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Bruce & The Bear: #15 USC at #7 Oregon, #22 Missouri at #8 Oklahoma + Comparing Miami & Notre Dame's Resumes

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, 202537 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 12

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 INTRO01:00 SUPER BOWL: BET NFC OR AFC?06:00 CHIEFS MAKING THE PLAYOFFS?09:00 BUCS @ RAMS10:00 STEELERS @ BEARS12:50 JAGUARS @ CARDINALS14:00 EAGLES @ COWBOYS15:15 BROWNS @ RAIDERS17:15 PROP BET OF THE WEEK21:50 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 21, 202523 min

Oregon's Dan Lanning On #15 USC + #9 Notre Dame or Miami in CFP | CFB Week 13 Gambling Guide

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 INTRO01:00 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP ODDS03:45 MIAMI OR NOTRE DAME IN CFP?06:30 DAN LANNING INTERVIEW09:00 USC VS OREGON19:00 MICHIGAN VS MARYLAND21:00 MISSOURI VS OKLAHOMA23:30 TENNESSEE VS FLORIDA29:45 MIAMI VS VIRGINIA TECH33:50 PITTSBURGH VS GEORGIA TECH37:00 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES46:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER49:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT53:45 BEST BETS56:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 20, 202559 min

College Football Playoff Rankings: #4 Alabama Falling + SEC Parity & Fading Chiefs?

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 INTRO01:00 QUICK WEEKEND RECAP02:40 FLORIDA VS OLE MISS05:00 GEORGIA BULLDOGS BITE BACK07:45 GUNNER STOCKTON: HEISMAN?08:30 GEORGIA BEATS TEXAS11:00 OKLAHOMA BEATS ALABAMA13:20 MISSOURI GETTING THEIR QB BACK?16:00 TEXAS A&M ALL-TIME COMEBACK21:00 HEISMAN RACE ODDS23:00 PREDICTING NEW CFP RANKINGS25:30 NOTRE DAME OR MIAMI FOR CFP?31:55 MAKING THE CFP33:30 TIME TO FADE THE CHIEFS?37:30 AFC WEST ODDS39:00 RAMS DEFEAT SEAHAWKS43:30 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING48:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 17, 202551 min

Bruce & The Bear: #10 Texas at #5 Georgia, #11 Oklahoma at #4 Alabama + Latest On Penn State's Head Coach Opening

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, 202529 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 11

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 INTRO01:00 BEAR BETS PARLAY08:50 CHARGERS VS JAGUARS09:45 VIKINGS VS BEARS11:00 PACKERS VS GIANTS12:20 LIONS VS EAGLES14:30 BUCS VS BILLS15:00 PROP OF THE WEEK16:15 RAMS VS SEAHAWKS17:00 CHIEFS VS BRONCOS23:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 14, 202526 min

National Championship Odds + #10 Texas vs #5 Georgia | CFB Week 12 Gambling Guide

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 INTRO01:00 CFP RANKINGD REACTION02:30 CFP ODDS & FUTURES06:00 WILL HILL JOINS06:30 #10 TEXAS @ #5 GEORGIA11:20 #11 OKLAHOMA @ #4 ALABAMA16:00 FLORIDA @ #7 OLE MISS16:50 SAMMY P'S VEGAS INSIDER TIP18:20 #9 NOTRE DAME @ #22 PITTSBURGH23:00 IOWA @ #17 USC26:30 #18 MICHIGAN @ NORTHWESTERN35:15 #19 VIRGINIA @ DUKE40:55 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER44:00 UNDERDOG THAT CAN WIN OUTRIGHT48:20 BEST BETS50:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 13, 202554 min

College Football Playoff Rankings Predictions: Is Notre Dame Overrated? | Patriots Best AFC Bet?

