Audacy Welcomes Jarrett Payton to Mornings on 104.3 The Score in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL – August 24, 2026 – 104.3 The Score (WSCR-FM), an Audacy Sports station in Chicago, launches a new morning show, “Haugh and Payton,” featuring Jarrett Payton alongside David Haugh weekday mornings from 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. CT starting August 31. 

Former NFL running back and sports journalist Jarrett Payton most recently served as an anchor for WGN-TV’s 4 and 9:00 p.m. weekday news and host of “GN Sports.” Son of the late NFL Hall of Famer and Chicago Bear Walter Payton, Payton brings extensive broadcasting experience alongside a background in business, public speaking, and philanthropy through the Jarrett Payton Foundation. 

“Today marks an exciting new chapter for The Score. We’re excited to welcome Jarrett Payton and believe his experience, perspective and deep connection to Chicago and its great fan bases will be a tremendous addition to our morning show alongside David Haugh,” said Mitch Rosen, Vice President and Brand Manager, 104.3 The Score. 

“I’m truly excited and deeply honored to join the team at The Score,” said Payton. “I’m looking forward to working alongside everyone there and connecting with the loyal listeners who make this station what it is. This place has always felt like family to me. My dad graced these airwaves back in the ’90s, and the thought of being part of that same legacy means everything. Grateful beyond words for this opportunity. Let’s get to work.”

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote will continue to host middays on the “Rahimi & Grote Show” from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. CT while “Spiegel & Holmes” remains in its afternoon drive from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT. 

New 104.3 The Score weekday lineup is as follows. 

5:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. CT: “Haugh & Payton”

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CT: “Rahimi & Grote”

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. CT: “Spiegel & Holmes”

As the flagship station for the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bulls and official broadcast partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, 104.3 The Score remains Chicago’s premier destination for sports coverage and conversation. 

Listeners can tune in to 104.3 The Score (WSCR-FM) in Chicago on-air and nationwide on the Audacy app and website. Fans can also connect with the station on social media via X, Facebook and Instagram.  

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