Bear Bets: A FOX Sports Gambling Show

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  Notre Dame & Oregon National Championship? Lock In These Bets Before It’s Too Late 22.07.2026 54min

  It's officially time to start the countdown to Opening Day of the 2026 college football Season! Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, Geoff Schwartz & Will Hill are here to provide their best bets, favorite win totals, player props, conference champions and so much more the 2026 college football season. Will the Oregon Ducks finally win the big one? Will Notre Dame skate to the National Champion? Who will win the Heisman? Chapters:0:00 Intro0:20 College Football Preview1:15 Chip Kelly Photo4:00 Sammy P's Top 10 Power Rankings6:00 Win Totals We Like7:00 Oregon: The Team With The Fewest Holes14:30 Is Penn St Going To Be That Good?22:00 UCLA: Most Upgraded Team?25:00 Conference Champions We Like28:00 Texas Tech To Win Big 12?31:40 Miami-Notre Dame Lookahead33:50 Notre Dame To Win The Natty38:50 LSU O/U Win Total40:00 Florida Gators O/U Win Total43:00 Final Win Total Thoughts46:00 MLB Best Bets51:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Spain vs Argentina World Cup Final: The bet you CANNOT miss 17.07.2026 48min

  The 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Final is here, and it all comes down to Spain vs. Argentina!Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz break down the biggest match in world soccer with their best bets, favorite picks, score predictions, player props, and top betting angles for the World Cup Final. Lionel Messi vs Lamine Yamal. The GOAT vs The Prodigy.Plus, the guys dive into the latest from MLB, NFL, and College Football, sharing the best betting insights and futures you won't want to miss. Chapters:0:00 Intro2:30 FIFA World Cup™ Semifinals Recap3:30 Argentina & Kansas City Chiefs?7:20 FIFA World Cup™ Awards9:45 Bronze Final Match: France vs England14:45 FIFA World Cup™ Final Preview15:30 World Cup Final Best Bets22:00 Bear's Bet Sweats23:30 MLB Best Bets31:40 WNBA Bets34:16 Are The Bengals The Team of 2026?36:00 More NFL Thoughts40:15 Taylor Swift's Wedding41:00 College Football Thoughts45:29 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  2026 FIFA World Cup™ Semifinals | Best Bets, Picks & Predictions 14.07.2026 46min

  The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Final is almost complete. Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Will Hill are joined by Chris Wittyngham to break down both World Cup semifinal matchups—France vs. Spain and England vs. Argentina—with their favorite bets, best picks, predictions, and betting angles.Who punches their ticket to the Final? Which stars will shine on the biggest stage? And where is the best betting value on the board? The guys analyze the odds, key matchups, and props to help you get ready for two of the biggest matches of the tournament.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:35 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Semifinals Preview1:05 Chris Wittyngham Joins The Show1:20 France or The Field?2:25 France vs Spain7:30 England vs Argentina12:00 Best Bet for Golden Boot19:30 Best Bet for Golden Glove21:45 Grading USA's Performance in World Cup24:45 Best Bets For World Cup31:30 MLB Best Bets36:15 Open Championship Best Bets43:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Knicks vs Spurs 2026 Finals: Who Actually Stops Wembanyama? 02.06.2026 44min

  Bear Bets is back! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by former UCLA standout and NBA veteran Darren Collison to preview the 2026 NBA Finals.Can Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs continue their dominant postseason run, or do Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks have what it takes to bring a championship back to New York? The crew breaks down the biggest storylines, key matchups, and betting angles heading into the Finals, including their picks for NBA Finals MVP and whether anyone outside of Wembanyama and Brunson can take home the award.The guys also dive into the upcoming Belmont Stakes, discussing the latest odds, contenders, and best betting opportunities for horse racing’s biggest stage.From the NBA Finals to the Belmont Stakes, get all the insights, predictions, and best bets you need to stay ahead of the action on this week's episode of Bear Bets. Chapters:0:00 Intro2:00 Darren Collison Joins The Show2:20 NBA Finals: Knicks vs Spurs2:35 Which is Better: Rust or Rest?3:45: Guard Match-Up: Brunson vs Castle5:00 How Does Brunson Attack Wemby?7:00 Which Player Will Have A Big Game 1?8:45 What is it About These Young Spurs?11:00 Can The Knicks Path To The Finals Be Overlooked?13:00 How Do You Describe Wemby?15:45 Who win the NBA Finals & MVP?17:25 Should Bear Let This Spurs Ticket Ride?20:00 NBA Finals Preview22:00 NBA Finals Best Bets24:00 Do The Knicks Have A Chance?30:40 Belmont Stakes Best Bets37:00 Greatest White Sox Bet?38:45 NHL Stanley Cup Finals41:20 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  2026 FIFA World Cup™ Predictions: The Title Favorite Destined To Fail 27.05.2026 38min

