Rick Telander

Nowadays, it seems like the business of the sport is more entertaining than games

Standing here on a clear fall day at The 78, in the batter’s box of a pop-up baseball diamond, staring north at downtown Chicago, a fellow is filled with thoughts. No. 1: Where did this place come from?

In Caleb Williams, the Bears finally might have the quarterback they've been seeking for the last 75 years.

More of a traveling circus than a football team, those Bears offered up not only ringleader Mike Ditka but also ‘‘Punky QB’’ Jim McMahon, suave wide receiver Willie Gault, famous running back Walter Payton and beyond-famous William ‘‘The Refrigerator’’ Perry.

MLB playoffs will go on without them, and that’s as it should be.

Take a bow, prime mover Jerry Reinsdorf. You’re historic.

Bears rookie Williams finds out fast that NFL speed is at another level.

As Sox’ historic failure continues, it’s our duty to watch them circle the drain.

Players only have four years in college, and if they do it right and are lucky, they can have a nice nest egg the day they leave campus. If you’re not NFL-caliber and college is your end goal, you should make hay while the NIL light shines.

Examining VP hopeful Walz in football terms, with extra points for any Bears insight.