Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports as they break down the day’s biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, lively discussion and caller interaction, the show offers Chicago fans an informed perspective on everything happening in the city’s sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app.
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Signup to Generate a PitchLeila Rahimi and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports as they break down the day’s biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation, from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more.
Recent episodes include "What impact will Montez Sweat have for the Bears in his return from PED suspension? (Hour 1)" (28 October 2026, 36 minutes), "Bears were reportedly in on DeForest Buckner before Colts traded him to 49ers" (28 October 2026, 14 minutes), and "Montez Sweat spoke publicly for first time since his 2-game suspension" (28 October 2026, 14 minutes).
Rahimi & Grote Show publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 32 minutes.
Booking probability for Rahimi & Grote Show is 38%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Rahimi & Grote Show requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Rahimi & Grote Show's contact route on record: verified email.
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Rahimi & Grote Show
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by reacting to Bears defensive end Montez Sweat’s comments Tuesday about his recent two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s policy on using performance-enhancing...
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote reacted to the Colts trading defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the 49ers and discussed how the Bears had interest in him before that deal was finalized.
Rahimi & Grote Show
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote reacted to Bears defensive end Montez Sweat’s comments Tuesday about his recent two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s policy on using performance-enhancing substances.
Rahimi & Grote Show
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by discussing if Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is being overlooked as an MVP candidate. And if he isn't in the conversation now, what's it going to take for him to get...
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Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed what Bears quarterback Caleb Williams needs to do to really get his name in the MVP conversation.
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Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer took stock of the Bears as Week 7 in the NFL is winding down. Also, what should the Bears add at the trade deadline to improve their chances of winning a championship?
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Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer opened their show by discussing how the Bears will handle losing tight end Cole Kmet to a season-ending knee injury. After that, they discussed if undrafted rookie tight end Hayden Large can...
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In the second hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Score football analyst Anthony Herron to discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ refinement of his talents and the state of the NFC North. He also...
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In the third hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, WGN reporter Kaitlin Sharkey joined the show to discuss the state of the Bears as they sit at 5-2...
In the final hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed if we’re in the “worry-free” zone with Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. After that, they discussed how active the Bears could and should be in adding to their...
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Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.
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Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed how active the Bears could and should be in adding to their roster at the NFL trade deadline.
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Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer wondered what we’d be talking about this week if the Bears had lost to the Patriots last Thursday.
Rahimi & Grote Show
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.
Rahimi & Grote Show
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Score football analyst Anthony Herron to discuss the Bears losing tight end Cole Kmet to a season-ending knee injury.
Rahimi & Grote Show
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Score football analyst Anthony Herron to discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ refinement of his talents and the state of the NFC North.
Rahimi & Grote Show
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer examined the state of the NFC North as Week 7 in the NFL winds down.
Rahimi & Grote Show
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer reacted to the Bears losing tight end Cole Kmet to a season-ending knee injury and discussed if undrafted rookie tight end Hayden Large can help fill Kmet’s void.
On a new episode of Inside The North, host David Haugh and expert analysts Dave Wannstedt, T.J. Lang, Mason Crosby and Chad Greenway discussed the NFC North outlook as Week 7 is upon us. The guys started by discussing...
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In the Best of the Bears, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Haugh & Payton Show to share his observations from Chicago's 30-24 win against New England on Thursday; David Haugh and Jarrett Payton discussed...
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