James Neveau
@jamesneveau.bsky.social
NBC Chicago digital news guy. Lots of Cubs, Arsenal and college football posts incoming.
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James Neveau
@jamesneveau.bsky.social
· Aug 27
Juat wanted to let everyone know Frank and I will no longer be producing episodes of Home Runs and Handshakes. While we won't get into the reasons why at this time, we want to express our appreciation for all the support Cubs fans have given the show.
I look forward to hearing the podcast's tribute to the final edition of the LA Bowl. I'll pour out a Four Loko in its memory.
NEW POD - If you saw another podcast episode title, no you didn’t. We preview Army/Navy, Celebration Bowl, FCS Playoffs, D2, D3 and about 10 Bowls including the BUCKED UP LA BOWL HOSTED BY GRONK this weekend.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
I look forward to hearing the podcast's tribute to the final edition of the LA Bowl. I'll pour out a Four Loko in its memory.
My legitimate thought: enough with the "we tried" nonsense that you're leaking to reporters. Either get deals done or just admit that the goal is 81-81 and maximum profit.
The Cubs Reportedly Met with Pete Alonso Before He Signed with the Orioles, and I Have Thoughts
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December 11, 2025 at 12:43 AM
My legitimate thought: enough with the "we tried" nonsense that you're leaking to reporters. Either get deals done or just admit that the goal is 81-81 and maximum profit.
Darn it. Sorry, wallet. You're about to get lighter.
Railfans rejoice! Why should CTA corner the market on local train schwag? Metra just opened a new online merchandise store! 🚉 🎁 🙂
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Metra Merch- Official Online Merchandise Store
Metra branded gifts for railfans of all ages and all of Chicagoland!
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December 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Darn it. Sorry, wallet. You're about to get lighter.
John also gave me the chance to rave about the beauty of MAC football, which I deeply appreciated! Thanks for the invite!
Met up with the GREAT @jamesneveau.bsky.social to talk Big Ten Championship Shenanigans, the college football playoffs, the future of bowl games, etc.
It was fun!
Give it a listen:
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It was fun!
Give it a listen:
open.spotify.com/episode/3Dj2...
Big Ten Championship Review: Indiana is the Champion, Notre Dame Gets Held Out, and Bowl Season Gets Underway
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December 10, 2025 at 4:28 PM
John also gave me the chance to rave about the beauty of MAC football, which I deeply appreciated! Thanks for the invite!
I would love to see McGuire win, but I feel like the award should just be given to Cignetti until further notice. One of the best coaching jobs of all time.
Here are the 12 finalists for the 2025 Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award, who you got?
December 9, 2025 at 5:29 PM
I would love to see McGuire win, but I feel like the award should just be given to Cignetti until further notice. One of the best coaching jobs of all time.
That was a terrible, terrible throw by Caleb. That play call worked. The quarterback didn't.
December 8, 2025 at 12:23 AM
That was a terrible, terrible throw by Caleb. That play call worked. The quarterback didn't.
Every single one of those guys who missed that tackle on Jacobs should have to run laps after the game. Good grief.
December 8, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Every single one of those guys who missed that tackle on Jacobs should have to run laps after the game. Good grief.
The Bears can either just do a regular pass rush and get zero pressure, or blitz and get absolutely torched by Jordan Love. Don't particularly enjoy either of those options.
December 7, 2025 at 11:27 PM
The Bears can either just do a regular pass rush and get zero pressure, or blitz and get absolutely torched by Jordan Love. Don't particularly enjoy either of those options.
So is it advisable for three Bears players to be guarding grass? Just out of curiosity?
December 7, 2025 at 10:43 PM
So is it advisable for three Bears players to be guarding grass? Just out of curiosity?
The Bears had a three-man rush and still completely screwed up their secondary coverage. Great work all around.
December 7, 2025 at 10:41 PM
The Bears had a three-man rush and still completely screwed up their secondary coverage. Great work all around.
20 yards of offense in a quarter seems bad. Relying on this defense to continue being this good is also bad. I would like to see some things change in the second quarter, please.
December 7, 2025 at 10:03 PM
20 yards of offense in a quarter seems bad. Relying on this defense to continue being this good is also bad. I would like to see some things change in the second quarter, please.
That ball should absolutely be Green Bay's. Loveland coughed it up and Green Bay's defender was touched while he was on the field.
December 7, 2025 at 9:40 PM
That ball should absolutely be Green Bay's. Loveland coughed it up and Green Bay's defender was touched while he was on the field.
Did I decide it would be fun to watch the Bears game in my garage so that I could experience a bit of cold? I sure did. Bear freaking down.
December 7, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Did I decide it would be fun to watch the Bears game in my garage so that I could experience a bit of cold? I sure did. Bear freaking down.
