Football, Rivalries & Faith: A Church Pew Sports Deep Dive

Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 186- Football, Rivalries & Faith In America

In this episode of Church Pew Sports, hosts Bill Hobson and Pastor Paul Miller take listeners on a journey that weaves together controversy, football strategy, college rivalries, and faith-driven reflection.

Bill begins by recounting his unique experience covering a LIV Golf event in Michigan. 

From there, the conversation shifts to football, where Bill and Paul compare notes on their beloved teams—the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions. Paul shares his frustrations with the constant stream of texts during games, while both agree on the positive impact of the Lions’ defensive coordinator Kelvin Shepard. 

College football takes center stage next as Bill and Paul unpack the imbalance between powerhouse programs and smaller schools. They debate whether non-conference “cupcake games” provide real value or simply inflate rankings while cashing checks. Rivalries, however, bring a different kind of energy, from Ryan Day’s respect for Eddie Robinson to the competitive fun of the annual Church Pew Sports pick’em pool—now featuring an even split of Michigan and Ohio State fans.

The episode also features their latest predictions and Paul vents about the NFL’s experimental game in São Paulo, Brazil. Humor enters the mix with a legendary mascot brawl between Rufus the Bobcat and Brutus Buckeye, reminding us that sports are as much about escapism as competition.

Finally, Bill and Paul zoom out to reflect on the importance of peaceful dialogue in chaotic times. With recent violence dominating headlines, they highlight Utah Governor Spencer Cox’s call for calm and moral clarity. The duo stress the distinction between righteous anger and vengeful anger, reminding listeners that as followers of Jesus, we are called to be ambassadors of peace, even in the most difficult circumstances.

Packed with sports insights, humor, and meaningful faith-based reflection, this episode is a reminder of why Church Pew Sports exists: to connect the games we love with the values we live by.

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This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

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