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Bruce & The Bear: #9 Oregon at #20 Iowa, #3 Texas A&M at #22 Missouri + Who Will Be LSU's Next Coach? Nov 07, 2025

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Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — 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 as #9 Oregon plays at #20 Iowa in the BNK Game of the Week. From there, they preview a stacked Week 11 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #3 Texas A&M at #22 Missouri, and LSU at #4 Alabama. The guys also hit on the matchup of #7 BYU playing at #8 Texas Tech. Plus, the trio discuss if #13 Utah can get into the College Football Playoff.

Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and the guys break down bets coming in on Wake Forest against #14 Virginia. The trio also touch on ACC teams that can get into the College Football Playoff. The guys talk about #2 Indiana at Penn State as well. 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 INTRO

00:52 #9 OREGON AT #20 IOWA

05:11 BIG TEN TEAMS IN THE CFP?

08:30 #3 TEXAS A&M AT #22 MISSOURI

11:18 LSU AT #4 ALABAMA

14:06 #7 BYU AT #8 TEXAS TECH

21:22 LSU’S NEXT HEAD COACH?

24:13 SHARPS TAKING WAKE FOREST +7

25:43 ACC TEAMS IN THE CFP?

28:39 #2 INDIANA AT PENN STATE

31:20 #5 GEORGIA AT MISSISSIPPI STATE

33:30 AUBURN AT #16 VANDERBILT

36:12 OUTRO

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Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 10 Nov 07, 2025

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NFL Week 10 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. Can the New England Patriots take down the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road?

If you’re looking for NFL Week 10 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 INTRO
01:00 WHO IS THE BEST IN THE NFC?
06:40 FALCONS @ COLTS
08:30 RAVENS @ VIKINGS
09:30 PATRIOTS @ BUCCANEERS
11:00 CARDINALS @ SEAHAWKS
13:20 GIANTS @ BEARS
14:20 EAGLES @ PACKERS
15:00 PROP OF THE WEEK
15:30 RAMS @ NINERS
17:10 SUPER 6 PROP
20:00 OUTRO

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Texas A&M’s Mike Elko Talks #22 Missouri + #9 Oregon vs #20 Iowa | CFB Week 11 Gambling Guide Nov 06, 2025

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Week 11 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 Texas A&M's head coach Mike Elko to the show!

Top Week 11 Games:
Can #7 BYU handle #8 Texas Tech on the road?
Will the #5 Georgia Bulldogs take down Mississippi State?
Will #14 Virginia stay hot?

That and so much more on this Week 11 College Football Gambling Guide!

CHAPTERS:
00:00 INTRO
01:30 CFP REACTIONS
03:30 9-3 TEXAS LONGHORNS
05:45 TEXAS A&M'S MIKE ELKO
10:00 TEXAS A&M VS MISSOURI
20:30 TEXAS A&M VS MISSOURI PREVIEW
23:40 OREGON VS IOWA
27:42 BYU VS TEXAS TECH
32:30 LSU VS ALABAMA
37:22 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES
52:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER
55:00 FAVORITE UNDERDOG TO WIN
57:45 BEST BETS
01:01:16 OUTRO

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Can #13 Texas Longhorns Make The College Football Playoff & Early Lines | CFB & NFL Recap Nov 03, 2025

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Week 10 of the 2025 College Football season and Week 9 of the NFL delivered upsets, blowouts, bad beats, and season-shifting moments.

Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down all the action — from the ACC & SEC chaos.Who will be the ACC Champion after Miami and Georgia Tech fell this weekend & Who is going to win the SEC?

CHAPTERS:
00:00 INTRO
01:00 #5 GEORGIA VS FLORIDA BAD BEAT
02:20 #13 TEXAS DEF. #15 VANDY
04:00 CAN #13 TEXAS MAKE CFP?
06:00 SEC WINNER
08:00 WEATHER & TRAVEL BEAR RANT
13:45 ACC CHAOS
15:30 ACC WINNER
20:00 WHICH TEAM THAT LOST THIS WEEK CAN MAKE CFP?
26:00 OFFICIATING BEAR RANT
31:40 #12 VIRGINIA & CAL BAD BEAT
35:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING
42:20 WORLD SERIES RANT
46:00 OUTRO

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Bruce & The Bear: Where Will Brian Kelly Coach Next, Who Will Fill The Other Head Coaching Vacancies + #9 Vanderbilt at #20 Texas & More! Oct 31, 2025

Show notes

Start your college football weekend with Bruce and The Bear — the ultimate podcast for betting insights, expert picks, and in-depth analysis of the week’s biggest games. Join 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 by looking at where Brian Kelly could coach next and who will fill the vacancy at LSU for the open head coach position. The guys also discuss who could be considered for the Florida, Penn State, and UCLA head coaching vacancies. Find out which surprising candidates made each list. Next, the pair preview #9 Vanderbilt playing at #20 Texas, while giving an injury update on Texas QB Arch Manning. The duo also hit on #18 Oklahoma at #14 Tennessee, and #5 Georgia at Florida.

Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and Bruce break down the BNK Game of the Week, Penn State at #1 Ohio State. The pair touch on how Ohio State would matchup against Indiana as well. The show wraps up with a preview of #10 Miami going to play at SMU.

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 INTRO

01:13 LSU'S NEXT HEAD COACH

08:22 BRIAN KELLY'S NEXT SCHOOL

10:34 WHO WILL FILL OTHER HEAD COACHING VACANCIES?

