Spectator Sporting
85 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago -Spectator Sporting is a site where viewers can grasp a deeper perspective about the world of sports. Our examination of various teams and athletes suits the needs of the authentic fan, who values an in-depth viewpoint of the National and Chicago sports scene.We're focused and highly motivated to make Spectator Sporting full of high quality sports analysis for casual and passionate fans.
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Rookie QBs 2021 Season Review
January 27, 2022 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBIntro--------------------------------------------------0:00 Most disappointing rookie 2021 season-------0:48 Pleasant surprise rookie QB---------------------6:44 Which QB is in the most difficult situation?-11:48 Which QB is in the best situation?------------21:51 Overlooked QBs from the 2021 draft class--27:26 Lofty expectations were casted upon this ultra-hyped 2021 QB draft class! However, excitement has turned into concern for many of these QBs, as they prepare for their 2nd season...
Bears Biggest 2022 Off-Season Needs
January 24, 2022 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBIntro------------------------------------------0:00 Something positive about these Bears-0:52 Most disappointing 2022 Bears-------09:07 Bears Biggest 2022 Needs--------------17:16 What is something positive that Bears fans can take from a rough 2021 season? Who was the most disappointing Bear? What are the Chicago Bears weakest positions to fix as they enter the 2022 off-season? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Bears Biggest 2022 Off-Season Needs’ episode #98. Follow Spectator Sp...
Justin Fields Potential – Reviewing His Rookie Season
January 18, 2022 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIntro-------------------------------------------------0:00 Reviewing Justin Fields rookie year-----------1:00 Should Da Bears start a full blown rebuild?-10:00 Justin Fields rookie season in Chicago is history! Is Chicago’s franchise QB drought finally coming to an end? Should Da Bears blow this roster up for a total rebuild? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘Justin Fields Potential – Reviewing His Rookie Season’ episode #97. Follow Spectator Sporting on social media, podcast & the ...
NFL 2022 Playoffs Preview
January 13, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBIntro---------------------------------------------0:00 AFC Championship game predictions----0:58 Overlooked AFC teams---------------------6:33 NFC Championship game predictions--11:36 Overlooked NFC teams--------------------20:20 Super Bowl predictions--------------------23:25 Will any AFC squad stop Kansas City from making it to their 3rd straight Super Bowl? Which NFC team will prevent a Packers vs Buccaneers rematch? What’s going to be the Super Bowl LVI matchup? Spectator Sporting ...
Bears 2021 Mid-Season Report
November 14, 2021 17:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBIntro-------------------------------------------------------------0:00 Bears controversial loss to Steelers-----------------------1:02 Justin Fields – Is there finally a legit QB in Chicago?-11:55 Bears biggest disappointment so far--------------------23:54 Besides Fields, something positive about Da Bears--44:05 Bears vs Ravens prediction-------------------------------49:11 Hope for Justin Fields is on the rise! However, Da Bears have a 3 - 6 record after losing arguably the most cont...
NBA 2021-22 Season Preview
October 09, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBIntro---------------------------------------------0:00 Most interesting teams----------------------1:21 West playoff seed predictions------------10:40 East playoff seed predictions--------------18:41 Western Conference Finals predictions-24:24 Eastern Conference Finals predictions--29:29 NBA Finals predictions---------------------38:14 There’s been plenty of major off-season moves by teams trying to de-throne the world champion Bucks! Who is making the playoffs? Which teams are on the...
Bulls 2021-22 Season Preview
October 02, 2021 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBIntro--------------------------------------------------------0:00 What gets us excited about these Bulls?-------------1:21 Biggest concern about these Bulls-------------------10:40 Bulls players to focus on-------------------------------18:41 Are the Bulls embracing that small ball strategy?-24:24 Will the Bulls make the playoffs?---------------------29:29 How far will Chicago advance in the playoffs?-----38:14 The Bulls got their fan base energized with some major moves this off-seas...
White Sox – Countdown to the 2021 Playoffs!
September 27, 2021 00:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBIntro-----------------------------------------------------------------0:00 What impresses us the most about these White Sox?------1:19 Which player needs to elevate their game in the playoffs?-3:52 The resurgence of Dylan Cease----------------------------------7:48 Which player are you most excited to see in the playoffs?-12:21 Biggest concerns for the White Sox----------------------------16:15 Potential surprise cuts from the playoff roster---------------22:40 How far will Chicago ad...
Scottie Pippen’s Exceptional Legacy
September 14, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MBIntro---------------------------------------------------0:00 Pip unleashed by triangle offense--------------01:08 Pippen’s 1993-94 season------------------------06:45 How was Pip portrayed in ‘The Last Dance’--14:03 Pippen’s Houston & Portland years-----------20:26 Final thoughts on Pippen’s Legacy-------------24:29 Is Scottie Pippen underrated, overrated or rated exactly where he should be? Pippen’s exceptional legacy will be examined in this episode. Follow Spectator Sporting on social ...
