CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

Now that the Chicago Bears 2021 Schedule has officially been released, the guys share their instant thoughts on every single game. Take a listen as they break down the season, determine which stretch of games are the easiest (and toughest), the major storylines on their radar for each game, and much more including how the bye will come into play and their way too early record predictions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Things got busy near the end of the draft for the Chicago Bears. Listen as Will and Nick welcome RB Khalil Herbert, WR Dazz Newsome, CB Thomas Graham Jr., and DT Khyiris Tonga to Chicago! The guys analyzed on the fly, explained how each one of these players fits at their position, their strengths and weaknesses as well as the best-case scenario for these picks, and much more including the guys' instant grades and some good discussions between the picks themselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Chicago, Larry Borom! Listen as Will and Nick share their initial analysis (and reaction) on the Chicago Bears’ fifth-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. The guys analyze on the fly, explain how Borum fits on the offensive line, his strengths and weaknesses as well as realistic rookie expectations and share their instant grades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Chicago, Teven Jenkins! Listen as Will, Nick and Mason share their initial analysis (and reaction) on the Chicago Bears’ second-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. The guys analyze on the fly, explain how Teven Jenkins fits on the offensive line, what his top strengths and weaknesses are, whether or not he is a "shoe-in" Day 1 starter, why he's going to bolster the running game in addition to better pass protection, and much more including realistic rookie expectations for Jenkins and their instant grades of the pick and the trade-up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Chicago, Justin Fields!! Listen as Will and Nick share their initial analysis (and reaction) on the Chicago Bears’ first-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. The guys analyze on the fly, explain how Justin Fields changes the entire trajectory of the franchise, all of the traits Fields has that will elevate the offense, what are his key strengths and weaknesses, and much more including their instant grades of both the trade-up and the pick itself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Draft Week, Bears Fans! There’s no better way to kick off one of the most important (and fun) weeks of the year than sharing our final Chicago Bears Mock Drafts with you! In this episode, Will and Nick do their best job at predicting who they think the Bears will draft this weekend. Take a listen as the guys go pick-by-pick, teaching you more about each prospect as they build their own draft class, discuss their thoughts on one another’s mock, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's only one week left before the 2021 NFL Draft! In this episode, Will and Nick are joined by Jacob Infante from Windy City Gridiron and The Draft Wire to learn more about the prospects that could (and should) be on the Bears' radar during all three days of the draft. Take a listen as the guys learn more about potential draft targets at positions of need including which quarterbacks Jacob would trade up for or select in the first three rounds, the wide receivers in this class that would be great fits (and value picks), the offensive tackles that you should keep an eye on during the first couple rounds, and much more including his sleepers to watch, the players he would avoid, and much more including the one player he hopes the Bears would draft above all the rest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re doing something we haven’t done before, which is exciting considering this is our 550th episode! This week, Will and Nick are joined by Mason West and the three of them run through a couple of mock draft simulations on the fly. Take a listen as the guys take a more informal approach and work through various draft scenarios and strategies for the Chicago Bears with a couple of different draft simulators. You’ll learn more about some of the prospects and potential fits in this year’s draft class, how the board may fall, some of the payoffs and drawbacks of trading up or down, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sitting in the middle of free agency and the upcoming draft, now is the perfect time to recollect and take a moment to answer those burning questions on your mind. In this week’s mailbag episode, Will and Nick answer your questions including: What’s our outlook for the Bears’ future? Which QB’s would be considered a reach in the draft? Could Ryan Pace trade up to the Falcons’ spot? Would we trade up, trade down or pick at 20? What impact do we expect from a 17-game season? What happens if Andy Dalton wins us a playoff game? Would we trade up for Kyle Pitts? Which away game would we most want to take a road trip to? And much more! Thanks to everyone who submitted a question! