college football including the Penn State Nittany Lions firing head coach James Franklin after 12 seasons. Penn State will owe Franklin roughly $50M and the guys talk about who the next head coach could be for the Nittany Lions. They discuss who are the top teams in college football including whether or not the Indiana Hooisers should be the #1 team in the country after their win in Eugene. They also discuss the bad beat of the week where Detroit Lions Jared Goff's 1st touchdown of the game was called back after an illegal motion, which caused some pain for our friend Hank over at Barstool. The guys also give their early lines they are eyeing this week. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 PENN STATE FIRES JAMES FRANKLIN 05:30 PENN STATE'S NEXT COACH 12:00 INDIANA UPSETS OREGON 15:00 FOUR BEST CFB TEAMS 20:15 WHO ARE THE BIG TEN'S CFP TEAMS? 28:45 BAD BEATS 31:25 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 35:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 10
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear, presented by DraftKings Sportsbook — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off with the BNK Game of the Week as #1 Ohio State plays at #17 Illinois in a crucial Big Ten matchup. From there, they preview a stacked Week 7 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #7 Indiana vs. #3 Oregon, and #8 Alabama at #14 Missouri and how you should bet on both. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and the guys break down how Oklahoma QB John Mateer dealing with an injury could impact the Red River Rivalry. Sammy P touches on why he likes Old Dominion to keep covering this weekend at Marshall. The trio also talk about how North Carolina and Bill Belichick issued statements as the team is struggling this season and predict how long he'll last in Chapel Hill. The show wraps up with the “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:28 #1 OHIO STATE AT #17 ILLINOIS 04:52 #7 INDIANA AT #3 OREGON 08:40 #8 ALABAMA AT #14 MISSOURI 12:45 #6 OKLAHOMA AT TEXAS 16:18 OLD DOMINION AT MARSHALL 17:26 UNC & HC BILL BELICHICK ISSUE STATEMENTS 22:40 2 MIN DRILL 28:01 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 10
NFL Week 6 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Will the Las Vegas Raiders cover against the Tennessee Titans at home?If you’re looking for NFL Week 6 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:20 SUPER BOWL CHAMP BET 05:00 TITANS VS RAIDERS 06:30 SEAHAWKS VS JAGUARS 08:00 BILLS VS FALCONS 09:30 RAMS VS RAVENS 11:15 BRONCOS VS JETS 12:55 CARDINALS VS COLTS 14:50 LIONS VS CHIEFS 16:00 NFL PROP BETS 17:45 SURVIVOR PICK OF THE WEEK 18:15 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 9
Week 7 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome University of Ohio State's head coach Ryan Day to the show ahead of his game against the #17 Illinois Fighting Illini. Top Week 7 Games: Will #3 Oregon handle business against #7 Indiana Hoosiers? Can #1 Ohio State handle #17 Illinois on the road? Will QB John Mateer suit up for #6 Oklahoma on the road vs Auburn?That and so much more on this Week 7 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 04:30 HEISMAN CONVERSATION 06:30 RYAN DAY INTERVIEW 15:00 #7 INDIANA VS #3 OREGON 18:45 #1 OHIO STATE VS #17 ILLINOIS 23:20 #15 MICHIGAN VS USC 28:30 #8 ALABAMA VS #14 MISSOURI 30:37 #6 OKLAHOMA VS TEXAS 37:17 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES 44:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 45:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT 47:00 BEST BETS 52:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 6
Week 6 of the 2025 College Football season & Week 5 of NFL was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, bad beats & more.Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets including that huge win by the Florida Gators over the then #9 Texas Longhorns.The guys also breakdown the meltdown by the then #7 Penn State Nittany Lions against the UCLA Bruins. They discuss the nightmare situation unfolding for Bill Belichick and the North Carolina Tar Heels. They also dive into a terrible week of Bad Bets for themselves and finally look ahead to some early lines they are eyeing. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:30 UCLA BEATING PENN ST 11:00 FLORIDA TAKING DOWN TEXAS 14:00 HOW MANY TEAMS ARE PLAYOFF LOCKS? 18:00 NIGHTMARE AT UNC 23:30 BAD BEATS OF THE WEEK 37:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 43:30 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY).Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos . Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 3
Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear , presented by DraftKings Sportsbook — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off with Arkansas’ new interim head coach, Bobby Petrino, and what his return means for Razorbacks football. From there, they preview a stacked Week 6 slate featuring three marquee Top 25 matchups: #3 Miami vs. #18 Florida State , #16 Vanderbilt at #10 Alabama , and Wisconsin vs. #20 Michigan in the BNK Game of the Week. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P breaks down why sharp bettors are backing Florida and highlights a few other underdog plays worth watching. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. 00:00 INTRO 04:15 #3 MIAMI AT #18 FLORIDA STATE 08:15 #16 VANDERBILT AT #10 ALABAMA 10:45 WISCONSIN AT #20 MICHIGAN 12:30 ONE MORE SPIN ON FLORIDA 13:50 UNDERDOGS TO BET ON 14:30 SHOULD BAMA BE GIVING UP MORE POINTS? 15:40 2 MIN DRILL 19:55 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 3
NFL Week 5 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Which WRs will lead the week in the receiving yards and which QB will lead the week in passing yards?! If you’re looking for NFL Week 5 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 MVP CONVO 05:30 RAVENS vs TEXANS 09:23 BRONCOS vs EAGLES 10:10 COMMANDERS VS CHARGERS 11:10 VIKINGS VS BROWNS 14:10 SUPER 6 16:12 COWBOYS VS JETS 18:30 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY).Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos . Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 2
Week 6 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome University of Miami's QB Carson Beck to the show ahead of his game against the #18 Florida State Seminoles. Top Week 6 Games: Will #3 Miami handle business against #18 Florida State? Can #16 Vanderbilt upset #10 Alabama again? Will Florida steal one away from #9 Texas?That and so much more on this Week 6 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:10 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 06:20 CARSON BECK INTERVIEW 13:15 #9 TEXAS VS FLORIDA 16:00 #22 ILLINOIS VS PURDUE 17:15 #3 MIAMI VS FSU 22:10 #16 VANDERBILT VS #10 ALABAMA 28:50 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES 40:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 43:00 BEST BETS 48:00 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY).Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos . Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 29
Week 5 of the 2025 College Football season & Week 4 of NFL was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, blocked field goals, bad beats & more! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets including the white out game between the Oregon Ducks & Penn State Nittany Lions. The guys also breakdown the big win by the Alabama Crimson Tide over the Georgia Bulldogs & take a quick look at the Heisman odds. The trio next hits on the Kansas City Chiefs big win over the Baltimore Ravens & what's next for both teams. They finish up the show by revealing the early line you should wager on now! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:07 OREGON VS PENN ST 11:55 ALABAMA VS GEORGIA 19:08 HEISMAN UPDATE 22:45 BEST FUTURE BETS FOR CHIEFS & RAVENS 29:35 BAD BEATS OF THE WEEK 36:15 EARLY LINES TO BET 44:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26
Welcome to Bruce and The Bear, presented by DraftKings Sportsbook — your go-to college football betting podcast each week. Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich bring sharp analysis, insider insights, and expert betting angles on the biggest games of the week. In this episode, the crew dives into a massive Week 5 slate featuring three marquee Top 25 showdowns: #6 Oregon at #3 Penn State, #21 USC at #23 Illinois, and #17 Alabama at #5 Georgia. Can Alabama deliver in Athens, and why are the sharps lining up behind the Tide? The guys also take a closer look at the wide-open Heisman race and search for this year’s “Indiana." Bruce then reveals when Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer is expected to return to action, before Bear wraps up with his 2 minute drill. Whether you’re betting the board or just locked into the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear gives you the edge you need every week. CHAPTERS 00:00 INTRO 02:12 #6 OREGON AT #3 PENN ST 07:28 #21 USC AT #23 ILLINOIS 12:23 #17 ALABAMA AT #5 GEORGIA 16:07 SHARPS LOVE BAMA 17:38 THIS YEAR'S "INDIANA" 18:45 HEISMAN RACE 21:55 2 MIN DRILL XXXX OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26
NFL Week 4 is here, and we’ve got the best NFL betting picks you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich reveal their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Geoff shares his favorite NFL Week 4 prop bet before the gang predicts which WR will have the most receiving yards this weekend. The squad wraps up with their official Survivor pick for Week 4. If you’re looking for NFL Week 4 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 00:45 CHIEFS AT RAVENS 5:25 COLTS AT RAMS 7:30 PANTHERS AT PATRIOTS 10:30 TITANS AT TEXANS 14:00 TWO WIN TOTALS TO WAGER ON NOW 18:15 WHICH WR WILL HAVE THE MOST RECEIVING YARDS? 24:25 WEEK 4 SURVIVOR PICK 25:40 OUTRO (edited) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25
Week 5 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks!Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome back Fox Sports Gambling Analyst Will Hill to the show to breakdown the biggest games in Week 5 of College Football. Top Week 5 Games: Can James Franklin & #3 Penn State taken down #6 Oregon? Can #13 Alabama bounce back and beat #5 Georgia? Will #22 Notre Dame right the ship against Arkansas? Will Washington upset #1 Ohio State at home? That and so much more on this Week 5 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:50 #6 OREGON vs #3 PENN STATE 06:15 #13 ALABAMA VS #5 GEORGIA 09:30 #21 USC VS #23 ILLINOIS 12:50 #1 OHIO STATE VS WASHINGTON 16:35 #22 NOTRE DAME VS ARKANSAS 18:30 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES 30:15 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER 32:30 FAVORITE UNDERDOG TO WIN 35:15 BEST BETS 39:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 22
Week 4 of the 2025 College Football season & Week 3 of NFL was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, blocked field goals, bad beats & more.Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets including the HUGE win by the Indiana Hoosiers over the Illinois Fighting Illini. They also talk about the plethora of bad beats this week including Auburn vs Oklahoma, Rams vs Eagles & more!Finally, the guys look ahead to some big games including the #6 Oregon Ducks going on the road to take on the #3 Penn State Nittany Lions and the #1 Ohio State Buckeyes going on the road for the first time this season taking on the Washington Huskies. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 03:30 INDIANA BEATS ILLINOIS 11:00 #6 OREGON VS #3 PENN ST 17:50 #1 OHIO STATE VS WASHINGTON 20:45 BAD BEATS OF THE WEEK 32:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 41:00 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY).Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos . Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 19
Welcome to Bruce and The Bear , presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Each week, Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman & Sammy Panayotovich break down the biggest games, sharp betting angles, and insider insights to help you win your wagers. In this week’s episode, we preview Week 4 of college football with three massive Top 25 showdowns: Texas Tech at Utah, Illinois at Indiana, and Auburn at Oklahoma. Is Auburn primed for another Hugh Freeze upset against the Sooners? We also look at Florida at Miami, with updates on Arch Manning and LaNorris Sellers as well. Intro (0:00) #17 Texas Tech at #16 Utah (1:52) #9 Illinois at #19 Indiana (4:45) #22 Auburn at #11 Oklahoma (7:28) South Carolina at #23 Missouri (11:33) Florida at #4 Miami (13:41) Arch Manning update (19:06) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 19
NFL Week 3 has arrived & our gambling experts are sharing the five best bets you should wager right now! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich join together once again to reveal the best NFL bets of Week 3. The group begins by going through their five top wagers to focus on right now. Next, they walk through their favorite Week 3 prop & bonus bets, before predicting which QB will have the most passing yards. The trio wraps up the show with their Survivor pick for Week 3. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 1:35 BETTING BIG FAVORITES 5:22 RAMS AT EAGLES 7:00 CARDINALS AT 49ERS 7:33 TEXANS AT JAGUARS 10:20 BRONCOS AT CHARGERS 12:00 COWBOYS AT BEARS 13:35 STEELERS AT PATRIOTS 15:15 GEOFF’S SUPER PROP OF THE WEEK 15:54 SUPER 6 - WHICH QB WILL THROW FOR MOST YARDS? 17:50 WEEK 3 SURVIVOR PICK 20:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 18
Week 4 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Joey McGuire Interview – Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire joins Bear Bets to chat before the #17 Texas Tech Raiders big matchup against the #16 Utah Utes. Top Week 4 Games: Can John Mateer lead #11 Oklahoma past #22 Auburn? Who wins the Big Ten clash between #9 Illinois & #19 Indiana? Will #4 Miami cover against Florida? Will #21 Michigan handle business at Nebraska? That and so much more on this Week 4 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:20 WHICH TEAMS ARE ELITE? 06:00 TEXAS TECH'S JOEY MCGUIRE INTERVIEW 15:00 #11 OKLAHOMA VS #22 AUBURN 18:15 #9 ILLINOIS VS #19 INDIANA 21:25 #17 TEXAS TECH VS #16 UTAH 25:00 FLORIDA VS #4 MIAMI 31:00 OTHER TOP GAMES 43:00 WOULD YOU RATHER CFB EDITION 52:00 FULL BET RECAP 56:00 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos. Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 15
Week 3 of the 2025 College Football season & Week 2 of NFL was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, bad beats & more. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets including the Houston Cougars to cover against the Colorado Buffaloes & the wild Georgia vs Tennessee game. The guys also talk about the state of the ACC after the Clemson Tigers fall again and the Miami Hurricanes taking care of business against University of South Florida. They also discuss whether or not the Notre Dame Fighting Irish can still make the College Football Playoff if they run the table to finish 10-2 after two tough losses to start the year. Geoff & Sammy P dive into the terrible bad beat in the Penn State game & more! Finally, the guys look ahead and circle some early Week 4 College Football lines they are eyeing including #9 Illinois @ #19 Indiana. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:30 ACC TALK: CLEMSON DOWN, MIAMI UP 12:00 WILL NOTRE DAME MAKE THE PLAYOFF? 17:20 BAD BEAT OF THE WEEK: PENN STATE 23:00 CHIEFS START 0-2. TIME TO JUMP IN? 32:30 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 38:45 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY).Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos . Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 12
On this week’s show, Bruce and Bear break down a loaded college football slate highlighted by #6 Georgia vs #15 Tennessee in Knoxville. Can the Vols finally crack the code against Kirby Smart’s Bulldogs, or will Georgia make it nine straight wins? We also head to Death Valley where #3 LSU hosts Florida. Bruce explains why Brian Kelly’s Tigers look like the better team on both sides of the ball. From there it’s off to South Beach, where Miami faces #18 South Florida in a suddenly top-25 matchup. Can USF’s dual-threat QB Byrum Brown keep the Bulls within the number, or is Miami too strong at home? Sammy P joins for The Walkthrough with sportsbook insights, including rumors swirling about Ole Miss QB Austin Simmons, public action piling on Georgia, and why Texas A&M at Notre Dame could be a playoff pivot game. We wrap up with the Two Minute Drill, flying through cupcake week in the Big Ten and a sneaky ACC play with Clemson at Georgia Tech. Intro: 0:00 #6 Georgia at #15 Tennessee: 2:08 Florida at #3 LSU: 4:46 #18 South Florida at #5 Miami: 9:13 Arkansas at #17 Ole Miss: 12:36 #16 Texas A&M at #8 Notre Dame: 16:03 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 12
Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season is here & our gambling experts are revealing the five best bets you need to place immediately, plus their favorite bonus props & futures to wager. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich have crunched all the numbers, submerged themselves in the research & are now ready to share their NFL betting strategies. The trio starts off by going through their five top wagers to focus on this weekend. Next, they reveal their favorite Week 2 prop bets, before giving you future bets that you need to lock in now. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 1:45 EALGES VS CHIEFS 5:42 JAGUARS VS BENGALS 7:24 PATRIOTS VS DOLPHINS 10:28 GIANTS VS DALLAS 13:00 RAIDERS VS CHARGERS 14:52 CONCERNS FOR LIONS 17:35 BEST BETS 21:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 11
Week 3 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! David Pollack Interview – College Football Hall Of Famer David Pollack joins the show ahead of the big matchup between the #6 Georgia Bulldogs and #15 Tennessee Volunteers. He also chats the other big games around the SEC including Wisconsin vs #19 Alabama. Top Week 3 Games: Can Florida bounce back against #3 LSU? Can #12 Clemson take down Georgia Tech? Does #18 South Florida have a chance against #5 Miami? Can #4 Oregon keep things going against Northwestern? That and so much more on this Week 3 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 03:00 FUTURE BETS AFTER WEEK 2 06:00 DAVID POLLACK INTERVIEW 30:00 GEORGIA VS TENNESSEE 33:00 CLEMSON VS GEORGIA TECH 36:30 USF VS MIAMI 40:00 REST OF THE TOP GAMES 52:40 BEST BETS 57:25 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY).Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos . Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 8
Week 2 of the 2025 College Football season was packed with upsets, blow out wins, bad beats & more. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets from Week 2 including the Kansas vs Missouri, Ole Miss vs Kentucky, Michigan vs Oklahoma & more. The Kansas vs Missouri game might have a bad beat that the guys think about for a while. Finally, the guys look ahead and circle some early Week 3 College Football lines they are eyeing including the #6 Georgia Bulldogs vs #15 Tennessee Volunteers. CHAPTERS: 00:00 DISCLAIMER 01:35 INTRO 02:30 WEEKEND RECAP 05:30 DUKE VS ILLINOIS 09:45 BAD BEATS 18:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING 23:00 OUTRO GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos. Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 5