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 RankingsPatriots & NFL MVP OddsEarly Lines They're Eyeing CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:00 BEAR BETS STAY UNDEFEATED03:00 #2 INDIANA STUNNER05:00 PREDICTING THE NEW CFP RANKINGS10:00 IS #10 NOTRE DAME OVERRATED?14:30 NOTRE DAME'S REMAINING SCHEDULE18:00 UTAH OVERRATED?25:00 JMU OR USF?28:00 NFL TALK29:00 PATRIOTS BEST IN AFC?32:00 VIKINGS VS RAVENS34:00 NFL MVP ODDS42:00 BAD BEAT: JAGUARS VS TEXANS45:00 OREGON VS IOWA49:00 EARLY LINES01:00:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 10, 20251h 4m

Bruce & The Bear: #9 Oregon at #20 Iowa, #3 Texas A&M at #22 Missouri + Who Will Be LSU's Next Coach?

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, 202539 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 10

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 INTRO01:00 WHO IS THE BEST IN THE NFC?06:40 FALCONS @ COLTS08:30 RAVENS @ VIKINGS09:30 PATRIOTS @ BUCCANEERS11:00 CARDINALS @ SEAHAWKS13:20 GIANTS @ BEARS14:20 EAGLES @ PACKERS15:00 PROP OF THE WEEK15:30 RAMS @ NINERS17:10 SUPER 6 PROP20:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 7, 202523 min

Texas A&M’s Mike Elko Talks #22 Missouri + #9 Oregon vs #20 Iowa | CFB Week 11 Gambling Guide

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 INTRO01:30 CFP REACTIONS03:30 9-3 TEXAS LONGHORNS05:45 TEXAS A&M'S MIKE ELKO10:00 TEXAS A&M VS MISSOURI20:30 TEXAS A&M VS MISSOURI PREVIEW23:40 OREGON VS IOWA27:42 BYU VS TEXAS TECH32:30 LSU VS ALABAMA37:22 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES52:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER55:00 FAVORITE UNDERDOG TO WIN57:45 BEST BETS01:01:16 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 6, 20251h 4m

Can #13 Texas Longhorns Make The College Football Playoff & Early Lines | CFB & NFL Recap

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 INTRO01:00 #5 GEORGIA VS FLORIDA BAD BEAT02:20 #13 TEXAS DEF. #15 VANDY04:00 CAN #13 TEXAS MAKE CFP?06:00 SEC WINNER08:00 WEATHER & TRAVEL BEAR RANT13:45 ACC CHAOS15:30 ACC WINNER20:00 WHICH TEAM THAT LOST THIS WEEK CAN MAKE CFP?26:00 OFFICIATING BEAR RANT31:40 #12 VIRGINIA & CAL BAD BEAT35:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING42:20 WORLD SERIES RANT46:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 3, 202549 min

Bruce & The Bear: Where Will Brian Kelly Coach Next, Who Will Fill The Other Head Coaching Vacancies + #9 Vanderbilt at #20 Texas & More!

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, 202528 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 9

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 INTRO01:30 SCARIEST OFFENSE IN THE NFL08:00 FALCONS @ PATRIOTS09:30 JAGUARS @ RAIDERS10:40 CHIEFS @ BILLS12:20 COLTS @ STEELERS14:00 GEOFF'S SUPER PROP OF THE WEEK14:50 VIKINGS @ LIONS17:30 SURVIVOR PICK18:20 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 202520 min

Georgia's Kirby Smart, Texas vs Vanderbilt & Best College Football Bets

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 INTRO02:00 WHICH PLAYOFF FAVORITE WON'T MAKE IT05:30 KIRBY SMART INTERVIEW12:30 GEORGIA @ FLORIDA20:30 PENN STATE @ #1 OHIO STATE24:45 #23 USC @ NEBRASKA30:00 #18 OKLAHOMA @ #14 TENNESSEE33:00 #9 VANDERBILT @ #20 TEXAS35:50 #5 GEORGIA @ FLORIDA39:00 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES53:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER OF THE WEEK56:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT58:30 BEST BETS01:01:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 30, 20251h 4m