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Now that the free agency "buzz" has settled down, it's time to shift our attention to the 2021 NFL Draft. So just how has free agency altered the Chicago Bears draft plans? In this episode, Will and Nick unveil their first initial mock drafts of the year as they attempt to create the best draft class possible with the Bears' current slate of picks. For these mocks, the guys used different draft simulators and both agreed that there were no trades allowed. Take a listen to find out who each of the guys have heading to Chicago! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s no secret that the Chicago Bears were facing a tough offseason in 2021. Now one week into free agency, just how well (or poor) of a job has Ryan Pace done to re-calibrate the roster? In this episode, we take a hard look at every decision that has been made to date including players that have re-signed with the team, those who the Bears have released, and of course each of the free agent signings including QB Andy Dalton, RB Damien Williams and CB Desmond Trufant. Which players are our favorite signings? What decisions do we disagree with? What grade does Ryan Pace get so far? We discuss all of that and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NOTE: this was recorded on March 16th, but did not reach your feed until March 17th or later. The Chicago Bears have a new quarterback, but it's probably not the one you wanted as they signed Andy Dalton to a 1-year contract. In this episode, we share our instant reaction to the news, explain why this is a complete disappointment, if the Bears will continue pursuing quarterbacks this offseason, what this means for Nick Foles, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How will the Chicago Bears approach free agency with extreme salary cap restrictions? In this episode, we take a look at every position, explain which in-house free agents we'd like to see return, which players the Bears should pursue to fill the holes on the roster, and much more including how Chicago will need to make some moves before the new league year begins to get under the salary cap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to wrap up our annual "State of the Franchise" series by completing our discussion on the Chicago Bears' Defense. In this episode, we go in-depth on two units: Cornerback and Safety. Listen as we discuss how the Bears should look to replace Buster Skrine at nickel, whether or not it makes sense to move on from Kyle Fuller, what to expect from Jaylon Johnson in Year 2, if Eddie Jackson can return to all-pro form, if Tashaun Gipson proved enough to warrant another contract, whether or not Deon Bush and, DeAndre Houston-Carson will return next season, and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're continuing our annual "State of the Franchise" series by switching our focus to the Chicago Bears' Defense. In this episode, we go in-depth on three units: Defensive Line, Outside Linebacker and Inside Linebacker. Listen as we discuss Akiem Hicks' future, how Eddie Goldman's return will impact the team, Bilal Nichols' trending up, whether or not there should be any hope for Robert Quinn, how the Bears should approach refilling its depth at all three units, Roquan Smith's improved play (and durability concerns), and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're continuing our annual "State of the Franchise" series by taking a look at the final two positions on the Chicago Bears' Offense: Tight End and Wide Receiver. Listen as we discuss the large uptick in production from the tight end position in 2020, whether or not it makes sense to let Jimmy Graham go, what we'd do with Allen Robinson, how Darnell Mooney and Cole Kmet can each take a step forward in Year 2, how the Bears should manage the underwhelming WR depth, and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to begin our annual "State of the Franchise" series! In this episode, the guys begin taking a look at the Chicago Bears' Offense. Listen as they go in-depth on three units: Quarterback, Running Back and Offensive Line. They discuss the strengths of weaknesses of each, which players should receive new contracts (or let go), if there are any players that could be "surprise" cuts, and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What did Nick learn during his week down in Alabama covering the Senior Bowl? In this episode, Will picks Nick's brain for his top takeaways including the tremendous amount of depth at a key position of need, the latest surrounding the Bears' efforts to find a franchise quarterback, what you need to know about Chicago's new coaches, and much more including the top lessons each of the guys believe the Bears should be taking from this year's Super Bowl teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears have promoted Sean Desai to become the team's third defensive coordinator under Matt Nagy. In this quick-hit episode, the guys share their thoughts on the promotion, explain why Desai was ultimately the right guy for the job, how the defense will look different (with an inside scoop), and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What