Bruce Feldman, Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Sammy Panayotovich dive into a couple of classic rivalries and the Top 25 showdown this week. We kick things off with the Cy-Hawk rivalry, as Iowa travels to Ames to face #16 Iowa State, analyzing QB play from Mark Gronowski and Rocco Becht, defensive matchups, and why history says the total will go under. Then it’s the Border War, with Kansas heading to Missouri... can the Jayhawks cover as underdogs? The marquee clash is #15 Michigan vs #18 Oklahoma, where sharp betting movement helps shape the outlook. Plus, Sammy P joins us for The Walkthrough to reveal the insider information from the sportsbook. Make sure to tune in EVERY Friday for Bruce & The Bear where we give you insights, betting trends, and expert picks to prepare you for college football Saturday. Intro: (0:00) Iowa vs #16 Iowa State: (1:50) Kansas at Mizzou (4:99) #15 Michigan at #18 Oklahoma: (6:58) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 5
Do you like winning money? Bear Bets has you covered! Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season is here & our gambling experts are revealing the five best bets you need to place immediately, plus their favorite bonus props & futures to wager. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich have crunched all the numbers, submerged themselves in the research & are now ready to share their NFL betting strategies. The trio starts off by going through their five top wagers to focus on this weekend. Next, they reveal their favorite Week 1 prop bets, before giving you three future bets that you need to lock in now. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 1:31 LIONS AT PACKERS 3:58 DOLPHINS AT COLTS 5:20 RAIDERS AT PATRIOTS 17:15 BUCCANEERS AT FALCONS 8:30 TITANS AT BRONCOS 9:40 FAVORITE FUTURE WAGER 17:45 SURVIVOR PICK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 5
Week 2 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Matt Campbell Interview – Iowa State Cyclones head coach joins the show ahead of Iowa State vs Iowa rivalry game to break down the matchup and what to expect this season. Top Week 2 Games: Can Iowa State beat Iowa once again? Can Michigan take down Oklahoma in Norman? Can Duke pull off the upset of Illinois? Can Arch Manning & Texas Longhorns bounce back? That and so much more on this Week 2 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:30 TEAMS WE'RE WORRIED ABOUT 04:25 MATT CAMPBELL INTERVIEW 10:30 TOP COLLEGE FOOTBALL GAMES 15:40 IOWA VS IOWA ST 20:30 OKLA ST VS OREGON 23:10 OTHER CFB GAMES 31:30 BEST BETS 35:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 2
Week 1 of the 2025 College Football season was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, bad beats & more.Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets from Week 1 including the Miami Hurricanes win over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Florida State's upset of Alabama & more. The guys also highlight the most impressive wins from Week 1 and also some preseason takes they might want back like Dylan Raiola & Nebraska's breakout season.Finally, the guys look ahead and circle some early Week 2 College Football lines they are eyeing including Michigan's team total under vs the Oklahoma Sooners. CHAPTERS: ALABAMA VS. FLORIDA ST. (5:00) LSU VS. CLEMSON (8:00) UTAH VS. UCLA (9:20) TCU VS. UNC (13:30) PRESEASON TAKE WE WANT BACK (16:20) WORST BEAT OF THE WEEK (25:00) WEEK 2 EARLY LINES (26:52) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 29
BRUCE & THE BEAR IS BACK! Chris "Bear" Fallica, Bruce Feldman and Sammy Panayotovich dive into an action-packed Week 1 slate headlined by three Top 10 matchups. The guys open with #1 Texas at #3 Ohio State in Columbus. Will Arch Manning live up to the hype? Bruce and Bear then head to Death Valley where #9 LSU visits #4 Clemson. LSU hasn’t won a Week 1 game in over 2,000 days, and the crew debates whether Garrett Nussmeier can finally deliver as a first-round caliber QB. Next, the focus shifts to #6 Notre Dame at #10 Miami, Bear highlights public money on ND but sharps siding with Miami, making this a key betting storyline. Sammy P then joins us for The Walkthrough, breaking down line moves for #1 Texas vs #3 Ohio State, plus insights on #8 Alabama vs Florida State and Hawaii at Arizona. The episode wraps with the Two-Minute Drill, spotlighting potential Power 4 vs Group of 5 upsets. Can UTSA make a run to the CFP? Make sure to tune into Bruce and the Bear every Friday during the college football season for all your gambling needs. Intro: (0:00) #1 Texas at #3 Ohio State (1:13) #9 LSU at #4 Clemson (4:45) #6 Notre Dame at #10 Miami (9:45) #8 Alabama at Florida State (15:29) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 27
Week 1 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Mario Cristobal Interview: Miami Hurricanes head coach joins the show ahead of Miami vs Notre Dame to break down the matchup and what to expect this season. Texas vs Ohio State Preview & Betting Picks: Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich dive into one of the biggest Week 1 games. Which rookie QB can be trusted? Are they betting the over or under? Full analysis of the Longhorns vs Buckeyes showdown on FOX. Other Top Week 1 Games Covered: Bill Belichick’s debut as head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels, Clemson vs LSU, Alabama vs Florida State & Baylor vs Auburn. Plus, the guys break down the viral Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift engagement betting odds! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 BIGGEST QUESTIONS HEADING INTO THE SEASON 06:10 MARIO CRISTOBAL INTERVIEW 17:15 TEXAS VS OHIO STATE 22:00 LSU VS CLEMSON 29:20 NOTRE DAME VS MIAMI 35:00 REST OF WEEK 1 GAMES 50:00 TAYLOR SWIFT & TRAVIS KELCE 54:30 RECAP & OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 22
The college football season is almost here, and the quarterback hype is reaching a fever pitch. This week, Bruce Feldman joins the show to give us the inside scoop involving big-name QBs heading into Week 1. Is Arch Manning really the next Joe Burrow? Coach O says so, and Bruce gives you the buzz he’s hearing out of Austin as Texas at Ohio State battle looms next week. Speaking of the Buckeyes, the buzz is all about Julian Sayin out of Columbus and the recently named the Ohio State starting QB. Sayin’s accuracy and fit in Brian Hartline’s offense could make him a breakout star in 2025. We also look at Notre Dame’s CJ Carr, the Clemson’s national title chances, and inside scoop surrounding Alabama’s Ty Simpson in Tuscaloosa. Plus, Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich give their insight on Fresno State vs. Kansas, Stanford vs. Hawaii, and other Week 0 bets you need to hammer. Arch Madness: Buzz out of Austin (3:12) What they Sayin about Julian (5:33) In CJ Carr we trust at Notre Dame? (9:16) Clemson for the National Title? (14:14) Ty Simpson expectations at Alabama (20:16) Week 0 Bets (28:24) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 18
College football futures are heating up, and this week we bring in Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews — Heisman voter and preseason rankings expert — to break it all down. We dive deep into the 2025 Heisman Trophy race, analyzing top contenders like Texas Quarterback Arch Manning, Clemson Quarterback Cade Klubnik, and Ohio State wideout Jeremiah Smith. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz and Sammy Panayotovich also share their thoughts on dark-horse candidates, including Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love. We explore Brett’s Top 10 preseason rankings, from No. 1 Penn State to No. 10 LSU, highlighting one overrated and one underrated team by the general public heading into 2025. Plus, we tackle national title odds… who will win it all? The crew then builds CFP parlay bets with value plays from Notre Dame, Miami, Oregon, Penn State and more. We even discusses expectations for Bill Belichick’s North Carolina squad… If you’re betting Heisman futures, eyeing national title value, or building a playoff parlay, this episode is your edge for the 2025 college football season. Intro: (0:00) Heisman Futures: (2:38) Overrated, Underrated Top 25 teams: (9:49) Team outside of Top 10 to make CFP: (15:50) National Championship Futures: (27:23) Build your own CFP Future Parlay: (36:29) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 14
Chris "Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz and Sammy Panayotovich break down the NFL teams they do not trust to bet on this season. Defending Super Bowl Champs Philadelphia Eagles, Los Angeles Rams, and Los Angeles Chargers all have had HUGE injuries in preseason and the guys discuss whether or not it hinders betting on them. Are the New England Patriots a team that is 4.5 wins better than last year? Will Sam Darnold repeat his stellar season last year? Will the Cincinnati Bengals bring enough defense to support their offense? Can the Detroit Lions overcome their daunting schedule? All of these questions and more answered on this episode of Bear Bets: NFL Teams We Don't Trust.Looking for College Football Teams We Don't Trust? Check out that episode after this! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:50 INJURIES AFFECTING RAMS, CHARGERS, EAGLES 18:00 TEAMS BEAR DOESN'T TRUST 27:55 TEAMS SAMMY P DOES'T TRUST 31:17 TEAMS GEOFF DOESN'T TRUST 40:00 BEST BETS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 12
In this episode, Chris "Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz and Sammy Panayotovich break down the most overrated teams in the 2025 college football season. Can Florida survive a brutal schedule? Is Illinois being propped up by hype? Does Tennessee’s youth movement at key spots mean growing pains are coming? Plus, we’re selling some popular offseason narratives. Penn State has the 2nd-best playoff odds... are the Nittany Lions trustworthy under James Franklin? Michigan’s "bounce back" hype gets debunked, and the idea that the Big 12 has multiple playoff contenders? We’re not buying it. We also give a PSA on the infamous “Solo Cup” fan bets and close with another round of best college football futures bets for 2025. Make sure to stay tuned for our NFL podcast dropping later in the week. Intro: (0:00) Teams we don't trust: Florida, Illinois & more (6:23) PSA: Don't make open ended bets online (30:43) Selling Storylines: Penn State, Michigan & more: (32:00) Betting Cards: (49:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 7
Bear Bets is back and better than ever as Chris "Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down everything you need to know about NFL win totals for the 2025 season! Will the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles suffer a Super Bowl hangover? Can Aaron Rodgers and Mike Tomlin lead the Steelers back to the playoffs? And what Dallas Cowboys team are we getting this year? The crew dives deep into the biggest questions heading into the season and reveals the win total bets they’re sprinting to the window to make — including plays on the Giants, Vikings, and more. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:30 Eagles Super Bowl Hangover? 07:50 New Look Steelers? 13:45 What Cowboys Team Shows Up? 19:45 Win Totals We're Running To Make 38:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 4
Bear Bets is back! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich return to get you ready for the 2025 college football season with their favorite win total bets. The trio kicks things off by debating the strategy of betting unders on some of the sport’s top title contenders. Would you fade Alabama, Georgia, Texas, or Clemson this year? They then reveal their favorite over and under win total picks. Do we believe in the hype surrounding South Carolina and Illinois? Also featured: live bears, MACtion madness, and a Cam Rising tribute as we induct him into the Bear Bets Parlay Pantheon. Intro (0:00) Fade Texas? (4:43) Ryan Williams & Jonathan Smith vs the field (8:08) Do we believe in the Clemson hype? (11:50) Favorite Win Totals (18:45) MACtion (26:31) LIVE Bear in Bear's backyard?! (31:06) WORST Beats of 2024 (37:15) Full Betting Card Recap (48:23) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 3
Get ready for the 2025 Belmont Stakes with expert betting analysis! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz return with a full preview of the Belmont Stakes and are joined by horse racing insider Mike Joyce to break down the big race. Later, the Gambling Group Chat fires up as betting experts Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich join the show to deliver their top picks and predictions for Belmont Stakes, NBA Finals Best Bets, Stanley Cup Final Predictions. Whether you're looking for horse racing tips, NBA Finals odds, or Stanley Cup betting strategies, this episode has everything you need to make smarter bets. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:15 Belmont Stakes With Mike Joyce 05:00 Journalism vs Sovereignty 26:30 Gambling Group Chat 35:00 NHL Playoffs 43:15 NBA Finals 54:42 Best Bets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 29
Chris “Bear” Fallica & Geoff Schwartz are back for another Gambling Group Chat and are joined by betting experts Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich. This week, the crew dives into key sports betting markets and top picks, including: 2025 NFL Win Totals & College Football Win Predictions Early 2025 Belmont Stakes Preview and Betting Analysis College World Series Odds, Futures & Best Bets Whether you're looking for smart futures plays, expert opinions, or sharp angles on the week’s biggest events, this episode has it all. CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro 05:00 - NFL Over/Under Win Totals 25:00 - College Football Over/Under Win Totals 49:25 - College Baseball World Series 56:00 - Early Belmont Stakes Preview 01:00:00 - Best Bets Subscribe to Bear Bets for weekly sports betting content, sharp analysis, and top picks from Chris Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and guests. Follow us on social: @bearbetspod Follow the crew: @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 21
Geoff Schwartz is joined by NASCAR insider Bob Pockrass to break down everything you need to know before betting on the 2025 Indianapolis 500. Will Josef Newgarden, Pato O’Ward, or Alex Palou take the checkered flag?Later, Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich join Geoff for the Gambling Group Chat, diving into: College Football, Basketball & Baseball Title Futures NFL Futures & Win Totals after the 2025 NFL schedule release NBA Playoffs Picks Best MLB Bets Whether you're into motorsports, college futures, or pro betting action, we’ve got you covered with expert insights and sharp plays. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:00 Bob Pockrass Previews Indy 500 18:50 Gambling Group Chat 36:15 College Sports Title Futures 40:00 NFL Win Totals 53:40 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 13
Geoff Schwartz is joined by Jeff Sherman to help preview the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow and whether or not Rory Mcilroy is the favorite. Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich join Geoff Schwartz for the Gambling Group Chat to discuss PGA Championship, NFL futures and NBA futures. They also get an update on Bear's vacation and give their Best Bets for the week. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:00 PGA Championship Betting Guide 15:15 Gambling Group Chat 24:29 NBA Playoffs 36:22 Best MLB Bets 45:15 NFL Win Total Futures 52:56 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 8
Chris 'Bear' Fallica' and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich for the Gambling Group Chat to discuss the way too early college football futures like win totals, national titles odds, Heisman odds & more. They discuss best bets left in the NBA Playoffs including whether the New York Knicks will come out of the Eastern Conference. They also discuss the NHL playoff and play Week 2 of the 'The Other Sports Cup'. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:00 Knicks vs Celtics 07:45 Pacers vs Cavs 14:38 CFB Win Totals 26:56 2026 NFL Draft 39:43 The Other Sports Cup 46:05 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 29
Chris 'Bear' Fallica' and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Mike Joyce to help preview the Kentucky Derby. The guys are once again joined by Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill for Gambling Group Chat to talk NBA Playoffs & more. The guys also give their Best Bets for the week that include the Cleveland Cavaliers & Houston Rockets. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:30 Kentucky Derby Preview With Mike Joyce 31:43 Gambling Group Chat 49:55 NBA Playoffs 57:30 The Other Sports Cup 01:06:30 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 23
Chris 'Bear' Fallica' and Geoff Schwartz are joined by The Ringer's Todd McShay to get prepped and primed for the NFL Draft this week. Will we see three quarterbacks and two running backs in the first round. Then, the boys are joined by Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich for Gambling Group Chat to talk NFL Draft, NBA playoffs, and NHL playoffs. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:00 Best NFL Draft Stories With Todd McShay 07:00 NFL Draft Preview With Todd McShay 30:30 Gambling Group Chat 42:00 How Many 1st Round QBs 49:00 NBA Playoffs 01:03:00 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 17
Chris 'Bear' Fallica' and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Mike Freer to help preview the NBA Playoffs. The guys are once again joined by Sammy Panayotovich for Gambling Group Chat to talk NBA Playoffs, NHL Playoffs, NFL Draft & more. The guys also give their Best Bets for the week that include the Colorado Rockies and Los Angeles Lakers! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:36 NBA PREVIEW WITH MIKE FREER 16:00 GAMBLING GROUP CHAT 39:09 NFL DRAFT 01:01:45 BEST BETS Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 8
Chris 'Bear' Fallica welcomes Jeff Sherman from Sportsbook to help preview The 2025 Masters Tournament. Fallica then welcomes Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich for The Gambling Group Chat to recap the Final Four, preview the Masters Tournament and look ahead to some NBA Futures with Conference Winners. Who do the guys like heading into the weekend: Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, or Rory McIlroy? CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 01:40 JEFF SHERMAN PREVIEW THE MASTERS 19:25 NCAA BASKETBALL FINAL RECAP 26:45 MASTERS BETS 38:35 NBA NEWS & FUTURES 46:40 BEST BETS Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 4
The Final Four is finally here and it's stacked with number 1 seeds. The guys are once again joined by Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill for Gambling Group Chat to talk the rest of the basketball tournament. The GGC also talks about the Masters Tournament which is around the corner and who the guys like at Augusta. They also chat the NFL Draft and go through Geoff Schwartz's NFL Mock Draft. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 FINAL FOUR 23:37 NFL MOCK DRAFT 44:50 MASTERS TOURNAMENT 55:00 BEST BETS Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 26