  Bear Bets is back with a full preview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by FOX Soccer analyst Maurice Edu to break down everything you need to know before the biggest tournament in the world kicks off.The crew dives into:• How far the United States can go on home soil • Their favorite picks for the Golden Boot • Which nation has the best shot to lift the trophy • The powerhouse team that could disappoint early Can France make an incredible third straight FIFA World Cup Final? The guys debate that and much more while also giving updates and best bets for the NBA and NHL Playoffs.Don’t miss this loaded episode of Bear Bets!  Chapters:0:00 Intro0:30 Maurice Edu Joins The Show!1:00 What To Expect From The United States5:30 Spain & France or The Field?7:45 Sleeper Teams9:20 Golden Boot Bet10:30 Favorite To Falter15:45 Who Is Willing The World Cup?19:20 NBA Playoffs: Knicks vs ???23:00 NHL Playoffs: Golden Knights vs ???26:00 NHL Futures32:35 MLB Futures35:30 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Spurs vs Thunder Best Bets: Vegas Is Hiding The Truth 19.05.2026 40min

  Bear Bets is back to preview the NBA Conference Finals! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill to break down their best bets, longshots, and bold predictions across the sports world. The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder square off in the Western Conference Finals between two teams with over 60 wins. They also discuss some early bets for the 2026 FIFA WORLD UP including a longshot for the Golden Boot. They also give their best NHL, MLB futures and more. Chapters:0:00 Intro2:40 Western Conference Final: Spurs vs Thunder12:45 Eastern Conference Final: Cavaliers vs Knicks22:50 NHL Playoffs27:50 MLB Futures33:15 Early 2026 FIFA World Cup Bets37:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  2026 PGA Championship Gambling Guide 🏆NBA & NHL Playoffs & Best Bets 12.05.2026 42min

  The 2026 PGA Championship is here! 🔥 Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz break down their best golf bets with special guest, expert Justin Ray. Is it Scottie or the field? Plus, the crew shifts gears to share their top NBA Playoff picks and MLB futures. Don’t miss this episode of Bear Bets—get informed, find value, and stay ahead of the game. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:00 BETTING ON THE PREAKNESS 2:45 NBA PLAYOFFS 3:29 JUSTIN RAY JOINS SHOW 3:50 SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER OR THE FIELD? 8:40 BRYSON DECHAMBEAU ODDS 20:00 RICKY FOWLER SLEEPER PICK? 24:35 O/U WINNING SCORE 27:44: COLLIN MORIKAWA’S ODDS TO MISS CUT 29:40 VIKTOR HOVLAND TOP SCANDANAVIAN 32:15 BEAR’S PARLAY 35:45 MLB BETS 39:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  LeBron is in Trouble: Why the Thunder are the Lakers' Worst Nightmare 05.05.2026 29min

  The 2026 NBA Playoffs are heating up and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill to break down their best bets, longshots, and bold predictions across the sports world.Can LeBron James keep the Los Angeles Lakers alive against the powerhouse Oklahoma City Thunder? And can the Minnesota Timberwolves pull off an upset against the San Antonio Spurs? The crew dives into key playoff matchups and where the betting value lies.Plus, with Tarik Skubal sidelined, the AL Cy Young race is wide open. Who’s the best bet now? Are the Chicago White Sox legit contenders? The guys break down MLB futures you need to know right now.To close it out, they hit college football win totals and early WNBA futures, giving you an edge before the markets move.Don’t miss this episode of Bear Bets—get informed, find value, and stay ahead of the game. Chapters:0:00 Intro0:50 Will Hill Joins1:30 NBA Playoffs7:14 Lakers vs Thunder9:00 AL Cy Young Race12:20 MLB Futures15:15 College Football Futures23:25 WNBA Futures26:55 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  2026 Kentucky Derby Best Bets: Why Renegade is in serious trouble 29.04.2026 38min

  The 2026 Kentucky Derby is finally here! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich are joined by Maggie Wolfendale to break down their best bets, long shots, and bold predictions for The Derby.The trio talks about whether Renegade is the favorite we think, is The Puma a serious contender, worried about Commandment & Emerging Market and so much more.Everything you need to know about the 152nd Kentucky Derby and more including whether Renegade can be the first horse out of the No. 1 position. Get all your bets dialed in for the Run for the Roses.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:35 Maggie Wolfendale Joins The Show1:00 Renegade Gets the No.1 Position4:30 Is The Puma A Serious Contender?7:30 Is Emerging Market A Contender?9:00 Betting On The Overseas Horses12:00 Worried About Chief Wallabee?14:00 Thoughts On Further Ado?18:00 Commandment Safest Bet To Hit The Board?20:50 Best Longshot22:00 Kentucky Oaks Bets25:00 Best Bets32:00 Texas Tech News35:15 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  NFL Draft Gambling Guide 21.04.2026 40min