are the Chicago Bears up to in their efforts to replace Chuck Pagano as they search for a new defensive coordinator? That's the biggest question of the week. In this episode, the guys discuss the candidates the team has interviewed so far and the pros and cons of each. Plus they hand out their annual awards from last season including the Monster Moment of the Year and the 2020 MVB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s been an interesting few days since the season has ended. Chuck Pagano has decided to “retire,” GM Ryan Pace and head coach Matt Nagy have been retained, and the two (as well as President Ted Phillips and Chairman George McCaskey) met with the media for 90 minutes. But did we learn anything of substance? Listen as the guys share their thoughts on Pace and Nagy returning, the press conference, potential replacements for Pagano, and the general direction the Bears are heading in 2021 as the offseason officially begins! The post [537] Bears Retain Ryan Pace, Matt Nagy & Leadership Speaks (But Did We Learn Anything?) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After an abysmal offensive performance, the Chicago Bears’ season comes to a close in fitting fashion. In the final postgame show of the year the guys discuss: why the offense struggled mightily, how the defense was able to mitigate the loss of Roquan Smith, what they would do with some key decisions surrounding Mitch Trubisky, Matt Nagy, Chuck Pagano and Ryan Pace, the struggles on third down on both sides of the ball, their frustrations with any true sense of “identity” with the team, and much more including each of the guys Monster Moments and MVBs. The post [536] Chicago Bears – New Orleans Saints Wild Card Postgame Show: Behind Inept Offense, Bears Prove to Be Far From a Playoff-Caliber Team appeared first on The Chicago Audible. bWLcSrqgTSg78gJHt6FJ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the playoffs! In a special Wild Card edition of the weekly game preview episode, the guys take a look at the tough challenge ahead that is the New Orleans Saints and discuss: how the Saints’ defense will challenge the offense, what to expect from Mitchell Trubisky in his second career playoff game, why establishing the run will be vital, the impact of playing without Roquan Smith (and Alvin Kamara’s return), what the defense needs to do in order to have a chance, and much more including key stats, who has the edge, the backbreaking matchups as well as the guys’ Bold Predictions and Game Picks. The post [535] Wild Card Game Preview: Chicago Bears – New Orleans Saints appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Wildcard Week, Bears Fans! To begin our playoff coverage we brought back the host of the Locked On Saints and Editor of Canal Street Chronicles, Ross Jackson, who catches us up on the latest out of New Orleans. Listen as Ross shares his insight on the Saints’ defensive turnaround and the driving force behind it, his expectations for Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara as both should be available on Sunday, how Drew Brees has looked since coming back from IR, and much more including why he believes the Saints will win and what the Bears will need to do in order to pull off the upset! The post [534] Wildcard Week: Revisiting the New Orleans Saints (with Ross Jackson of Locked On Saints) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Even though the Chicago Bears fell to the Packers 35-16, they got the help needed from the Rams to secure a spot in the playoffs. In this postgame show the guys discuss, the Bears’ inability to capitalize on their red-zone trips, how the defense struggled to put forth any resistance against Aaron Rodgers, the potential impact of the injuries to Darnell Mooney and Roquan Smith, what led to the team’s demise, a brief look at the playoffs, and much more including the guys Monster Moments and MVBs. The post [533] Chicago Bears – Green Bay Packers Postgame Show: Bears Continue to Have No Answer for Aaron Rodgers (But They Made the Playoffs Anyways) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the fate of the season potentially in the balance, can the Chicago Bears take down the Green Bay Packers and cement themselves into the playoffs? In what could be their final game preview of the season the guys share their thoughts on who they believe will win the game and why with discussions on: what the defense needs to do in order to “stop” Aaron Rodgers, how Mitch Trubisky can set his team up for success, why David Montgomery is extremely important this week, and much more including X-Factors, Key Matchups, Bold Predictions, and official Game Picks. The post [532] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Green Bay Packers (Week 17) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don’t look now but the Chicago Bears control their own destiny heading into Week 17 after beating the Jaguars 41-17. In this week’s postgame show, the guys talk about a game that was a true tale of two halves as they discuss: why the offense struggled in the first two quarters (and what was different in the final two), the concerns on defense heading