# 05/07/26 Hour 1: NCAA Releases new March Madness Bracket; Jacob Infante returns to talk Bears & NFL Free Agency - Joey Bosa to the Bears?; Cubs on an absolute tear over the last 20 games!

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Podcast: [The Drive on ESPN 93.5](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-drive-on-espn-93-5-477079)
Published: 2026-05-07T22:11:08+00:00
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The NCAA officially unveiled its new-look March Madness bracket, sparking plenty of debate about the changes and what they could mean for teams heading into next season’s tournament. Who loves it and who hates it? Jacob Infante joins the show to break down the latest around the Chicago Bears and NFL free agency, including whether pass rusher Joey Bosa could realistically end up in Chicago. Plus, the Chicago Cubs continue their incredible run, staying red-hot over their last 20 games as they surge up the standings. How good has the hitting been while injuries to the pitching staff mount? Follow The Drive on X, Instagram, and Facebook!

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