Dave Portnoy’s 2025 Breeders’ Cup Betting Guide | Best Bets, Picks & Top Horses

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’ CupFilly & Mare Turf, Mile, Sprint breakdownsTop horses to watchValue picks & betting strategyPortnoy’s favorite plays of the weekendBear’s biggest edges on the boardDon’t lock in your bets before tuning in! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:00 BARSTOOL'S DAVE PORTNOY01:30 BREEDERS' CUP02:00 SOVEREIGNTY SCRATCHED05:00 2025 BREEDERS' CUP GAMBLING GUIDE08:30 TURF RACE14:16 MILE RACE20:00 SPRINT RACE23:00 BEST BETS28:00 LONG SHOTS30:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 29, 202534 min

LSU FIRES Brian Kelly, College Football Playoff Dark Horse + NFL MVP Guide | CFB & NFL Recap

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 theTexas 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 NebraskaPlus, they recap their best (and worst) bets of the weekend across college football and the NFL. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:00 COACHES UNDEFEATED ON BEAR BETS01:50 LSU FIRES BRIAN KELLY03:30 WHO IS LSU'S NEXT COACH?09:00 CFP DARK HORSE13:30 NFL BETS16:00 JONATHAN TAYLOR MVP?24:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING30:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 27, 202532 min

Bruce & The Bear: #3 Texas A&M at #20 LSU, #8 Ole Miss at #13 Oklahoma + Betting on #12 Notre Dame To Make The CFB Playoff

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, 202531 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 8

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 INTRO01:30 TIME TO BET THE RAVENS?03:15 DOLPHINS @ FALCONS05:45 COMMANDERS @ CHIEFS07:15 BILLS @ PANTHERS08:35 BEARS @ RAVENS09:50 PACKERS @ STEELERS11:30 PROP BET OF THE WEEK12:15 GIANTS @ EAGLES14:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 24, 202517 min

Best College Football Bets for Week 9 + Memphis HC Ryan Silverfield Interview

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 INTRO01:00 CONFERENCES TO MAKE THE CFP05:30 MEMPHIS HC RYAN SILVERFIELD06:50 #18 SOUTH FLORIDA AT MEMPHIS18:30 GROUP OF 6 TEAM TO MAKE CFP21:45 UCLA AT #2 INDIANA25:00 #23 ILLINOIS AT WASHINGTON29:00 #8 OLE MISS AT #13 OKLAHOMA32:00 #15 MISSOURI AT #10 VANDERBILT35:00 #3 TEXAS A&M AT #20 LSU38:00 OTHER TOP GAMES53:20. FAVORITE OVER/UNDER55:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT58:00 BEST BETS01:02:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 23, 20251h 4m

SEC Power Rankings Shake-Up, Top 25 Chaos & Why Is #12 Notre Dame Underrated | CFB & NFL Recap

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 INTRO01:30 TOP 25 CHAOS02:30 BILLY NAPIER OUT AT FLORIDA04:00 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 SEC17:00 ASU UPSETS TEXAS TECH20:00 HOW MANY TEAM ARE BETTER THAN NOTRE DAME?23:00 GEORGIA HANDLES OLE MISS27:00 GEOFF IS DONE WITH IOWA30:00 CAN DIEGO PAVIA WIN THE HEISMAN?38:00 ARE THE COLTS FOR REAL?46:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING53:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 20, 202555 min

Bruce & The Bear: #5 Ole Miss at #8 Georgia, #11 Tennessee at #6 Alabama, + Betting on Penn State's Next HC

