Ep.81 - John O'Donnell gives a breakdown on the Patriots, Boston and Election news; Bears beat Falcons; College football upsets; High School Football Playoffs

Pull up a chair at Bub’s Pub! Guest John O’Donnell joins Dan Drews and Brennen Roberts for an episode with a distinctly Boston flavor—and plenty of Chicago football on the menu. The lineup pairs a look back at the Bears–Falcons game with a Bears–Patriots preview, tapping John’s Boston sports perspective for a little cross-town conversation. There’s also the ultimate armchair-GM question: Caleb Williams or Drake Maye? No actual front-office experience required.

Beyond the NFL, the notes tee up college football surprises, and Illinois high school playoff talk. John’s guest spot gets another showcase in the “Best of Boston” draft: three people, three rounds, and nine picks celebrating the city’s things, people, places, and teams. With only nine slots available, somebody’s favorite is bound to be left on the draft board.

The agenda also includes John’s perspective on Illinois government and the approaching November elections, alongside local-government questions and other news follow-ups. Add a catch-up on Brennen’s college-visit weekend and a shout-out to Jim Melton’s half-marathon fundraising for Compassion International, and you’ve got a full table of topics. Come for guest John O’Donnell, stay for the football talk, Boston draft, and a little of everything else at Bub’s Pub.