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Anthony Herron opened his show by breaking down the Cubs' 5-4 loss to the Reds on Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field, a setback that included a bad decision by third-base coach Willie Harris to send a runner home in a key moment in the ninth inning. The Cubs have now lost 13 of their past 17 games and dropped to 28-30. Later, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic joined the show to discuss the Cubs' many issues lately.

In the final hour, Anthony Herron was joined by former NFL tight end Jake Butt to discuss why he's a big believer in Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and the team's future. After that, Herron discussed the NBA and how a beloved former theme song may be reunited with a certain network in a new media rights deal. Later, Herron shared what he's cooking this Memorial Day weekend.

In the second hour, Anthony Herron was joined by Brett Taylor of Bleacher Nation to discuss the Cubs going 2-5 on their just-completed homestand, during which their bats were ice cold. After that, Herron further discussed the Cubs' woes and heard manager Craig Counsell's comments on their struggles. Later, Herron listened and reacted to Bears coach Matt Eberflus explain the ways that he has seen rookie quarterback Caleb Williams make progress during OTAs.

Anthony Herron opened his show by breaking down the Cubs' 3-0 loss to the Braves on Thursday afternoon and by discussing how Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams was challenged in practice at OTAs. Later, Carmen Vitali of Fox Sports joined the show to discuss how the Bears stack up in a strong NFC North in 2024.

Mark Grote opened his show by explaining why Cubs fans shouldn't worry yet despite the team's recent struggles. Later, PFF analyst Sam Monson joined the show to discuss the Bears' additions this offseason and how they stack up now against the rest of the NFL.

In the second hour, Mark Grote replayed his recent interview on the Daily Score podcast with Audacy Sports NFL insider Brian Baldinger, who discussed the Bears' outlook as the 2024 season looms. Later, Herb Howard of The Bigs joined the show to discuss the Bears' schedule and the latest storylines surrounding the team.

In the final hour, Mark Grote reacted to the Cubs' latest roster moves. After that, Tony Andracki of the Marquee Sports Network joined the show to discuss if the Cubs are starting to move in the right direction.

In the final hour, Mark Grote and Anthony Herron reacted to world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler getting arrested by Louisville police Friday morning after trying to get through a traffic blockade to enter Valhalla Golf Club for the PGA Championship. After that, the crew listened to Score teammate Alyssa Bergamini's interview with NBA legend Kevin Garnett. Later, Grote and Herron wished Bears coach Matt Eberflus a happy birthday.

In the second hour, Mark Grote and Anthony Herron discussed whether the Bears have an issue with their center position. Later, Marquee Sports Network reporter Andy Martinez joined the show to discuss the Cubs' recent struggles, which included a 9-3 loss to the Pirates on Friday afternoon. They also discussed a mistake that Cubs rookie outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong made.

Mark Grote and Anthony Herron opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 9-3 loss to the Pirates on Friday afternoon, when Chicago veteran right-hander Kyle Hendricks was lit up again and Pittsburgh rookie right-hander Paul Skenes dominated. After that, former Titans receiver Derrick Mason joined the show to react to Chicago and Tennessee being set to play in Week 1 of the NFL Season. He also discussed the Bears' revamped receiving corps. Later, the guys listened to an odd moment from the Cubs' television broadcaster earlier in the day.

Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer opened their show by welcoming on Bears left guard Teven Jenkins to discuss how he has connected with his new teammates and what lies ahead in his future with the organization. Later, Grote and Wiederer reacted to Charles Davis of NFL on CBS share his belief that new Bears edge rusher Austin Booker could've been a second-round pick if he stayed in college or another year. The Bears selected him in the fifth round in the recent NFL Draft.

In the second hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer turned their attention to the Bears' schedule, which will be released next Wednesday. Before that, Wiederer conducted a fun exercise in which he shared his schedule wish list that would be most advantageous for the Bears. Later, NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the show to discuss the excitement surrounding the Bears and rookie quarterback Caleb Williams' demeanor.

In the final hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer took Bears calls from Score listeners. Later, Kaitlin Sharkey of WGN-TV joined the show to discuss the Bears' five-player draft class and expectations for the team.

Mark Grote opened his show by breaking down the Cubs' 3-0 loss to the Padres on Wednesday afternoon, a day after first baseman Michael Busch hit an epic walk-off homer to earn Chicago a win. Later, Grote pondered which player(s) the Cubs could trade away if they swing a deal to help improve the club.

In the second hour, Mark Grote shared his power rankings of the top five general managers in Chicago and his reasons for why. Later, Charles Davis of NFL on CBS joined the show to break down the Bears' five-player draft class.

In the final hour, Mark Grote was joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the Cubs' streaky play recently, which included a 3-0 loss to the Padres on Wednesday afternoon at Wrigley Field. After that, Matt Verderame of Sports Illustrated joined the show to discuss the latest Bears storylines and to provide a preview of the NFC North. Later, Grote ranked the best head coaches/managers in Chicago.

In the first hour of the show, Mark Grote is joined by longtime sports personality Trey Wingo, who discussed the Bears draft and the situation that #1 pick Caleb WIlliams is walking into.