
Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show
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Carey Pinkowski previews the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle executive director Carey Pinkowski to preview the race.

Team USA will face Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic final
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris previewed the World Baseball Classic championship game between Team USA and Venezuela on Tuesday evening.

Full Show — March 16, 2026
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed Team USA's dramatic 2-1 win against the Dominican Republic on Sunday in the World Baseball Classic semifinals and welcomed on college basketball analyst Tim Doyle to preview the NCAA Tournament.

Cubs have a few concerns as start of regular season looms (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by discussing Team USA's dramatic 2-1 win against the Dominican Republic on Sunday in the World Baseball Classic semifinals, a contest that ended on a blown strike call. After that, they discussed a few concerns surrounding the Cubs as the start of the regular season looms. Later, they listened and reacted to the highlights of Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd's interview on Inside the Clubhouse on Saturday.

Brett Kollmann thinks Bears will go 'all in' to address pass rush need (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Bootleg Football Podcast co-host and All 32 creator Brett Kollman to discuss the Bears' needs and to share insight on this NFL Draft class. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote discussed how much salary cap maneuvering the Bears still need to do. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

5 On It & Tim Doyle previews NCAA Tournament (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, college basketball analyst Tim Doyle joined the show to preview the NCAA Tournament.

Chris Rose talks World Baseball Classic, Cubs' chances of dethroning Brewers (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Baseball Today host Chris Rose to discuss the exciting World Baseball Classic and to discuss whether the Cubs can dethrone the Brewers in the NL Central this season. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote discussed the latest in the Bears’ stadium saga.

Chris Rose talks World Baseball Classic, Cubs' chances of dethroning Brewers
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Baseball Today host Chris Rose to discuss the exciting World Baseball Classic and to discuss whether the Cubs can dethrone the Brewers in the NL Central this season.

What's your concern level 1-10 with Cubs, White Sox with Opening Day looming?
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how they're feeling about the Cubs and White Sox as the start of the regular season looms.

Tim Doyle believes 3 teams are capable of winning the NCAA Tournament
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by college basketball analyst Tim Doyle to preview the NCAA Tournament.

5 On It: Does the World Baseball Classic have a better atmosphere than the World Series?
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of topics in the 5 On It segment.

How much do the Bears really have to flex the salary cap?
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how much salary cap maneuvering the Bears still need to do.

Brett Kollmann thinks Bears will go 'all in' to address pass rush need
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Bootleg Football Podcast co-host and All 32 creator Brett Kollman to discuss the Bears' needs and to share insight on this NFL Draft class.

Matthew Boyd shared why he joined the Cubs before the end of the WBC
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote listened and reacted to the highlights of Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd's interview on Inside the Clubhouse on Saturday.

Cubs didn’t have the best weekend
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a few concerns surrounding the Cubs.

That isn't how we wanted Team USA's win over Dominican Republic to end
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed Team USA's dramatic 2-1 win against the Dominican Republic on Sunday in the World Baseball Classic semifinals, a contest that ended on a blown strike call.

Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score: March 9-13
bonusIn Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, Ringer draft analyst Todd McShay joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share insight on the 2026 NFL Draft class and where its strengths match up with the Bears' needs; Russ Dorsey of Yahoo Sports joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss the latest Cubs storylines in spring training, including utilityman Matt Shaw getting a look at first base; and former Bears offensive lineman Roberto Garza joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to reflect on his failed physical with the Baltimore Ravens in 2005, which led him to sign with Chicago, where he found great success.

Best of the Bears: Defensive line still needs reinforcement
bonusIn the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share his takeaways from general manager Ryan Poles' press conference Thursday and to discuss the need for Chicago to improve its pass rush; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' need to bolster their defensive line; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris took calls from Score listeners who shared their thoughts on whether the Bears should pursue Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby in a trade.

Ryan Poles explained why they traded DJ Moore | Take The North
bonusFrom 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski hear Bears general manager Ryan Poles explain his reasoning for trading receiver DJ Moore to the Bills. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full Show — March 13, 2026
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote shared their takeaways from Bears general manager Ryan Poles' press conference Thursday.

Ryan Poles talks Bears’ free agency, role in Maxx Crosby trade sweepstakes (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by sharing their takeaways from Bears general manager Ryan Poles’ press conference Thursday. After that, they examined the Bears’ decisions at the safety position this offseason. Later, they listened and reacted to All-Pro safety Kevin Byard’s comments explaining why he left the Bears to sign with the Patriots.

Patrick Finley talks Ryan Poles' blunt assessment of Bears' recent moves (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Sun-Times writer Patrick Finley to discuss the Bears’ additions this offseason and to share his takeaways from general manager Ryan Poles’ press conference Thursday. After that, Rahimi and Grote reacted to safety Jaquan Brisker leaving the Bears to sign with the Steelers. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

5 On It & Jeremy Werner previews Illinois-Wisconsin matchup (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they discussed how Bears general manager Ryan Poles seemed upset by the NFL failing to award compensatory draft picks to Chicago for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham’s departure to become the Atlanta Falcons’ new general manager. Later, Jeremy Werner of Illini Inquirer joined the show to preview the Illinois-Wisconsin matchup in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals Friday afternoon.