into a big game against Green Bay, Roquan Smith proving why he should have made the Pro Bowl, why Allen Robinson was clutch and much more including each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVBs. The post [531] Chicago Bears – Jacksonville Jaguars Postgame Show: Bears Overcome Shaky Start, Overpower Jaguars in Second Half & Control Their Destiny appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can the Chicago Bears keep their momentum – and playoff hopes – alive? Even though they’re taking on the one-win Jacksonville Jaguars, it’s wise to not underestimate the opponent. In this week’s game preview, the guys take a deep dive into everything you need to know before the game including: why the Bears should remain red-hot on offense, whether or not Robert Quinn has finally arrived, the challenges Jacksonville will provide, and much more including the key stats and matchups as well as the guys’ Bold Predictions and Game Picks. Merry Christmas from The Chicago Audible! The post [530] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Jacksonville Jaguars (Week 16) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’ve been clamoring for more of David Montgomery, and boy did we get some! In this week’s postgame show, the guys break down the Chicago Bears 33-27 victory over the Minnesota Vikings with discussions on: Montgomery’s big-time performance, the offense stacking scoring drives, how the new identity is paying off, why the Vikings were able to run on the defense, how Chicago’s Defense fared with two key injuries, Cairo Santos continuing to be red-hot, and much more including each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVB’s. The post [529] Chicago Bears – Minnesota Vikings Postgame Show: David Montgomery Sets Multiple Career-Highs as Bears Win Second-Straight, Keeping Playoff Hopes Alive appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The playoffs begin now, at least for the Chicago Bears who find themselves right in the thick of the hunt for a wildcard spot. In this game preview the guys explain what is different on both sides of the ball that is different compared to the previous matchup against the Vikings including the impact of Mitch Trubisky (opposed to Nick Foles), David Montgomery and Akiem Hicks being healthy, and much more including the offensive identity’s shift under Bill Lazor as well as the key injuries in Chicago’s secondary. Plus the guys share their weekly matchups, key stats, bold predictions and of course – game picks! The post [528] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Minnesota Vikings (Week 15) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Talk about a weight lifted off our shoulders as the Chicago Bears finally stop the bleeding as they route the Houston Texans 36-7. In this week’s postgame show the guys discuss: how the Bears set themselves up for success on offense starting with David Montgomery’s 80-yard touchdown, Mitch Trubisky lighting up the defense, why Chicago was able to handle Deshaun Watson, the different “vibe” the team played with, and much more including each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVBs. The post [527] Chicago Bears – Houston Texans Postgame Show: Complete Team Effort Results in Blowout Victory appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Trubisky vs Deshaun Watson. It’s a big topic, but it’s not all you’ll hear about in this week’s game preview. Listen as the guys get you prepared for this week’s game against the Houston Texans as they discuss: if the Bears can build off their success on the ground in the first half of last week’s game, the evolution of the utilization of the tight ends, the continued lack of pass rush, how the Bears’ red-zone defense has spiraled downhill, and much more including each of the guys’ Game Picks, Bold Predictions, and Back-breaking Matchups! The post [526] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Houston Texans (Week 14) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the first time since 2002, the Chicago Bears have lost six games in a row. In this week’s postgame show the guys discuss the Bears’ ability to establish the run early (and why it paid off), the familiar foe that is the third quarter, the defense’s continued decline, some positive performances, and much more including each of the guys’ MVBs and Monster Moments. The post [525] Chicago Bears – Detroit Lions Postgame Show: Bears Let One Slip Through Their Hands (Literally) in Sixth-Straight Loss appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s difficult to find hope after losing five-straight, but luckily, the Lions are coming to town? In this week’s preview, the guys make the most of another game week and discuss whether or not David Montgomery can have another big performance, what to expect from Mitchell Trubisky (The Lion Slayer), why the Bears’ run defense may disappoint again, how Detroit will challenge Chicago on both sides of the ball, and much more including each of the guys’ Backbreaking Matchups, Bold Predictions, MVBs and Game Picks! The post [524] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Detroit Lions (Week 13) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s not the outcome that’s surprising, it’s the lack of effort – especially on defense. In our Week 12 postgame show listen as the guys discuss: what was different in Mitch Trubisky’s return, why the Packers Offense had its way all game long, whether Matt Nagy’s time should be coming to an end, their frustrations with how this season has fared, and much more including each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVBs. The post [523] Chicago Bears – Green Bay Packers Postgame Show: Behind Uninspired Effort, Bears Drop Fifth Straight appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Thanksgiving, Bears Fans! In this week’s preview episode the guys share everything you need to know before the Sunday Night kickoff against the Green Bay Packers including what to expect from Mitchell Trubisky (presuming he starts), David Montgomery’s return, how the Bears Defense can slow down Aaron Rodgers, why Roquan Smith may be in for another big day, each of the guys’ Bold Predictions, Game Picks, X-Factors and much more! The post [522] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Green Bay Packers (Week 12) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With no game this week due to the bye, the guys dedicate an entire episode to answering your top Chicago Bears Questions. Listen as Will and Nick answer questions including the likelihood Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy return next year, if they should be entrusted with another shot at finding the right QB, which options are on the table at quarterback in the draft, what would be the first move the guys would make as GM, what the Bears chances are at making the playoffs, and much more including if Mitch Trubisky got a “raw deal” in Chicago. The post [521] Chicago Bears Bye Week Mailbag appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dropping their fourth-straight, the Chicago Bears failed to muster any offense. Yes, even new play-caller Bill Lazor couldn’t fix this mess. In this postgame show the guys discuss: how the offense was “more of the same,” the many areas of confusion and frustration like the offense’s third-down incompetence, Roquan Smith continuing to shine, and some praise for some under-the-radar players like Brent Urban, Nick Foles’ injury, and much more including each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVBs. The post [520] Chicago Bears – Minnesota Vikings Postgame Show: It’s Official – The Offense Can’t Be Fixed (Sorry, Defense) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can the Chicago Bears stop the bleeding before their bye week? In this episode, the guys share their weekly game preview by discussing: the impact of losing David Montgomery if he can’t play, whether or not the Bears can stop Dalvin Cook, how to force Kirk Cousins into some bad decisions, and much more including each of the guys’ X-Factors, Backbreaking Matchups, Bold Predictions and Game Picks! The post [519] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Minnesota Vikings (Week 10) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If the Bears want to stop their losing streak, they’ll have to handle a rejuvenated Minnesota Vikings team. To help us meet the Vikings, Arif Hasan from The Athletic joins the show to share his firsthand insight on Dalvin Cook’s super success over the last two weeks, what Kirk Cousins’ role is, what to know from young standouts like WR Justin Jefferson and TE Irv Smith Jr., the impactful changes Minnesota has made to its defensive scheme since their bye week, and much more! The post [518] Meet the Minnesota Vikings (with The Athletic’s Arif Hasan) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With only two starters for the Bears’ offensive line, we knew it was going to be a long day – but it didn’t make it any easier to watch the Bears fall to 5-4. In this week’s postgame show listen as the guys discuss: how the Bears Offensive did itself no favors, why the defense was able to take care of Derrick Henry, the increasing doubts that the offense can be “fixed” this season, and much more including each of their Monster Moments and MVB’s. The post [517] Chicago Bears – Tennessee Titans Postgame Show: A No-Show Offense Squanders Another Strong Defensive Day (What’s New?) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With so many concerns, where do we begin? In this week’s game preview episode, they guys talk about the sputtering offense that’s now in shambles due to injuries and COVID, what the starting line may look like, why the Bears will have a hard time containing Derrick Henry (like everyone else), the importance of learning from their mistakes against play-action against the Rams, and much more including each of their x-factors, bold predictions, backbreaking matchups, and game picks! The post [516] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – Tennessee Titans (Week 9) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re officially halfway through the season. In this episode, Will and Nick hand go position-by-position and hand out their grades through eight games with their concerns and building blocks moving forward. Plus, the