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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 44 MIN

Hour 2 - Bears Stadium Debate, Jay Paterno on NIL, and Michael Jackson Detours

from The Chris Russell Show

The hour opens with Chris Russell explaining why the Bears’ proposed stadium move makes practical sense before opening the phone lines and debating the topic with listeners. From there, Jay Paterno joins the show to discuss NIL, revenue pressures, and the long-term financial sustainability of college athletics, giving a candid look at how the economics of college sports are changing. The conversation takes a lighter turn with a discussion of Michael Jackson-inspired dance moves, and then circles back to sports and money through an unexpected detour.

The hour opens with Chris Russell explaining why the Bears’ proposed stadium move makes practical sense before opening the phone lines and debating the topic with listeners. From there, Jay Paterno joins the show to discuss NIL, revenue pressures, and the long-term financial sustainability of college athletics, giving a candid look at how the economics of college sports are changing. The conversation takes a lighter turn with a discussion of Michael Jackson-inspired dance moves, and then circles back to sports and money through an unexpected detour.

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