The Ringer

The Full Go with Jason Goff

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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.

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Latest episode

Apr 10, 2026

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Episodes

Appreciating Lamar Jackson’s Greatness, Bulls Have a "Big" Problem, and a Conversation With Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay 19.11.2021

Jason opens the show by taking some time to highlight what a special player Lamar Jackson is and why the Bears could be in for a tough day this Sunday against the Ravens (0:30). Coming off a tough loss in Portland, Jason takes a look at the Bulls' roster deficiencies and tells us why the problems in last night’s loss may return throughout the season (10:53). Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay host The...

Bulls Fans Enter a New Era, State of the Lakers With Dan Woike, and Stories of Revenge 17.11.2021

Jason begins by explaining why Bulls fans can finally ditch their emotional baggage like hate and jealousy as the franchise enters a new era (0:10). Dan Woike grew up in the Chicagoland area and now covers the NBA and Lakers for the L.A. Times. Dan gives us some insight into what's going on with the Lakers, the addition of Russell Westbrook, and the possible end of LeBron’s run (14:00). Following...

Is the NFL Trash? Plus, Who Is Scottie Pippen Talking to? 15.11.2021

With the Bears idle on Sunday, Chicagoans got an opportunity to sample some NFL action they normally wouldn't see during a typical Bears Sunday. Jason explains why the NFL in 2021 can be unwatchable (unless you’re betting on games) (0:10). As Scottie Pippen makes the rounds promoting his new book, he has said several things that have many Bulls fans (including Jason) scratching their heads. Scotti...

The Bulls Better Buckle Up for This West Coast Trip, Plus WNBA Finals MVP Kahleah Copper 12.11.2021

Jason opens with the news that Nikola Vucevic will miss time after a positive COVID test and explains why the Bulls might have to just hang on and hope for the best during their upcoming West Coast swing (00:30). Next, he chats with Kahleah Copper of the WNBA champion Chicago Sky about her Finals MVP, how her career brought her to Chicago, what she’s learned from Candace Parker, and more (19:18)....

Goff’s B-Day Night at Bulls-Nets, Bears’ Silver Lining with Jim Trotter Plus College Hoops with Stephen Bardo 10.11.2021

Jason opens with his birthday night at Bulls-Nets including the impressive win and his viral moment with James Harden (00:32). Then, he breaks down the Bears’ loss on Monday Night Football, why he doesn’t want to blame the refs and why this was the game where Justin Fields’ talent was as clear as day (11:31). Next, Jason chats with NFL reporter Jim Trotter about his experiences covering the league...

Why Justin Fields Will Break Out on ‘MNF,’ Bears-Steelers Preview With Ryan Shazier, and Checking in on Bulls Joy 08.11.2021

After the Bulls' back-to-back losses against the 76ers, Jason checks in with Bulls fans to see if they’re still riding high after their hot start to the season (0:10). Find out why Jason believes Justin Fields has the opportunity to shine on Monday night (10:00). Ryan Shazier joins the show (14:18) and talks about the injury that ended his career and changed his life. Plus, Ryan tells us how he al...

Bulls November Gauntlet, State of the Big Ten with Howard Griffith, Aaron Rodgers’s Cowardice, and Robert Sarver’s Ignorance 05.11.2021

The Bulls may be off to a great start, but several questions remain ahead of their tough November schedule. Jason discusses some red flags that may create issues later in the season (0:10). Howard Griffith (Big Ten Network) joins the show to talk about the state of the Big Ten, locker room culture before social media, and what happened to the fullback position (15:00). In Outside the Chi, Jason te...

Around the NBA With Wosny Lambre 03.11.2021

Jason is joined by The Ringer’s Wosny Lambre (2:00). Wosny takes us around the league and tells us what he thinks about the new-look Bulls and which teams will separate themselves throughout the season. Plus, the guys discuss where Jay-Z’s ‘Reasonable Doubt’ ranks among the greatest hip-hop albums of all time (55:00). Jason takes your phone calls on Coby White, touches on the Bulls’ big win on Mon...

