Chicago Sports Rush

In this episode, Dan McNeil previews NFL Week 17 storylines, and revisits the Cowboys' history as "America's Team." He also digs into Chicago's biggest sports story of 2022 -- the Bears' Justin Fields.

Danny Mac recaps this weekend's games and gives his Bear Thoughts on the Bears passing game amidst their 8-game losing streak. Chicago's rookie corners are coming around and showing some reason to be optimistic for 2023. 

On this episode of the Danny Mac podcast, Dan McNeil offers NFL Week 16 betting insights. He also discusses Franco Harris and why the 1972 Steelers were easy to like, and how he witnessed the Immaculate Reception, Part 2.

Danny Mac gives his Bear Thoughts on the Eagles keeping the Bears at arms-length Sunday. Justin Fields didn't throw a pick, but we has a lot of learning to do in the passing game. Jalen Hurts didn't play well, but Philadelphia still managed to keep its distance from Chicago.

Dan McNeil previews NFL Week 15 matchups, including 49ers v Seahawks tonight on Thursday Night Football. The powerhouse Eagles take on the Bears, and it seems likely that Philly and Jalen Hurts will cover the 9-point spread. You'll hear a breakdown of other NFL storylines, as well as futures betting and more.

Dan McNeil recaps NFL Week 14 action. As postseason scenarios start to take shape, he analyzes which teams are rising...and which clubs are flailing. Tom Brady and the Bucs look old and outclassed, and the 49ers found hope in their backup QB, Brock Purdy. Plus, the Bears prepare for the red-hot Eagles.

The Chicago Bears are on a bye week this week so Dan McNeil wishes Dick Butkus a happy birthday, gives out a homework assignment for this weekend, and gives you a solid trivia question to amaze your friends.

Dan McNeil does the post-mortem on yet another Bears loss, this time to the Green Bay Packers. Chicago had a golden opportunity to knock off their divisional rivals but didn't make plays when they really needed to. Was this Aaron Rodgers' last game against the Bears in a Packers uniform?

Dan McNeil offers some insightful statistics on the Bears-Packers "rivalry" and says Chicago is likely to lose once again this weekend. He also sifts through the biggest NFL storylines with former WR Brandon Stokley.

Dan McNeil previews Monday Night Football, a Colts v Steelers matchup. He recaps the Jets v Bears blowout, which featured two unheralded QBs - Trevor Siemian and Mike White. Dan also asks, "Where is Chase Claypool?" Finally, he breaks down all of the games from NFL Week 12.