guys make some predictions for the second half of the year! You can check out the reply of the live recording below! The post [515] Chicago Bears Midseason Report Card appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the first time this season the Bears drop two-straight, this one coming in overtime. Listen as Will and Nick share their instant reaction to the game with analysis and insight throughout. In this episode, they discuss Allen Robinson’s impact coming back from a concussion, why David Montgomery was able to have a productive game, concerns for the offensive line with yet another injury to deal with, Anthony Miller’s clutch play and Jimmy Graham’s letdown, Roquan Smith’s performance against Alvin Kamara, why the defense was not the reason for this week’s loss and much more including each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVB’s. The post [514] Chicago Bears – New Orleans Saints Postgame Show: Bears Claw Back Late in Fourth-Quarter, But Unable to Complete Comeback in Overtime appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will the Bears find some resiliency and bounce back after their primetime loss? In this episode, Will and Nick share their weekly game preview with discussions on how large the injuries to Cody Whitehair and Allen Robinson may be, the largest concern on offense heading into the game, which players on defense need (and should) bounce back, why this defense needs to play a near “perfect” game for the Bears to win, and much more including each of the guys’ X-Factors, Bold Predictions, Backbreaking Matchups and Game Picks! The post [513] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – New Orleans Saints (Week 8) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let’s put last week behind us and start looking toward the Saints. In this episode, Locked On Saints’ Ross Jackson stops by the show to share his firsthand account of New Orleans with key takeaways such as: how the Saints have been able to overcome not having WR Michael Thomas, Alvin Kamara playing at an elite level, why the Saints may have a leg up on Chicago’s Defense, the weaknesses (and strength) of the Saints Defense, and much more including what Ross believes it’ll take for the Bears to win. The post [512] Meet the New Orleans Saints (with Ross Jackson of Locked On Saints) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With a chance to become the clear-cut leader in the NFC, the Chicago Bears failed to deliver as they lost to the Rams on Monday Night. In this week’s postgame show, the guys discussed: the continued poor play from the offensive line, why Matt Nagy should honestly look to hand off play-calling duties, how the Rams were able to score against the Bears defense, Eddie Jackson’s injury scare and touchdown, Akiem Hicks bringing the energy, and much more including each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVB’s. The post [511] Chicago Bears – L.A. Rams Postgame Show: Serious Doubts Emerge on Offense’s Identity, Future as Rams Blow Past Bears appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can the Bears take care of the Rams in primetime and cement themselves as NFC contenders? In this episode, Will and Nick share their weekly game preview with discussions on what needs to change with the offensive line, resetting expectations for Anthony Miller, whether the “fun” is just getting started on defense, why teams are starting to fear Kyle Fuller, how the Bears run defense has improved, why Aaron Donald is a mismatch for three different players, and much more including each of the guys’ X-Factors, Bold Predictions, Backbreaking Matchups and Game Picks! The post [510] Game Preview: Chicago Bears – L.A. Rams (Week 7) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s time to begin looking at the Bears’ Week 7 opponent. To “meet” the L.A. Rams, the guys sat down with Derek Ciapala from the Rams Talk podcast, who shared his insight on how much stock to take in the Rams’ wins, why Jared Goff is off to a hot start, frustration around running back utilization, what impact Leonard Floyd has made in LA, why Aaron Donald is being held back, the “fools gold” that is the Rams’ pass rush, and much more including what’s the driving force behind the Rams’ ability to keep teams from scoring. The post [509] Meet the Los Angeles Rams (with the Rams Talk Podcast) appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the first time since 2012, the Chicago Bears are 5-1 as they beat the Carolina Panthers! In our Week 6 postgame show, the guys discussed: the ups and downs that is the Bears’ Offense, why it’s time to have serious concerns with the run game, how the Bears’ Defense was able to shutdown Teddy Bridgewater, praise for the front-seven (and the rest of the defense), why Cairo Santos isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, and much more including the key stats plus each of the guys’ Monster Moments and MVB’s. The post [508] Chicago Bears – Carolina Panthers Postgame Show: Defense Dominates, Offense Does Enough and Cairo Santos Shines as Bears Topple Panthers appeared first on The Chicago Audible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.