  The 2026 NFL Draft is here — and Chris “Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are breaking down their best bets, draft props, and bold predictions for draft night.From top pick markets to longshot value plays, the guys dive into where the real betting edges are — plus the players, teams, and scenarios that could shake up the entire board.Will there be a shock at #2 overall? Which teams are locked into their guy? And where can bettors get ahead of the market before the odds move?If you’re betting the NFL Draft, this is everything you need before the picks start coming in. Chapters:0:00 Intro0:50 Geoff Schwartz's Draft Story4:50 Jets At #2: Bailey or Reese?9:15 What Do The Cardinals Do At #311:30 Jeremiyah Love O/U 4.5?16:45 Trades In The Top 5?19:30 Jordyn Tyson 1st WR Taken?22:30 Carnell Tate O/U 7.5?24:45 WRS Taken In The 1st Round: O/U 5.526:30 Francis Mauigoa Top 5?32:00 Player To Fall?32:40 QBS Taken In 1st Round: O/U 1.5?36:00 College Football Parlay37:30 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  NBA Playoffs Gambling Guide 14.04.2026 51min

  The 2026 NBA Playoffs are here and Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill to get you ready. The guys dive into their best bets and futures for the NBA playoffs.They also give their thoughts on the NHL Playoffs, MLB Futures and so much more! CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro0:50 NBA Playoffs1:50 NBA Play-In Tournament5:00 Anyone Beating The Spurs?10:40 Magics vs Sixers12:22 Warriors vs Clippers15:40 Timberwolves vs Nuggets18:10 Raptors vs Cavaliers19:00 Buy Lakers Low?23:00 Celtics or The Field?29:00 Extra Bets30:15 MLB Futures32:00 Worst Team In MLB?35:00 AL Cy Young: Skubal or Field?41:45 NHL Futures48:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Masters 2026 Gambling Guide 07.04.2026 51min

  In today’s episode, Chris 'Bear' Fallica & Sammy Panayotovich are joined by Justin Ray to preview the 2026 Masters Tournament. The guys dive into outright winners, sleepers, matchups, and the best value on the board at Augusta National.Can Scottie Scheffler defend his dominance? Is there a young star ready to make a run? Or is this the year a longshot slips on the green jacket?The guys go through their full betting card, key storylines, and what you need to know before placing your bets for golf’s most iconic major.Make sure to like, subscribe, and ride with us all week at Augusta. CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:00 Michigan National Champs6:30 Justin Ray Joins The Show7:00 2026 Masters Preview20:00 Sleeper Picks21:30 Who Will Struggle Thursday/Friday27:15 Guy You Need To Bet & Need To Avoid29:00 Best Bear Story33:00 Best Masters Bets41:00 Best Future Bets48:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  NCAA Tournament Semifinals Gambling Guide 01.04.2026 32min

  Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich break down the biggest weekend in college hoops with a full betting preview of the 2026 NCAA Tournament semifinals. The guys dive into the odds, analyze each matchup, and share the bets they’re locking in for championship weekend. From spreads to totals to potential upsets—nothing is off the table.And the big question… will Sammy P finally trust Duke again? Make sure to like, subscribe, and ride with us all the way to the title. CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:00 NCAA Tournament Semifinals2:25 Sammy P LOVES Duke5:00 Duke's Recent Tournament Collapses7:00 #3 Illinois vs #2 UConn13:00 #1 Michigan vs #1 Arizona18:00 Player Props23:30 BIG Ten Championship?25:00 BORG28:55 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  MLB Gambling Guide: Dodgers Or The Field + NCAA Tournament Bets 25.03.2026 1h 5min

  In today’s episode, Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill break down everything you need to know heading into the 2026 MLB season — from World Series futures and division winners to sleeper teams and player props you should already be eyeing.Then the guys shift gears to the Men’s NCAA Tournament, diving into our favorite bets with the remaining 16 teams. 0:00 INTRO2:00 MLB SEASON PREVIEW2:45 DODGERS OR THE FIELD?6:30 TEAM TO WIN NL11:20 BEST BETS FOR NL MVP14:45 WIDE OPEN AL17:10 TEAM TO WIN AL20:25 NL TEAM WIN TOTALS & PROPS33:30 AL PREVIEW35:15 AL TEAM WIN TOTALS & PROPS39:15 NCAA TOURNAMENT REFRESH41:00 #11 TEXAS VS #2 PURDUE42:00 #4 ARKANSAS VS #1 ARIZONA46:45 #3 ILLINOIS VS #2 HOUSTON48:49 #9 IOWA VS #4 NEBRASKA52:25 #6 TENNESSEE VS #2 IOWA STATE54:40 #5 ST. JOHNS VS #1 DUKE56:50 #3 MICHIGAN STATE VS #2 UCONN58:36 #4 ALABAMA VS #1 MICHIGAN01:02:20 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  2026 NCAA Tournament Gambling Guide 17.03.2026 49min

  Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich preview and breakdown everything you need to know before the 2026 Men's NCAA Tournament kicks off! The guys go through early lines in the Opening Round Games they like, they break down favorites to fade, teams to make the Sweet 16 & who they have cutting down the nets at Lucas Oil Stadium! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:30 WILL CHAOS RETURN TO THE TOURNAMENT?05:30 OPENING ROUND GAME LINES12:35 OVER/UNDER 1.5 NO. 1 SEEDS MAKE FINAL FOUR?20:50 OPENING ROUND BETS26:00 TEAMS TO MAKE SWEET 1635:50 BEST BETS44:14 NATIONAL CHAMPION PICKS46:25 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  World Baseball Classic Gambling Guide: USA or The Field? 04.03.2026 34min

  The World Baseball Classic is BACK on FS1 & FOX! Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill break down their best bets to place right now for the World Baseball Classic. Can Shohei Ohtani & Jpan take down the USA Dream team in the World Baseball Classic or will the Dominican Republic have something to say about it?If you’re looking for best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Super Bowl LX Recap: Seahawks Get Revenge Against Patriots 09.02.2026 40min

  Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Geoff Schwartz & Sammy Panayotovich recap everything you need to know about Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. The Seahawks proved to be the better team in winning their second Super Bowl Championship & avenging their last Super Bowl loss to the Patriots. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:30 SUPER BOWL LX INITIAL RECAP05:00 WILL CAMPBELL'S TOUGH DAY07:30 SUPER BOWL LX PROPS RECAP09:30 BEAR'S WASTE MANAGEMENT NIGHTMARE11:30 SEATTLE ATS GREATNESS12:30 WORRIED ABOUT YOUR SB BETS?13:15 SEATTLE WAS JUST THE BETTER TEAM15:00 SHOULD JASON MYERS WON MVP?17:00 LOOKING AHEAD TO 202720:00 WAY-TOO-EARLY 2027 SB ODDS23:45 CHARLIE PUTH'S NATIONAL ANTHEM26:30 EARLY NFL FUTURES30:00 COLLEGE BASKETBALL38:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Super Bowl LX MEGA Gambling Guide 03.02.2026 36min

  Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, Sammy Panayotovich & Will Hill break down everything you need to know about Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots.If you’re looking for best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:50 SEAHAWKS VS PATRIOTS GAME PREVIEW09:50 GEOFF IS OVER THE SNOW11:00 SUPER BOWL MVP16:00 SUPER BOWL PROP BETS21:00 NATIONAL ANTHEM OVER/UNDER23:00 GATORADE COLOR26:30 GEOFF & SAMMY P BEST BETS32:00 BEAR'S BEST BETS34:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Super Bowl LX: New England Patriots vs Seattle Seahawks Way-Too-Early Lines 26.01.2026 41min

  Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down the Conference Championship games between the Denver Broncos vs the New England Patriots & the Seattle Seahawks vs the Los Angeles Rams. They look ahead to the way-too-early lines for Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks & Patriots. If you’re looking for best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:00 PATRIOTS DEFEAT BRONCOS11:30 WAY-TOO-EARLY SUPER BOWL LINEs13:30 SEAHAWKS DEFEAT RAMS22:30 EARLY SUPER BOWL THOUGHTS24:00 SUPER BOWL MVP BEST BETS28:00 EXTRA BEAR BETS THOUGHTS38:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  NFL Conference Championship Gambling Guide 21.01.2026 43min

  Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Geoff Schwartz, and Sammy Panayotovich break down their best NFL bets to place right now for the Conference Championship Round of the NFL Playoffs between the Denver Broncos vs the New England Patriots & the Seattle Seahawks vs the Los Angeles Rams. If you’re looking for best bets, betting predictions, picks against the spread, and prop plays, this is your ultimate guide. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:30 BILLS PITY PARTY06:00 NFC CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW19:30 AFC CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW28:00 EXTRA BETS39:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices