Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Radio Brief: NFL informs Bears they are in fact allowed to convert third downs

Lovie Smith is shocked to learn there are no rules preventing his team from converting a third down.

Quade named Cubs interim manager for two more years

The Cubs today signed Mike Quade to a two-year contract to extend his stint as interim manager. Included in the deal is a club option for a third season.

Girardi saddened by missed Cubs opportunity, will have to continue being a winner instead

With his current team battling in the ALCS, Yankees manager Joe Girardi took a moment to reflect on what could have been, had Mike Quade not stolen his coveted position as manager of the Cubs.

Sandberg and Quade to meet in MMA bout to determine next Cubs manager

The Cubs today announced they would decide their next manager based the results of a mixed-martial arts bout between Ryne Sandberg and Mike Quade, the two favorites to land the job.

Cutler institutes 20-step drop to buy more time in his return

When Jay Cutler returns to the field Sunday he'll be using a rare 20-step drop he hopes will enable him to last the entire game without getting his brains bashed in.

Blackhawks player cut due to relationship with local female sportscaster

The already-depleted Blackhawks now need to replace defenseman Nick Boynton who was cut today for reportedly dating a female Comcast SportsNet reporter.

Act fast on this deal: The Heckler’s Bears-Vikings MNF trip, sponsored by Miller Lite

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