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Dee Brown talks Illini & Bears won't get draft pick compensation (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Illini legend Dee Brown to discuss Illinois advancing to the Final Four for the first time since he and the 2005 team reached the national championship game. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote reacted to the NFL officially ruling that the Bears won't receive draft pick compensation under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure from Chicago to become the Atlanta Falcons' new general manager. Later, they conducted the Halftime segment.

Apr 3, 202635 min

5 On It & Siera Santos joins the show (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, MLB Network host Siera Santos joined the show to discuss the latest White Sox and MLB storylines. Later, they remembered some of the best moments from White Sox home openers in the team's history.

Apr 3, 202639 min

Daniel Jeremiah talks prospects who fit the Bears in NFL Draft (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah to discuss the strengths of the 2026 NFL Draft class and to share which prospects could be good fits for the Bears. After that, Grote explained why he doesn't believe Bears chairman George McCaskey would be OK with moving the team to Indiana.

Apr 3, 202641 min

Transition: The weekend has arrived

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Apr 3, 20269 min

Daniel Jeremiah talks prospects who would fit the Bears in NFL Draft

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah to discuss the strengths of the 2026 NFL Draft class and to share which prospects could be good fits for the Bears.

Apr 3, 202617 min

5 On It: On a 1-10 scale, how much did the Bears get screwed out of compensatory picks?

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Apr 3, 202620 min

NFL officially rules Bears won't get draft pick compensation for Ian Cunningham's exit

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to the NFL officially ruling that the Bears won't receive draft pick compensation under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure from Chicago to become the Atlanta Falcons' new general manager.

Apr 3, 202612 min

Dee Brown talks Illinois' return to the Final Four, reflects on 2005 Illini run

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Illini legend Dee Brown to discuss Illinois advancing to the Final Four for the first time since he and the 2005 team reached the national championship game.

Apr 3, 202612 min

Jake Peavy reflects on his 'glorious' days with the White Sox

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by former White Sox right-hander and 2007 National League Cy Young winner Jake Peavy to reminisce about his tenure on the South Side from 2009-’13.

Apr 3, 202614 min

Grant Taylor to oppose Dylan Cease as White Sox host Blue Jays in home opener

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote previewed the White Sox’s home opener against the Blue Jays on Friday afternoon.

Apr 3, 202615 min

Best of the Cubs: Nico Hoerner reflects on his 6-year contract extension

In the Best of the Cubs this week, second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to detail what it meant to him to sign a six-year, $141-million contract extension with the club; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the Cubs' 6-2 win against the Angels on Wednesday; and Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his staff's form and to explain why he believes left-hander Shota Imanaga's stuff is better now than it was in his impressive 2024 season.

Apr 3, 202645 min

Grote doesn't think the Bears have ever been serious about building a stadium in Indiana | Take The North

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From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss what they learned about the Bears ongoing stadium location search at the NFL owners meetings. Grote has decided he doesn't believe the Bears have ever been seriously considering Indiana.

Apr 3, 20268 min

Bears aren’t letting go of the idea of obtaining compensatory draft picks (Hour 1)

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by sharing the latest details in the Bears’ pursuit of a new stadium. After that, they discussed how the Bears continue to lobby the NFL to award them compensatory draft picks under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure to become the Falcons' new general manager. Later, they broke down the Cubs’ 6-2 win against the Angels on Wednesday.

Apr 2, 202642 min

Joel Lorenzi discusses Jaden Ivey's turbulent exit from Bulls (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the areas where the Bears believe quarterback Caleb Williams can improve. After that, Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic joined the show to discuss the Bulls waiving guard Jaden Ivey after he made anti-LGBTQ comments.

Apr 2, 202634 min

5 On It & Danny Parkins talks Cubs, Bears and Bulls (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, FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the show to discuss the latest Cubs, Bears and Bulls storylines.

Apr 2, 202644 min

Dan Wiederer talks latest Bears news coming out of NFL owners meetings (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Dan Wiederer of The Athletic to discuss the latest Bears news coming out of the recent NFL owners meetings in Arizona. After that, Rahimi and Harris welcomed on Level Sporting Club founder Clarissa Flores to discuss the new bar she’s leading in Wrigleyville that will be focused on women’s sports.