NFL Conference Championship Predictions – 2021 Season
September 06, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBIntro-----------------------------------0:00 AFC Championship Predictions-1:07 NFC Championship Predictions-8:00 Super Bowl Predictions----------16:51 7 to 8 NFL squads will not be satisfied with just a payoff appearance! Which teams are going to the conference championship games? Who is going to be grinning from ear to ear while holding that precious Lombardi Trophy at Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘NFL Conference Championship Predictions’ on episo...
NFL 2021 Season Preview – Who’s Making the Playoffs?
September 03, 2021 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIntro---------------------------------------0:00 Very Interesting Teams---------------1:15 NFL Division Winners Predictions--8:35 NFL Wild Card Teams Predictions-14:45 How many NFL teams are going to be pleasant surprises in 2021? Which fan bases will be disappointed with their squad this season? Who is making the playoffs? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘NFL 2021 Season Preview’ episode #90. Follow Spectator Sporting on social media, podcast & the website. Instagram: https://ww...
NFL 2021 Season Preview – Who’s Making the Playoffs?
September 03, 2021 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIntro---------------------------------------0:00 Very Interesting Teams---------------1:15 NFL Division Winners Predictions--8:35 NFL Wild Card Teams Predictions-14:45 How many NFL teams are going to be pleasant surprises in 2021? Which fan bases will be disappointed with their squad this season? Who is making the playoffs? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘NFL 2021 Season Preview’ episode #90. Follow Spectator Sporting on social media, podcast & the website. Instagram: https://ww...
Bears 2021 Season Preview
August 28, 2021 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBDa Bears QB situation-----------------------------0:40 Biggest issues facing Da Bears (Besides QB)-17:17 What gets us excited the most about 2021?-36:28 Bears record & playoff predictions------------46:19 This is the most anticipated rookie season for a player in Chicago, since the Bulls drafted Derrick Rose! Justin Fields has brought plenty of excitement to Chi-Town but first get ready for Andy ‘The Red Rifle’ Dalton! Besides QB, Da Bears have other issues and concerns. However, there a...
Bears 2021 Season Preview
August 28, 2021 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBDa Bears QB situation-----------------------------0:40 Biggest issues facing Da Bears (Besides QB)-17:17 What gets us excited the most about 2021?-36:28 Bears record & playoff predictions------------46:19 This is the most anticipated rookie season for a player in Chicago, since the Bulls drafted Derrick Rose! Justin Fields has brought plenty of excitement to Chi-Town but first get ready for Andy ‘The Red Rifle’ Dalton! Besides QB, Da Bears have other issues and concerns. However, there a...
NFL’s Longest Active Playoff Win Droughts
August 22, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB3rd Longest Drought-------------------------1:03 2nd Longest Drought------------------------6:06 Longest Drought----------------------------14:27 Which team will end their drought 1st?-20:58 One NFL team is in a 20-year playoff win drought! Another squad is currently in a 29-year drought & the longest playoff win drought is 30-years! Spectator Sporting will reminisce on the last time these teams were good & why their droughts continue on episode #88. Follow Spectator Sporting on social...
The Legend Pacquiao Vs The Champ Spence Jr. Preview
August 05, 2021 23:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBHow can PacMan pull off the upset?----1:05 Will Spence Jr. dominate Pacquiao?-----6:05 Who’s winning this fight?-----------------11:58 Another highly ranked welterweight---20:07 A young welterweight on the rise-------22:40 What’s next after Spence Vs PacMan?-23:14 Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is on a mission to become the 2nd oldest boxing champ in history. However, the PacMan must pull off a huge upset over arguably the best welterweight in the world! Errol ‘The Truth’ Spence Jr holds...
NBA 2021 Draft Preview – Top Heavy & Deep Draft Class
July 16, 2021 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBCade Cunningham---------------------0:38 Jalen Green-----------------------------3:45 Jalen Suggs------------------------------7:05 Evan Mobley--------------------------11:06 Teams to Focus on-------------------16:18 More prospects----------------------26:42 Chicago Bulls; no 1st Round pick-35:18 This draft has loads of anticipation to see where college stars Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley and Jalen Suggs will land! In addition, G-League stars Jalen Green and Jonathan Kuminga are pionee...
Wilder’s Mission Impossible; Defeat Tyson Fury!
