
The Full Go with Jason Goff
The Ringer
Chicagoland’s own Jason Goff teamed up with The Ringer to put his unique spin on the Windy City sports scene. Featuring insight and analysis, interviews with friends and people who matter in town, and reaction from you, the listener, it’s your new home for all things Chi.
Location:
United States
Networks:
The Ringer
Description:
Chicagoland’s own Jason Goff teamed up with The Ringer to put his unique spin on the Windy City sports scene. Featuring insight and analysis, interviews with friends and people who matter in town, and reaction from you, the listener, it’s your new home for all things Chi.
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.theringer.com
Episodes
“This Is Our Guy" With Joe Thomas | Ep. 576
12/13/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes former All-Pro Joe Thomas to the podcast! The two chat about Shedeur Sanders, how the Bears should handle expectations for Caleb Williams, and the state of offensive line play around the league. They also preview Bears-Browns. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guests: Joe Thomas Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:31:10
“Wrigley Field Winter” with Joe Cowley | Ep. 575
12/11/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes the Sun-Times’ Joe Cowley to discuss recent report about Coby White garnering trade interest. They also talk about how the Bulls are covered softly, why Arturas Karnisovas has a long leash, and the front office’s inability to pivot. The two also chat about the state of media and why the Bulls are dead on arrival.Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guests:Joe Cowley Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:11:38
“What’s Real and What’s Not?" With Courtney Cronin | Ep. 574
12/9/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes ESPN’s Courtney Cronin! The two talk about the Bulls resetting expectations, the least-discussed issue on the Bears, and the lack of chemistry between DJ Moore and Caleb Williams. Next, Jason gives his thoughts on the Bears and why he’s concerned about the interior of the Bears offensive line before talking about the White Sox getting the no. 1 pick. He chats with producer Kyle from Orlando about the sentiment surrounding the White Sox at the winter meetings. To wrap, Jason discusses why the Bulls front office needs a shakeup, and how the team is reverting to the mean. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Voicemail line: 708-550-3781.Host: Jason Goff Guests: Courtney Cronin Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:19:18
You Say You Want to Be Competitive … and Yet?” With Ben Solak and Joel Lorenzi | Ep. 573
12/5/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes old friend Ben Solak from ESPN! The two chat about the differences between Ben Johnson as a head coach and Johnson during his time in Detroit, Ben's feelings about the Bears, and why he’s enjoyed watching the team play. Then, the two chat about Matthew Stafford playing his way into a different tier of all-time quarterbacks and how being a dad has affected Ben’s job. Next, Jason welcomes The Athletic’s Joel Lorenzi for his first time on the show! The two chat about the Bulls’ mediocrity, what has stood out to Joel about how the Bulls operate, and where the issues start for the franchise (37:07).Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason GoffGuests: Ben Solak and Joel LorenziProducer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:21:23
“A Slow-Drip Failure” With Kevin Fishbain | Ep. 572
12/2/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain to the podcast! The two talk about the mediocrity in the NFL, what changed about the Bears’ run game, and how the defense is thriving despite key injuries. They also discuss whether Caleb and the offense can turn it around and the job Ben Johnson has done steering the ship. Next, Jason dissects the Bulls’ recent low point. He gives his assessment of the team and why they’re the same-old Bulls, where the issues start, and why everyone in the organization should be on notice (44:27) The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Kevin Fishbain Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:29:03
“Freshen Up … Company’s Coming Over” | Ep. 571
11/24/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes Herb Howard from The Bigs to the pod! The two talk about why the Bears are what an ascending product should look like, the impact of Al Harris on the defensive backs, and the maturation of Caleb Williams. They also dig into Nahshon Wright’s breakout season, improved offensive line play, and key areas to focus on down the stretch of the season. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Herb Howard Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:03:11
“The QB Episode” With Steven Ruiz | Ep. 569
11/21/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz to the podcast! The two chat about misconceptions about Caleb Williams’s game, Bears fans getting used to good quarterback play, and how quarterbacks are judged and dissected. They also discuss Geno Smith’s poor season and the resurrection of respect for Dak Prescott. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Steven Ruiz Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:43:37
“You Ain’t A Unique Hater” With Alex Brown | Ep. 570
11/21/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes no. 96 Alex Brown to the podcast. The two talk about how a defense prepares for a team when they don’t know who the starting QB is, why Bears fans should be celebrating the close wins, and the impact of the Bears missing all three linebackers. Next, they discuss why the pass rush needs to show up and reminisce about the ‘06 team. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Alex Brown Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:08:40
“A Whole Lot of Mid” | Ep. 568
11/19/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason explains why it’s ridiculous to downplay the Bears’ winning ways and surveys the NFL landscape. Next, he talks about the Bulls cooling down after a hot start. He discusses why Ayo Dosunmu is the barometer for the Bulls, whether this team can compete in the East, and the future outlook for this core. To wrap, Jason gives his thoughts on the NBA’s injury problem and why it’ll be an issue for the league going forward.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason GoffProducer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:16:48
“Time To Set the New Standard” | Ep. 567
