Ego Chall: A Call of Duty Esports Podcast

On this special holiday non-episode, Preston Byers breaks down why he believes the Call of Duty League (CDL) has failed its fans in its four years of existence.

On the 100th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Call of Duty League (CDL) matches from the most recent weekend, including the Miami Heretics, Atlanta FaZe, and New York Subliners at the top of the league with undefeated the records. The guys also give their thoughts on the tier lists/power rankings before the holiday break.

On the 99th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Call of Duty League (CDL)'s decision to return to YouTube exclusivity and the effect it appears to be having on CoD co-streamers such as Scump and ZooMaa's The Flank. The guys also break down each match from the first week of CDL matches and give their predictions on the second week.

On the 98th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the recent gentlemen's agreement (GA) to ban snaking in the Call of Duty League, Brice and Tunn announcing they will not be on the CDL broadcast this year, and the Minnesota RØKKR partnering with G2 Esports. The guys also give their predictions for the matches of the CDL's first week and end-of-season...

On the 97th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the validity of and drama surrounding gentlemen's agreements (GAs), their CDL personal power rankings and tier lists, and the Los Angeles Guerrillas finally announcing its CoD roster.

On the 96th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the release of the 2024 Call of Duty League (CDL) ruleset, including the maps, restricted weapons, and equipment, as well as the Toronto Ultra's Scrap starting drama with multiple members of the CoD community.

On the 95th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the launch of Modern Warfare 3 (MW3), the Los Angeles Guerrillas' drama-filled reported roster signing process, the Las Vegas Legion's CDL roster announcement (featuring AI), Havok and Neptune stepping away from competitive Call of Duty, and more.

On the 94th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the 2024 Call of Duty League (CDL) season's schedule, which was released last week, including the number of Majors, online matches, and the absence of a Pro-Am tournament. The guys also discussed some CoD roster rumors and reports regarding the Carolina Royal Ravens, Las Vegas Legion, and Challengers teams...

On the 93rd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss their final thoughts on the MW3 beta, rumors about Call of Duty League (CDL) and CoD Challengers rosters, the Seattle Surge finalizing its lineup and coach, the CDL not announcing any 2024 season details for four months, and much more.

On the 92nd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) beta that was exclusive to PlayStation 5 (PS5) players, including the maps, modes, and weapons. The guys also broke down the Carolina Royal Ravens' signing of new general manager and head coach Saintt, as well as the Ravens' parent company allegedly not paying s...

On the 91st episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Los Angeles Thieves and Minnesota RØKKR's confirmed Call of Duty League (CDL) rosters, the Royal Ravens leaving Europe behind for North Carolina, a possible date and location for the first CoD League event of the next season, a happy resolution for The Guard's VALORANT team, and a potentially unhap...

On the 90th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Miami Heretics finally being confirmed, The Guard VALORANT team's unfortunate situation and if it means anything for the Los Angeles Guerrillas, the potential of Control being removed from the Call of Duty League (CDL) modes, the Minnesota RØKKR potentially merging with G2 Esports, and Clayster's n...

On the 89th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the confirmation of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) and why Preston thinks it's a lazy release. The guys also chatted about the signing of Sib by the New York Subliners (NYSL), the Minnesota RØKKR's entire CDL roster departing, the Seattle Surge's potential star-studded lineup, and more.

On the 88th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas' signings of Pred and Kenny, Atlanta FaZe's roster addition of Drazah, the Boston Breach welcoming back Capsidal, and the reports and rumors surrounding the starting Call of Duty League (CDL) lineups of the Los Angeles Thieves and Minnesota RØKKR.

On the 87th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the recent Activision Blizzard layoffs and upcoming decision about the fate of the Overwatch League (OWL) which may ultimately affect the Call of Duty League (CDL) as well. The guys also give their reactions to the Boston Breach's signings of former Atlanta FaZe player SlasheR and former New York Subliners...

On the 86th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the various rostermania rumors around the Call of Duty League (CDL), including Priestahh reportedly not being a part of the New York Subliners' upcoming roster, Drazah choosing between OpTic Texas and Atlanta FaZe, and more.

On the 85th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the retirement of Los Angeles Thieves player and 2022 Call of Duty League (CDL) world champion Octane. The guys also break down what's already happened and give predictions and thoughts on what can or will happen now that CoD rostermania has begun, including roster changes happening with OpTic Texas, Atlan...

On the 84th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss CoD Champs 2023, including the New York Subliners' dominant grand finals victory over the Toronto Ultra, the beef between CDL Champs MVP KiSMET and Call of Duty League Rookie of the Year Scrappy, OpTic Texas and Los Angeles Thieves falling well short, Atlanta FaZe's unfulfilling end to the season, and...

On the 83rd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Call of Duty League's premier event: the 2023 CDL Championship. The guys give their thoughts on the first-round matchups, including OpTic Texas vs. Boston Breach, the Toronto Ultra vs. LA Thieves, and more. They also touched on the reported news that the CDL is leaving Twitch to return to YouTube.

On the 82nd episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Boston Breach making a roster change at the last possible moment, the potential big-money decisions being made at Activision Blizzard, and the prize pool being announced for the 2023 Call of Duty League Championship. The guys also gave their picks for the 2023 CDL MVP, Rookie of the Year, and All-Star team...

On the 81st episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the fifth Call of Duty League Major of the 2023 season, including the New York Subliners' incredible losers bracket run to the title, OpTic Texas' disastrous showing, the Las Vegas Legion falling short of Champs, and much more.

On the 80th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss OpTic Texas' undefeated record, the Las Vegas Legion's very tough uphill battle to qualify for the 2023 Call of Duty League Championship, the Los Angeles Thieves' disappointing online performances, and who will win and qualify for Champs at CDL Major 5.

On the 79th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Minnesota RØKKR's late-season decision to bring Attach back into the starting roster, OpTic Texas' continued impressive play, the Los Angeles Thieves' shockingly bad qualifier stretch, the Las Vegas Legion's vital win, and how we think things are shaking out as the 2023 Call of Duty League...

On the 78th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the week that was in the Call of Duty League, which included yet another dominant win for OpTic Texas over Atlanta FaZe, the Las Vegas Legion nearly pulling off two gigantic upsets, the Los Angeles Thieves having their worst week in a long time, and Breaking Point's survey on which teams are the most and l...

On the 77th episode of the Ego Chall Podcast, Justin Binkowski and Preston Byers discuss the Florida Mutineers reportedly merging with Spanish esports organization Team Heretics to form a Miami-based Call of Duty League team. The guys also previewed the first week of CDL Major 5 qualifiers, taking a vibe check of the teams as Champs looms.