30 episodes

Welcome to "Bear Bets," a FOX Sports podcast that takes you inside the thrilling world of sports gambling. Join host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica, alongside former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz, as they dive into the action-packed realm of NFL and college football betting. Get ready for expert insights, favorite picks, best bets, and in-depth analysis on the biggest football storylines. What sets us apart? These are real bets, placed by Bear and Geoff themselves. Tune in for an authentic, high-stakes experience with "Bear Bets." Your winning play starts here.

Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow the guys on X @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.

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    • 4.7 • 101 Ratings

Welcome to "Bear Bets," a FOX Sports podcast that takes you inside the thrilling world of sports gambling. Join host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica, alongside former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz, as they dive into the action-packed realm of NFL and college football betting. Get ready for expert insights, favorite picks, best bets, and in-depth analysis on the biggest football storylines. What sets us apart? These are real bets, placed by Bear and Geoff themselves. Tune in for an authentic, high-stakes experience with "Bear Bets." Your winning play starts here.

Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow the guys on X @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.

    NFL Week 14 Best Bets, Eagles vs. Cowboys, MVP Tyreek Hill, Brock Purdy, Coach of the Year odds

    NFL Week 14 Best Bets, Eagles vs. Cowboys, MVP Tyreek Hill, Brock Purdy, Coach of the Year odds

    In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show discussing Zach Wilson returning to the starting lineup for the New York Jets, followed by Bear’s Week 14 pick featuring the Packers at Giants. Can Jordan Love lead Green Bay to their 4th straight win? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC reacts to the Eagles being underdogs vs. the Cowboys and discuss the other big matchups in the weekend slate. The guys also debate the current MVP race and explain why Tyreek Hill is a serious contender right now despite Brock Purdy being the favorite. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 
    🏈: Packers at Giants (5:45)
    💬: The Gambling Group Chat (8:15)
    🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (53:25)
    💰: Bear’s Best Bet (57:12)
    💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (59:20)
    *Timecodes are approximate 
    Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.
    Super 6 NFL Week 14 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win.
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    • 1 hr 5 min
    CFB Playoff reaction, Early Bowl picks, Army vs. Navy, TNF Patriots vs. Steelers

    CFB Playoff reaction, Early Bowl picks, Army vs. Navy, TNF Patriots vs. Steelers

    Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear and Geoff start the show giving their thoughts on Florida State’s CFP snub, and share early Bowl picks featuring UNC vs. West Virginia, and Rutgers vs. Miami. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The guys further discuss the College Football Playoff and the Committee’s controversial decision to select Michigan, Washington, Texas, and Alabama as the four teams vying for the national title. Did the CFP Committee make the right decision leaving undefeated Florida State out of the playoffs? The guys also dish out early bets for some Bowl games, discuss the over/under in Army vs. Navy, and preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Patriots and Steelers.
    🏈 UNC vs. West Virginia (8:08)
    🏈 Rutgers vs. Miami (10:34)
    💬 The Gambling Group Chat (12:48)
    💰 Bear’s Best Bet (49:50)
    💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (51:29)
    Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.
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    • 58 min
    NFL Week 13 Best Bets, Eagles home underdogs vs. 49ers, Aaron Rodgers return

    NFL Week 13 Best Bets, Eagles home underdogs vs. 49ers, Aaron Rodgers return

    In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show highlighting Bear’s Week 13 picks featuring the Bengals vs. Jaguars and the Cardinals vs. Steelers. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the Eagles being home underdogs vs. the 49ers. Are the opening odds disrespectful to Philadelphia? The gang also discuss Jalen Hurts’ MVP odds, Mike Tomlin’s Coach of the Year chances, and Aaron Rodgers improbable return. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 
    🏈: Bengals at Jaguars (2:15)
    🏈: Cardinals at Steelers (5:40)
    💬: The Gambling Group Chat (8:00)
    🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (47:00)
    💰: Bear’s Best Bet (49:05)
    💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (50:15)
    *Timecodes are approximate 
    Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.
    Super 6 NFL Week 13 Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win.
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    • 56 min
    CFB Conference Championship Best Bets, Oregon-Washington, Georgia-Alabama & more!

    CFB Conference Championship Best Bets, Oregon-Washington, Georgia-Alabama & more!

    Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Geoff starts the show discussing the Pac-12 Championship and makes his case for why the Ducks will win.
    Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC shares their best bets for all of the College Football Conference Championship slate including Oregon-Washington, Georgia-Alabama, and Michigan-Iowa. Will the Hawkeyes be able to score a TD?
    They also discuss the latest Heisman Trophy race, the big questions facing the College Football Playoff and all of the “what if” scenarios. Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week. 
    🏈 Boise State at UNLV (5:38)
    💬 The Gambling Group Chat (8:05)
    💰 Bear’s Best Bet (59:47)
    💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (61:36)
    Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.
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    • 1 hr 6 min
    NFL Week 12 Best Bets, Thanksgiving Tripleheader, AFC Playoff Picture, Brock Purdy MVP?

    NFL Week 12 Best Bets, Thanksgiving Tripleheader, AFC Playoff Picture, Brock Purdy MVP?

    In the latest episode of “Bear Bets,” host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz start off the show recapping the Philadelphia Eagles win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Next, Bear makes his Week 12 picks featuring the Saints vs. Falcons and Browns vs. Broncos. Can Russell Wilson lead Denver to their fifth straight win? Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill for our favorite segment, “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC discuss the Thanksgiving tripleheader and the first-ever Black Friday matchup between the Dolphins-Jets. They also talk about the latest MVP odds and whether Brock Purdy is undervalued. Afterwards, Bear and Geoff share their survivor pool picks and make their Best Bets of the week. 
    🏈: Saints at Falcons (2:00)
    🏈: Browns at Broncos (4:15)
    💬: The Gambling Group Chat (6:49)
    🔥: Survivor Pool Picks (52:15)
    💰: Bear’s Best Bet (54:00)
    💰: Geoff’s Best Bet (54:51)
    *Timecodes are approximate 
    Follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.
    Super 6 Thanksgiving Challenge is live! It’s the FREE new game on the FOX Sports app that is giving away $10,000 in cash prizes EVERY WEEK. Just download the Fox Sports app and make your picks for a chance to win.
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    • 58 min
    CFB Week 13 Best Bets, Ohio State-Michigan, Oregon State-Oregon, Bo Nix or Jayden Daniels?

    CFB Week 13 Best Bets, Ohio State-Michigan, Oregon State-Oregon, Bo Nix or Jayden Daniels?

    Big Noon Kickoff Presents: Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast hosted by betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. Bear starts the show with his Week 13 CFB picks featuring UTSA-Tulane, UNC-NC State, TCU-Oklahoma & Colorado-Utah. Later, Bear and Geoff are joined by friends and sports betting analysts, Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill, also known as “The Gambling Group Chat.” The GGC react to Jordan Travis’ injury and how it impacts FSU’s Playoff chances. They also preview the biggest games of the week like Ohio State-Michigan, Oregon State-Oregon, Florida State-Florida, and TCU-Oklahoma. The guys also talk about Deion Sanders & Colorado’s struggles, plus the Heisman Trophy race. Is Bo Nix or Jayden Daniels more deserving? Bear and Geoff wrap the show offering their Best Bets of the week.
    🏈 UTSA at Tulane (1:10)
    🏈 UNC at NC State (2:43)
    🏈 Memphis at Temple (4:51)
    🏈 TCU at Oklahoma (6:17)
    🏈 Colorado at Utah (8:04)
    💬 The Gambling Group Chat (10:23)
    💰 Bear’s Best Bet (54:32)
    💰 Geoff’s Best Bet (56:29)
    Catch Bear Bets every Thursday & Friday and follow us on social @bearbetspod. You can follow the guys @chrisfallica @geoffschwartz.
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    • 1 hr 1 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
101 Ratings

101 Ratings

Ev Gal ,

Bear is back

Missed bear on gameday and found him here. Great podcast

BennyTrill ,

Another Bad Fox Pod

I respect Chris a lot but he’s a great guest of a show but not a lead. Always bad quality audio. Gave it a few weeks but definitely a unfollow. Sorry guys

mjk9825 ,

Great stuff

Glad I found you on your new platform, Bear. Results not yet up to your standards but I am confident you will get there. Love the round table discussions. Where else do you get steam on the Ivy League?

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