In contrast, a GREAT day for Illinois schools, as Illinois State, North Central and Wheaton all won today.
Congratulations to the College of DuPage for wining the NJCAA DIII title by defeating the North Dakota State College of Science...
It's been a bad day for teams from North Dakota!
It's been a bad day for teams from North Dakota!
December 6, 2025 at 9:57 PM
In contrast, a GREAT day for Illinois schools, as Illinois State, North Central and Wheaton all won today.
The only thing bothering me about this Abilene Christian-Stephen F. Austin game is that all the fans are in short sleeve shirts and it's sunny. How dare you jerks have better weather than what I'm dealing with.
December 6, 2025 at 9:53 PM
The only thing bothering me about this Abilene Christian-Stephen F. Austin game is that all the fans are in short sleeve shirts and it's sunny. How dare you jerks have better weather than what I'm dealing with.
The Illinois State Redbirds snap North Dakota State's 16-game winning streak and dethrone the champs at the Fargo Dome!
December 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The Illinois State Redbirds snap North Dakota State's 16-game winning streak and dethrone the champs at the Fargo Dome!
THE REDBIRDS CONVERT THE 2 POINT CONVERSION AND LEAD!
TOUCHDOWN ILLINOIS STATE!!!
1:00 LEFT IN THE GAME
1:00 LEFT IN THE GAME
4TH AND GOAL. REDBIRDS TRYING TO TIE
December 6, 2025 at 9:06 PM
THE REDBIRDS CONVERT THE 2 POINT CONVERSION AND LEAD!
HOLY MOLY ILLINOIS STATE FORCES A FUMBLE AND HAVE THE BALL IN THE RED ZONE! INSANITY IN FARGO!
December 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
HOLY MOLY ILLINOIS STATE FORCES A FUMBLE AND HAVE THE BALL IN THE RED ZONE! INSANITY IN FARGO!
Illinois State hanging tough against North Dakota State. Down one score late in the fourth quarter. Tune into ESPN Plus if you're into drama and fun.
December 6, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Illinois State hanging tough against North Dakota State. Down one score late in the fourth quarter. Tune into ESPN Plus if you're into drama and fun.
Congrats to longtime (for about a month) Broncos fan @itguy88.bsky.social .
THE KINGS OF THE MAC!!
WESTERN MICHIGAN!!!
GO CRAZY KALAMAZOO
WESTERN MICHIGAN!!!
GO CRAZY KALAMAZOO
December 6, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Congrats to longtime (for about a month) Broncos fan @itguy88.bsky.social .
Texas Tech is going to be a problem for whatever teams are unlucky enough to face them in the CFP. That defense has got to be a bear to gameplan against.
December 6, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Texas Tech is going to be a problem for whatever teams are unlucky enough to face them in the CFP. That defense has got to be a bear to gameplan against.
If you're thirsting for more potential upsets, Illinois State has turned the momentum in their game against No. 1-seed North Dakota State in the Fargo Dome. 21-14 Bison in the third quarter, Redbirds with the ball.
December 6, 2025 at 7:59 PM
If you're thirsting for more potential upsets, Illinois State has turned the momentum in their game against No. 1-seed North Dakota State in the Fargo Dome. 21-14 Bison in the third quarter, Redbirds with the ball.
JCU STANDS TALL AT THE 5 YARD LINE AND WINS! The No. 1 seed in Division III goes down.
And their kicker just nailed a much longer field goal to take the lead. Football is hilarious.
If you’re not watching the John Carroll vs Mount Union D3 third round game, what are you doing?
It’s 7-7 in the 2nd OT, and JCU just missed an 18 yard FG that would’ve won the game
It’s 7-7 in the 2nd OT, and JCU just missed an 18 yard FG that would’ve won the game
December 6, 2025 at 7:57 PM
JCU STANDS TALL AT THE 5 YARD LINE AND WINS! The No. 1 seed in Division III goes down.
And their kicker just nailed a much longer field goal to take the lead. Football is hilarious.
If you’re not watching the John Carroll vs Mount Union D3 third round game, what are you doing?
It’s 7-7 in the 2nd OT, and JCU just missed an 18 yard FG that would’ve won the game
It’s 7-7 in the 2nd OT, and JCU just missed an 18 yard FG that would’ve won the game
December 6, 2025 at 7:48 PM
And their kicker just nailed a much longer field goal to take the lead. Football is hilarious.
John Carroll had an 18-yard field goal to upset No. 1 Mount Union. Their kicker doinked it off the upright, and we're headed to double OT. Division III football remains better than any roller coaster.
OH NO! DISASTER!!!!
December 6, 2025 at 7:45 PM
John Carroll had an 18-yard field goal to upset No. 1 Mount Union. Their kicker doinked it off the upright, and we're headed to double OT. Division III football remains better than any roller coaster.