Bear Bets: A FOX Sports Gambling Show

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Oct 10, 2025 • 30min

Betting on #1 Ohio State at #17 Illinois, #7 Indiana at #3 Oregon + How Long Will Belichick Last At UNC & More!

Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear, presented by DraftKings Sportsbook — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off with the BNK Game of the Week as #1 Ohio State plays at #17 Illinois in a crucial Big Ten matchup. From there, they preview a stacked Week 7 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #7 Indiana vs. #3 Oregon, and #8 Alabama at #14 Missouri and how you should bet on both. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and the guys break down how Oklahoma QB John Mateer dealing with an injury could impact the Red River Rivalry. Sammy P touches on why he likes Old Dominion to keep covering this weekend at Marshall. The trio also talk about how North Carolina and Bill Belichick issued statements as the team is struggling this season and predict how long he'll last in Chapel Hill. The show wraps up with the “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:28 #1 OHIO STATE AT #17 ILLINOIS04:52 #7 INDIANA AT #3 OREGON08:40 #8 ALABAMA AT #14 MISSOURI12:45 #6 OKLAHOMA AT TEXAS16:18 OLD DOMINION AT MARSHALL17:26 UNC & HC BILL BELICHICK ISSUE STATEMENTS22:40 2 MIN DRILL28:01 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 10, 2025 • 20min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 6

NFL Week 6 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now.Will the Las Vegas Raiders cover against the Tennessee Titans at home?If you’re looking for NFL Week 6 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:20 SUPER BOWL CHAMP BET05:00 TITANS VS RAIDERS06:30 SEAHAWKS VS JAGUARS08:00 BILLS VS FALCONS09:30 RAMS VS RAVENS11:15 BRONCOS VS JETS12:55 CARDINALS VS COLTS14:50 LIONS VS CHIEFS16:00 NFL PROP BETS17:45 SURVIVOR PICK OF THE WEEK18:15 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 9, 2025 • 55min

Ohio State's Ryan Day Interview + #7 Indiana vs #3 Oregon | College Football Week 7 Gambling Guide

Week 7 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome University of Ohio State's head coach Ryan Day to the show ahead of his game against the #17 Illinois Fighting Illini. Top Week 7 Games:Will #3 Oregon handle business against #7 Indiana Hoosiers?Can #1 Ohio State handle #17 Illinois on the road?Will QB John Mateer suit up for #6 Oklahoma on the road vs Auburn?That and so much more on this Week 7 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO04:30 HEISMAN CONVERSATION06:30 RYAN DAY INTERVIEW15:00 #7 INDIANA VS #3 OREGON18:45 #1 OHIO STATE VS #17 ILLINOIS23:20 #15 MICHIGAN VS USC28:30 #8 ALABAMA VS #14 MISSOURI30:37 #6 OKLAHOMA VS TEXAS37:17 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES44:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER45:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT47:00 BEST BETS52:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 6, 2025 • 47min

Texas & Penn State Out Of Top 25 & Epic Bad Beats | NFL & College Football Recap

Week 6 of the 2025 College Football season & Week 5 of NFL was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, bad beats & more.Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets including that huge win by the Florida Gators over the then #9 Texas Longhorns.The guys also breakdown the meltdown by the then #7 Penn State Nittany Lions against the UCLA Bruins. They discuss the nightmare situation unfolding for Bill Belichick and the North Carolina Tar Heels. They also dive into a terrible week of Bad Bets for themselves and finally look ahead to some early lines they are eyeing. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:30 UCLA BEATING PENN ST11:00 FLORIDA TAKING DOWN TEXAS14:00 HOW MANY TEAMS ARE PLAYOFF LOCKS?18:00 NIGHTMARE AT UNC23:30 BAD BEATS OF THE WEEK37:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING43:30 OUTRO 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 physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos. Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 3, 2025 • 23min

Bruce & The Bear: #3 Miami at #18 Florida State, One Last Spin on Florida, & Bobby Petrino’s Impact On Arkansas

Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear, presented by DraftKings Sportsbook — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich as they deliver sharp predictions, insider stories, and the betting angles you need before Saturday’s kickoff. In this week’s episode, the crew kicks things off with Arkansas’ new interim head coach, Bobby Petrino, and what his return means for Razorbacks football. From there, they preview a stacked Week 6 slate featuring three marquee Top 25 matchups: #3 Miami vs. #18 Florida State, #16 Vanderbilt at #10 Alabama, and Wisconsin vs. #20 Michigan in the BNK Game of the Week. Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P breaks down why sharp bettors are backing Florida and highlights a few other underdog plays worth watching. The show wraps up with Bear’s fast-paced “2 Minute Drill,” hitting the key storylines and bets you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re betting the board or just following the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear is your go-to podcast for weekly betting picks, game previews, and expert analysis. 00:00 INTRO04:15 #3 MIAMI AT #18 FLORIDA STATE08:15 #16 VANDERBILT AT #10 ALABAMA10:45 WISCONSIN AT #20 MICHIGAN12:30 ONE MORE SPIN ON FLORIDA13:50 UNDERDOGS TO BET ON14:30 SHOULD BAMA BE GIVING UP MORE POINTS?15:40 2 MIN DRILL19:55 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 3, 2025 • 22min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 5