Daryl Ruiter shares a scouting report on a couple new Bears (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed whether the Bears can keep their grip on the NFC North after winning it in 2025. After that, Daryl Ruiter from 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland joined the show to share what fans should expect to see from a pair of new Bears additions in linebacker Devin Bush and offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. Both are former Browns players whom he covered.

Transition: We need to see Kalif Raymond throw out a first pitch at a White Sox game
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote welcomed on Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali for the daily transition segment.

Bears won the NFC North in 2025 — will they give it back in 2026?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed whether the Bears can keep their grip on the NFC North after winning it in 2025.

Ryan Poles didn't look happy about not getting compensatory draft picks
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed how Bears general manager Ryan Poles seemed upset by the NFL failing to award compensatory draft picks to Chicago for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham’s departure to become the Atlanta Falcons’ new general manager.

5 On It: Have the Bears had the weakest offseason in the NFC North?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Did the Bears even consider bringing back safety Jaquan Brisker?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote reacted to safety Jaquan Brisker leaving the Bears to sign with the Steelers.

Patrick Finley talks Ryan Poles' blunt assessment of Bears' recent moves
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Sun-Times writer Patrick Finley to discuss the Bears’ additions this offseason and to share his takeaways from general manager Ryan Poles’ press conference Thursday.

Ryan Poles talked Bears’ free agency, role in Maxx Crosby trade sweepstakes
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote shared their takeaways from Bears general manager Ryan Poles’ press conference Thursday.

Examining the Bears’ decisions at the safety position
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote examined the Bears’ decisions at the safety position this offseason.

How do we feel about the Bears' moves in free agency so far? | Take The North
bonusFrom 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote offer their feelings on how the Bears have maneuvered their roster early in free agency. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full Show — March 12, 2026
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed the state of the Bears' roster with the first wave of NFL free agency completed.

Is the dream of Maxx Crosby and the Bears joining forces officially dead? (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by wondering if the possibility of the Bears acquiring Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby is still alive or dead. After that, they debated whether the Bears have done enough to replace their difference-makers from the 2025 roster who have left the organization this offseason.

Andrew Brandt talks Ravens nixing their trade to acquire Maxx Crosby (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by former NFL executive Andrew Brandt to discuss the Ravens backing out of their trade agreement to acquire Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby after he failed a physical with Baltimore. After that, Rahimi and Grote discussed Team USA advancing to the knockout stage of the World Baseball Classic thanks to Italy’s win over Mexico on Wednesday evening. Later, they reacted to the news that the Cubs have named left-hander Matthew Boyd their Opening Day starter.

5 On It & what's the biggest hole on the Bears' roster? (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Mark Grote and Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, the trio discussed the biggest holes on the Bears' roster right now.

Russ Dorsey talks Cubs & World Baseball Classic (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Mark Grote and Leila Rahimi were joined by Russ Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the latest Cubs and World Baseball Classic storylines.

Transition: Don't swim in the Chicago River
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Russ Dorsey talks Cubs: Matt Shaw's role, Matt Boyd getting Opening Day nod
Mark Grote and Leila Rahimi were joined by Russ Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the latest Cubs and World Baseball Classic storylines.

Does former Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan make sense for the Bears?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed if the Bears should pursue defensive end Cameron Jordan in free agency.

What's the biggest hole on the Bears' roster?
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor to discuss the biggest holes on the Bears' roster right now.

Italy helps Team USA survive in the World Baseball Classic
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed Team USA advancing to the knockout stage of the World Baseball Classic thanks to Italy’s win over Mexico on Wednesday evening.

Andrew Brandt talks saga of Ravens' nixed trade for Maxx Crosby
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by former NFL executive Andrew Brandt to discuss the Ravens backing out of their trade agreement to acquire Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby after he failed a physical with Baltimore.

Have the Bears done enough to replace 2025's defensive difference-makers?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote debated whether the Bears have done enough to replace their defensive difference-makers from the 2025 roster who have left the organization this offseason.

Is the dream of Maxx Crosby and the Bears joining forces officially dead?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote wondered if the possibility of the Bears acquiring Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby is still alive or dead.

Full Show — March 11, 2026
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to the Ravens backing out of their trade to acquire star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders after Crosby failed a physical with Baltimore. Should the Bears get back in the Crosby trade sweepstakes?

Ravens back out of the trade for Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by reacting to the Ravens backing out of a trade agreement to acquire star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders after Crosby failed their physical. After that, they discussed if the Bears should get back in the Crosby trade sweepstakes. Later, they took calls from Score listeners about a potential Crosby pursuit for the Bears.

Mike Florio: It makes sense for Bears to 'monitor' the Maxx Crosby situation (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the Ravens backing out of a trade agreement to acquire star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders after Crosby failed their physical. How many teams are interested in Crosby now? After that, Rahimi and Harris discussed Team USA’s 8-6 loss to Italy in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday and detailed how manager Mark DeRosa erred with his lineup choices. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

5 On It & Bam Adebayo scores 83 points! (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Rahimi and Harris reset where the Bears are as NFL free agency continues and the new league year is officially set to start at 3 p.m. Wednesday. Later, they discussed Heat center Bam Adebayo scoring a historic 83 points, the second-most in NBA history in a game, in Miami’s 150-129 win against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday.