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Olin Kreutz discusses the Bears' difficult task of replacing Drew Dalman
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score football analyst Olin Kreutz, who reacted to Bears center Drew Dalman's surprising retirement at 27 years old. Kreutz wished Dalman the best and explained how playing in the NFL takes a mental and physical toll on linemen.

Jason Benetti being hired by NBC rips open an old White Sox scab
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to NBC naming friend of the show and Tigers television broadcaster Jason Benetti its lead MLB play-by-play voice.

Marvin Freeman talks about how Fergie Jenkins inspired his career
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former MLB pitcher and Chicago native Marvin Freeman to reflect on how Cubs legend Fergie Jenkins has been an inspiration to him and to discuss a variety of other baseball storylines.

Are the Bears on the verge of trading DJ Moore?
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the latest trade speculation surrounding Bears receiver DJ Moore.

Bears should prioritize Tyler Linderbaum in free agency
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes explained why it would be great to see the Bears sign center Tyler Linderbaum in free agency.

Full Show — March 3, 2026
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the shocking news that Bears center Drew Dalman will retire from the NFL at 27 years old.

Carmen Vitali shares her reporting on what led to Drew Dalman's retirement (Hour 1)
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by welcoming on Fox Sports reporter Carmen Vitali to share her reporting on why Bears center Drew Dalman stunningly decided to retire at age 27. After that, Spiegel and Holmes shared a few options for the Bears to fill Dalman’s void at center.

Terron Armstead talks Drew Dalman's retirement, how Bears move forward (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bears move forward following the news that Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman will retire at 27 years old. Later, former NFL offensive lineman Terron Armstead joined the show to react to Dalman’s stunning retirement and to discuss how the Bears could fill his void.

Ben's Vision: Examining the Bears' options at safety (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben’s Vision segment, where they evaluated the Bears’ safety position. Will the Bears re-sign All-Pro safety Kevin Byard? Could they find a safety in the NFL Draft? Later, they listened and reacted to Cubs manager Craig Counsell express his displeasure with his club's baserunning in spring training.

Dave Wannstedt reflects on the time Ricky Williams retired early in Miami (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score football analyst Dave Wannstedt to react to the stunning news that Bears center Drew Dalman is retiring at 27 years old. Wannstedt reflected on the time that Dolphins star running back Ricky Williams retired early from the NFL. After that, Score morning show host Mike Mulligan joined the show to reflect on his recent trip to Japan.

Mike Mulligan talks Drew Dalman's retirement, his trip to Japan
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score morning show host Mike Mulligan to discuss Bears center Drew Dalman's retirement and to reflect on his recent trip to Japan.

Dave Wannstedt reflects on the time Ricky Williams retired early in Miami
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score football analyst Dave Wannstedt to react to the stunning news that Bears center Drew Dalman is retiring at 27 years old. Wannstedt reflected on the time that Dolphins star running back Ricky Williams retired early from the NFL.

Mayor Johnson isn't giving up on a Bears stadium in Chicago
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson continuing to discuss a Bears stadium on the lakefront.

Craig Counsell wasn't happy with his Cubs' baserunning
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs manager Craig Counsell express his displeasure with his club's baserunning in spring training.

Ben's Vision: Examining the Bears' options at safety
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben’s Vision segment, where they evaluated the Bears’ safety position. Will the Bears re-sign All-Pro safety Kevin Byard? Could they find a safety in the NFL Draft?

Terron Armstead: Maxx Crosby move 'has Dennis Allen written all over it'
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former NFL offensive tackle Terron Armstead, who was shocked to hear the breaking news that Bears center Drew Dalman is retiring. Armstead shared his first impression to that news before sharing what he believes the Bears should do next. He also discussed the Bears' left tackle situation and the trade speculation swirling around Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby.

How does Drew Dalman's retirement affect the Bears' offseason plans?
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bears move forward following the news that Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman will retire at 27 years old.

Bears' contingency plans following Drew Dalman's retirement begin to emerge
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared a few options for the Bears to fill their void at center after the stunning news that starting center Drew Dalman will retire at 27 years old.

Carmen Vitali shares her reporting on what led to Drew Dalman's retirement
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Fox Sports reporter Carmen Vitali to share her reporting on why Bears center Drew Dalman stunningly decided to retire at age 27.

Full Show — March 2, 2026
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Bulls snapping their 11-game losing streak and discussed the latest Cubs storylines coming out of spring training.

Bulls snap an 11-game losing streak (Hour 1)
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to the Bulls snapping their 11-game losing streak with a 120-97 win against the Bucks on Sunday. After that, they discussed the compelling storylines in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

Brian Baldinger talks potential Bears draft prospects (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' question mark at left tackle and how they can address it. After that, Audacy NFL insider Brian Baldinger joined the show to discuss how the Bears can find a solution to their left tackle dilemma and to share scouting reports on a couple prospects who could be available for Chicago at No. 25 overall in the NFL Draft.

Kevin Fishbain shares what he found out at the NFL Combine last week (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to share what he learned about the Bears at the NFL Combine last week. After that, Spiegel and Holmes took a look at the NFC North outlook as free agency looms. Later, they discussed Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga's rough outing Sunday in Cactus League action.