MLB's Opening Day is here and Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz welcome on Hall of Famer John Smoltz on to get them ready for the season. The guys are once again joined by Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill for Gambling Group Chat to talk World Series predictions, MLB Awards predictions & more! CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:00 JOHN SMOLTZ 15:00 WORLD SERIES CHAMPION 23:00 MLB AWARDS 41:30 TEAM WIN TOTALS 50:15 BEST BETS Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 25
The 2nd Weekend of the tournament is HERE! Chris "Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Will Hill & Sam Panayotovich get you set with a game-by-game preview. The Gambling Group Chat starts with the Thursday slate... is Florida the most vulnerable one seed? On Friday, Kentucky and Tennessee battle for the third time this year while Houston takes on Purdue. Geoff and Bear Wrap the podcast with their best bets of the weekend. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 3:15 East Region Preview 12:13 West Region Preview 25:00 South Region Preview 35:26 Midwest Region Preview 47:22 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 18
It's the best time of the year! Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz are joined by Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill for Gambling Group Chat to talk the college basketball tournament. The guys give their picks for favorites, dark horses and Cinderellas as well as breaking down each region. CHAPTERS: 03:40 Cinderellas We Like 06:15 Favorites We Like 11:30 Dark Horses We Like 19:10 South Region 25:40 West Region 33:00 East Region 46:00 Midwest Region 55:00 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 11
It's that time of the year again! Geoff Schwartz is joined by Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill for Gambling Group Chat to talk college basketball with conference tournaments this week. The guys show you how to tackle each conference from the SEC to BIG 12. They also might have a darkhorse pick in the ACC & BIG TEN tournaments & so much more. CHAPTERS: 04:30 ACC 10:20 BIG 12 16:30 SEC 22:00 BIG TEN 29:00 BIG EAST 49:45 BEST BET Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 6
Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz welcome Fox Sports' NFL Report Greg Auman to the show to discuss the upcoming NFL Draft and possible NFL Futures. The guys also welcome Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill for Gambling Group Chat to talk NCAA College Basketball. The Gambling Group Chat break down the conference tournaments around the corner and the NCAA Tournament not too far away! Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz CHAPTERS: 2:30 Early NFL Draft Betting Guide With Greg Auman 22:00 Gambling Group Chat 39:00 NCAA Basketball Futures 01:05:00 Best Bets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 27
Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz welcome Bob Pockrass to Bear Bets to discuss how to bet the NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. NTT INDYCAR SERIES kicks off March 2nd on FOX for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 9
The Super Bowl is here and Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz have every bet covered for you between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas Chiefs. Geoff and Bear take $100 and try to win the most money possible in Super Bowl LIX. The guys talk same game parlays, prop bets and more! Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 7
Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Will Hill preview the Super Bowl itself to give all of their prop bets they are eyeing in Super Bowl LIX. The guys also welcome on Elie Barnes of Hex Witchery to give us a look into the future for some of these prop bets. We discuss gatorade color, national anthem time, coin toss and much more! CHAPTERS: 01:40 VOODOO HIGH PRIESTESS 10:47 TAYLOR SWIFT ENGAGEMENT 17:35 GAMBLING GROUP CHAT 20:00 CHIEFS ANYTIME TD 28:00 BEAR'S PROP BETS 31:47 GEOFF'S PROP BETS 45:00 BEST BETS Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 6
Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Will Hill preview the Super Bowl itself and break down where each of these teams have an edge. Are they giving too much credit to the Philadelphia Eagles for their recent playoff stretch or are we undervaluing the playoff version of the Kansas City Chiefs? The guys give their best bets and much more! CHAPTERS: 02:30 WHICH TEAM HAS THE EDGE? 07:00 GAMBLING GROUP CHAT 10:08 OVERRATING THE EAGLES? 14:30 UNDERVALUING THE PLAYOFF CHIEFS? 19:05 WILL THE LINE SHIFT BY SUNDAY? 23:21 BEST BETS Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 4
It is officially Super Bowl week & Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sammy P and John Murray are here to take your through the big game. The guys give their early prop bets they love and more! Sammy P gives his best bet that includes a certain Kansas City Chiefs TE to go under on his receiving yards & the boys chat the Lakers' Luka Doncic trade. CHAPTERS: 01:45 EARLY SUPER BOWL PREVIEW 09:30 EARLY LOOK AT PROPS MARKET 14:30 EARLY PROPS WE LOVE 21:45 SAMMY P'S BEST BET 28:00 LUKA DONCIC TRADE Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 30
The Super Bowl is finally set and the Kansas Chiefs will be taking on the Philadelphia Eagles in a rematch. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Will Hill give a super early Super Bowl preview as well as answer some of your questions in a Super Bowl mailbag. Bear also gives his Best Bet which is a cross-sport parlay! CHAPTERS: 01:20 SUPER EARLY SUPER BOWL PREVIEW 09:40 MAILBAG QUESTIONS 14:30 WORST BEAT IN SUPER HISTORY 17:30 DOES TAILS NEVER FAIL? 26:34 EARLY SUPER BOWL BETS WE'RE TARGETING 31:34 BEAR'S BEST BET CROSS-SPORT PARLAY Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 23
Get ready for the NFC & AFC Championships! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz discuss the biggest storylines heading into the Conference Championship round. Then, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys for the Gambling Group Chat and preview every game on the slate including Chiefs-Bills, Eagles-Commanders. Finally, Bear & Geoff wrap up the show with their best bets of the weekend. CHAPTERS: 01:34 Is The Lions Window Closed? 06:00 NFC Championship Preview 12:10 AFC Championship Preview 24:10 Prop Bets 27:35 Super 6: Most Receiving Yards 37:52 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 17
THE NATIONAL TITLE IS FINALLY HERE! Bruce Feldman, Chris "Bear" Fallica and Sammy Panayotovich bring you a digestible preview of the College Football Playoff National Championship as the Ohio State Buckeyes battle the Notre Dame Fighting Irish for the crown. The guys dive into the matchups and give you the insider information and picks you need. Can Jeremiyah Love get going against the vaunted Buckeye defense? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 16
Get ready for the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz discuss the biggest storylines heading into Divisional Round. Then, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys for the Gambling Group Chat and preview every game on the slate including Ravens-Bills, Eagles-Rams, Texans-Chiefs & Lions-Commanders. Finally, Bear & Geoff wrap up the show with their best bets of the weekend. 05:27 Ravens-Bills 13:29 Eagles-Rams 21:10 Texans-Chiefs 27:23 Lions-Commanders (Super 6) 37:18 Best Bets Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 15
It all comes down to this! The college football season comes to a close in Atlanta on Monday as Ohio State battles Notre Dame for the National Championship. Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz kick off the pod by diving into the matchups. Where does Notre Dame have an edge over the dominant Buckeyes? Will Hill & Sammy Panayotovich join the guys for the Gambling Group chat to make their picks. The group also hands out their favorite prop bets of the game. To wrap the podcast, Geoff and Bear have their Best Bets ahead of Monday night. 🏈 #8 Ohio State vs #7 Notre Dame (1:44) 🏈 CFP Title Prop Bets (13:34) 💰 Best Bets (39:10) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 9
Get ready to bet on the NFL Playoffs! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz discuss the biggest storylines heading into Wild Card weekend. Then, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys for the Gambling Group Chat and preview every game on the slate including Eagles-Packers, Buccaneers-Commanders, Rams-Vikings, Texans-Chargers, Ravens-Steelers, and Bills-Broncos. Finally, Bear & Geoff wrap up the show with their best bets of the weekend. Biggest Storylines: 2:41 Packers @ Eagles: 5:17 Commanders @ Buccaneers: 9:06 Vikings @ Rams: 14:22 Chargers @ Texans: 17:55 Steelers @ Ravens: 23:15 Broncos @ Bills: 37:39 Best Bets: 48:34 Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 7
THE CFP SEMIFINALS ARE HERE! Chris "Bear" Fallica, Bruce Feldman and Sammy Panayotovich preview the Orange and Cotton Bowls to give you and edge. Ohio State has been on a roll and is now the betting favorite to win it all. Where does Texas have and edge? In the Orange Bowl, Notre Dame is laying the points versus Penn State. What is the latest on the health status for Jeremiyah Love and Abdul Carter? To wrap the podcast, Bruce Feldman has some insider information from NFL scouts involving Penn State quarterback Drew Allar. Can he be the #1-overall pick if he declares for the draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 6
WE ARE DOWN TO THE FINAL FOUR! Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz kick around the futures market to start the show. Is there value left with Ohio State being the run-away favorite? In the Gambling Group Chat, Will Hill & Sam Panayotovich dive into the matchups in the Orange & Cotton Bowls. Will Ohio State keep rolling and cover against Texas? Can Penn State upset the favored Fighting Irish? To wrap the show, Geoff and Bear hand out their best bets of the semifinal round. 🏈 #6 Penn State vs #7 Notre Dame (4:33) 🏈 #5 Texas vs #8 Ohio State (9:54) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets (33:47) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 2
Get ready to bet on Week 18 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are joined by FOX Sports’ Danny Parkins to discuss which teams should rest their starters for the regular season finale and preview the huge matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings. Then, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys for the Gambling Group Chat and more Week 18 games including Steelers-Bengals, Ravens-Browns, Buccaneers-Saints, Broncos-Chiefs, Jets-Dolphins, Cowboys-Commanders, Packers-Bears, Raiders-Chargers, and Rams-Seahawks! Next, Bear & Geoff wrap up the show with their best bets. Vikings @ Lions: 05:39 Bengals @ Steelers: 20:53 Browns @ Ravens: 26:01 (Super 6) Saints @ Buccaneers: 31:48 Chiefs @ Broncos: 37:53 Dolphins @ Jets: 42:14 Commanders @ Cowboys: 44:42 Bears @ Packers: 47:54 Chargers @ Raiders: 51:09 Seahawks @ Rams: 54:24 Best Bets: 57:22 Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 30, 2024
THE CFP QUARTERFINALS ARE HERE! Chris "Bear" Fallica & Bruce Feldman get you set with a game by game preview. The duo starts with the Grandaddy of Them All, The Rose Bowl, where Oregon and Ohio State battle in an epic rematch of one of the best games of the regular-season. Can either Arizona State or Boise State pull off the upset? Bear and Bruce then bring in Sammy Panayotovich to dive into the Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Notre Dame. Can the Dawgs slow down the Irish ground attack? 🏈 #8 Ohio State vs #1 Oregon (1:06) 🏈 #6 Penn State vs #3 Boise State (5:59) 🏈 #5 Texas vs #4 Arizona State (9:44) 🏈 #7 Notre Dame vs #2 UGA (17:53) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 27, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 17 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by breaking down how injuries are affecting the top teams in the NFL. Then, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys for the Gambling Group Chat and preview some of the Week 17 games in the NFL including Vikings-Packers, Commanders-Falcons, Eagles-Cowboys, Buccaneers-Panthers, and Bills-Jets! Finally, Bear and Geoff share their best bets of the week! Christmas Day Reaction: 1:15 Super 6 - Packers @ Vikings: 6:38 Falcons @ Commanders: 12:59 Chargers @ Patriots: 20:21 Broncos @ Bengals: 25:08 Cardinals @ Rams: 27:46 Cowboys @ Eagles: 31:22 Panthers @ Buccaneers: 34:57 Jets @ Bills: 38:34 Best Bets: 48:36 Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 26, 2024
The College Football Playoff Quarterfinals are set! Chris "Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz dive into the title futures market to kick off the show. Is Ohio State the team to beat? The guys are then joined by Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich to go game by game in the quarterfinals. Will Boise State or Arizona State pull off the upset? To wrap the podcast, Geoff and Bear hand out their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. 🏈 #7 Notre Dame vs #2 UGA (6:50) 🏈 #8 Ohio State vs #1 Oregon (11:08) 🏈 #5 Texas vs #4 Arizona State (20:14) 🏈 #6 Penn State vs #3 Boise State (26:49) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (52:34) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 20, 2024
The inaugural 12-team playoff is HERE! Chris "Bear" Fallica and Bruce Feldman get you ready with a game-by-game preview. The duo kicks things off in Columbus, Ohio, where the Tennessee Volunteers will battle the Ohio State Buckeyes. They also dive into Texas hosting Clemson and SMU traveling to Penn State. Bear and Bruce then bring in our favorite, Sammy Panayotovich, to give you an edge with news from the sportsbooks. Is Indiana the team with the best chance at an upset in the first-round at Notre Dame? 🏈 #9 Tennessee at #8 Ohio State (1:37) 🏈 #11 SMU at #6 PSU (5:33) 🏈 #12 Clemson at #5 Texas (11:10) 🏈 #10 Indiana at #7 Notre Dame (16:07) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 19, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 16 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by breaking down how injuries are affecting the top teams in the NFL. Then, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys for the Gambling Group Chat and preview some of the Week 16 games in the NFL including Commanders-Eagles, Ravens-Steelers, Chargers-Broncos, Chiefs-Texans, Seahawks-Vikings, Jets-Rams, Panthers-Cardinals, Dolphins-49ers, Cowboys-Buccaneers, and who will win the Coach of the Year? Finally, Bear and Geoff share their best bets of the week! Gambling Group Chat: 5:38 Super 6 - Eagles @ Commanders: 5:49 Steelers @ Ravens: 11:22 Awards: 18:40 Texans @ Chiefs: 26:19 Vikings @ Seahawks: 29:38 Rams @ Jets: 32:47 Cardinals @ Panthers: 35:24 49ers @ Dolphins: 37:26 Buccaneers @ Cowboys: 40:52 Best Bets: 50:12 Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 18, 2024
The 12-TEAM COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF IS FINALLY HERE!! Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz kick off this edition of Bear Bets with a look back at the bets we want back from the college football regular season. Will Hill & Sammy Panayotovich join the guys to preview every single first-round CFP matchup. The GGC begins with the Friday night matchup in South Bend between Indiana and Notre Dame. Can Tennessee pull off the upset of Ohio State? To wrap the podcast, Geoff and Bear hand out their best bets for this weekend's action. 🏈 #10 Indiana at #7 Notre Dame (5:49) 🏈 #9 Tennessee AT #8 Ohio State (9:43) 🏈 #12 Clemson at #5 Texas (17:44) 🏈 #11 SMU at #6 PSU (23:34) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (50:19) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 12, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 15 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by debating which team will ultimately get the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft? Then, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys for the Gambling Group Chat and preview some of the Week 15 games in the NFL including Steelers at Eagles, Bills at Lions, Rams at 49ers, Packers at Seahawks, Buccaneers at Chargers, Dolphins at Texans, Colts at Broncos, Chiefs at Browns, Commanders at Saints, and Bears at Vikings. Finally, Bear and Geoff share their best bets of the week! Gambling Group Chat: 5:22 Super 6 - Steelers @ Eagles: 5:35 Bills @ Lions: 11:18 Rams @ 49ers: 17:24 Packers @ Seahawks: 23:39 Buccaneers @ Chargers: 28:40 Chiefs @ Browns: 32:25 Dolphins @ Texans: 39:41 Bears @ Vikings: 44:25 Best Bets: 47:00 Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 11, 2024
The College Football Playoff Bracket is set! Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz dive into title futures and the issues with the format to kick off the show. The duo is then joined by Will Hill & Sam Panayotovich for the Gambling Group Chat for a look at the college football playoff futures market. How much chaos are we expecting in the opening round? The guys also place a few of their favorite bets in the other bowl matchups including Alabama vs Michigan, Tulane vs Florida, and much more. Can Navy pull off the upset this weekend against rivals Army? Geoff and Bear wrap the podcast with the Best Bets Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. 🏈 Army vs Navy (5:17) 🏈 CFP Lookahead (9:32) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (45:37) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 6, 2024
The postseason is upon us, and Bruce Feldman & Chris "Bear" Fallica get you set for conference championships with a massive preview. The duo starts with Penn State taking on Oregon in the Big Ten title before heading to Atlanta where Texas will battle Georgia for the SEC crown. Bear and Bruce then bring on one of our favorites, Sammy Panayotovich, to preview the ACC, Mountain West, Big 12 title games and more. What is the biggest liability for the books this weekend and beyond? We wrap the podcast talking the wild story of Bill Belichick interviewing with North Carolina for their open head coaching position. Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 5, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 14 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by debating which teams are going to secure the No. 1 seed in the AFC and NFC? Then in this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 14 games in the NFL including Bills at Rams, Chargers at Chiefs, Packers at Lions, Seahawks at Cardinals, Falcons at Vikings, Bears at 49ers, Bengals at Cowboys, and Browns at Steelers. Gambling Group Chat: 5:55 Super 6 - Bills @ Rams: 6:18 Chargers @ Chiefs: 10:09 Packers @ Lions: 14:37 Falcons @ Vikings: 21:05 Seahawks @ Cardinals: 26:00 Bears @ 49ers: 32:36 Bengals @ Cowboys: 40:07 Browns @ Steelers: 43:03 Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 4, 2024