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 INTRO00:36 CURT CIGNETTI SIGNS EXTENSION AT IU01:23 WHO WILL BE PENN STATE'S NEXT HC?07:47 NEXT HC TO LOSE THEIR JOB?09:52 #5 OLE MISS AT #8 GEORGIA12:12 #11 TENNESSEE AT #6 ALABAMA14:58 #14 OKLAHOMA AT SOUTH CAROLINA17:20 #20 USC AT #13 NOTRE DAME20:07 #23 UTAH AT #15 BYU22:10 #7 TEXAS TECH AT ARIZONA STATE24:13 SMU AT CLEMSON25:34 UNDERDOGS TO BET ON27:35 2 MIN DRILL33:34 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 17, 202535 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 7

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 INTRO01:30 WHO WINS THE AFC EAST?07:30 OFFENSIVE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR10:00 BUCS @ LIONS13:00 SAINTS @ BEARS14:22 COLTS @ CHARGERS16:00 PACKERS @ CARDINALS17:30 EAGLES @ VIKINGS18:20 DOLPHINS @ BROWNS19:30 GEOFF'S PROP BET OF THE WEEK20:00 SUPER 6 PROP BETS25:00 SURVIVOR25:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 17, 202527 min

SEC MAYHEM: #11 Tennessee vs #6 Alabama, #5 Ole Miss vs #9 Georgia | CFB Week 8 Gambling Guide

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 INTRO02:00 BEST TEAM IN THE SEC?06:50 #20 USC vs #13 NOTRE DAME10:30 #23 UTAH vs #15 BYU13:00 #5 OLE MISS vs #9 GEORGIA17:15 #11 TENNESSEE vs #6 ALABAMA21:30 #10 LSU vs #17 VANDY26:00 #9 OREGON vs RUTGERS31:20 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES41:20 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER43:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT45:00 BEST BETS50:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 16, 202551 min

Penn State FIRES James Franklin, Oregon UPSET By Indiana + More | NFL & College Football Recap

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 INTRO01:30 PENN STATE FIRES JAMES FRANKLIN05:30 PENN STATE'S NEXT COACH12:00 INDIANA UPSETS OREGON15:00 FOUR BEST CFB TEAMS20:15 WHO ARE THE BIG TEN'S CFP TEAMS?28:45 BAD BEATS31:25 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING35:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 13, 202537 min

Betting on #1 Ohio State at #17 Illinois, #7 Indiana at #3 Oregon + How Long Will Belichick Last At UNC & More!

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 INTRO01:28 #1 OHIO STATE AT #17 ILLINOIS04:52 #7 INDIANA AT #3 OREGON08:40 #8 ALABAMA AT #14 MISSOURI12:45 #6 OKLAHOMA AT TEXAS16:18 OLD DOMINION AT MARSHALL17:26 UNC & HC BILL BELICHICK ISSUE STATEMENTS22:40 2 MIN DRILL28:01 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 10, 202529 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 6

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 INTRO02:20 SUPER BOWL CHAMP BET05:00 TITANS VS RAIDERS06:30 SEAHAWKS VS JAGUARS08:00 BILLS VS FALCONS09:30 RAMS VS RAVENS11:15 BRONCOS VS JETS12:55 CARDINALS VS COLTS14:50 LIONS VS CHIEFS16:00 NFL PROP BETS17:45 SURVIVOR PICK OF THE WEEK18:15 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 10, 202520 min

Ohio State's Ryan Day Interview + #7 Indiana vs #3 Oregon | College Football Week 7 Gambling Guide

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 INTRO04:30 HEISMAN CONVERSATION06:30 RYAN DAY INTERVIEW15:00 #7 INDIANA VS #3 OREGON18:45 #1 OHIO STATE VS #17 ILLINOIS23:20 #15 MICHIGAN VS USC28:30 #8 ALABAMA VS #14 MISSOURI30:37 #6 OKLAHOMA VS TEXAS37:17 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES44:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER45:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT47:00 BEST BETS52:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 9, 202555 min

