NFC North shake-up: Parsons trade, Week 1 forecasts & Bears' Top 100 snub | 1st & North
On this episode of "1st and North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders react to the Micah Parsons trade to the Packers and what it means for the NFC North and NFL. They debate if it's Super Bowl or bust for the Packers and whether Parsons will suit up against the Lions. There's buzz about Justin Jefferson possibly playing against the Bears and Adam Thielen returning to Minnesota after his Panthers trade. Plus, they point out the NFL Top 100 List has zero Bears, share final Week 1 predictions, and discuss key game strategies for each NFC North team.
On this episode of "1st and North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders react to the Micah Parsons trade to the Packers and what it means for the NFC North and NFL. They debate if it's Super Bowl or bust for the Packers and whether Parsons will suit up against the Lions. There's buzz about Justin Jefferson possibly playing against the Bears and Adam Thielen returning to Minnesota after his Panthers trade. Plus, they point out the NFL Top 100 List has zero Bears, share final Week 1 predictions, and discuss key game strategies for each NFC North team.
How to watch Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: TV channel, live stream info, start time
Here's how you can catch the Bears' season opener against the NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings in primetime.
Here's how you can catch the Bears' season opener against the NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings in primetime.
Behind the process Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson needs to clear a 'freak accident'
If Jaylon Johnson is going to get cleared for Monday Night Football, he has a list of demands to check off first to officially return from what he called a “freak accident."
If Jaylon Johnson is going to get cleared for Monday Night Football, he has a list of demands to check off first to officially return from what he called a “freak accident."
Hall of Fame Coach George Raveling, who helped Michael Jordan land Nike deal, dies at 88
George Raveling, the Hall of Fame basketball coach remembered for his trailblazing career on the sidelines and his influence beyond the game, has died at 88.
George Raveling, the Hall of Fame basketball coach remembered for his trailblazing career on the sidelines and his influence beyond the game, has died at 88.
The Swift and Kelce era shows the power of sports and entertainment colliding: Telander
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship isn’t just about romance, it’s a billion-dollar collision of sports and pop culture that’s reshaping how we view both the NFL and celebrity power.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship isn’t just about romance, it’s a billion-dollar collision of sports and pop culture that’s reshaping how we view both the NFL and celebrity power.
No. 6 Notre Dame can't complete rally, falls to No. 10 Miami in a thriller
Notre Dame's young QB showed some moxie, but it wasn't able to keep the Irish from losing their seven consecutive road games against the Hurricanes since 1977.
Notre Dame's young QB showed some moxie, but it wasn't able to keep the Irish from losing their seven consecutive road games against the Hurricanes since 1977.
Chicago Cubs agree to a 1-year contract with first baseman Carlos Santana, AP source says
The Cubs added veteran first baseman Carlos Santana with a one-year contract, according to AP sources.
The Cubs added veteran first baseman Carlos Santana with a one-year contract, according to AP sources.
How a win over Holy Cross was a way Thomas Hammock can teach NIU football to 'Enjoy every one'
Saturday was a lesson in winning for NIU football. Not how to win, exactly. It was a lesson in making sure the Huskies give themselves props for their accomplishments,
Saturday was a lesson in winning for NIU football. Not how to win, exactly. It was a lesson in making sure the Huskies give themselves props for their accomplishments,
Sayin, defense propel No. 3 Ohio State past top-ranked Texas in low-scoring affair
The defending champion Buckeyes topped No. 1 Texas with a stellar defense, as the Longhorns were 1 of 5 on fourth down, including being stopped twice in the red zone.
The defending champion Buckeyes topped No. 1 Texas with a stellar defense, as the Longhorns were 1 of 5 on fourth down, including being stopped twice in the red zone.
Northwestern implodes with 5 turnovers as Tulane outlcasses the 'Cats: What to know
Northwestern turned the ball over five times in the New Orleans heat as the Green Wave made a statement in Week 1.
Northwestern turned the ball over five times in the New Orleans heat as the Green Wave made a statement in Week 1.
Illinois high school football: scores and results from Week 1 on Aug. 29
Friday night lights are back! Here are the scores and results from Week 1 of the 2025 high school football season in Illinois.
Friday night lights are back! Here are the scores and results from Week 1 of the 2025 high school football season in Illinois.
Beatty returns punt for TD, breaks Grange's nearly 102-year-old mark in No. 12 Illini's opening rout
Beatty had four returns for 133 yards to break Grange's mark of 125 set against Nebraska on Oct. 6, 1923. The third-quarter TD return was the Illini’s first since D’Angelo Bailey did it against Ohio State in 2013.
Beatty had four returns for 133 yards to break Grange's mark of 125 set against Nebraska on Oct. 6, 1923. The third-quarter TD return was the Illini’s first since D’Angelo Bailey did it against Ohio State in 2013.
Nike taps Caitlin Clark as its newest signature athlete with exclusive logo
Clark's signature shoe will debut in 2026.
Clark's signature shoe will debut in 2026.
Would a trade for Micah Parsons have made sense for the 2025 Chicago Bears?
Should the Bears have stepped in front of the Packers, who are now Super Bowl contenders, to acquire Micah Parsons? Considering where the Bears are, it's difficult to rationalize.
Should the Bears have stepped in front of the Packers, who are now Super Bowl contenders, to acquire Micah Parsons? Considering where the Bears are, it's difficult to rationalize.
Inside Mount Carmel High School football's trip to face Archbishop Moeller | ChicagoLIVE
We follow Mount Carmel High School's Athletic Director, Phil Segroves, as the team travels to Ohio for a game against Cincinnati's Archbishop Moeller.
We follow Mount Carmel High School's Athletic Director, Phil Segroves, as the team travels to Ohio for a game against Cincinnati's Archbishop Moeller.
Love story: No. 6 Notre Dame's title hopes likely will hinge on the success of its star running back
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love made highlight reels last season by hurdling anything attempting to get in his way. Now he's back for even more at one of college football's most storied programs.
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love made highlight reels last season by hurdling anything attempting to get in his way. Now he's back for even more at one of college football's most storied programs.
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong part of MLB hitters swinging at first pitches at high rate
Pete Crow-Armstrong is ready to go. He's one of the kings of swinging at the first pitch — and they have some company.
Pete Crow-Armstrong is ready to go. He's one of the kings of swinging at the first pitch — and they have some company.
Former Cubs star Kyle Schwarber has 21st 4-homer game in MLB, drives in Phillies-record 9 runs
Kyle Schwarber batted in nine RBIs and recorded 16 total bases on Thursday. The Cubs, in comparison, have three home runs and eight total runs in their last three games.
Kyle Schwarber batted in nine RBIs and recorded 16 total bases on Thursday. The Cubs, in comparison, have three home runs and eight total runs in their last three games.
Olympic silver medalists bring world-class beach volleyball to Chicago
Fresh off their 2024 Olympic silver win, Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson join us to talk about the AVP League Championships at Oak Street Beach and inspire the next generation of athletes.
Fresh off their 2024 Olympic silver win, Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson join us to talk about the AVP League Championships at Oak Street Beach and inspire the next generation of athletes.
How does the new 2026 FIFA World Cup format work?
The FIFA World Cup is set for its biggest change in a generation. For the 2026 tournament, the number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer. Here is what you need to know.
The FIFA World Cup is set for its biggest change in a generation. For the 2026 tournament, the number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer. Here is what you need to know.