The regular season has come and gone and it is time to crown conference champions. Chris "Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off our title weekend preview with a quick CFP rankings chat. Who will get the coveted 5 seed? In the Gambling Group Chat, the guys are joined by our favorites, Will Hill & Sammy Panayotovich, to dive into all the big matchups including #3 Penn State vs #1 Oregon in the Big Ten Title game, #20 UNLV at #10 Boise State in the Mountain West title game, and much more. Can Texas get revenge in the rematch against Georgia in the SEC Championship? Bear and Geoff wrap the podcast, as always, with their Best Bets presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. 🏈 #3 Penn State vs #1 Oregon (7:48) 🏈 #5 Georgia vs #2 Texas (11:30) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (55:00) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 29, 2024
RIVALRY WEEK IS OFF AND RUNNING! Bruce Feldman and Chris "Bear" Fallica get you set for a loaded slate. Michigan takes on Ohio State in Columbus in the 120th edition of The Game. Will Ryan Day and company run up the score? The duo also breaks down Texas at Texas A&M and South Carolina at Clemson. Up next, one of our favorites, Sammy Panayotovich, joins us to take us inside the book. Will Auburn continue their run of chaos and take down the Alabama? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 28, 2024
Rivalry Week is FINALLY HERE! Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz get things started with a look at the conference title futures market. Is UNLV a good play to win the Mountain West? The duo is then joined by Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich to dive into all the massive matchup this week including Michigan at Ohio State, Texas at Texas A&M, Arizona State at Arizona and much more. Can a three-loss team make the College Football Playoffs? 🏈 #3 Texas 5 at #20 Texas A&M (6:39) 🏈 Michigan at #2 Ohio State (47:19) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (59:55) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 27, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 13 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz start off by discussing their favorite Thanksgiving food and dive into the OPOY odds. Then in this week’s Gambling Group Chat, Sammy P & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 13 games in the NFL including Bears at Lions, Giants at Cowboys, Dolphins at Packers, Raiders at Chiefs, Eagles at Ravens, Steelers at Bengals, Cardinals at Vikings, and 49ers at Bills. To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Gambling Group Chat: (7:26) Bears @ Lions: (8:46) Giants @ Cowboys: (18:43) Dolphins @ Packers: (26:39) Raiders @ Chiefs: (32:05) Eagles @ Ravens: (37:44) Steelers @ Bengals: (45:59) Cardinals @ Vikings: (49:10) 49ers @ Bills: (55:12) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 22, 2024
Bruce Feldman, Chris "Bear" Fallica and Sammy Panayotovich have you covered ahead of one of the biggest games of the year! #5 Indiana takes on #2 Ohio State in the Horseshoe. What is the latest behind the line movement in this game and does IU have a shot to win outright? The guys also dive into a potential tricky weekend in the SEC where Ole Miss travels to Florida, Alabama heads to Oklahoma, and Texas A&M is down on The Plains versus Auburn. Which team is on upset watch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 21, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 12 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by debating which teams are actually good in the NFL this season. Then in this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 12 games in the NFL including Steelers at Browns, Lions at Colts, Eagles at Rams, 49ers at Packers, Vikings at Bears, Cardinals at Seahawks, Cowboys at Commanders, Chiefs at Panthers, and Ravens at Chargers! To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Gambling Group Chat: (9:51) Steelers at Browns: (10:33) Lions at Colts: (14:00) Eagles at Rams: (18:57) 49ers at Packers: (24:46) Vikings at Bears: (32:30) Cardinals at Seahawks: (37:26) Chiefs at Panthers: (42:48) Ravens at Chargers: (50:54) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 20, 2024
There is a ton of debate on who should make the first 12-team Playoff field, but who actually has a shot at winning the title? On this edition of Bear Bets, Chris "Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick around the CFP title futures market and make some picks. Two of our favorites, Will Hill and Sammy Panayotovich, join us for the Gambling Group Chat to break down all the biggest matchups this weekend including Indiana at Ohio State, Army taking on Navy, ASU hosting BYU, and much more. Geoff and Bear wrap the podcast by giving you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Does OU have a shot against Bama? 🏈 #5 Indiana at #2 Ohio State (12:30) 🏈 SEC madness this weekend? (53:44) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (71:24) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 15, 2024
Bruce Feldman and Chris "Bear" Fallica get you set for a jam-packed college football weekend with all the insider info and betting angles your heart could desire. We kick things off in Athens, Georgia, as the Dawgs host the 7th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. Will QB Nico Iamaleava play? The duo also chats Travis Hunter and company taking on Utah. Up next, Bear and Bruce bring on one of our favorites, Sam Panayotovich, to give us the news from the book. What side are the sharks betting in Tennessee vs UGA & UVA at Notre Dame? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 14, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 11 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by breaking down the latest MVP and Coach of the Year odds. Then in this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 11 games in the NFL including Commanders at Eagles, Chiefs at Bills, Ravens at Steelers, Bengals at Chargers, Falcons at Broncos, Seahawks at 49ers, Packers at Bears, and Texans at Cowboys! To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Gambling Group Chat: (11:48) Commanders at Eagles: (14:29) Chiefs at Bills: (21:45) Ravens at Steelers: (28:13) Bengals at Chargers: (32:41) Falcons at Broncos: (42:17) Seahawks at 49ers: (45:29) Packers at Bears: (50:23) Texans at Cowboys: (55:00) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2024
On this edition of the Bear Bets College Football Preview, Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick around some of the burning questions remaining with three weeks to go in the regular season. How many SEC teams will make the CFP? In the Gambling Group Chat, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill join the guys to give out their bets on the biggest matchups this week. Will Tennessee starting QB Nico Iamaleava play against Georgia? The group also previews Mizzou at South Carolina, Texas at Arkansas, Oregon at Wisconsin and much more. Geoff and Bear wrap the podcast with their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. 🏈 #7 Tennessee at #12 Georgia (8:42) 🏈 #3 Texas to miss the CFP worth a wager? (27:20) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (62:45) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 8, 2024
On this week's edition of Bruce & The Bear, Chris Fallica and Bruce Feldman begin in the SEC with two MASSIVE ranked on ranked matchups including a CFP elimination game between Alabama and LSU. Will Ole Miss top UGA at home? In The Walkthrough, the guys bring in one of our favorites, Sammy Panayotovich, to dive into quarterback injury news around the country. Will Haynes King be a full go against 4th-ranked Miami? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 7, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 10 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by discussing the biggest winners from the trade deadline. Should the Lions be the Super Bowl favorites after trading for Browns DE Za’Darius Smith? Then in this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 10 games in the NFL including Bengals at Ravens, Lions at Texans, Steelers at Commanders, Broncos at Chiefs, 49ers at Buccaneers, Eagles at Cowboys, Bills at Colts, Dolphins at Rams, and Giants vs. Panthers! To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Gambling Group Chat: 7:50 Bengals at Ravens: 9:01 Lions at Texans: 19:56 Broncos at Chiefs: 24:34 Steelers at Commanders: 29:00 SUPER 6 49ers at Buccaneers: 35:02 Eagles at Cowboys: 41:03 Bills at Colts: 45:06 Dolphins at Rams: 49:35 Giants vs. Panthers: 55:09 Best Bets: 57:19 Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 6, 2024
On this week's CFB preview, Chris "Bear" Fallica & Geoff Schwartz kick things off by reacting to the first college football playoff rankings. Can Boise State get the 4 seed and a first-round bye? In this week's Gambling Group Chat, Sam Panayotovich & Will Hill join the guys to preview the MASSIVE SEC showdowns as UGA travels to Ole Miss and Alabama takes on LSU. Is Ole Miss to win the SEC title a bet worth taking? To wrap the pod, Geoff and Bear give out their best bets of the week. 🏈 #3 Georgia at #16 Ole Miss (7:33) 🏈 #11 Alabama at #15 LSU at (15:09) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (55:08) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 1, 2024
Bruce Feldman and Chris “Bear” Fallica get you set for the showdown in Happy Valley as the fourth ranked Buckeyes take on the third ranked Nittany Lions. The duo also previews the other ranked on ranked matchup this week in Dallas between Pitt and SMU. Is Texas A&M on upset watch at South Carolina? The guys then bring on one of our favorites, Sammy Panayotovich, to bring the news from the sportsbook. What side are the sharks backing in Indiana at Michigan State and Duke at Miami? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 31, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 9 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by looking at the AFC Playoff Picture. Can anybody knock off the Kansas City Chiefs? Then in this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 9 games in the NFL including Texans at Jets, Lions at Packers, Cowboys at Falcons, Broncos at Ravens, Bears at Cardinals, Colts at Vikings, Rams at Seahawks, and Buccaneers at Chiefs! To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Texans @ Jets Lions @ Packers: Cowboys @ Falcons: Broncos @ Ravens: Bears @ Cardinals: Colts @ Vikings: Rams @ Seahawks: Buccaneers @ Chiefs: Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024
Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are back to preview a MASSIVE weekend in college football. The duo begins with a quick college football playoff futures chat. Are we overrating Ohio State? In the Gambling Group Chat, Will Hill and Sam Panayotovich join the guys to break down the top-5 matchup in Happy Valley as Ohio State takes on Penn State. We also preview the other ranked on ranked game on the slate as Pitt takes on SMU. Are we due for a few upsets this week as ranked teams head on the road? Geoff and Bear wrap the podcast by giving out their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings. 🏈 Ohio State at Penn State (10:50) 🏈 Pittsburgh at SMU at (22:04) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (61:26) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 25, 2024
Bruce Feldman and Chris “Bear” Fallica get you set for a jam-packed college football slate. The guys begin with the Big Noon Kickoff matchup between Nebraska and Ohio State. Is this a lookahead spot for the Buckeyes with Penn State coming up next week? The duo also dives into Alabama hosting Missouri and Texas A&M battling LSU. Up next, one of our favorite betting experts, Sam Panayotovich, joins the guys to give the insider info from the book you are looking for. Will the Badgers pull off the upset at home against 3rd-ranked Penn State? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 24, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 8 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by breaking down the most competitive division races in the NFL. Could the San Francisco 49ers miss the playoffs after a trip to the Super Bowl last season? In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 8 games in the NFL including Rams vs. Vikings, 49ers vs. Cowboys, Commanders vs. Bears, Bengals vs. Eagles, Seahawks vs. Bills, and Buccaneers vs. Falcons! To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week as well. Gambling Group Chat: (11:11) Vikings @ Rams: (11:20) Cowboys @ 49ers: (15:43) Bears @ Commanders: (21:58) Eagles @ Bengals: (26:21) Super 6: Bills @ Seahawks: (30:27) Falcons @ Buccaneers: (45:01) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook: (57:03) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 23, 2024
On this week’s Bear Bets college football preview, Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz begin with the wide-open Heisman race futures market. Can Shedeur Sanders take home the sport’s top individual prize? In the Gambling Group Chat, Sam Panayotovich & Will Hill join the guys to break down the biggest matchups on the college football slate including Texas A&M hosting LSU, Nebraska traveling to Ohio State, UNLV battling Boise State and much more. 🏈 Heisman Futures (4:20) 🏈LSU at Texas A&M (12:00) 💰Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (62:09) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 18, 2024
On this week’s edition of Bruce and the Bear, Chris Fallica and Bruce Feldman dive into a LOADED college football slate. The SEC has a duo of ranked on ranked clashes featuring the top-ranked Texas Longhorns hosting the Georgia Bulldogs. Who will win the CFP elimination game between Alabama and Tennessee? The guys then bring on one of our favorite gambling experts, Sam Panayotovich, to give us insider info from the book. Is the public off the Miami Hurricanes bandwagon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 17, 2024
Get ready to bet on Week 7 of the NFL season! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by examining the big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. Then, Bear and Geoff discuss the favorites to win the NFC and pick which struggling teams are most likely to make the playoffs. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 7 games in the NFL including 49ers vs. Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers vs. Houston Texans, and more! To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week focused on the Saints team total against the Denver Broncos. Gambling Group Chat (14:45:12) Super 6: Chiefs @ 49ers & Lions @ Vikings (19:53-31:33) Texans @ Packers: (31:53) Ravens @ Buccaneers: (36:10) Seahawks @ Falcons: (44:41) Jets @ Steelers: (45:56) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook (1:02:38) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 16, 2024
After a thrilling win in Autzen Stadium for the Ducks, Chris “Bear” Fallica & Geoff Schwartz are back for another CFB top-5 matchup. The 5th-ranked Georgia Bulldogs travel to the 1st-ranked Texas Longhorns for an epic battle in Austin. The guys are then joined by Will Hill and Sam Panayotovich in the Gambling Group Chat to dive into all the key matchups this weekend. They also take a look at some of the top-25 teams who will be on the road to face unranked opponents. To wrap the podcast, Geoff and Bear give you their Best Bets presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. : Georgia at Texas (10:03) : Alabama at Tennessee (24:44) : Michigan at Illinois (34:37) : Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (1:07:15) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 11, 2024
On this week’s edition of Bruce and the Bear, Chris Fallicia and Bruce Feldman dive into some of the biggest matchups of the college football season. October 12th in Eugene has been circled on the calendar all year, as the 3rd-ranked Oregon Ducks take on the 2nd-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. The guys also give you the inside scoop on the Red River Rivalry kicking off in Dallas, and the Big Noon Kickoff game between the Arizona Wildcats and 14th-ranked BYU Cougars. Up next, gambling expert Sam Panayotovich, joins Bruce and the Bear to take you through the wild line movement in the Purdue at Illinois game. Colorado also takes on one of their toughest ranked opponents this season, Kansas State, who currently sits in the Top 20. Make sure to join us every Friday here at Bruce & The Bear to find out where you can get an edge with the insider information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 10, 2024
The NFL season rolls with some intriguing Week 6 matchups. Geoff Schwartz kicks off the show talking about the New York Jets' decision to fire head coach Robert Saleh. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join Geoff to preview some of the Week 6 games in the NFL including the Dallas Cowboys vs the Detroit Lions, the Buffalo Bills vs New York Jets & more. To wrap the podcast, Geoff gives you the Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week, which could see the under hitting in Denver. Jets Fire Robert Saleh (1:40) TNF: Niners vs Seahawks (09:50) Super 6: Bears vs Jags & Cowboys vs Lions (13:20) Bills vs Jets (28:20) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook (38:30) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 9, 2024
October 12th. The weekend we’ve all had circled on our calendars for months is FINALLY here! Chris “Bear” Fallica & Geoff Schwartz, coming off of a 7-1 weekend, break down all the biggest matchups. Is parity here to stay in college football? In this week’s edition of the Gambling Group Chat, Will Hill and Sam Panayotovich join the guys to dive into the top-5 heavyweight bout in Oregon as the Ducks host the Ohio State Buckeyes. The “GGC” also finds an edge on the Red River Rivalry in Dallas, Ole Miss traveling to Death Valley to take on LSU, and a loaded Big 12 slate as well. To wrap the podcast, Geoff and Bear give you their Best Bets presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Will Penn State roll on the road at USC? 🏈: Ohio State at Oregon (5:13) 🏈: Texas vs Oklahoma (16:27) 💰: Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (62:36) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 4, 2024
On this week’s edition of Bruce and the Bear, Chris Fallica and Bruce Feldman take you through the biggest matchups on the college football slate. Are the #9 ranked Missouri Tigers in trouble at #25 Texas A&M in College Station? Up next, one of our favorite gambling experts, Sam Panayotovich, joins the guys to give you the insider scoop from the book. Is it time to jump on Cam Ward in the Heisman futures market? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 3, 2024
The NFL season rolls with some intriguing Week 5 matchups. Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show revisiting team win totals. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 5 games in the NFL including the Dallas Cowboys vs the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Baltimore Ravens vs the Cincinnati Bengals & more. To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week, which could see the Kansas City Chiefs hitting the under at home. Gambling Group Chat (14:10) Super 6: Cardinals @ Niners (30:49) Cowboys @ Steelers (39:56) Saints @ Chiefs (46:00) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook (58:25) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 2, 2024
Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off this edition of Bear Bets with a few notes we have learned over the first month of the season. Do we actually feel better about UGA after their loss at Alabama? In the Gambling Group Chat, betting experts Will Hill and Sam Panayotovich join us to dive into all the key matchup this weekend. Who will take home the only ranked on ranked matchup in College Station between Mizzou and Texas A&M? The guys then wrap the show with Geoff’s fade of the week followed by their Best Bets sponsored by DraftKings. 🏈: Mizzou at Texas A&M (11:25) 🏈: Iowa at Ohio State (18:39) 💰: Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (55:08) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 27, 2024
On this week’s edition of Bruce & The Bear, Chris "Bear" Fallica and Bruce Feldman break down the MASSIVE matchup in Tuscaloosa, as the 2nd-ranked Georgia Bulldogs take on the 4th-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide. The duo also gives you a betting edge for the two other ranked on ranked matchups between Illinois and Penn State as well as Oklahoma State at Kansas State. Bruce and Bear then bring on gambling expert Sam Panayotovich to dive into the WILD story out of UNLV where starting QB Matthew Sluka left the program amid a 3-0 start and potential CFP playoff run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26, 2024
The NFL season rolls with some intriguing Week 4 matchups. Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show discussing underdogs having their 2nd best mark in the last 20 years through Week 3. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, Sam Panayotovich & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 4 games in the NFL including the Dallas Cowboys vs the New York Giants, the Buffalo Bills vs the Baltimore Ravens & more. To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week, which could see the Kansas City Chiefs passing a ton in Los Angeles. TNF: Cowboys vs Giants (05:44) Super 6: Eagles vs Buccaneers (24:00) Coach of the Year (44:35) Fade of the Week (52:52) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook (55:00) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2024
Off of a 6-3 week, Chris “Bear” Fallica & Geoff Schwartz get you ready for another thrilling slate of college football this weekend. The duo starts in the Heisman futures market. Can Colorado’s Travis Hunter take home the biggest individual prize? In this week’s edition of the Gambling Group Chat, betting experts Will Hill & Sam Panayotovich join us to kick around the biggest matchups including Georgia traveling to Alabama, Illinois heading to Penn State, and Oklahoma State taking on Kansas State. To wrap the podcast, Geoff gives his Fade of the Week before the guys hand out their Best Bets of the Week sponsored by DraftKings. 🏈: Heisman Futures(4:08) 🏈: Georgia at Alabama (11:00) 💰: Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (64:24) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 20, 2024
On this week’s edition of Bruce and The Bear, Chris Fallica and Bruce Feldman dive into THE story around college football and the emergence of Arch Manning. The starlet will be forced into his first ever start after an injury to Quinn Ewers. Is it time to buy low in the Heisman market with Ewers? In Norman, the Oklahoma Sooners host the white-hot Tennessee Volunteers in their first SEC matchup. What is Bruce hearing from the Sooner camp? Gambling expert Sam Panayotovich then joins the pod to take us inside the wild line movement in Utah at Oklahoma State game. Make sure to join us every Friday here at Bruce & The Bear to find out where you can get an edge with insider information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 19, 2024
The NFL season rolls with some intriguing Week 3 matchups. Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show discussing the underdogs hot start to the season & who their picks are for their Survivor Pools. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 3 games in the NFL including the Dallas Cowboys vs the Baltimore Ravens, the Philadelphia Eagles vs the New Orleans Saints & more. To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week, which could see little offense in a NFC West showdown. TNF: Bills vs Dolphins (16:18) Super 6: Cowboys vs Ravens (19:20) Eagles vs Saints (29:00) Fade of the Week (53:36) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook (01:00:36) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 18, 2024
We are set for a LOADED college football slate this weekend and Chris “Bear” Fallica & Geoff Schwartz have you covered. The guys open the show looking at the conference futures market. Which team in a new conference has the best shot at taking home the title? In this week’s edition of the Gambling Group Chat, Sam Panayotovich & Will Hill kick around the biggest matchups of the week... can OU stop the vaunted Tennessee front? Will USC cover on the road at Michigan? To wrap the podcast, Geoff and Bear give out their Best Bets presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. 🏈: Tennessee at OU 🏈: USC at Michigan 🏈: Utah at Oklahoma State 💰: Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 13, 2024
On this week’s Bruce and the Bear presented by DraftKings Sportsbook, the guys break down the latest in the Pac-12 expansion as four teams from the Mountain West have joined Washington State and Oregon State. Who is next? The duo also dives into the massive Big Noon Kickoff matchup featuring Alabama and Wisconsin. Do we trust Tennessee and Ole Miss more than the Tide at this point? Bruce also pulls the curtain back on the issues at FSU before Sam Panayotovich, FOX Sports Gambling Analyst, joins the guys for some Group of 5 CFP talk. Would you rather take Boise State or Notre Dame in the futures market? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 12, 2024
The NFL season rolls on with a big slate of games for Week 2. Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show discussing bets they would like back from Week 1 & who their picks are for their Survivor Pools. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 2 games in the NFL including the Dallas Cowboys vs the New Orleans Saints, Cincinnati Bengals vs the Kansas City Chiefs & more. To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week, which could see a running back run all over the Carolina Panthers. TNF: Bills vs Dolphins (14:50) Cowboys vs Saints (19:33) Chiefs vs Bengals (33:00) Fade of the Week (56:00) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook (57:57) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $250 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Ends 9/19/24 11:59 PM ET. Terms: dkng.co/ftball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 11, 2024
Last week shook things up in college football, but the guys are back with more bets and more chances to win big! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz preview the upcoming slate with bets they have their eye on. They also take a look at SEC odds to make the CFP, as six of the top seven spots in the AP Top 25 come from that one conference. Next, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill join to give their takes in the Gambling Group Chat. The guys dive into all the big matchups in Week 3, including the Big Noon Kickoff game between Alabama and Wisconsin, the Civil War, the Apple Cup, and much more. To wrap up the pod, Geoff and Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week, presented by DraftKings. 🏈: SEC Odds to make the CFP (12:17) 🏈: Alabama at Wisconsin (28:15) 🏈: Oregon State at Oregon (37:34) 🏈: UCF at TCU (45:55) 💰: Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (1:02:56) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 6, 2024
Bruce and the Bear presented by DraftKings Sportsbook is BACK with the inside information to give you an edge ahead of this loaded week 2 college football slate. Chris “Bear” Fallica & Bruce Feldman kick this episode off with the massive matchup in Ann Arbor, as #10 Michigan hosts #3 Texas. Will the Wolverine offense look different this week after a disappointing performance to start the season? The duo also dives into #14 Tennessee locking horns with #24 NC State, old foes Iowa State and Iowa battling it out for the Cy-Hawk Trophy, and Colorado traveling to Nebraska. Bruce wraps the podcast with what he heard from the Idaho coaching staff on what went wrong for the Oregon offense in Week 1. 🏈 Texas at Michigan (1:03) 🏈 Tennessee vs NC State (8:58) 🏈 Colorado at Nebraska (12:00) 🏈 Iowa State at Iowa (12:22) 🏈 Boise State at Oregon (17:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 5, 2024
The NFL Regular Season is finally here! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show discussing underdogs in Week 1 & who their picks are for their Survivor Pools. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some of the Week 1 games in the NFL including the Dallas Cowboys at the Cleveland Browns, Baltimore Ravens at the Kansas City Chiefs & more. To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings Sportsbook. Geoff also hands out his Fade of the Week, which could see Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills running wild against the Arizona Cardinals. Survivor Picks (08:20) TNF: Ravens at Chiefs (13:30) Cowboys at Browns (19:15) Fade of the Week (49:29) Best Bets of the Week Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook (51:10) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 5, 2024
After a succesful week 1 going a combined 14-7, the guys are BACK and armed with more winners. Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off this episode with buying teams in the futures market after last week’s performances including Miami, USC and Notre Dame. How can you capitalize on overreactions from books after the opening weekend? Up next, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill join for another edition of the Gambling Group Chat. The “GGC” dives into all the big matchups in this loaded slate including the Big Noon Kickoff showdown between Texas and Michigan. The guys also preview Colorado traveling to Nebraska, Oregon hosting Boise State, and Iowa taking on old rivals Iowa State. To wrap the pod, Geoff and Bear give you their Best Bets of the Week presented by DraftKings. 🏈 Texas at Michigan (15:28) 🏈 Tennessee vs NC State (23:08) 🏈 Colorado at Nebraska (25:32) 🏈 Iowa State at Iowa (32:55) 💰 Geoff's Fade of the Week & Best Bets Presented by DraftKings (48:51) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 30, 2024
Big Noon Kickoff presents Bruce and the Bear where Chris "Bear" Fallica and Bruce Feldman break down all the massive matchups in Week 1 of the CFB season. What is Bruce hearing surrounding Penn State at West Virginia? Are we buying the Will Howard hype at Ohio State? They also preview Miami at Florida, Notre Dame at Texas A&M and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 29, 2024
We are one week away from NFL Regular Season games! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show discussing Rookie Quarterbacks against the spread in their first NFL Start. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, John Murray & Will Hill join the guys to preview some NFL Futures including Super Bowl, AFC & NFC Champs & first coach fired. The guys also discuss a handful of games on the Week 1 docket including the Dallas Cowboys at the Cleveland Browns. To wrap the podcast, Geoff & Bear hand out their Best Bets. Will the Kansas City Chiefs go back-to-back-to-back? Gambling Group Chat (09:21) Super Bowl Champion (23:20) Early Week 1 (35:36) Best Bets (52:30) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 28, 2024
WEEK ONE IS FINALLY HERE!! Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the show by gleaning lessons from a Week 0 saw all four underdogs cover the spread. In this week’s Gambling Group Chat, Sam Panayotovich & Will Hill join the guys to preview a loaded opening week slate including Georgia and Clemson squaring off, Florida hosting Miami and USC taking on LSU in Vegas. Are we underrating Clemson? To wrap the podcast, Geoff gives you his first Fade of the Week before the duo hands out their Best Bets. Is Week One the toughest week on the schedule to bet? Lessons Learned from Week 0 (1:09) Gambling Group Chat (9:57) Penn State vs WVU (20:56) LSU vs USC (33:09) Fade of the Week & Best Bets (48:10) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 22, 2024
Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the episode by chatting about their Week 2 Preseason takeaways and how unders are 27-6 so far through the NFL preseason. The Gambling Group Chat is back and the gentlemen jump into previewing the NFC by previewing each division. The guys breakdown teams to miss/make the playoffs, division winners, win totals and more. They look into finding good value to lead the NFL in receiving touchdowns & more. Then, Bear & Geoff give out their best bets to wrap the show. NFC EAST (6:40) NFC NORTH (15:00) MOST REC TDS (33:45) BEST BETS (49:35) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 21, 2024
COLLEGE FOOTBALL IS FINALLY BACK! Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the podcast weighing early lines vs waiting for movement philosophy. The duo is then joined by Will Hill and Sam Panayotovich for the weekly Gambling Group Chat. The slate is light, but the “GGC” kicks around a few wagers for Week 0 including Florida State vs Georgia Tech and Montana State at New Mexico. The guys pick a wager in the first head coach to be fired market before wrapping with a few player props they love. To wrap the pod, Geoff and the Bear give you two more team totals for their Best Bets of the Week. 💬 Gambling Group Chat (8:12) 🏈 Week 1 Early Lines (20:25) 🏈 Player Props We Love (33:25) 💰 Best Bets (41:16) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 15, 2024
Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the episode by chatting about Week 1 Preseason takeaways including what the Haason Reddick news means for the New York Jets and whether or not Bo Nix looks like the starter for the Denver Broncos. The Gambling Group Chat is back and the gentlemen jump into previewing the AFC by discussing the AFC East including what the New England Patriots season look looks like, Whether the Miami Dolphins will make the playoffs & who will win the division between the Buffalo Bills & New York Jets. They also dive into the AFC North, who will lead the league in passing yards and sacks. Then, Bear & Geoff give out their best bets to wrap the show. AFC EAST (10:15) AFC NORTH (30:45) Best Bets (59:15) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 14, 2024
Chris “Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz open this edition of the podcast with a reaction to the preseason AP Top 25. Is returning production a helpful tool for the futures market? The guys are then joined by Will Hill and Sam Panayotovich for the inaugural Gambling Group Chat for the fall. We dive into the awards market including the Heisman, Bear Bryant, Doak Walker and Biletnikoff. Which Heisman Dark horses are we targeting? Geoff and Bear wrap the podcast with their best bets of the week. 🏈 AP Poll (00:53) 💬 Gambling Group Chat (8:52) 🏈 Heisman Futures (9:13) 🏈 CFP Title Futures (40:29) 💰 Best Bets (45:33) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 7, 2024
Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the episode by chatting through Training Camp storylines including the Russell Wilson, Justin Herbert's injuries, the Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors and whether or not they affect their team's 2024 win totals. The Gambling Group Chat is back in full effect and the gentlemen jump into the NFL Awards including MVP, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year and which of the highly talented rookie receivers will lead all rookies in receiving yards. Then, Bear & Geoff give out their best bets to wrap the show. MVP (10:25) Most Rec Yards By Rookie (20:00) Comeback Player of the Year (31:56) Best Bets (42:40) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 7, 2024
Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz continue their college football preview series with a look at various playoff futures. The duo kicks off the podcast with a breakdown of the debut of preseason polls. They also chat the news that the SEC and Big Ten will release injury reports… how much impact will they play on placing wagers during the week? Bear and Geoff are then joined by Collin Wilson of Action Network. The guys fade a few teams at the top of the polls including Texas and Ohio State. We also parse through the potentially chaotic Big 12. Will UGA take home the title? Don’t miss the end of the podcast with Bear and Geoff Best Bets. Does a team benefit more from removing divisional play than Penn State? 💬 Collin Wilson (7:46) 🏈 CFP Teams we are fading (11:45) 💰 Best Bets (33:34) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 1, 2024
The NFL season is almost here!! Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz kick off the episode by chatting through double-digit win total squads and if, in general, you should stay away from backing them. The duo then dives into the NFC, picking a few overs and a few teams to fade. Who will come out of the wide-open NFC South? On the AFC side, Bear and Geoff have more than a couple of teams they are fading including the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Will this finally be the year for the New York Jets? To wrap the show, the guys give out their best team totals for the NFL season. 🏈 NFC (7:18) 🏈 AFC (17:20) 💰 Best Bets (33:58) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 31, 2024
Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are BACK!! Today we dive into team win totals and dark horse Heisman odds to kick off the show. The guys are then joined by Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews. The trio answers the question: UGA and Ohio State vs the field for the CFP Playoff Title. Bear, Geoff and Brett also chat Notre Dame, Texas A&M, the crowded Big 12 and more. Can Ole Miss make a CFP Playoff run? We wrap the podcast with our best team win totals. Make sure to tune in twice a week leading into the season with our college football and NFL previews. 🏈 Dark horse Heisman picks (7:18) 💬 Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews (17:15) 💰 Best Bets (52:37) Catch Bear Bets every week and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 12, 2024
The Euro 2024 & Copa América 2024 Final matches are set! Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are back for another episode of “Bear Bets” to preview all the action. Bear and Geoff walk through their favorite wagers from Spain vs England and Argentina vs Colombia. 🇪🇸🏴 Spain v England (2:08) 🇦🇷🇵🇦 Argentina v Colombia (14:44) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 8, 2024
Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are back for another episode of “Bear Bets” to preview the Euro 2024 & Copa América 2024 Semi-Finals! Bear and Geoff walk through each of the 4 games in the Summer of Stars Semi-Finals, looking for the best wagers from all the action. 🇪🇸🇫🇷 Spain v France (XX) 🇳🇱🏴 Netherlands v England (XX) 🇦🇷🇨🇦 Argentina v Canada (XX) 🇨🇴🇵🇦 Colombia v Uruguay (XX) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 3, 2024