July 05, 2021 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBIs a Wilder victory impossible?--------0:24 What’s going to happen in this fight?-6:46 Top heavyweight contenders---------11:55 Deontay Wilder shockingly exercised his rematch clause vs Tyson Fury. Is this a mission of self-destruction or will The Bronze Bomber surprise almost everyone in the boxing world with a huge upset? What to expect from Anthony Joshua vs Olesandr Usyk? Spectator Sporting will discuss on Wilder vs Fury 3 Preview episode #85. Follow Spectator Sporting on social med...
NBA Teammates That Should've Stayed Together
June 09, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBLets reminiscence on the best teammates to break up too soon! What could have been, if these star studded teammates remained together? Spectator Sporting will discuss on episode #84. Follow Spectator Sporting on social media, podcast & the website. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spectatorsporting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Adewale_Apata82 Website: www.spectatorsporting.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Pw8VdJ32Gu7TsU8rd6J8N Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/...
Bulls Biggest 2021 Off-Season Needs
May 22, 2021 02:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBZach LaVine’s late season absence------------------0:41 Most disappointing Bull-------------------------------8:34 Which Bull exceeded expectations----------------17:22 What’s the main thing the Bulls must address?-22:32 The Bulls playoff appearance drought continues. New vice president Arturas Karnisovas, general manager Marc Eversley and coach Billy Donovan must come up with a strategy to improve this squad! What is the main thing the Bulls must do this off-season? Spectator Sporting w...
NBA 2021 Playoffs Preview & Predictions
May 19, 2021 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.9 MBMost interesting 1st round matchups--------0:41 Eastern Conf. Championship predictions--11:34 Western Conf. Championship predictions-23:08 NBA Finals predictions------------------------32:24 What’s the most intriguing 1st round matchup? Can a team in the East stop the Nets from advancing to the NBA Finals? Will a team in the West eliminate the Lakers? Spectator Sporting got the answers on ‘NBA 2021 Playoffs Preview and Predictions’ episode #82. Follow Spectator Sporting on social m...
Bears 2021 Draft Class
May 06, 2021 21:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBJustin Fields----------------0:26 Teven Jenkins-------------10:04 Larry Borom---------------18:54 Khalil Herbert-------------20:15 Dazz Newsome-----------22:48 Thomas Graham Jr.------24:41 Khyiris Tonga--------------25:51 Bears 2021 draft grade-28:37 Ryan Pace never cease to surprise Bears fans with his ultra-aggressive moves during the NFL draft! Justin Fields is on a mission to be the best Bears QB since Sid Luckman. Teven Jenkins is a beast at right tackle! Will Bears try to move ...
NFL 2021 QB Rookie Class Outlook
May 05, 2021 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBBears trade up for Justin Fields----0:54 49ers select Trey Lance--------------7:28 Mac Jones to New England--------16:09 Zach Wilson to the Jets-------------22:39 Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville--30:45 Other QBs in the 2021 Draft-------37:51 The Chicago Bears shocked the football world by trading up for Justin Fields! San Francisco pulled a surprise move & selected Trey Lance. Will Zach Wilson succeed in his huge transition from Utah to New York? Seems like Mac Jones landed in the per...
Bears 2021 Draft Preview
April 23, 2021 23:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBWhat should Da Bears do with the #20 overall pick?-0:49 What should Da Bears do with their 2nd Rd pick?---12:09 What should Chicago do with their 3rd Rd pick?-----23:03 Chicago got a 5th round & four 6th round picks------37:40 Will Ryan Pace patiently wait for a top-notch prospect to fall to him at the #20 spot? Or will he do his most favorite thing & trade a bunch of picks to move up for his guy? Da Bears will also have some decent options in the 2nd & 3rd round. Should Chicago select a...
NFL 2021 Draft Preview – Defensive Backs
April 18, 2021 03:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBCornerback class of 2021--0:43 Safety class of 2021--------16:48 The cornerback class is the deepest defensive position in the 2021 draft! There is also quite a few safeties that’s looking to exceed expectations & make a strong impact on the next level. Spectator Sporting will discuss the top defensive backs in the 2021 NFL Draft on episode #77. Follow Spectator Sporting on social media, podcast & the website. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spectatorsporting/ Twitter: https://twi...
NFL 2021 Draft Preview – Defense Front 7
April 16, 2021 02:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBDefensive Tackle class of 2021--0:41 Edge Rusher class of 2021--------8:09 Linebacker class of 2021--------20:16 Plenty of squads need some young blood to mix it up in the front 7! Who’s the top defensive tackles, edge rushers & linebackers in this class of 2021? Which teams need DTs, DEs and/or LBs the most? Spectator Sporting will discuss on ‘NFL 2021 Draft Preview – Defense Front 7’ episode #76. Follow Spectator Sporting on social media, podcast & the website. Instagram: https://ww...