15:40 #9 VANDERBILT AT #20 TEXAS

17:29 #18 OKLAHOMA AT #14 TENNESSEE

21:12 PENN STATE AT #1 OHIO STATE

26:10 OUTRO

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Top 5 NFL Bets To Make Right Now | Week 9 Oct 31, 2025

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NFL Week 9 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. Can the Indianapolis Colts stay hot?

If you’re looking for NFL Week 9 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 INTRO
01:30 SCARIEST OFFENSE IN THE NFL
08:00 FALCONS @ PATRIOTS
09:30 JAGUARS @ RAIDERS
10:40 CHIEFS @ BILLS
12:20 COLTS @ STEELERS
14:00 GEOFF'S SUPER PROP OF THE WEEK
14:50 VIKINGS @ LIONS
17:30 SURVIVOR PICK
18:20 OUTRO

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Georgia's Kirby Smart, Texas vs Vanderbilt & Best College Football Bets Oct 30, 2025

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Week 10 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 Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart.

Top Week 10 Games:
Can #23 USC take down Nebraska?
Can #9 Vanderbilt stay hot against #20 Texas?
Will #10 Miami handle SMU on the road?

That and so much more on this Week 10 College Football Gambling Guide!

CHAPTERS:
00:00 INTRO
02:00 WHICH PLAYOFF FAVORITE WON'T MAKE IT
05:30 KIRBY SMART INTERVIEW
12:30 GEORGIA @ FLORIDA
20:30 PENN STATE @ #1 OHIO STATE
24:45 #23 USC @ NEBRASKA
30:00 #18 OKLAHOMA @ #14 TENNESSEE
33:00 #9 VANDERBILT @ #20 TEXAS
35:50 #5 GEORGIA @ FLORIDA
39:00 OTHER TOP CFB GAMES
53:00 FAVORITE OVER/UNDER OF THE WEEK
56:00 UNDERDOG TO WIN OUTRIGHT
58:30 BEST BETS
01:01:00 OUTRO

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Dave Portnoy’s 2025 Breeders’ Cup Betting Guide | Best Bets, Picks & Top Horses Oct 29, 2025

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Chris “The Bear” Fallica is joined by Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy to break down the 2025 Breeders’ Cup and deliver their favorite best bets, picks, and longshot plays for championship weekend.

The guys preview every major race — including the Filly & Mare Turf, Mile, Sprint, and more — while sharing insight on top contenders, value horses, and betting strategy. Whether you’re a casual horse racing fan or a seasoned handicapper, this guide will help you get ready before placing your wagers.

Topics Covered:
Best bets & longshots for 2025 Breeders’ Cup
Filly & Mare Turf, Mile, Sprint breakdowns
Top horses to watch
Value picks & betting strategy
Portnoy’s favorite plays of the weekend
Bear’s biggest edges on the board
Don’t lock in your bets before tuning in!

CHAPTERS:
00:00 INTRO
01:00 BARSTOOL'S DAVE PORTNOY
01:30 BREEDERS' CUP
02:00 SOVEREIGNTY SCRATCHED
05:00 2025 BREEDERS' CUP GAMBLING GUIDE
08:30 TURF RACE
14:16 MILE RACE
20:00 SPRINT RACE
23:00 BEST BETS
28:00 LONG SHOTS
30:00 OUTRO

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LSU FIRES Brian Kelly, College Football Playoff Dark Horse + NFL MVP Guide | CFB & NFL Recap Oct 27, 2025

Show notes

Week 9 of the 2025 College Football season and Week 8 of the NFL delivered upsets, blowouts, bad beats, and season-shifting moments.

Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down all the action — from the
Texas A&M beat down of LSU & Ole Miss beating Oklahoma.

The crew also dives into:
LSU TIGERS Firing Brian Kelly — Who’s the next coach for LSU?
CFP Dark Horse — What long short do the guys like to make the CFP?
NFL MVP — Could Colts' RB Jonathan Taylor have a shot at NFL MVP?
Early Betting Lines — Including USC AT Nebraska
Plus, they recap their best (and worst) bets of the weekend across college football and the NFL.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 INTRO
01:00 COACHES UNDEFEATED ON BEAR BETS
01:50 LSU FIRES BRIAN KELLY
03:30 WHO IS LSU'S NEXT COACH?
09:00 CFP DARK HORSE
13:30 NFL BETS
16:00 JONATHAN TAYLOR MVP?
24:00 EARLY LINES WE'RE EYEING
30:00 OUTRO

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Bruce & The Bear: #3 Texas A&M at #20 LSU, #8 Ole Miss at #13 Oklahoma + Betting on #12 Notre Dame To Make The CFB Playoff Oct 24, 2025

Show notes

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 as #3 Texas A&M plays at #20 LSU in a big SEC matchup. From there, they preview a stacked Week 9 slate featuring two marquee matchups: #8 Ole Miss vs. #13 Oklahoma, and the BNK Game of the Week, UCLA at #2 Indiana. The guys also hit on a huge FCS matchup as #1 North Dakota State faces off against #2 South Dakota State.

Next, in “The Walkthrough,” Sammy P and the guys break down how Vanderbilt is the public darling in a matchup vs. Missouri. Sammy P touches on Notre Dame and their futures odds to make the College Football Playoff. The trio also talk about Utah QB Devon Dampier's injury status vs. Colorado. 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.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 INTRO

00:40 #3 TEXAS A&M AT #20 LSU

02:53 #8 OLE MISS AT #13 OKLAHOMA

05:40 UCLA AT #2 INDIANA

11:36 #1 NORTH DAKOTA STATE AT #2 SOUTH DAKOTA STATE

13:13 VANDERBILT'S THE PUBLIC DARLING

18:17 NOTRE DAME FUTURES

22:45 2 MIN DRILL

30:06 OUTRO

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