Chris “The Bear” Fallica is joined by FOX Sports’ lead studio host Rob Stone to preview the Euro 2024 & Copa América 2024 Quarterfinals! Bear and Rob talk through each of the 8 matches in the quarterfinal round for both tournaments, looking for the best wagers from all the action. 🇪🇸🇩🇪 Spain v Germany (0:34) 🇫🇷🇵🇹 France v Portugal (9:49) 🏴🇨🇭 England v Switzerland (13:19) 🇳🇱🇹🇷 Netherlands v Türkiye (17:17) 🇦🇷🇪🇨 Argentina v Ecuador (21:10) 🇻🇪🇨🇦 Venezuela v Canada (23:03) 🇨🇴🇵🇦 Colombia v Panama (25:30) 🇺🇾🇧🇷 Uruguay v Brazil (28:08) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @robstoneonfox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 1, 2024
Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are back for another episode of “Bear Bets” to cover the upcoming USMNT must-win match vs Uruguay, other plays for Copa América, and the knockout bracket for Euro 2024. First, Bear and Geoff share the wagers they like as Team USA takes on Uruguay in their final match of group play in Copa América 2024. Then, the guys look at other bets involving Group D, particularly in the Brazil vs Colombia match. After that, Bear and Geoff talk through some of the remaining matches in the Euro 2024 Round of 16, including Monday’s matchups featuring France taking on Belgium and Portugal taking on Slovenia, as well as some quarterfinals matches with Switzerland against England and Germany versus Spain. 🇺🇸 USMNT vs Uruguay Preview (0:27) 🏆 Other Copa América Plays (9:25) ⚽️ Euro 2024 Knockout Stage (14:13) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 27, 2024
Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are joined by former USMNT player Jimmy Conrad to preview the Euro 2024 Round of 16 as well as the USA vs Panama game in Copa América! First, Jimmy helps Bear and Geoff talk through the Euro knockout stage, looking at plays for the Round of 16 as well as future wagers. Then, Bear and Geoff look at Team USA’s second match in Copa América as they take on Panama on Thursday. ⚽️ Euro 2024 Round of 16 Preview with Jimmy Conrad (0:20) 🇺🇸 USA vs Bolivia Preview (21:50) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 23, 2024
Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are back for another episode of “Bear Bets” to cover Euro 2024 Matchday 3 plays as well as preview the first Copa América match for the US Men’s National Team as they take on Bolivia. Bear and Geoff run through the Euro groups and look for value bets heading into Matchday 3, with a particularly interesting situation unfolding in Group E. Finally, Bear and Geoff look at Team USA’s first match in Copa América as they take on Bolivia on Sunday. ⚽️ Euro 2024 Matchday 3 Preview (0:30) 🇺🇸 USA vs Bolivia Preview (16:18) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 18, 2024
Every team in the Euro 2024 field has played one match, and “Bear Bets” is back to recap those results and look ahead to Matchday 2. To start, Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Stu Holden to cover victories by the favorites, England and France, as well as the dominant showings by Germany against Scotland and Spain against Croatia. They discuss Kylian Mbappé's broken nose and how that could affect Golden Boot futures. Then, Bear gives his favorite plays for Matchday 2, looking at Albania vs Croatia on Wednesday morning, Spain vs Italy on Thursday afternoon, and Austria vs Poland on Friday. Bear also likes one team's title future more than the rest, and has a few tickets for the Golden Boot. ⚽️ Stu Holden joins (1:58) 💰 Bear's Matchday 2 plays (17:25) 🏆 Golden Boot and Title futures (19:35) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica & @geoffschwartz . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 12, 2024
“Bear Bets” is back with another gambling guide, this week looking at a number of big sporting tournaments and championships! To start, Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Stu Holden to preview the 2024 Copa América, looking at title futures for the tournament, Golden Boot odds, and other value bets. The guys then look to this weekend to preview the UFL Championship between the Birmingham Stallions and San Antonio Brahmas. Next, Bear and Geoff talk the 2024 U.S. Open Golf Championship, looking at the best winner pick, top-ten finishers, and odds to miss the cut. To wrap, Bear and Geoff share their best bets, with a couple of U.S. Open plays to consider. ⚽️ Copa América 2024 Preview with Stu Holden (0:25) 🏈 UFL Championship Odds & Picks (27:27) ⛳️ 2024 U.S. Open Props (37:44) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (48:30) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (49:40) Follow us on social @bearbetspod . You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 5, 2024
With so many sporting events headlining this summer, “Bear Bets” is back with another gambling guide. First, Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Stu Holden to preview the 2024 UEFA European Football Championship, looking at title futures, Golden Boot odds, and other props. The guys are then joined by Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill in the Gambling Group Chat to talk Belmont Stakes - favorites, longshots, & betting strategies. After that, they look at the upcoming NBA Finals and NHL Stanley Cup Final. To wrap, Chris and Geoff share their best bets, with a play for the NBA Finals and a winner in the Belmont. ⚽️ Euro 2024 Preview with Stu Holden (0:32) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (24:23) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (56:54) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (58:00) Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 30, 2024
Bear is BACK from vacation and dives into the UFL Week 10 slate with Geoff Schwartz. The guys also look ahead to the Conference Championship matchups where Birmingham will battle Michigan and San Antonio will lock horns with St. Louis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 23, 2024
The UFL Playoffs are set! Geoff Schwartz gets you ready for Week 9 action. The former NFL offensive lineman has bets for the Michigan vs Houston & St. Louis vs Arlington matchups. Geoff also gives his picks for the FOX Super 6 competition. Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 16, 2024
Geoff Schwartz gets you set for another loaded week of UFL action! He breaks down Birmingham taking on Houston & Arlington battling San Antonio. Geoff also gives you a potential value pick in the UFL futures market. Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 30, 2024
To prepare for the upcoming Kentucky Derby, “Bear Bets” is back with another gambling guide. Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz have a wide range of experience when it comes to the races and they are excited to provide tips for all gambling levels. Chris also shares one of his own derby memorable moments. The guys are then joined by Matt Bernier, media personality for FanDuelTV and NBCSports, to talk Kentucky Derby favorites, longshots, tips for novice bettors, and other races on derby day. To wrap, Chris and Geoff give their Kentucky Derby best bets and give a quick preview on the upcoming UFL weekend. 🏇: Chat with Matt Bernier (11:20) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (45:08) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (46:32) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 24, 2024
On Thursday the 2024 NFL DRAFT kicks off. “Bear Bets” is back with another special episode to help you capitalize on bets through the event. To start things off, Chris "The Bear" Fallica honors the late Howie Schwab, a broadcaster, mentor, and friend. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Geoff Schwartz then shares his own memorable draft day experience from 2008. Up next, the guys are joined by Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill in the "Gambling Group Chat" to preview the NFL Draft, with the biggest topics including 1st-round quarterback and offensive lineman picks. They also talk value with wide receivers and how defensive players will fare on opening night. To wrap, Chris and Geoff give their best bets and share their pearls of wisdom for the big event. 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (8:08) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (47:51) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (51:58) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 18, 2024
UFL WEEK 4 SLATE IS HERE! The betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz look at this week’s UFL action and place a few wagers on the games. Can anyone slow down Birmingham? Don’t forget to compete in the FOX Super 6 Challenge by making predictions to win big. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 11, 2024
UFL WEEK 3 SLATE IS HERE! The betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz look at this week’s UFL action and place a few wagers on the games. Who will win the big Memphis vs Birmingham showdown on FOX? Don’t forget to compete in the FOX Super 6 Challenge by making predictions to win big. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 10, 2024
THE MASTERS is HERE and “Bear Bets” is back with another special episode to help you capitalize on gambling through the tournament. To start things off, Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz welcome Jeff Sherman, golf oddsmaker extraordinaire, to chat best Scottie Scheffler bets, Tiger Woods, the biggest liabilities for the book, and more. The guys are then joined by Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill in the Gambling Group Chat to recap March Madness and the Hogs’ John Calipari gamble. Who has the best odds to become Kentucky’s next head coach? They talk NBA Playoff futures and awards, as well as betting on the MLB CY Young market. To wrap, Chris and Geoff share their best bets for the Masters Tournament. Tune in, you won’t want to miss it! ⛳ Masters Preview with Jeff Sherman (00:20) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (15:38) 💰Bear's Best Bet (59:49) 💰 Geoff's Best Bet (63:45) Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 4, 2024
UFL WEEK 2 SLATE IS HERE! The betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica looks at this week’s UFL schedule and makes his game picks. What will be the outcome of the Houston Roughnecks vs D.C. Defenders matchup? Don’t forget to compete in the FOX Super 6 Challenge by making predictions to win big. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 3, 2024
THE FINAL FOUR IS HERE! The betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica IS joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, to go game by game in the Men's & Women's Final Fours and pick out a few wagers they are targeting. Are we destined for a Purdue vs UConn title game? The guys then kick around a few MLB and NFL Draft wagers they have cooked up. Bear wraps the show offering his Best Bets of the week! 🏀 UConn vs Alabama () 🏀 Purdue vs NC State () 🏀 Iowa vs UConn (40:45) 🏀 NC State vs South Carolina () 💰 Bear’s Best Bet () Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 28, 2024
THE MLB SEASON IS UPON US! The betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz are joined by our own Ben Verlander of Flippin' Bats to preview the season. Ben gives his picks for each division and season awards award, with Bear and Geoff giving their bets along the way. What is the best way to wager on the Cy Young? Will the Los Angeles Dodgers get over the hump this year and win it all? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Future Bets of the MLB season! ⚾ AL West (00:45) ⚾ AL Central (7:01) ⚾ AL East (10:36) ⚾ NL West (23:30) ⚾ NL Central (30:24) ⚾ NL East (32:51) 💰 Bear’s Best Bets (44:20) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (47:24) Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 27, 2024
MARCH MADNESS ROLLS ON! The betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz are joined by the great John Fanta to preview this weekend's action. Why is the field so chalky? The guys are then joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, to go game by game in the Sweet 16 and pick out a few wagers they are targeting. Can we trust this Tennessee team? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week! 🏀 East Region (15:20) 🏀 West Region (26:45) 🏀 South Region (40:45) 🏀 Midwest Region (53:09) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (64:10) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (65:15) Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 20, 2024
MARCH MADNESS IS HERE! The betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, to go region by region and pick out a few wagers they are targetting. Which 12 seed or lower will make it out of the first round? And who will be cutting down the nets in Phoenix? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week! 🏀 East Region (00:41) 🏀 West Region (19:32) 🏀 South Region (33:45) 🏀 Midwest Region (57:34) 👀 Men's & Women's National Title Futures (1:11:23) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (1:21:02) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (1:21:54) Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 6, 2024
BEAR BETS IS BACK! After a quick reset after the Super Bowl, betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start the show discussing early 2024 NFL Draft bets they are targetting following the combine. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC shares their thoughts on the value for Jayden Daniels at #1 overall, mid-major conference tournament bets, and college basketball national championship futures. How does the potential Kirk Cousins trade impact the top of the draft? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Early NFL Draft Bets (3:18) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (16:32) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (59:56) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (63:33) Catch Bear Bets in two weeks once the March Madness Bracket is set and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 10, 2024
We’re ONE day away from Super Bowl LVIII and “Bear Bets” is back with a special crossover episode with The NFL on FOX Podcast. Host Dave Helman joins Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz in studio for a final betting preview of the big game. To start, Dave asks Bear and Geoff for general Super Bowl betting advice and strategies. After that, the group tells their favorite Super Bowl betting stories. Next, Dave runs his three Super Bowl LVIII best bets by the experts for their feedback. Then, Dave runs a few prop bets for the big game by Bear and Geoff before wrapping up the show with "best bets" from the gambling experts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 9, 2024
All week, Bear & Geoff have been sharing their best bets, favorite props & strategy for Super Bowl 58. In today’s episode, Bear & Geoff answer YOUR questions. The guys talk about Super Bowl Gatorade picks and Geoff gives intel on choosing the color for this year’s game. They also discuss a wide range of topics including best NFL mascots and stadiums, their worst bad beats of ALL-TIME, and the most random things they have ever wagered on. They wrap up the show responding to a question on whether or not they think Philadelphia Eagles’ legendary center Jason Kelce will retire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 8, 2024
The 13th annual NFL Honors airs tonight, but before the official hardware is handed out , Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill share their thoughts & provide their picks among this year's finalists for the individual awards: 🏆 MVP 🏆 Offensive Player of the Year 🏆 Defensive Player of the Year 🏆 Offensive Rookie of the Year 🏆 Defensive Rookie of the Year 🏆 Comeback Player of the Year 🏆 Coach of the Year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 7, 2024
We’re FOUR days away from Super Bowl LVIII and “Bear Bets” is back with another special episode to help you capitalize on gameday prop bets and picks. To start things off, Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill share their thoughts on the Taylor-Swift themed prop bets named after her lyrics and song titles. Will you be betting on any of the “Swift Specials”? Afterwards, The Gambling Group Chat focus on the Chiefs-49ers best game props & player props. Could there be an octopus this year? The guys also share their favorite Super Bowl cross-sport prop bets like who will have more: Caitlin Clark 3-pointers made vs. Travis Kelce receptions (-0.5)? Tune in for all the information you need to help cash your bets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 6, 2024
We are five days away from the Super Bowl and “Bear Bets” is back with another new episode to get you ready for the big game. To start things off, Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill share their San Francisco 49ers best bets, player props, picks & predictions. The Gambling Group Chat discuss the spread, moneyline, game total, and specific player prop bets featuring Christian McCaffrey, Brock Purdy, Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle. Who will be the Most Valuable Player in this year's big game? Tune in for all the information you need to help cash your bets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 5, 2024
The matchup for Super Bowl LVIII is set, with the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs taking on the San Francisco 49ers. For the next five days, “Bear Bets” will be bringing you special episodes leading up to Sunday. To start things off, Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill share their Kansas City Chiefs best bets, player props, picks & predictions. The Gambling Group Chat discuss the spread, moneyline, game total, and specific prop bets on individual players in the game featuring Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice. Will Travis Kelce have over/under 0.5 rushing yards? Will Patrick Mahomes longest pass be over/under 36.5 yards? Tune in for all the information you need to help cash your bets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 25, 2024
The NFC & AFC Conference Championship matchups are set as the Super Bowl odds continue to narrow down. The Ravens host the Chiefs for the AFC title before the NFC showdown between the 49ers and Lions on FOX. In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start the show with Bear’s favorite prop bets for the conference championship games. Later, they are joined by friends and sports betting analysts Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC assess the teams and share their predictions and bets for each game. How does Deebo Samuel’s injury impact Brock Purdy and the spread for the 49ers-Lions game? Can Patrick Mahomes upset Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? Afterwards, Bear and Geoff make their Best Bets of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 18, 2024
The NFL Divisional Round is set with four great playoff matchups this weekend. In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s Divisional Round picks featuring the Buccaneers vs. Lions and the Packers vs. 49ers who will meet for a record 10th time in the postseason. Can Green Bay pull off another upset against San Francisco? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss their thoughts, predictions and bets for every game of the weekend. They also talk about the Cowboys decision to bring back head coach Mike McCarthy, the Falcons’ pursuit of Bill Belichick, and debate whether or not Nick Sirianni will return to the Eagles. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Buccaneers at Lions (3:00) 🏈: Packers at 49ers (8:00) 💬The Gambling Group Chat (10:00) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (01:01:10) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (01:2:00) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday for the remainder of the NFL season and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 11, 2024
