Arch Manning, Julian Sayin & More QB Buzz With Bruce Feldman + Week 0 Picks
The college football season is almost here, and the quarterback hype is reaching a fever pitch. This week, Bruce Feldman joins the show to give us the inside scoop involving big-name QBs heading into Week 1. Is Arch Manning really the next Joe Burrow? Coach O says so, and Bruce gives you the buzz he’s hearing out of Austin as Texas at Ohio State battle looms next week. Speaking of the Buckeyes, the buzz is all about Julian Sayin out of Columbus and the recently named the Ohio State starting QB. Sayin’s accuracy and fit in Brian Hartline’s offense could make him a breakout star in 2025. We also look at Notre Dame’s CJ Carr, the Clemson’s national title chances, and inside scoop surrounding Alabama’s Ty Simpson in Tuscaloosa.Plus, Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich give their insight on Fresno State vs. Kansas, Stanford vs. Hawaii, and other Week 0 bets you need to hammer.
Arch Madness: Buzz out of Austin (3:12)What they Sayin about Julian (5:33)In CJ Carr we trust at Notre Dame? (9:16)Clemson for the National Title? (14:14)Ty Simpson expectations at Alabama (20:16)Week 0 Bets (28:24)
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2025 College Football Futures Gambling Guide
College football futures are heating up, and this week we bring in Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews — Heisman voter and preseason rankings expert — to break it all down. We dive deep into the 2025 Heisman Trophy race, analyzing top contenders like Texas Quarterback Arch Manning, Clemson Quarterback Cade Klubnik, and Ohio State wideout Jeremiah Smith. Chris “Bear” Fallica, Geoff Schwartz and Sammy Panayotovich also share their thoughts on dark-horse candidates, including Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love.
We explore Brett’s Top 10 preseason rankings, from No. 1 Penn State to No. 10 LSU, highlighting one overrated and one underrated team by the general public heading into 2025. Plus, we tackle national title odds… who will win it all?
The crew then builds CFP parlay bets with value plays from Notre Dame, Miami, Oregon, Penn State and more. We even discusses expectations for Bill Belichick’s North Carolina squad…
If you’re betting Heisman futures, eyeing national title value, or building a playoff parlay, this episode is your edge for the 2025 college football season.
Intro: (0:00)Heisman Futures: (2:38)Overrated, Underrated Top 25 teams: (9:49)Team outside of Top 10 to make CFP: (15:50)National Championship Futures: (27:23)Build your own CFP Future Parlay: (36:29)
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2025 NFL Preview: Teams We Don’t Trust
Chris "Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz and Sammy Panayotovich break down the NFL teams they do not trust to bet on this season. Defending Super Bowl Champs Philadelphia Eagles, Los Angeles Rams, and Los Angeles Chargers all have had HUGE injuries in preseason and the guys discuss whether or not it hinders betting on them.Are the New England Patriots a team that is 4.5 wins better than last year? Will Sam Darnold repeat his stellar season last year? Will the Cincinnati Bengals bring enough defense to support their offense? Can the Detroit Lions overcome their daunting schedule? All of these questions and more answered on this episode of Bear Bets: NFL Teams We Don't Trust.Looking for College Football Teams We Don't Trust? Check out that episode after this!
CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:50 INJURIES AFFECTING RAMS, CHARGERS, EAGLES18:00 TEAMS BEAR DOESN'T TRUST27:55 TEAMS SAMMY P DOES'T TRUST31:17 TEAMS GEOFF DOESN'T TRUST40:00 BEST BETS
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2025 College Football Preview: Teams We Don’t Trust
In this episode, Chris "Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz and Sammy Panayotovich break down the most overrated teams in the 2025 college football season. Can Florida survive a brutal schedule? Is Illinois being propped up by hype? Does Tennessee’s youth movement at key spots mean growing pains are coming?
Plus, we’re selling some popular offseason narratives. Penn State has the 2nd-best playoff odds... are the Nittany Lions trustworthy under James Franklin? Michigan’s "bounce back" hype gets debunked, and the idea that the Big 12 has multiple playoff contenders? We’re not buying it.
We also give a PSA on the infamous “Solo Cup” fan bets and close with another round of best college football futures bets for 2025. Make sure to stay tuned for our NFL podcast dropping later in the week.
Intro: (0:00)Teams we don't trust: Florida, Illinois & more (6:23)PSA: Don't make open ended bets online (30:43)Selling Storylines: Penn State, Michigan & more: (32:00)Betting Cards: (49:18)
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2025 NFL Win Total Gambling Guide
Bear Bets is back and better than ever as Chris "Bear" Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down everything you need to know about NFL win totals for the 2025 season!
Will the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles suffer a Super Bowl hangover? Can Aaron Rodgers and Mike Tomlin lead the Steelers back to the playoffs? And what Dallas Cowboys team are we getting this year?
The crew dives deep into the biggest questions heading into the season and reveals the win total bets they’re sprinting to the window to make — including plays on the Giants, Vikings, and more.Chapters:00:00 Intro02:30 Eagles Super Bowl Hangover?07:50 New Look Steelers?13:45 What Cowboys Team Shows Up?19:45 Win Totals We're Running To Make38:00 Outro
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Welcome to Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast that dives deep into the exhilarating world of sports gambling. Join host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica, alongside former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz, as they break down NFL and college football betting with expert insights, favorite picks, best bets, and comprehensive analysis on the hottest football storylines. What sets us apart? Bear and Geoff place real bets, offering you an authentic, high-stakes experience.
Catch new episodes of Bear Bets every Wednesday and Thursday, and don’t miss our limited series Big Noon Kickoff Presets: Bruce & The Bear dropping every Friday all college football season. In this exclusive series, Bruce Feldman and Chris "Bear" Fallica dive into all things college football—picks, news, and insider information—throughout the season.
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