In the second hour, Anthony Herron reacted to NFL analyst Merril Hoge's recent criticism of USC quarterback Caleb Williams and his comments on Bears quarterback Justin Fields. After that, Ben Verlander of Fox Sports joined the show to break down the Cubs bringing back star outfielder Cody Bellinger on a three-year, $80-million deal. Later, Big Ant discussed how Bellinger remaining with the Cubs will affect the NL Central race.