NFL Week 5 is here and we’ve got the best NFL bets you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Which WRs will lead the week in the receiving yards and which QB will lead the week in passing yards?! If you’re looking for NFL Week 5 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:00 MVP CONVO05:30 RAVENS vs TEXANS09:23 BRONCOS vs EAGLES10:10 COMMANDERS VS CHARGERS11:10 VIKINGS VS BROWNS14:10 SUPER 616:12 COWBOYS VS JETS18:30 OUTRO 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 physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos. Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 2, 2025 • 51min

Miami QB Carson Beck Joins The Show + Week 6 College Football Gambling Guide

Week 6 of the 2025 College Football season is here, and we’ve got your ultimate betting guide, previews, and expert picks! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich welcome University of Miami's QB Carson Beck to the show ahead of his game against the #18 Florida State Seminoles. Top Week 6 Games:Will #3 Miami handle business against #18 Florida State?Can #16 Vanderbilt upset #10 Alabama again?Will Florida steal one away from #9 Texas?That and so much more on this Week 6 College Football Gambling Guide! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:10 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP06:20 CARSON BECK INTERVIEW13:15 #9 TEXAS VS FLORIDA16:00 #22 ILLINOIS VS PURDUE17:15 #3 MIAMI VS FSU22:10 #16 VANDERBILT VS #10 ALABAMA28:50 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES40:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER43:00 BEST BETS48:00 OUTRO 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 physically present where available. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Offer void in NH/OR/ONT. Void where prohibited. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Fees may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as 8 $25 Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours), are single-use and non-withdrawable. Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/promos. Offer expires 9/29/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook #dkpartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sep 29, 2025 • 46min

Oregon Upsets Penn State, Kirby Smart's Alabama Problem & Are The Chiefs Back? | NFL & College Football Recap

Week 5 of the 2025 College Football season & Week 4 of NFL was action packed with upsets, blow out wins, blocked field goals, bad beats & more! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich recap their bets including the white out game between the Oregon Ducks & Penn State Nittany Lions. The guys also breakdown the big win by the Alabama Crimson Tide over the Georgia Bulldogs & take a quick look at the Heisman odds. The trio next hits on the Kansas City Chiefs big win over the Baltimore Ravens & what's next for both teams. They finish up the show by revealing the early line you should wager on now! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO 02:07 OREGON VS PENN ST 11:55 ALABAMA VS GEORGIA 19:08 HEISMAN UPDATE 22:45 BEST FUTURE BETS FOR CHIEFS & RAVENS 29:35 BAD BEATS OF THE WEEK 36:15 EARLY LINES TO BET 44:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sep 26, 2025 • 26min

Bruce & The Bear: #6 Oregon at #3 Penn State, Why The Sharps Love Bama, Update On John Mateer's Return & More!

Welcome to Bruce and The Bear, presented by DraftKings Sportsbook — your go-to college football betting podcast each week. Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Bruce Feldman, and Sammy Panayotovich bring sharp analysis, insider insights, and expert betting angles on the biggest games of the week. In this episode, the crew dives into a massive Week 5 slate featuring three marquee Top 25 showdowns: #6 Oregon at #3 Penn State, #21 USC at #23 Illinois, and #17 Alabama at #5 Georgia. Can Alabama deliver in Athens, and why are the sharps lining up behind the Tide? The guys also take a closer look at the wide-open Heisman race and search for this year’s “Indiana." Bruce then reveals when Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer is expected to return to action, before Bear wraps up with his 2 minute drill. Whether you’re betting the board or just locked into the drama of college football Saturdays, Bruce and The Bear gives you the edge you need every week. CHAPTERS 00:00 INTRO 02:12 #6 OREGON AT #3 PENN ST 07:28 #21 USC AT #23 ILLINOIS 12:23 #17 ALABAMA AT #5 GEORGIA 16:07 SHARPS LOVE BAMA 17:38 THIS YEAR'S "INDIANA" 18:45 HEISMAN RACE 21:55 2 MIN DRILL XXXX OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sep 26, 2025 • 34min

Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 4

NFL Week 4 is here, and we’ve got the best NFL betting picks you need to know! Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich reveal their Top 5 NFL bets to place right now. Geoff shares his favorite NFL Week 4 prop bet before the gang predicts which WR will have the most receiving yards this weekend. The squad wraps up with their official Survivor pick for Week 4. If you’re looking for NFL Week 4 best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Don’t place your wagers without hearing what your favorite gambler’s favorite gamblers have to say! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO00:45 CHIEFS AT RAVENS5:25 COLTS AT RAMS7:30 PANTHERS AT PATRIOTS10:30 TITANS AT TEXANS14:00 TWO WIN TOTALS TO WAGER ON NOW18:15 WHICH WR WILL HAVE THE MOST RECEIVING YARDS?24:25 WEEK 4 SURVIVOR PICK25:40 OUTRO (edited)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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