NFL Draft 2021 Preview – Offense (Besides QB)
April 11, 2021 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBWR class of 2021----0:53 RB class of 2021----13:21 TE class of 2021----20:52 OL class of 2021----28:18 Every great QB needs some nice offensive weapons & especially a respectable offensive line. It’s time to rank the Wide Receivers, running backs, tight ends & offensive lineman in this draft. Which squad needs WRs, RBs, TEs and/or OL the most? Spectator Sporting will discuss on ‘NFL Draft 2021 Preview – Offense (Besides QB)’ episode 75. Follow Spectator Sporting on social media, podca...
NFL 2021 Draft Preview – QBs
April 08, 2021 23:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBIs Zach Wilson better than Justin Fields?----------------0:58 Should Trey Lance be rated higher than Mac Jones?-14:29 Should we believe the Trevor Lawrence hype?--------22:45 Which QBs are being slept on?---------------------------29:42 How good or bad is this QB class?-----------------------34:37 Is Zach Wilson clearly a better prospect than Justin Fields? Does Trey Lance have the untapped potential to become a star? Is Mac Jones underrated? Will Trevor Lawrence be as good as advertise...
Nikola Vucevic’s Impact on the Bulls
March 29, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThe epic Vooch trade & other trade deadline moves-1:01 How to fix Da Bulls PG position?-------------------------9:11 Will Da Bulls make the playoffs?------------------------13:50 Which Bull needs to step up their game?--------------20:58 All-Star center Nikola ‘Vooch’ Vucevic is now a Bull! Chicago is seemingly on their way to relevancy in the NBA. What other positions do Da Bulls need to upgrade? Will the Chicago Bulls finally make the playoffs? Spectator Sporting will discuss on ‘Nikol...
White Sox Season Preview 2021
March 15, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat’s the White Sox biggest concern?------------1:07 What gets us excited the most about these Sox?-4:10 Which player needs to elevate their game?-------8:50 White Sox top prospects----------------------------12:25 Will the Sox win the division title?-----------------14:41 How far will the Sox go in the playoffs?-----------17:57 Expectations for the White Sox has not been this high in well over a decade! General Manager Rick Hahn has made some power moves this off-season. However, the...
White Sox Season Preview 2021
March 15, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat’s the White Sox biggest concern?------------1:07 What gets us excited the most about these Sox?-4:10 Which player needs to elevate their game?-------8:50 White Sox top prospects----------------------------12:25 Will the Sox win the division title?-----------------14:41 How far will the Sox go in the playoffs?-----------17:57 Expectations for the White Sox has not been this high in well over a decade! General Manager Rick Hahn has made some power moves this off-season. However, the...
NBA Mid-Season Report 2020-21
March 10, 2021 02:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBMost Disappointing Team?---------------------------0:58 Which team was the biggest pleasant surprise-10:58 Which team in the west can stop the Lakers----20:27 Which team in the east can stop the Nets-------30:17 NBA Finals predictions-----------------------------37:23 The 1st half of the season has been full of surprises & disappointments. Will the teams that have exceeded expectations keep up their excellent play? Will the underperforming squads turn their season’s around? Does anyone ...
Bulls Mid-Season Report 2020-21
March 06, 2021 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBWhat needs to improvement?----------------------------1:13 Zach LaVine’s rise to superstardom-------------------12:53 What has been impressive about these Bulls?-------20:40 Should Da Bulls make a trade before the deadline?-21:23 Will Da Bulls make the playoffs?------------------------26:09 Are we good with Coby White at point guard?-------40:40 The Bulls have made some strides while under new management & new head coach Billy Donovan. However, Chicago must figure out how to improve ...
NBA’s Top 3 – 90’s Teams with No Ring
February 15, 2021 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB3rd Best Team---------01:35 2nd Best Team --------09:32 Best Team--------------16:04 Honorable Mentions-22:05 Many top-notch squads in the 1990’s were unable to clinch a NBA title. The Sonics, Knicks, Suns, Jazz, Magic, Pacers, Blazers, etc… All had great teams only to be stopped by Hakeem’s Rockets or Jordan’s Bulls. So which teams in the 90’s without a ring, should be ranked in the top 3? Spectator Sporting, along with guest Bird will reveal their list! Follow Spectator Sporting on socia...
NBA’s Longest Active Playoff Series Win Droughts
February 14, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBTwo NBA teams are currently in a 16-year playoff series win drought & 1 squad is in an 18-year drought! Spectator Sporting will reminisce on the last time these teams were good & why their droughts continue on episode #50. 3rd Longest Drought----------------------00:43 2nd Longest Drought---------------------04:58 Longest Drought---------------------------09:42 Which team has the brightest future?-17:39 Follow Spectator Sporting on social media. Instagram: https://www.instag...