In Episode 9, we run the full Chicago sports gauntlet and beyond. The Bulls are officially heading in the wrong direction, and we break down what’s gone wrong and where the frustration is coming from. Meanwhile, the Blackhawks are quietly trending up — even without their biggest stars — and there may be more reason for optimism than people realize.

We also dive into the absolute madness that is college football right now, from chaos at the top to week-to-week unpredictability. As always, the Bears find themselves right where they usually do… headed into the playoffs with a massive first-round matchup against the Packers that feels season-defining.

On top of that, we touch on the Trae Young trade rumors and what they could mean, sprinkle in some MLB talk, and wrap it all together with other notable sports headlines across the league.

High-level takes, honest reactions, and classic Big Ticket energy — Episode 9 has it all. 🎙️🏀🏒🏈⚾