NFL Super Wild Card Weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of storylines and bets to go around. Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford returns to Detroit, Houston Texans’ rookie QB C.J. Stroud makes his playoff debut, and Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy hosts his former Packers squad. In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s Wild Card Weekend picks featuring the Eagles vs. Buccaneers. Can Jalen Hurts and the Eagles turn things around, or will Baker Mayfield lead the Bucs to an upset win? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friend and sports betting analyst Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss their thoughts, predictions and bets for every game of Super Wild Card Weekend including Cowboys-Packers, Chiefs-Dolphins, and Lions-Rams. They also talk about Bill Belichick leaving the New England Patriots after 24 season and where he might land next season. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Browns at Texans (14:18) 🏈: Dolphins at Chiefs (22:05) 🏈: Eagles at Buccaneers (28:15) 🏈: Bills at Steelers (48:09) 🏈: Packers at Cowboys (51:50) 🏈: Rams at Lions (55:21) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (01:04:30) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (01:05:30) *Timecodes are approximate Catch Bear Bets every Thursday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 5, 2024
The 2023 NFL regular season finale is here. In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s Week 18 picks featuring the Seahawks vs. Cardinals and Broncos vs. Raiders. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the AFC East showdown between the Bills vs. Dolphins. Can Buffalo win the division for the 4th-consecutive season? The guys further discuss playoff-clinching scenarios for Week 18 and explain why it’s difficult to make bets at this point in the season with multiple backups starting. Will Sam Darnold out-duel Carson Wentz? They also talk about NFL Awards like Coach of the Year and Defensive Rookie of the Year. Is Jalen Carter a lock? Can Will Anderson or Kobie Turner overtake the Eagles’ DT? Afterwards, Bear and Geoff make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Seahawks at Cardinals (4:50) 🏈: Broncos at Raiders (6:54) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (9:04) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (01:05:51) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (01:08:05) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 4, 2024
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. The 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship is set as No. 1 Michigan squares off with No. 2 Washington at NRG Stadium in Houston on Monday, Jan. 8. Bear and Geoff start the show recapping the CFP Semifinals and previewing the highly-anticipated matchup between the Wolverines and the Huskies. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The guys break down everything you need to know about the CFP National Championship and share their picks, predictions, and valuable props to consider. They also discuss the Chicago Bears securing the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, and debate whether the franchise should draft Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, or trade down. Afterward, Bear and Geoff make their Best Bets of the week before they wrap the show. 🏈 Michigan vs. Washington Preview (3:41) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (6:26) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (43:52) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (45:29) Catch Bear Bets every Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 29, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s Week 17 picks featuring the Steelers-Seahawks and Saints-Buccaneers with major playoff implications for both matchups. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the high-stakes game between the Dolphins-Ravens in the race for the No. 1 seed in the AFC. They also talk about Lamar Jackson leading the MVP race and other potential candidates. If the Bills win out, should Josh Allen be in the discussion? The guys wrap things up explaining how the Detroit Lions can earn the No. 1 seed in the NFC, and predict Russell Wilson’s future after being benched by the Broncos. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Steelers at Seahawks (5:50) 🏈 Saints at Buccaneers (8:21) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (11:01) 🔥 Survivor Pool Picks (59:20) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (01:03:25) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (01:05:30) *Timecodes are approximate Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 NFL Week 17 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 28, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. The biggest bowl games of the year are upon us and Bear and Geoff start the show talking about their picks for the weekend highlighting Memphis-Iowa State. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The guys give their best bets and predictions for the College Football Playoff semifinals featuring Michigan vs. Alabama and Texas vs. Washington. They also share their picks and predictions for the non-playoff New Year’s Six bowls including Oregon-Liberty, Florida State vs. Georgia, Auburn-Maryland, and Notre Dame-Oregon State. Is Oregon the next college football superpower? Afterward, Bear and Geoff make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Memphis vs Iowa State (3:25) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat CFP Semifinal Picks (6:00) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (41:30) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (45:15) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 21, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” Geoff Schwartz is joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC breakdown the NFL Week 16 slate featuring the Thursday Night Football match between the Saints & Rams, plus the other big games including Cowboys vs. Dolphins, Lions vs. Vikings, Ravens vs. 49ers, and more. With three weeks left in the regular season, 26 teams are still alive for playoff berths, and the guys discuss which fringe teams like the Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Rams, Indianapolis Colts, and Seattle Seahawks will make the playoffs. They also talk about the current MVP odds: What if Lamar Jackson beats Brock Purdy on Christmas, and should Kyle Shanahan be the Coach of the Year? Afterwards, Geoff wraps the show with his Best Bet of the week. Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 NFL Week 16 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 15, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s Week 15 picks featuring the Eagles-Seahawks, Vikings-Bengals, and Broncos-Lions. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the Cowboys being underdogs vs. the Bills, and dive into Dak Prescott’s MVP odds now that he is the favorite to win the award. Are Brock Purdy and Tyreek Hill more deserving? The GGC also debate the Defensive Player of the Year race between Micah Parsons and Myles Garrett, and wrap things up previewing the Dodgers’ World Series odds after signing Shohei Ohtani to a record-breaking deal. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Eagles at Seahawks (3:58) 🏈: Vikings at Bengals (6:26) 🏈: Broncos at Lions (8:27) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (10:45) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (01:14:30) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (01:19:40) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (1:21:05) * Timecodes are approximate Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 NFL Week 15 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 14, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bowl season is here and Bear and Geoff start the show talking about their picks for Saturday featuring Cal-Texas Tech and UCLA-Boise State. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The guys preview the other anticipated games on Saturday like Georgia Southern-Ohio and New Mexico State-Fresno State. They also discuss how the transfer portal and opt-outs impact their bets this bowl season. Is now a good opportunity to make some money on underdogs? Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 California vs. Texas Tech (3:13) 🏈 NC State vs. Kansas State (5:48) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (11:24) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (51:40) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 8, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show discussing Zach Wilson returning to the starting lineup for the New York Jets, followed by Bear’s Week 14 pick featuring the Packers at Giants. Can Jordan Love lead Green Bay to their 4th straight win? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC reacts to the Eagles being underdogs vs. the Cowboys and discuss the other big matchups in the weekend slate. The guys also debate the current MVP race and explain why Tyreek Hill is a serious contender right now despite Brock Purdy being the favorite. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Packers at Giants (5:45) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (8:15) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (53:25) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (57:12) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (59:20) *Timecodes are approximate Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 NFL Week 14 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 7, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear and Geoff start the show giving their thoughts on Florida State’s CFP snub, and share early Bowl picks featuring UNC vs. West Virginia, and Rutgers vs. Miami. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The guys further discuss the College Football Playoff and the Committee’s controversial decision to select Michigan, Washington, Texas, and Alabama as the four teams vying for the national title. Did the CFP Committee make the right decision leaving undefeated Florida State out of the playoffs? The guys also dish out early bets for some Bowl games, discuss the over/under in Army vs. Navy, and preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Patriots and Steelers. 🏈 UNC vs. West Virginia (8:08) 🏈 Rutgers vs. Miami (10:34) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (12:48) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (49:50) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (51:29) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 1, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s Week 13 picks featuring the Bengals vs. Jaguars and the Cardinals vs. Steelers. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the Eagles being home underdogs vs. the 49ers. Are the opening odds disrespectful to Philadelphia? The gang also discuss Jalen Hurts’ MVP odds, Mike Tomlin’s Coach of the Year chances, and Aaron Rodgers improbable return. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Bengals at Jaguars (2:15) 🏈: Cardinals at Steelers (5:40) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (8:00) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (47:00) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (49:05) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (50:15) *Timecodes are approximate Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 NFL Week 13 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 30, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Geoff starts the show discussing the Pac-12 Championship and makes his case for why the Ducks will win. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC shares their best bets for all of the College Football Conference Championship slate including Oregon-Washington, Georgia-Alabama, and Michigan-Iowa. Will the Hawkeyes be able to score a TD? They also discuss the latest Heisman Trophy race, the big questions facing the College Football Playoff and all of the “what if” scenarios. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Boise State at UNLV (5:38) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (8:05) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (59:47) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (61:36) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 22, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show recapping the Philadelphia Eagles win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Next, Bear makes his Week 12 picks featuring the Saints vs. Falcons and Browns vs. Broncos. Can Russell Wilson lead Denver to their fifth straight win? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the Thanksgiving tripleheader and the first-ever Black Friday matchup between the Dolphins-Jets. They also talk about the latest MVP odds and whether Brock Purdy is undervalued. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Saints at Falcons (2:00) 🏈: Browns at Broncos (4:15) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (6:49) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (52:15) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (54:00) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (54:51) *Timecodes are approximate Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 Thanksgiving Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 21, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear starts the show with his Week 13 CFB picks featuring UTSA-Tulane, UNC-NC State, TCU-Oklahoma & Colorado-Utah. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC react to Jordan Travis’ injury and how it impacts FSU’s Playoff chances. They also preview the biggest games of the week like Ohio State-Michigan, Oregon State-Oregon, Florida State-Florida, and TCU-Oklahoma. The guys also talk about Deion Sanders & Colorado’s struggles, plus the Heisman Trophy race. Is Bo Nix or Jayden Daniels more deserving? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 UTSA at Tulane (1:10) 🏈 UNC at NC State (2:43) 🏈 Memphis at Temple (4:51) 🏈 TCU at Oklahoma (6:17) 🏈 Colorado at Utah (8:04) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (10:23) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (54:32) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (56:29) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 17, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s NFL Week 11 picks featuring the Titans vs. Jaguars, Chargers vs. Packers, and Cardinals vs. Texans. Can Kyler Murray pull off another upset for Arizona? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl rematch set for Monday, plus Deshaun Watson’s season-ending shoulder injury and how this impacts the Browns’ offense & playoff chances. They also talk about the latest MVP odds and debate whether C.J. Stroud is a legitimate candidate. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Titans at Jaguars (4:05) 🏈: Chargers at Packers (6:07) 🏈: Cardinals at Texans (8:10) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (10:41) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (47:19) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (49:52) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (51:30) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 NFL Week 11 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 16, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear & Geoff start the show discussing Texas A&M firing head coach Jimbo Fisher and the top candidates for his replacement. Next, Bear makes his Week 12 CFB picks featuring Tulane-FAU, Oregon-Arizona State and Washington-Oregon State. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC reacts to Jim Harbaugh’s suspension and last week’s Michigan-Penn State game. Are you more or less impressed by the Wolverines? The gang covers the biggest games on the Week 12 schedule like Georgia-Tennessee, Washington-Oregon State, and Kansas State-Kansas, plus the latest Heisman Trophy odds. Is Jayden Daniels the best player in the country? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Tulane at FAU (3:54) 🏈 Oregon at Arizona State (5:29) 🏈 Washington at Oregon State (8:18) 🏈 Illinois at Iowa (12:15) 🏈 Temple UAB (13:55) 🏈 Nebraska at Wisconsin (15:30) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (18:11) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (62:39) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (63:50) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 10, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show recapping Josh Dobbs’ incredible Vikings debut. Is Dobbs a Comeback Player of the Year contender or will Damar Hamlin win this award? Next, Bear makes his Week 10 picks featuring the Lions vs. Chargers and the Commanders vs. Seahawks. Are the Chargers going to be a problem for the Lions? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about the biggest games of the week like Browns-Ravens, Texans-Bengals and 49ers-Jaguars. Is this the last week to bet Trevor Lawrence for MVP? The guys predict the Giants over/under win total with undrafted rookie Tommy DeVito starting at QB, and they also discuss Kyler Murray’s return and if it means wins are coming for the Cardinals. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Lions at Chargers (6:39) 🏈: Commanders at Seahawks (9:00) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (11:10) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (51:55) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (54:20) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (55:24) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate Super 6 NFL Week 10 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 9, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Conference championship races are heating up and Bear makes his Week 11 CFB picks featuring Duke-UNC, Cincinnati-Houston, Old Dominion-Liberty, and more. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC reacts to the latest College Football Playoff Rankings and give their opinions on who they think is the best team in the country right now. The guys also talk about the latest Heisman odds, and this week’s biggest matchups like Michigan-Penn State, Ole Miss-Georgia, Utah-Washington and USC-Oregon. Which team is on upset alert? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Rice at UTSA (6:58) 🏈 Old Dominion at Liberty (8:27) 🏈 NC State at Wake Forest (9:45) 🏈 Duke at UNC (11:39) 🏈 Cincinnati at Houston (13:27) 🏈 Memphis at Charlotte (16:50) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (19:42) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (55:54) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (56:58) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 3, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show reacting to the NFL Trade Deadline, and discuss whether or not the Chase Young trade affects the 49ers’ Super Bowl odds. Next, Bear makes his Week 9 picks featuring the Colts vs. Panthers and the Vikings vs. Falcons. Can the Vikings trust Jaren Hall to be their starting QB? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about the biggest games of the week like Seahawks-Ravens, Bills-Bengals and Cowboys-Eagles. Are the Cowboys contenders or pretenders in the NFC? The guys also discuss the latest MVP odds and Joe Burrow’s chances. Could we see a non-QB win the award this year? Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Colts vs. Panthers (3:55) 🏈: Vikings vs. Falcons (5:57) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat(9:52) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (53:00) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (56:23) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (57:00) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate Super 6 NFL Week 9 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 2, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear makes his Week 10 CFB picks featuring LSU vs. Alabama, Washington vs. USC, Virginia Tech vs. Louisville, and Illinois vs. Minnesota. Who should be on upset alert this week? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC reacts to the first College Football Playoff Rankings, the Heisman Trophy race, and the latest new details surrounding the Michigan sign-stealing scandal. Will Jim Harbaugh be held responsible? The guys also cover this week’s big-time matchups like Kansas State vs. Texas, Oregon State vs. Colorado, Oklahoma vs. Oklahoma State, and Notre Dame vs. Clemson. Can the Trojans exploit the 5th-ranked Huskies? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Virginia Tech at Louisville (7:30) 🏈: LSU at Alabama (9:32) 🏈: Illinois at Minnesota (13:21) 🏈: Washington at USC (16:55) 💬 : The Gambling Group Chat (21:08) 💰 : Bear’s Best Bet (1:02:55) 💰 : Geoff’s Best Bet (01:05:00) *Timecodes are approximate Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 27, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show with Bear’s NFL Week 8 picks featuring the Eagles vs. Commanders, Vikings vs. Packers and Raiders vs. Lions. Will the Lions bounce back from Sunday’s debacle? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The guys chat about the current Super Bowl and MVP odds. Can Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts, or Lamar Jackson challenge Patrick Mahomes? They also talk about the Buffalo Bills playoff odds, and matchups in the Week 8 slate including Rams vs. Cowboys, Dolphins vs. Patriots and Browns vs. Seahawks. What’s going on with Deshaun Watson and his shoulder injury? They wrap the conversation giving their honest thoughts on the “Taylor Swift Effect” and the Chiefs going 5-0, 4-1 ATS when she’s in attendance. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Eagles vs. Commanders (4:37) 🏈: Vikings vs. Packers (6:40) 🏈: Raiders vs. Lions (8:57) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (12:17) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (50:05) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (54:48) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (56:25) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate Super 6 NFL Week 8 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to wi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 26, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear and Geoff start the show talking discussing Michigan’s sign-stealing allegations and the betting implications. Will this impact J.J. McCarthy’s Heisman Trophy odds? Next, Bear makes his Week 9 CFB picks, including Clemson at NC State and BYU at Texas. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC dive into the games to watch in the Week 9 slate including the Pac-12 showdown between Oregon vs. Utah, Georgia vs. Florida, Ohio State vs. Wisconsin, and Colorado vs. UCLA. Can the Buffaloes pull off the upset over the Bruins? The guys also discuss the 2024 NFL Draft and the odds to be the first-overall pick. Is Caleb Williams still the betting favorite to go No.1? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Clemson at NC State (10:05) 🏈 BYU at Texas (12:09) 🏈 Georgia at Florida (14:03) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (17:11) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (54:36) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (55:58) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 20, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show with Bear’s NFL Picks for Week 7 featuring the Falcons vs. Buccaneers and Browns vs. Colts. Can PJ Walker get it done again? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about the Week 7 slate including Dolphins vs. Eagles, Chargers vs. Chiefs, and Lions vs. Ravens. Are the Lions a legitimate Super Bowl contender? Jared Goff MVP? They wrap the conversation looking at Bill Belichick’s uncertain future and discussing Coach of the Year candidates like Dan Campbell, Mike McDaniel and DeMeco Ryans. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Browns vs. Colts (5:20) 🏈: Falcons vs. Buccaneers (7:45) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (10:05) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (48:43) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (52:15) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (54:05) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate Super 6 NFL Week 7 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 19, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear and Geoff start the show recapping last week’s Washington-Oregon thriller and Michael Penix Jr.’s performance. Who will come out on top if they meet again in the Pac-12 title game? Next, Bear makes his Week 8 CFB picks, including Pittsburgh vs. Wake Forest, Mississippi vs. Auburn, and South Carolina vs. Missouri. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discusses the Penn State-Ohio State Big Ten showdown and the other big-time matchup between Utah-USC. The guys wrap things up by discussing Heisman Trophy contenders J.J. McCarthy, Jayden Daniels, and frontrunner Michael Penix Jr. and debate if Colorado can win another game. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week and give their thoughts on bets submitted by listeners. Send us your bets for the chance to be featured in next week’s show!: 🏈 Pittsburgh at Wake Forest (8:36) 🏈 Mississippi at Auburn (10:44) 🏈 South Carolina at Missouri (12:34) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (15:38) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (45:30) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (46:28) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 13, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show with Bear’s Week 6 NFL picks featuring the 49ers vs. Browns, Seahawks vs. Bengals and Cardinals vs. Rams. Can the Browns pull off the upset against arguably the best team in the NFL? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about Week 6 opening odds and why you shouldn’t bet on the Cowboys vs. Chargers. They also discuss Brock Purdy’s success and if he is a legitimate MVP candidate. Is Patrick Mahomes still the frontrunner? They wrap the conversation looking at the teams with the best odds for the worst regular-season record and Kirk Cousins trade talk. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: 49ers at Browns (5:10) *Notable line movement: Browns (+7 to +9.5) 🏈: Seahawks at Bengals (7:47) 🏈: Cardinals at Rams (10:10) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (13:35) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (44;04) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (51:15) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (54:53) *Timecodes are approximate Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Super 6 NFL Week 4 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 12, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear and Geoff start the show talking about the Miami-Georgia Tech late-game blunder in what was one of the worst betting turns of the football season. As a former player himself, Geoff talks about how you overcome a devastating loss like this. Next, Bear makes his Week 7 CFB picks, including NC State vs. Duke, Auburn vs. LSU and Miami vs. UNC. Can the Hurricanes get back on track? Later, he is joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss more big games in the Week 7 slate like the Pac-12 showdown between Oregon vs. Washington, USC vs. Notre Dame and UCLA vs. Oregon State. They also discuss the latest Heisman Trophy odds and whether or not Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy and Georgia’s Brock Bowers should be in the discussion. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: NC State at Duke (7:00) 🏈: Miami at UNC (8:58) 🏈: Auburn at LSU (12:00) 🏈: Troy at Army (14:42) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (16:50) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (49:00) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (50:52) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz *Timecodes are approximate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 6, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show talking about the Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive struggles, and Patrick Mahomes’ slide which cost Chiefs bettors big. Bear gives his Week 5 NFL picks featuring the Jaguars vs. Bills, Bengals vs. Cardinals, and Titans vs. Colts. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about Week 5 heavy favorites, adjusted win totals, NFC South surprises, and the Defensive Rookie of the Year race between Jalen Carter and Devon Witherspoon. They also discuss other Week 5 NFL picks against the spread, and whether or not Christian McCaffrey actually has a chance at MVP. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Titans at Colts (4:23) 🏈: Jaguars at Bills (7:30) 🏈: Bengals at Cardinals (10:05) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (13:23) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (38:57) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (43:30) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (44:25) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate Super 6 NFL Week 5 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 5, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear starts the show with his Week 6 CFB picks for the weekend ahead, including Kentucky vs. Georgia and Alabama vs. Texas A&M. Later, he is joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss more ranked games in the Week 6 slate like Oklahoma vs. Texas, Notre Dame vs. Louisville, Maryland vs. Ohio State, and make their National Championship predictions where things currently stand. They also talk about the undefeated and unknown teams like Maryland, Washington State, Missouri, Kentucky and Louisville. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Washington State at UCLA (7:40) 🏈 Kentucky at Georgia (10:15) 🏈 Alabama at Texas A&M (12:27) 🏈 Marshall at NC State (16:20) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (19:19) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (56:46) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (58:30) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 29, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show recapping last week's upsets and a record-setting offense. Next, Bear gives his Week 4 NFL picks featuring the Patriots vs. Cowboys, Bengals vs. Titans, and Rams vs. Colts. Bear and Geoff are then joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks Dolphins vs. Bills odds, predictions, and the over/under for the game. They also discuss their other Week 4 NFL picks against the spread including Chiefs vs. Jets, and Travis Kelce prop bets now that Taylor Swift is rumored to go to the game. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Bengals at Titans (6:15) 🏈: Patriots at Cowboys (8:19) 🏈: Rams at Colts (9:57) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (13:15) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (15:10) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (53:46) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (54:35) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate Super 6 NFL Week 4 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 28, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear starts the show with his Week 5 CFB picks and is later joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill. The Gambling Group Chat talks about 2023 Heisman Trophy betting favorites Caleb Williams and Michael Penix. Jr, USC vs. Colorado, Michigan vs. Nebraska, under-the-radar teams to watch, and big-time clashes like #1 Georgia at Auburn. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Houston at Texas Tech (8:29) 🏈 Indiana at Maryland (10:24) 🏈 Texas A&M at Arkansas (13:37) 🏈 Nebraska at Michigan (16:45) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (20:09) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (50:50) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (52:37) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 22, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show recapping a tough NFL Week 2 and give their thoughts on who could win the Super Bowl. Bear gives his Week 3 NFL picks featuring the Eagles vs. Buccaneers, Bills vs. Commanders, and Titans vs. Browns. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about the surprising start to the NFL season and unexpected 2-0 and 0-2 teams. They also discuss their Week 3 NFL picks against the spread, games they want no part of, and MVP favorites. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks, make their Best Bets of the week, and wrap the show with their FOX Super 6 picks. It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. 🏈: Titans at Browns (4:23) 🏈: Bills at Commanders (7:30) 🏈: Eagles at Buccaneers (10:05) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (13:23) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (38:57) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (43:30) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (44:25) 💸: FOX Super 6 (45:45) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 21, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear starts the show with his Week 4 CFB picks for the MONSTER weekend ahead! Later, he is joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about the big-time Pac-12 clashes in Colorado vs. Oregon, UCLA vs. Utah, plus more ranked games in the Week 4 slate like Ohio State vs. Notre Dame. They also make their National Championship predictions. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Auburn at Texas A&M (2:40) 🏈: Mississippi State at South Carolina (4:40) 🏈: Liberty at FIU (6:45) 🏈: Air Force at San Jose State (8:53) 🏈: GA Southern at Ball State (11:05) 🏈: Tulsa at Northern Illinois (13:29) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (16:04) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (44:55) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (47:08) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 15, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show recapping NFL Week 1 and the biggest disappointing teams. Bear gives his Week 2 NFL picks and is later joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about NFL odds after Aaron Rodgers' injury, futures, and more. Bear and Geoff also give their survivor pool picks and advice, and share their Best Bets of the week. They wrap the show with Bear's FOX Super 6 picks. It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win. 🏈: Commanders at Broncos (5:10) 🏈: Bears at Buccaneers (7:50) 🏈: Jets at Cowboys (12:05) 🏈: Bills at Jets (15:25) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat (19:03) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (39:03) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet (44:15) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (45:23) 💸: FOX Super 6 (48:00) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 14, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear starts the show with his Week 3 CFB picks and is later joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about Colorado bets still out there & ranked road favorites in danger vs unranked teams, Week 2 overreactions and Week 3 betting tips including wagers involving huge favorites like UGA and Texas. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Iowa State at Ohio (4:03) 🏈 Syracuse at Purdue (6:38) 🏈 UL Monroe at Texas A&M (10:05) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (18:03) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (38:02) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (39:50) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 8, 2023
In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off talking about why betting the NFL is harder than anything else. Bear gives his Week 1 NFL picks and is later joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about Week 1 bets, futures, props, and more. Bear and Geoff also give their survivor pool picks and advice, and wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈: Packers at Bears ( 4:40 ) 🏈: Bengals at Browns ( 8:40 ) 🏈: Jaguars at Colts ( 12:07 ) 🏈: Bills at Jets ( 15:39 ) 💬: The Gambling Group Chat ( 20:50 ) 🔥: Survivor Pool Picks ( 38:17 ) 💰: Bear’s Best Bet ( 44:30 ) 💰: Geoff’s Best Bet ( 44:55 ) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. *Timecodes are approximate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 7, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear gives his Week 2 CFB picks and is once again joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC talks about Week 1 overreactions and Week 2 betting tips including Colorado, Texas-Alabama, and more. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Oregon at Texas Tech (1:52) 🏈 Auburn at California (7:45) 🏈 Stanford at USC (9:48) 🏈 Temple at Rutgers (11:58) 🏈 New Mexico State at Liberty (14:17) 💬 The Gambling Group Chat (17:40) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (41:58) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (43:37) Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 31, 2023
Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast that takes you inside the thrilling world of sports gambling. On the very first episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz dive into the action-packed realm of college football betting. Bear gives his Week 1 College Football picks and is later joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for “The Gambling Group Chat.” The group talks about the 2023 Heisman Trophy odds and CFB win totals. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 🏈 Boise State at Washington (6:15) 🏈 South Alabama at Tulane (9:09) 🏈 Middle Tennessee at Alabama (11:55) 🏈 Fresno State at Purdue (16:30) 🏆 Heisman Trophy odds (21:56) 🙌 College Football Win Totals (28:23) 💰 Bear’s Best Bet (45:50) 💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (48:27) Starting next week, catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 24, 2023
Welcome to "Bear Bets," a FOX Sports podcast that takes you inside the thrilling world of sports gambling. Join host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica, alongside former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz, as they dive into the action-packed realm of NFL and college football betting. Get ready for expert insights, favorite picks, best bets, and in-depth analysis on the biggest football storylines. What sets us apart? These are real bets, placed by Bear and Geoff themselves. Tune in for an authentic, high-stakes experience with "Bear Bets." Your winning play starts here. Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow the guys on X @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices