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The Cubs’ season is over, and it ended in brutal fashion. This week, we break down the collapse of the 2026 Chicago Cubs, the embarrassing Wild Card Series showing, and what went wrong for a team that looked capable of making a real postseason run. Then we shift gears to the Bears, where Ben Johnson has Chicago moving in the right direction despite the uncertainty at quarterback. With Caleb Williams still rehabbing, we ask a simple question: does it really matter who starts at QB right now? Plus, as always, we crack open a couple beers and try to recover from another painful Cubs ending.

It’s our annual fantasy football episode before the season kicks off. We break down the players we think are ready to boom, the names we’re worried could bust, and the risky picks that could go either way. Then we put Evan’s freshly drafted fantasy team under the microscope. Did he build a contender or are the regrets already starting before Week 1? Plus, the usual Domestic Draft debates, overreactions, and questionable confidence as we get ready for another fantasy football season!

This week, we talk Cubs at the break, PCA’s MVP-level season, the Cubs’ deadline additions, and what the playoff rotation and bullpen could look like in October. Then shift to Bears training camp, highlighting early standouts, injury concerns, and whether Caleb Williams is ready to take the next step!

This week, we check in on the Cubs as they head toward the All-Star break with real momentum and real questions. The Cubs are winning, PCA is on an absolute tear, and Dansby Swanson is starting to show signs of life, but is this team actually built to survive October without adding pitching? The guys break down the Cubs’ recent run, the NL Central and Wild Card picture, PCA’s star turn, and which starting pitchers could be available before the trade deadline. Then they shift to the Bulls and react to a busy offseason: drafting Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain, adding Norman Powell, and trading for Nic Claxton. Is there finally a real plan in Chicago and what should be expected of this team in 2026?

This week, we react to the hiring of Tiago Splitter as the new head coach, walk through his quick coaching rise, and ask the big question: is this a real development-focused move, or just another confusing Bulls decision? From there, we look ahead to the NBA Draft and break down what the Bulls should do with the #4 pick,  best player available, biggest upside swing, safest option, and the pick that would feel the most painfully Bulls.

This week on the Domestic Draft Podcast, Evan and Dan crack open a couple of pilsners and try to make sense of a brutal Cubs slide that has quickly turned optimism into full-on fan anxiety. After a season that already featured a 10-game winning streak, the Cubs have now answered with a 10-game losing streak, silent bats, ugly losses, and the kind of baseball that makes you question why you signed up for this in the first place. Is it time to panic? The guys also check in on the latest Bears stadium drama, with Arlington Heights still hanging around while Hammond, Indiana enters the picture, plus early OTA storylines around Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson. Then they wrap with a Bulls refresh, including the end of AKME, the new front office hires, and the coaching names starting to surface as Chicago finally tries to build something different.

IT'S DRAFT DAY! Today, we dive into a full Bears draft preview and break down the top names being linked to Chicago at pick 25. We also check in on the Cubs as they stay hot early in the season and react to the Bulls moving on from Billy Donovan.

On today’s episode, we dive into a major shakeup in Chicago as the Chicago Bulls move on from front office leaders Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley. We break down what led to the decision, what it means for the future of the franchise, and where the team goes from here. We also check in on the Chicago Cubs and their slow start to the 2026 season, discussing early concerns, potential overreactions, and whether there’s still reason for optimism at Wrigley. Grab a drink and tune in for all things Chicago sports

On this week's episode, we’re joined once again by Big Dave from CHGO Bulls to break down a busy trade deadline week in Chicago. We dig into the Bulls’ recent moves, including who they moved on from, what they got back, and what these trades tell us about the front office’s direction. Is this the start of a real rebuild, another retool, or just more Bulls limbo? We talk roster construction, future flexibility, fan expectations, and what Chicago should realistically be hoping for over the next couple of seasons. If you’re a Bulls fan trying to make sense of this week, this one’s for you.

This week we recap the historic comeback Wild Card victory over the hated Packers—what sparked the turnaround, the biggest moments, and why this win belongs in Bears playoff lore. Then it’s on to the Divisional Round. We turn the page and preview the Bears’ matchup against the Rams this Sunday, breaking down the keys to the game, potential adjustments, and what it’ll take to keep this playoff run alive. Celebrate the win. Lock in for the next one. Bear Down. 🐻⬇️

This week on The Domestic Draft Podcast, we welcome Steve Fincutter, a Wisconsin dairy farmer and lifelong Packers fan. We start by talking about life on a dairy farm in Wisconsin — the routines, the grind, and what it takes to make it work day in and day out. Then we pivot to a Bears vs. Packers playoff matchup that carries real weight. This isn’t just another chapter in the rivalry — it’s a rare, high-stakes meeting between two franchises whose history is built on moments like this. With playoff implications, pride, and a lot on the line, we break down what this game means for both teams, the players involved, and the fans who live and breathe this rivalry every year.

This week on The Domestic Draft Podcast, the guys break down the state of the 9–3, first-place Chicago Bears as they head into a massive Week 14 showdown with the Green Bay Packers. Are the Bears legitimate NFC contenders or benefiting from a little early-season luck? Dan and Evan dive into the numbers, the narratives, and the growing confidence around Halas Hall.

On this week’s episode, we’re talking all things Bulls basketball with special guest Big Dave (@BAWLSPORTS) from the CHGO Bulls Podcast. The Bulls are off to a 6–1 start and sitting atop the Eastern Conference, but is this hot streak for real or just a mirage? We break down what’s clicking early, from Josh Giddey’s All-Star-level play and Matas Buzelis’ sophomore leap to Vooch’s veteran leadership and much more. We also look ahead to Coby White’s return, debate Patrick Williams’ role, and ask the big question. Can this group sustain their chemistry and keep the good vibes rolling in Chicago? As always, we close things out with our Domestic Draft Cheers & Flat Beer Awards, toasting who’s earning a cold one and who’s getting a flat pour after another wild week in Chicago sports.

On this week’s episode, we dive into all things Chicago sports. We break down the Bears’ tough loss to the Ravens, Caleb’s growing pains, and how injuries and a silent pass rush could shape the rest of the season. We also turn to the hardwood to talk through the Bulls’ surprising 3–0 start, Tre Jones’ impact, Matas Buzelis’ early flashes, and whether this team’s balanced attack is for real. We wrap up with our Domestic Draft Cheers & Flat Beer Awards, debating who earned a cold one and who deserves a flat pour after another wild week in Chicago sports.

Today, we recap the Cubs’ solid postseason run that ended in the NLDS, breaking down Pete Crow Armstrong’s breakout year, offseason questions around Kyle Tucker and Cade Horton and what’s next for Counsell’s squad. Then it’s onto the Bears’ wild walk-off win in Washington, their third straight, as Swift shines, Moody redeems himself, and the team suddenly looks dangerous! Grab a cold one and join us for a Chicago doubleheader of grit, growth, and just the right amount of fan therapy.