11/15/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason begins the pod by assessing where the Bears sit in the NFC North, why they can set a new standard on Sunday, and discussing if Austin Booker can be an X-Factor. Next, Jason welcomes producer Kyle to the show to discuss what he heard from the GM meetings. The two talk about the Cubs’ needs, the White Sox’ plans, and the potential of a labor strike after the 2026 season. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:55:05
“It’s OK to Feel Like You Got One of Them” With Alex Brown and Tate Frazier | Ep. 565
11/13/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes no. 96 Alex Brown to the podcast! The two chat about why Caleb Williams is proving he’s the real deal, the offense’s struggles against the Giants, and why Luther Burden III needs more touches. Next, the two talk about the challenges of guarding a running quarterback, and why the offense will take another step once the running game gets going. Next, Jason welcomes Tate Frazier to the pod! The two talk about the community that sports create, the dynamic freshman class, and if Illinois is a legitimate contender. They also discuss if the cool factor is coming back to college basketball.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guests: Alex Brown and Tate Frazier Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:35:15
“The Eternal Optimist” With Dan Devine and Diante Lee | Ep. 565
11/7/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes Dan Devine from Yahoo Sports! The two dig into the Bulls’ hot start, whether or not to buy the Josh Giddey ascension, and where Matas Buzelis will have to trim the fat from his game. Next, the two chat about recent NBA trends and whether they're sustainable. Next, Jason welcomes The Ringer’s Diante Lee to the podcast to chat about the NFL trade deadline. The two get into what the Sauce Gardner trade means for Daniel Jones, the mid in the NFL, and the underperforming 2026 QB class. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guests: Dan Devine and Diante Lee Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:10:25
“A Broken Bike” With Alex Brown | Ep. 564
11/5/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes no. 96 Alex Brown to the podcast. The two talk about Jason’s wild day and its various twists and turns before getting into some Bears talk. The two chat about why Jason enjoyed the mess of Sunday’s Bears game, the rising confidence in Caleb Williams in big moments, and Rome Odunze’s dad’s activity on X. Then the two discuss why they agreed with Ryan Poles’s pragmatic approach at the trade deadline. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Alex Brown Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:25:44
“Is It Wyler’s? Or Kool-Aid?” With Vincent Goodwill | Ep. 563
10/31/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes ESPN’s Vincent Goodwill to the podcast! The two chat about the recent gambling scandal in the NBA and whether change will come following its aftermath, before digging into some basketball talk. They discuss the rapid ascension of Victor Wembanyama, monitor some early-season eruptions, and contextualize the Bulls’ hot start. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Vincent Goodwill Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:50:35
“Shout-Out to the Cristal Days” With Alex Brown | Ep. 563
10/29/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes no. 96 Alex Brown to the podcast! The two chat about Alex’s life on the road and tell some room service stories. Next, the two break down the Bears’ loss to the Ravens on Sunday, the outrage over the loss, and why Jason doesn’t think Caleb Williams will be a transcendent player. They also dig into the regression of the Bears defense and whether Sunday’s game will have any implications for the team’s activity at the trade deadline. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Alex Brown Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:29:54
“If I Had His Hand I’d Cut Mine Off” with Alex Brown| Ep. 561
10/24/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason no. 96 Alex Brown to the podcast! The two chat about the importance of the Bears handling success well, why the Caleb Williams hate has been overblown, and what athletes are taught about when it comes to gambiling.Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Alex Brown Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:54:17
“Bring the ’90s back!” With Kevin Fishbain | Ep. 560
10/22/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain to the podcast! The two reminisce about the ’90s and the return of the NBA, the excitement for a new season, and what it means to have the NBA back on NBC. Then, the two chat about the Bears! They dig into facing a hungry Ravens team, what has spurred the Bears’ defense over the past couple of weeks, and why Jason doesn’t think Caleb is playing that bad. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Voicemail line: 708-550-3781.Host: Jason GoffGuest: Kevin FishbainProducer: Kyle William Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:59:56
“Pass the Cup Around for Cubs Fans” With Sahadev Sharma | Ep. 559
10/17/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma to the podcast! The two talk about relationship building in sports and how that’s evolved over their time in the industry before digging into a Cubs postmortem (1:55). They discuss why the Cubs don’t act like a big-market team, whether they need to get more velocity in their starting rotation, and the likelihood of a Kyle Tucker reunion (20:27). Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:53:34
“Identifying A$$” With Alex Brown | Ep. 558
10/14/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason is joined by no. 96, Alex Brown. The two chat about Tua Tagovailoa going scorched earth on the Dolphins, why the Bears’ win over the Commanders should be known as the Ben Johnson Game, Daniel Jones cementing himself as the Colts’ starting quarterback, and where the Bears have room for improvement. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Alex Brown Producer: Kyle Williams and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:02:00:05
“Hoodlums and Hillbillies” with Alex Brown| Ep. 557
10/9/2025
The Full Go returns as Jason is joined by no.96 Alex Brown. The two chat about the state of the Bears coming off the bye week, Tyrique Stevenson’s revenge game, and how the team will benefit from getting back T.J. Edwards and Kyler Gordon. The two also run through the NFL slate and give you their picks for this week of games. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: 708-550-3781. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Alex Brown Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:50:48