The Jim Rome Show HR - Big Ten Network and former College Head Coach Biff Poggi joins the show Then longtime NFL writer and insider Charles Robinson joins the show to preview Week in the NFL starting with the Chicago Bears and New England Patriots tonight Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices com adchoices [... more]

Former North Carolina Governor Jim Hunt has passed away at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of education reform and biotech development. The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has gained full federal recognition, extending benefits and services to its members. Meanwhile, a legal battle between Governor Josh Stein and the North Carolina Legislature over appointment authority to the State Board of Elections continues, with oral arguments set for late January. [... more]

Caleb Williams leads the Chicago Bears in their season opener against the Minnesota Vikings, while JJ McCarthy makes his debut for the Vikings. Meanwhile, Biff Pogie, the interim coach of the Michigan Wolverines, has been making headlines for his questionable fashion choices, wearing cutoff sleeves on the sidelines. In college football, several teams have made impressive starts, including the South Florida Bulls, who have gone undefeated in the polls and are now ranked number 18. However, others, such as Clemson, have struggled, with Cade Klubnik looking like he's taken two steps back as a quarterback. The Bears and Vikings game is currently underway, with the Bears up 7-0 in the first quarter. [... more]