Texas & Penn State Out Of Top 25 & Epic Bad Beats | NFL & College Football Recap

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 INTRO02:30 UCLA BEATING PENN ST11:00 FLORIDA TAKING DOWN TEXAS14:00 HOW MANY TEAMS ARE PLAYOFF LOCKS?18:00 NIGHTMARE AT UNC23:30 BAD BEATS OF THE WEEK37:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING43:30 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 6, 202546 min

Bruce & The Bear: #3 Miami at #18 Florida State, One Last Spin on Florida, & Bobby Petrino’s Impact On Arkansas

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 INTRO04:15 #3 MIAMI AT #18 FLORIDA STATE08:15 #16 VANDERBILT AT #10 ALABAMA10:45 WISCONSIN AT #20 MICHIGAN12:30 ONE MORE SPIN ON FLORIDA13:50 UNDERDOGS TO BET ON14:30 SHOULD BAMA BE GIVING UP MORE POINTS?15:40 2 MIN DRILL19:55 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 3, 202522 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 5

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 INTRO02:00 MVP CONVO05:30 RAVENS vs TEXANS09:23 BRONCOS vs EAGLES10:10 COMMANDERS VS CHARGERS11:10 VIKINGS VS BROWNS14:10 SUPER 616:12 COWBOYS VS JETS18:30 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, 202521 min

Miami QB Carson Beck Joins The Show + Week 6 College Football Gambling Guide

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 INTRO02:10 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP06:20 CARSON BECK INTERVIEW13:15 #9 TEXAS VS FLORIDA16:00 #22 ILLINOIS VS PURDUE17:15 #3 MIAMI VS FSU22:10 #16 VANDERBILT VS #10 ALABAMA28:50 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES40:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER43:00 BEST BETS48:00 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

Oct 2, 202551 min

Oregon Upsets Penn State, Kirby Smart's Alabama Problem & Are The Chiefs Back? | NFL & College Football Recap

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 29, 202545 min

Bruce & The Bear: #6 Oregon at #3 Penn State, Why The Sharps Love Bama, Update On John Mateer's Return & More!

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, 202526 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 4

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 INTRO00:45 CHIEFS AT RAVENS5:25 COLTS AT RAMS7:30 PANTHERS AT PATRIOTS10:30 TITANS AT TEXANS14:00 TWO WIN TOTALS TO WAGER ON NOW18:15 WHICH WR WILL HAVE THE MOST RECEIVING YARDS?24:25 WEEK 4 SURVIVOR PICK25:40 OUTRO (edited) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 26, 202534 min

College Football Week 5 Gambling Guide | #6 Oregon vs #3 Penn State + #13 Alabama vs #5 Georgia

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 INTRO02:50 #6 OREGON vs #3 PENN STATE06:15 #13 ALABAMA VS #5 GEORGIA09:30 #21 USC VS #23 ILLINOIS12:50 #1 OHIO STATE VS WASHINGTON16:35 #22 NOTRE DAME VS ARKANSAS18:30 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES30:15 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER32:30 FAVORITE UNDERDOG TO WIN35:15 BEST BETS39:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 202541 min

Auburn vs Oklahoma Chaos & Oregon vs Penn State Top-10 Clash | NFL & College Football Recap

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 INTRO03:30 INDIANA BEATS ILLINOIS11:00 #6 OREGON VS #3 PENN ST17:50 #1 OHIO STATE VS WASHINGTON20:45 BAD BEATS OF THE WEEK32:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING41:00 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 22, 202545 min

Bruce & The Bear: #17 Texas Tech at #16 Utah, Arch Manning & LaNorris Sellers updates & more

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, 202524 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 3

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 INTRO1:35 BETTING BIG FAVORITES5:22 RAMS AT EAGLES7:00 CARDINALS AT 49ERS7:33 TEXANS AT JAGUARS10:20 BRONCOS AT CHARGERS12:00 COWBOYS AT BEARS13:35 STEELERS AT PATRIOTS15:15 GEOFF’S SUPER PROP OF THE WEEK15:54 SUPER 6 - WHICH QB WILL THROW FOR MOST YARDS?17:50 WEEK 3 SURVIVOR PICK20:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 19, 202524 min

