On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the Bears heart breaking loss to the Green Bay Packers. We get into how although the loss may be devastating, this team has shown they are not the same as Chicago Bears teams of the past. We then get into how the Bears next match-up against the Cleveland browns is a must win, Notre Dame not making the College Football Playoffs and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the Bears 24-15 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday. Totaling 281 yards rushing the Bears seemingly dominated the line of scrimmage, something Bears fans aren't used to. With the Bears 9-3 we ask ourselves: Regardless of expectation going into the season, are the current Chicago Bears just a playoff football team? We then look ahead to the upcoming rivalry game with the Packers next on the schedule and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 31-28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. We get into how Bears toughest part of the season is yet to come, but to how we have to enjoy the ride of winning 8 of last 9 games. We later are joined by Mike Katie and Ohio's Tate to talk some College Football rivalry week, and get a temperature check on Tate his nemesis Michigan coming up. Lat we get into the Blackhawks and some MLB off season.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 19-17 win over the Minnesota Vikings, and get into how the Bears have taken the lead in the NFC North. With the Bears recording being 7-3 we begin to look at the path the Bears would need to take to make the playoffs, and even being 7-3 that path is not an easy one. Later we get into how the college football playoff is shaping up. We then get into the beginning of the season for the Chicago Blackhawks, and Bulls; and WSD give's his very personal game balls and sprints.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's interview episode of The Stretch we are joined by NHL broadcaster and Barstool personality Paul Bissonnette. We get into how Biz's criticisms of Connor Bedard may have potentially lead to his dramatic improvement. We then get into his overall view of the 25-26 Blackhawks and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 24-20 win over the New York Giants bringing them to a record of 6-3, which is the gateway prophecy Big Cat had pitched week 3 before the Bears faed the Cowboys. We then look at the rest of the Bears schedule and determine what the Bears need to do if they are going to make the playoffs. We also get into some of Chicago's off season moves in the MLB, the Blackhawks new and improved culture and the College Football Playoffs.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's interview episode we are joined by former Chicago Bulls Center and current Bulls radio host Bill Wennington. We get into how the Bulls have gotten off to a hot start in the 2025 season and ca they keep it up. We also get into some of his best memories of Michael Jordan, playing for the Bulls in the 90's and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 47-42 wild victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. We get into how Ben Johnson has clearly changed the culture of the Chicago Bears. and with the NFC being a gauntlet this team will still likely not make the playoffs. However the most important piece for the Bears success will be Ben Johnson getting control of the roster. We later get into some bulls talk with Mikey Bets, some Blackhawks talk and recap the World Series.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 30-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. We also have a conversation about how we are not going to panic about Caleb Williams until head coach Ben Johnson does. We then get into the Blackhawks starting the season strong and improving their culture, how the Cubs may be one arm away from a title and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined on The Spirit Of Chicago by Rex Grossman, former Quarterback of the Chicago Bears and was under center during the Bears Super Bowl run in 2006. We get into his career starting with being drafted in the first round to Chicago. We then get into the highest and lowest moments during his time in Chicago, being coached by Lovie Smith and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the Bears 4th win in a row over the New Orleans Saints. We then get into Big Cat's gateway game prophecy and how it is playing out in real time. We then preview the Bears upcoming game vs the Baltimore Ravens, the MLB Playoffs, College Football and more. SUPPORT THE SHOW Miller Lite - Miller Lite. The Official Beer Partner of Our Chicago Bears. Go to https://MillerLite.com/STRETCH to find delivery options near you. DraftKings - GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in NH/OR/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new DraftKings customer. Must register new DraftKings account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to get 1 promo code to redeem complimentary 3-month NBA League Pass subscription, and max. $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Bonus Bet expires in 7 days (168 hours) and stake removed from payout. Token expires 11/23/25. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. NBA League Pass: Subscription auto-renews monthly at then-current price (currently $16.99/mo); cancel anytime. Terms, restrictions, and eligibility requirements apply. Redeem League Pass by 12/19/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Addt’l terms: https://support.watch.nba.com/hc/en-u.... Offer ends 11/16/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch, we give our immediate reactions to the Bears 25-24 win over the Washington Commanders. We get into how the culture has changed, the blocking improving, how to the Bears can build on this win and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Today on the Stretch, we we kick things off by previewing tonight's Bears game against the Commanders (1:27). Big Cat joins us to talk about the trip to Milwaukee, where the Cubs lost game 5 of the NLDS, and we discuss what moves the Cubs need to make in the off season (21:45). Then we breakdown the Blackhawks start to the season where they are not looking as bad as usual (55:40) and Big Cat shares his feelings going into tonight's Bears game (57:32).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by Bears Safety Kevin Byard. We get into his 2 interception game in Las Vegas, how Ben Johnson has changed the culture starting with training camp and how the team and Tyrique Stevenson are preparing for Monday Night Football in Washington.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we get into recapping game 1 of Cubs vs Brewers NLDS series and how Cubs fans like Steven Cheah are tormenting White Sox Dave. We later preview the Bears upcoming game vs the Commanders and debate erupts over the "must win" status of the game. We later get into some College Football, Big Cat enforces that WSD goes to all 5 Derrick Rose night games and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by Silva from ESPN's Waddle & Silvy to preview the upcoming playoff series vs Milwaukee. We also get into Big Cat finally winning the 50/50 raffle, we also get into the remainder of the Bears season and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On Today’s episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears messy win over the Las Vegas Raiders. First, we get into Eddies rundown of his time in Vegas (1:30) and we recap the Bears 25-24 win (7:10). Then Danny joins us to place his Jackie Parlay for week 5 (21:38), we continue our game recap (24:33), and WSD gives out his game balls and sprints (29:49). Then we talk Cubs, starting with Big Cat’s first foul ball catch at Wrigley (34:34) and what to expect for the playoffs (37:50). To wrap things up, Eddie details his DJ set in Vegas (43:20) and we talk Notre Dame and the weekend of College Football (47:01).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Today on The Stretch, we are joined by Mike Katic and T-Bob Hebert to talk about the big weekend of college football we have coming up. We talk about building Barstool’s O-line (1:36) and the Bears new Stadium plans (9:48). Katic tells us about going back to watch IU as a fan (11:30) and Katic and T-Bob share their most hated teams and the best atmospheres to play in (12:56). Then we get into the games for the weekend starting with Indiana vs. Iowa (15:18), then Illinois vs. USC (23:28). Next we talk about LSU vs. Ole Miss, also known as The Mintzy Bowl (28:07). We get into Washington vs. OSU (31:48) and Oregon vs. Penn State (35:26). Next, we shout out some of the underrated games to keep an eye on (37:37) and the best QBs so far (40:45). We close things out by talking about NIL (43:08) and picking Eddie's walkout song in Vegas (47:05).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode we recap the Bears 31-14 win over the Dallas Cowboys. We are also joined by Pat Bev for his thoughts on Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bulls and his beef with Trae Young. We also preview the upcoming Bears vs Raiders game in Las Vegas and declare the game a "must win". We then get into the Cubs playoff picture and more thoughts from Pat Bev.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode we are joined by special guest Shawne Merriman. We start by getting into his new fighting league Lights Out Xtreme Fighting. We then get into his time at with the San Diego Chargers and playing College Football at Maryland. We also talk about his thoughts on the Chicago Bears defense, and he later tells us how we wanted to dodge going to the Detroit Lions in the 2005 NFL draft.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears horrendous 52-21 loss to the Detroit Lions. We get into who is most to blame for a loss like that and where we do we go from here? We then get into Anthony Rizzo's return to Wrigley Field, and the Cubs are at a standstill until the playoffs. We later get into Eddie's time in Vegas for Canela vs Crawford.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's show we are joined by former Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's recap show get into the Bears 27-24 loss to the Vikings at home on Monday Night Football. With a gut wrenching loss how can Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams pick up the pieces from here?You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today's episode of The Stretch we start by addressing an article that took Bears fans by storm online due its negative comments about Caleb Williams from former coaches. We then preview the Bears week 1 match up on Monday Night Football vs J.J McCarthy and the Vikings and give our gut feelings. Later, Big Cat gives us his official week by week breakdown of the Bears schedule and final prediction for the Bears 2025 record. We end with some talk of the Chicago Cubs, White Sox, and College Football. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:27 - Caleb Williams’ Article 8:54 - Jets vs Steelers 10:05 - Game Day Feelings 18:00 - Packers Look Great 21:18 - Official Schedule Breakdown 31:00 - Bills vs Ravens SNF 36:02 - Cubs 38:34 - White Sox 39:35 - Big Noon Kickoff at Northwestern 44:05 - Wisconsin Football 47:36 - Eddie’s DJ Set In Vegas 49:27 - Official Week 1 PredictionsYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On Today’s episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Chicago Bear and ESPN 1000 host, Tom Waddle. We get right into our emotional state going into the season (1:58) and break down some of Caleb’s biggest areas of concern (7:07). Next we get into the importance of building trust between the quarterback and wide receivers (15:02) and which personnel package we think works best for the Bears (18:52). Then we get into our expectations for this season (25:09) and predict the Bear’s record for weeks 1 - 4 (37:35). Next, we talk about some of the challenges the Bears will face when taking on the Vikings on Monday (41:04). We also get a preview of the upcoming Jesse Rogers vs. Tom Waddle family pickleball match (46:54). Waddle talks about Jim Harbaugh (48:11) and we ask him how he feels that Luther Burden changed his number from 87 (50:18). To wrap things up, we ask about the craziest ESPN 1000 host (54:36)You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Today on The Stretch, we are joined in studio by Chicago legend Tommy Zbikowski. We get into what it’s like coaching St. Pats (3:57) and his involvement in football, boxing, and wrestling growing up. (7:10) Then we get into his time at Notre Dame (10:38) and recount some iconic games like ND vs. USC (17:14). Then we talk about his choice to coach St. Pats (30:03). Next he tells us about his passion for fighting and gives us his takes on MMA (35:49). To wrap up the show, Tom calls out Jake and the whole Paul family (59:37).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On today’s episode of The Stretch, we get into the recent Cubs run… can we say we are officially back? Big Cat recaps his weekend in Saratoga and we talk about Colson Montgomery and what the rest of the season looks like for the White Sox. Next talk Bears and Bagent’s extension and impressive preseason performance. Then we get into some college football talk and discuss Frank Nazar’s huge contract with the Blackhawks. Lastly we recap our athletic showings at Camp Barstool and preview Eddie’s trip to Ireland. SUPPORT THE SHOW Miller Lite - Go to https://MillerLite.com/STRETCH to find delivery options near you Mountain Dew - THE MOUNTAIN IS CALLING, EXPERIENCE THE REFRESHING CITRUS KICK OF MOUNTAIN DEW. GRAB ONE TODAY! DraftKings - GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $300 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 9/7/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Pardon My Cheesesteak - Go to pardonmycheesesteak.com to order with code PMC20 for 20% off.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Today on The Stretch we are joined by former Chicago Bull, Chris Duhon. We talk about his time at Duke (1:23) and playing for the Bulls (4:43). He tells us his war stories from playing for Skiles and Coach K (9:41). We get his take on NIL (15:52) as well as his stories from playing on the Bulls with Ben Gordon and Andres Nocioni (19:35) to being on the Magic during the Dwight Howard and Stan Van Gundy drama (25:28). We talk about his time with the Knicks (29:37) and playing with Kobe in LA (30:48). We close things out by discussing his coaching career (37:39), missing Chicago (42:15) and the reality show of playing in LA (44:24).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
On Today’s episode of The Stretch we discuss our feelings on the Bears after their preseason game against the Bills (1:34) and we recap our experience watching the UFC fights in Chicago (17:19). We get into what to expect for the Cubs Brewers series (29:34) and Big Cat tells us about his experience at the Savannah Bananas game (38:19). Dave gives a heartfelt thank you to the White Sox (43:04). Lastly we discuss the Air and Water Show practice we saw from the Cubs game o Friday (44:37) and Dave tells us about the time he OD’d on coffee (47:17).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Today on The Stretch, we are joined by UFC fighter Chase Hooper. We start off by talking about this weekend’s UFC event in Chicago (2:40) and discuss the process of weight cutting (3:52). Chase tells us about being young in the league (6:00) and preparing for his fight against Alex Hernandez (12:33). We discuss our favorite fighters to watch (14:02) and how to build a brand as a young fighter (17:30). Next we talk about our dream fights and the contender series (20:34). Then we discuss the White House Card (24:50) and this weekend’s main event (27:50). We close things out by talking about Chase’s path to fighting (29:06).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