Bears-49ers Recap, This Is Why You Drafted Justin Fields, and a Bulls Season That’s Already Teetering 01.11.2021

Jason opens the show by breaking down the Bears' 33-22 loss to San Francisco. Sean Desai didn’t have a great day at the office, but Bill Lazor provided a solid game plan for the best performance of Justin Fields’s career (0:10). The Bulls are fun, they are back, but their season is teetering following the news that Patrick Williams will miss the season (24:00). Jason also chronicles the incident i...

Bears-49ers Preview, Bulls-Knicks Recap With John Jastremski, Blackhawks Organizational Failure With James Neveau 29.10.2021

Jason opens the show by previewing Sunday’s Bears-49ers matchup and explains why he believes this should be a victory for the Bears (0:10). The Bulls and Knicks turned the clock back to the ’90s, with the Bulls coming out on the losing end for the first time this season (7:30). John Jastremski of ‘New York, New York’ joins the show for our first Ringer crossover to recap Bulls-Knicks (14:00). In t...

Matt Nagy on the Hot Seat, Rob Schaefer on the Bulls' 4-0 Start, and Matt Miller Scouts Justin Fields 27.10.2021

Jason opens the show by sharing a couple of former NFL players' thoughts on what Matt Nagy is doing wrong and why he should be gone (0:10). Rob Schaefer (NBC Sports Chicago) shares his keys to the Bulls' 4-0 start, and what concerns Bulls fans should have going forward (10:00). Matt Miller (ESPN/NFLDratScout.com) tells us how he evaluates a rookie quarterback who may or may not be utilized properl...

Who Could Have Possibly Seen This Bears Disaster Coming? Oh, Right. Everyone. 25.10.2021

Jason opens by recapping what we all saw coming a mile away: another Bears disaster during an island game (00:30). At least there are some things to be optimistic about in Chicago, like the 3-0 Bulls. Jason previews what could be a pivotal early stretch in the 2021-22 season (25:00). Finally, as always, we allow our callers to air their Bears frustrations on the voicemail line (33:00). Learn more...

Bears-Bucs Preview, Bulls Season Opener Recap, and Random NBA Encounters 22.10.2021

Welcome to ‘The Full Go’! Jason opens by turning back the clock to the last time the Bears faced Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady in back-to-back games (00:30). With basketball season underway, Jason takes your phone calls on your random NBA encounters (13:25). The Bulls opened their season with a victory for the first time in five seasons Wednesday night. Jason breaks down the new-look Bulls, what the...

The League Is Back! NBA Season Preview With Vincent Goodwill 20.10.2021

Welcome to ‘The Full Go’! Jason opens by celebrating the return of the NBA and why the Bulls could finally be back (0:30). Vincent Goodwill (Yahoo Sports/SiriusXM) joins Jason to discuss all of the big NBA story lines heading into the season, from Ben Simmons to Kyrie Irving to how the Bulls could be one of the surprise teams in the East (19:00). Host: Jason Goff Guest: Vincent Goodwill Producers:...

The "I Own You" Game recap, Mark Tauscher on Bears-Packers, and Brian Kenny on MLB Postseason 18.10.2021

Welcome to 'The Full Go'! Jason opens the show by recapping yet another Bears loss to Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers (0:30). Former Green Bay Packers lineman Mark Tauscher (ESPN Milwaukee) joins the show to explain why Green Bay has been the hammer to the Bears' nail in this rivalry (14:00). How can MLB’s postseason get better? MLB Network’s Brian Kenny answers this question and much more...

Bears/Packers Preview, White Sox post mortem with A.J. Pierzynski, and Kyle Brandt channels his inner Bears meatball 15.10.2021

Wipe off that smile, its Packers week. Jason opens the show by going over some of the more important matchups for this weekend’s matchup on the lakefront (0:10). A.J. Pierzynski (2005 World Series Champion/FOX Sports Analyst) dissects what went wrong with the Sox in the ALDS (23:00). Kyle Brandt (NFL Network/The Ringer) talks about his journey from Chicago to producing for Jim Rome and ultimately...

White Sox Eliminated, and Jon Gruden Hits “Idiot Bingo” 13.10.2021

Jason opens up by sharing his appreciation of Richie Aprile in ‘The Sopranos’ (0:10) during a recent rewatch. The White Sox’s season comes to an end after a disappointing effort against the Astros. Jason explains what the Sox can do to avoid watching the playoffs from home in 2022 (11:00). Why do we continue to be surprised when privileged, empowered men like Jon Gruden continue to exhibit questio...