College Football Week 4 Gambling Guide | #22 Auburn vs #11 Oklahoma + Texas Tech's Joey McGuire

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 INTRO02:20 WHICH TEAMS ARE ELITE?06:00 TEXAS TECH'S JOEY MCGUIRE INTERVIEW15:00 #11 OKLAHOMA VS #22 AUBURN18:15 #9 ILLINOIS VS #19 INDIANA21:25 #17 TEXAS TECH VS #16 UTAH25:00 FLORIDA VS #4 MIAMI31:00 OTHER TOP GAMES43:00 WOULD YOU RATHER CFB EDITION52:00 FULL BET RECAP56:00 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 18, 202559 min

Kansas City Chiefs Dynasty Over? Is Notre Dame Finished? | NFL & College Football Recap

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 INTRO02:30 ACC TALK: CLEMSON DOWN, MIAMI UP12:00 WILL NOTRE DAME MAKE THE PLAYOFF?17:20 BAD BEAT OF THE WEEK: PENN STATE23:00 CHIEFS START 0-2. TIME TO JUMP IN?32:30 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING38:45 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 15, 202542 min

Bruce & The Bear: #16 Texas A&M at #8 Notre Dame, #18 South Florida at #5 Miami & More

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, 202526 min

Top NFL Bets To Make Money In Week 2

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 INTRO1:45 EALGES VS CHIEFS5:42 JAGUARS VS BENGALS7:24 PATRIOTS VS DOLPHINS10:28 GIANTS VS DALLAS13:00 RAIDERS VS CHARGERS14:52 CONCERNS FOR LIONS17:35 BEST BETS21:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 202523 min

College Football Week 3 Gambling Guide | #6 Georgia vs #15 Tennessee + David Pollack Interview

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 INTRO03:00 FUTURE BETS AFTER WEEK 206:00 DAVID POLLACK INTERVIEW30:00 GEORGIA VS TENNESSEE33:00 CLEMSON VS GEORGIA TECH36:30 USF VS MIAMI40:00 REST OF THE TOP GAMES52:40 BEST BETS57:25 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 11, 20251h 0m

Week 2 College Football Recap: Oklahoma Beats Michigan, Bad Beats & Early Lines We're Eyeing

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 DISCLAIMER01:35 INTRO02:30 WEEKEND RECAP05:30 DUKE VS ILLINOIS09:45 BAD BEATS18:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING23:00 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 8, 202527 min

Bruce & Bear Week 2: Iowa at #16 Iowa State, #15 Michigan at #18 Oklahoma & more

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 forThe 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, 202520 min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make For Week 1

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 INTRO1:31 LIONS AT PACKERS3:58 DOLPHINS AT COLTS5:20 RAIDERS AT PATRIOTS17:15 BUCCANEERS AT FALCONS8:30 TITANS AT BRONCOS9:40 FAVORITE FUTURE WAGER17:45 SURVIVOR PICK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 5, 202522 min

College Football Week 2 Gambling Guide | Michigan vs Oklahoma + Matt Campbell Interview

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 INTRO01:30 TEAMS WE'RE WORRIED ABOUT04:25 MATT CAMPBELL INTERVIEW10:30 TOP COLLEGE FOOTBALL GAMES15:40 IOWA VS IOWA ST20:30 OKLA ST VS OREGON23:10 OTHER CFB GAMES31:30 BEST BETS35:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 5, 202538 min

Week 1 College Football Recap: Ohio State Upsets Texas, Bill Belichick Disaster & More

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

Sep 2, 202537 min

Bruce & The Bear Week 1: #1 Texas at #3 Ohio State, #6 Notre Dame at #10 Miami & more

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 29, 202525 min