Elise Menaker shares insight on her talks with Alex Bregman about hitting (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Elise Menaker of the Marquee Sports Network to discuss the latest Cubs storylines in spring training. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how DePaul men’s basketball is faring lately as March is upon us.

Laurence is enjoying DePaul basketball's relative success this season
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how DePaul men's basketball has fared as it sits at 16-13 with March upon us.

Elise Menaker shares insight on her talks with Alex Bregman about hitting
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Elise Menaker of the Marquee Sports Network to discuss the latest Cubs storylines in spring training.

A trip around the NFC North post-NFL Combine
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes took a look at the NFC North outlook as free agency looms.

Kevin Fishbain shares what he found out at the NFL Combine last week
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to share what he learned about the Bears at the NFL Combine last week.

Brian Baldinger talks potential Bears draft prospects
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Audacy NFL insider Brian Baldinger to discuss how the Bears can find a solution to their left tackle dilemma and to share scouting reports on a couple prospects who could be available for Chicago at No. 25 overall in the NFL Draft.

Could the Bears find a starting left tackle in the NFL Draft?
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' question mark at left tackle and how they can address it.

Storylines heading into the World Baseball Classic are highly compelling
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the compelling storylines in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

Bulls snap an 11-game losing streak
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Bulls snapping their 11-game losing streak with a 120-97 win against the Bucks on Sunday.

Best of the Bears: Illinois, Indiana both make progress on stadium legislation
bonusIn the Best of the Bears on 104.3 The Score, WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share insight on Illinois and Indiana both advancing stadium legislation Thursday; David Haugh and Zach Zaidman shared their reactions to the latest developments in the Bears' stadium saga; and the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show opened up the phone lines for Score listeners to sound off on where the Bears should build a new stadium.

Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score: Feb. 23-27
bonusIn Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, Blackhawks legend Jeremy Roenick joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to celebrate Team USA men's hockey beating rival Canada to win the gold medal at the Winter Olympics; author Wayne Drehs joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share insight on his feature story for Chicago Magazine on Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong; and former Bears running back Raymont Harris joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to reflect on life after football and how he has found balance with his mental health.

Best of the Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong needs to make a few adjustments
bonusIn the Best of the Cubs this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong needs to make a few key adjustments in his approach at the plate; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the Cubs will use utilityman Matt Shaw; and writer Wayne Drehs joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share insight on his feature story for Chicago Magazine on Crow-Armstrong.

Best of the Bears: Who will get traded this offseason?
bonusIn the Best of the Bears this week, Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron pondered if the Bears will find trade partners for the likes of receiver DJ Moore, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds and defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr.; Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss Moore’s trade market and to share what he has learned about the Bears at the NFL Combine; and Matt Spiegel and Holmes explained how quarterback Caleb Williams’ second contract is already on the mind of general manager Ryan Poles.

Full Show — February 27, 2026
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron welcomed on ESPN writer Kalyn Kahler to share insight into the NFL Players Association team report cards. The guys also discussed the lack of buzz around MLB spring training.

Dan Roushar was brutally honest about state of Bears' left tackle position (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron opened their show by listening and reacting to Bears offensive line coach Dan Roushar’s comments about the state of the team’s left tackle position.

Kenny Albert describes the grind he endured calling hockey at the Olympics (Hour 2)
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by NBC Sports play-by-play announcer Kenny Albert to reflect on his experience of calling hockey at the Winter Olympics. After that, Holmes and Herron discussed the crazy numbers being recorded at the NFL Combine.

Kalyn Kahler got her hands on the NFLPA team report cards (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by ESPN writer Kalyn Kahler to share insight on the NFL Players Association team report cards getting leaked against owners' wishes. After that, Holmes and Herron discussed how there seems to be a lack of buzz around spring training.

A White Sox anniversary set social media ablaze (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner to preview the Illinois-Michigan showdown Friday evening. After that, Holmes and Herron reflected on a White Sox anniversary that set social media ablaze.

A White Sox anniversary set social media ablaze
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron relived an infamous White Sox moment.

Jeremy Werner previews the Illinois-Michigan showdown
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner to preview the Illinois-Michigan showdown Friday evening.

Is there a lack of buzz surrounding spring training?
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron discussed how there seems to be a lack of buzz around spring training. Holmes explained that he feels disconnected from both Cubs and White Sox camp.

Kalyn Kahler got her hands on the NFLPA team report cards
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by ESPN writer Kalyn Kahler to share insight on the NFL Players Association team report cards getting leaked against owners' wishes.

Athleticism on display at this NFL Combine is ridiculous
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron discussed the crazy numbers being recorded at the NFL Combine.

Kenny Albert describes the grind he endured calling hockey at the Olympics
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by NBC Sports play-by-play announcer Kenny Albert to reflect on his experience of calling hockey at the Winter Olympics.

Dan Roushar opens up about Dennis Allen letting him go in New Orleans
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron listened and reacted to Bears offensive line coach Dan Roushar reflect on his exit from New Orleans earlier in his coaching career.

Dan Roushar was brutally honest about state of Bears' left tackle position
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron listened and reacted to Bears offensive line coach Dan Roushar’s comments about the state of the team’s left tackle position.

Full Show — February 26, 2026
Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron reacted to the latest developments in the Bears' stadium saga and pondered which players on the team's roster could be traded in the coming weeks.