Sox Win and Stay Alive! Plus, Did the Bears Find Their Winning Formula? 11.10.2021

Jason opens with the White Sox showing some heart in a big Game 3 win to stay alive against the Astros. He explains why the Sox might have learned something valuable tonight and why nights and atmospheres like that make being a fan worth it (00:32). Then, he reacts to the Bears’ surprising win in Vegas, including Bill Lazor deserving some props, the defense stepping up, and why they might have fou...

WHITE SOX GO DOWN 0-2. IS THIS SERIES OVER? 09.10.2021

Jason hops on for a bonus episode with his reaction to to the White Sox’s 9-4 loss in Game 2 against the Astros. He explains why he thinks the team got outplayed, why Tony La Russa got it wrong, and whether the White Sox can make this a series as they head back to Chicago. Plus he closes it out with some listener voicemails.  We always want to hear from you! Leave Jason a message on the Listener L...

ALDS Game 1 Recap, the Art of QB Play With J.T. O’Sullivan, and Family and Hockey With Seth Jones of the Blackhawks 08.10.2021

Jason opens up by recapping the White Sox' ALDS Game 1 loss in Houston (0:30). We open up the phone lines to your White Sox angst (15:00). Former NFL QB J.T. O’Sullivan joins the show to talk about the art of quarterback play, and why Justin Fields should have been QB1 since day one (21:00). One of the biggest moves of the NHL offseason was the Blackhawks' acquisition of defenseman Seth Jones from...

ALDS Anxiety, Sox/Astros Preview with Len Kasper, Cubs Season Recap with Russell Dorsey 06.10.2021

Welcome to ‘The Full Go’! Jason opens up by trying to sort through his White Sox anxiety ahead of Game 1 of the ALDS (1:00). We get a playoff preview with the radio voice of the Sox, Len Kasper (ESPN 1000 AM), who also reflects on his first year on the job (14:00). We open up the phone lines to whatever is on your mind (38:00). We catch up with Russell Dorsey (Chicago Sun-Times) in the aftermath o...

Shoutout to Bill Lazor and Simple Football! 04.10.2021

Jason opens up by saluting the Bears coaching staff for getting back to the basics during their 24-14 victory over the Lions at Soldier Field (0:30). After waxing poetic about Soldier Field and what it means to Chicago, Jason shared his experiences in the stands during the game (12:00). We open up the voicemail line and hear your concerns on David Montgomery’s injury and the Bears going forward (2...

Soldier Field Will Always Feel Like Home, a White Sox Postseason Primer With James Fegan, and Bears-Lions Preview With Lomas Brown 01.10.2021

Welcome to ‘The Full Go’! With the Bears searching for a new place to call home, Jason explains why Lake Shore Drive and McFetridge will always hold a place in his heart as a Bears fan (0:10). James Fegan from The Athletic tells the story of the 2021 White Sox and previews the postseason (16:30). Jason takes your phone calls to discuss the Bulls' title window and iconic Chicago broadcasters (45:00...

Matt Nagy, the Problem Might Be You 29.09.2021

Welcome to ‘The Full Go’! Jason opens the show by discussing some of the highlights from Bulls media day (0:10). As the national media continues to weigh in on Justin Fields and the Bears, Jason draws from personal experience to explain Matt Nagy’s dynamic with quarterbacks (17:00). The Ringer's Ben Solak joins the show to discuss Matt Nagy’s game plan and his overall disdain for Nagy as a play-ca...

Matt Nagy Needs to Go, and Bears Postgame Reaction With Lance Briggs 27.09.2021

Welcome to ‘The Full Go’! Jason comes in hot by torching the Bears and Matt Nagy following an embarrassing 26-6 loss in Cleveland. After three seasons of excuses, is it finally time to find someone else to coach the Bears (0:10)? Postgame, Nagy himself said “It starts with me,” so where do the Bears go from here (19:00)? Next we take your calls on ‘The Full Go’ voicemail (26:00), and you didn’t ho...

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