LA The Sportstown, Big Ten Football
Summary
Jim Rome defends LA sports fans, arguing that USC’s low attendance stems from the team’s lack of success rather than apathy, noting fans flock to winners. He then interviews Dave Wannstedt, who discusses Bill Belichick’s early success at UNC, USC’s potential under Lincoln Riley, and the Chicago Bears’ outlook. The segment concludes with Rome mocking a scammer who impersonated Jerry Rice to defraud victims.
Topics discussed
NHTSA PSA on driving under the influence of marijuana
USC home opener attendance and social media backlash
Jim Rome defends LA sports fans as 'frontrunners'
Humor regarding USC's new plastic beer swords
Fanduel College Football Pick'em promotion
Dave Wannstedt joins show; Bill Belichick's UNC debut
Wannstedt on USC's playoff chances and Gary Patterson hire
Wisconsin vs. Notre Dame preview and Wisconsin's struggles
Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith and defensive coordinator changes
Caleb Williams' physical transformation and Bears offense
Chicago Bears defense analysis and turnover reliance
Aaron Donald's return to Rams and comparison to Jerome Brown
Listener reactions to USC attendance and LA lifestyle jokes
The 'Deja' Jerry Rice impersonator scam story
Dan Bonino show promo on information warfare
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