Apr 2, 202639 min

White Sox DFA Rule 5 rookie Jedixson Paez after 3 outings

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to the White Sox designating right-hander Jedixson Paez for assignment.

Apr 2, 20266 min

Dan Wiederer breaks down the Bears' newsy week at NFL owners meetings

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Dan Wiederer of The Athletic to discuss the latest Bears news coming out of the recent NFL owners meetings in Arizona.

Apr 2, 202615 min

Danny Parkins talks Nico Hoerner's extension, Bears' push for compensatory picks

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by FS1 host Danny Parkins to discuss the latest Cubs, Bears and Bulls storylines.

Apr 2, 202616 min

5 On It: Matthew Boyd shines in Cubs' win over Angels

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Apr 2, 202620 min

Joel Lorenzi shares background on Jaden Ivey's turbulent exit from Bulls

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic to discuss the Bulls waiving guard Jaden Ivey after he made anti-LGBTQ comments.

Apr 2, 202612 min

Reacting to George McCaskey's latest comments on the Bears' stadium pursuit

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to Bears chairman George McCaskey's latest comments about the organization's pursuit of a new stadium.

Apr 2, 202617 min

Bears are still lobbying for their compensatory draft picks

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed how the Bears continue to lobby the NFL to award them compensatory draft picks under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure to become the Falcons' new general manager.

Apr 2, 202611 min

Cubs get right and take series from Angels

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the Cubs' 6-2 win over the Angels on Wednesday.

Apr 2, 20267 min

Full Show — April 1, 2026

Apr 1, 20261h 54m

Ben Johnson has high expectations for Caleb Williams' completion percentage (Hour 1)

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by listening and reacting to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments about quarterback Caleb Williams' completion percentage and their quest to improve it. After that, they listened to Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner's comments about what it was like to play behind right-hander Edward Cabrera in his terrific outing in his team debut Monday. Later, they listened and reacted to Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy express optimism about left-hander Shota Imanaga's form.

Apr 1, 202642 min

Mike Florio talks Bears' quests for new stadium, compensatory picks (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the Bears' quest for a new stadium and compensatory draft picks under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure to become the Atlanta Falcons' new general manager. After that, Harris and Grote reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments about quarterback Caleb Williams pursuing a trademark for his "Iceman" nickname.

Apr 1, 202640 min

5 On It & Craig Counsell talks Seiya Suzuki's rehab assignment (Hour 3)

In the final hour, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote conducted the 5 On It segment and listened to Cubs manager Craig Counsell's comments about slugger Seiya Suzuki's upcoming rehab assignment.

Apr 1, 202630 min

5 On It: What do you expect from Cubs lefty Matthew Boyd's second start?

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Apr 1, 202619 min

Mike Florio talks Bears' quests for new stadium, compensatory picks

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the Bears' quest for a new stadium and compensatory draft picks under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure to become the Atlanta Falcons' new general manager.

Apr 1, 202617 min

What does Ben Johnson think of Caleb Williams' 'Iceman' trademark pursuit?

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments about quarterback Caleb Williams pursuing a trademark for his "Iceman" nickname.

Apr 1, 202614 min

Nico Hoerner: Playing behind Edward Cabrera in his Cubs debut was 'electric'

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote listened to Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner's comments about what it was like to play behind right-hander Edward Cabrera in his terrific outing in his team debut Monday.

Apr 1, 202614 min

Ben Johnson has high expectations for Caleb Williams' completion percentage

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote listened and reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments about quarterback Caleb Williams' completion percentage and their quest to improve it.

Apr 1, 202617 min

Ben Johnson believes Caleb Williams can make another jump in 2026 | Take The North

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From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears head coach Ben Johnson discuss his relationship with quarterback Caleb Williams. Johnson is clearly fully invested in the young QB. 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

Apr 1, 20268 min

Full Show — March 31, 2026

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey discussed Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera’s terrific team debut in a win Monday and discussed the latest Bears storylines.

Mar 31, 20262h 45m

Edward Cabrera shines in his Cubs debut (Hour 1)

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey opened their show by breaking down right-hander Edward Cabrera’s masterful Cubs debut, as he threw six shutout innings of one-hit ball to lead Chicago to a win over the Los Angeles Angels. After that, they reacted to the Bulls waiving guard Jaden Ivey after his recent anti-LGBTQ rant on social media. Later, the guys wondered when the Bears will give their fans a resolution on the location of their next stadium.

Mar 31, 202640 min

Ian Happ discusses his hot start, Nico Hoerner's contract extension (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey discussed the Bears’ wide receiver outlook after they traded leading receiver DJ Moore to the Bills earlier this offseason. After that, Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the show to discuss his hot start to the season and second baseman Nico Hoerner landing a lucrative six-year contract extension with the organization. Later, Harris and Dorsey held the Halftime segment.

Mar 31, 202642 min

5 On It & will Munetaka Murakami hit 40 homers this season? (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they debated whether White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami will hit 40 homers this season.

Mar 31, 202642 min

Wayne Randazzo reflects on Edward Cabrera's outstanding Cubs debut (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey were joined by Angels television play-by-play announcer to discuss Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera’s masterful team debut Monday, as his six scoreless innings led Chicago to a win over Los Angeles. After that, Harris and Dorsey examined MLB’s 2026 rookie class.

Mar 31, 202640 min

Transition: Spiegel & Holmes reflect on throwing out first pitch at Wrigley Field

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Mar 31, 202610 min

Wayne Randazzo reflects on Edward Cabrera's outstanding Cubs debut

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey were joined by Angels television play-by-play announcer to discuss Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera’s masterful team debut Monday, as his six scoreless innings led Chicago to a win over Los Angeles.

Mar 31, 202616 min

Meet the directors of 'Meal Ticket,' McDonald's All-American Game documentary

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey were joined by the directors of "Meal Ticket," a new documentary on the McDonald's All-American Game.

Mar 31, 202611 min

Will White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami hit 40 home runs this season?

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey debated whether White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami will hit 40 homers this season.

Mar 31, 202612 min

5 On It: How confident are you in what Edward Cabrera can bring to the Cubs?

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Mar 31, 202618 min

Examining the Bears’ receiver void

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey discussed the Bears’ wide receiver outlook after they traded leading receiver DJ Moore to the Bills earlier this offseason.

Mar 31, 202618 min

Edward Cabrera shines in his Cubs debut

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey broke down right-hander Edward Cabrera’s masterful Cubs debut, as he threw six shutout innings of one-hit ball to lead Chicago to a win over the Los Angeles Angels.

Mar 31, 202615 min

Ian Happ discusses his hot start, Nico Hoerner's contract extension

Marshall Harris and Russ Dorsey were joined by Cubs left fielder Ian Happ to discuss his hot start to the season and second baseman Nico Hoerner landing a lucrative six-year contract extension with the organization.

Mar 31, 202615 min

Best of March Madness: Illinois advances to first Final Four in 21 years

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In the Best of March Madness, Illinois coach Brad Underwood joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his Illini's run to the Final Four and to reflect on his coaching journey; Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss how Underwood has turned around the Illinois program; and Mike Mulligan and David Haugh looked ahead to the Final Four, where Illinois will meet UConn and Michigan will face Arizona.

Mar 31, 202636 min

Full Show — March 30, 2026

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to the Cubs dropping their opening series against the Nationals and celebrating Illinois advancing to the Final Four.

Mar 30, 20262h 47m

Are the Cubs going to have a Shota Imanaga problem again? (Hour 1)

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by breaking down the Cubs’ 6-3 loss to the Nationals on Sunday. After that, they discussed second baseman Nico Hoerner signing a six-year contract extension with the Cubs that includes a no-trade clause. Later, they discussed Illinois’ 71-59 win against Iowa on Saturday in the South Regional final, which sent the Illini to their first Final Four in 21 years.

Mar 30, 202643 min