Carmen and Jurko

Carmen and Jurko take a deep dive into the Bears' struggling running game, using game film to show why Chicago's rushing attack has stalled after its early-season success. Jurko breaks down DeAndre Swift's big runs against Carolina, the impact of Cole Kmet's blocking and how Tampa Bay's defense shut down the cutback lanes that Ben Johnson's offense relies on. The guys discuss the adjustments Chica...

Carmen and Jurko revisit the NFL trade deadline as reports explain why Khalil Mack never returned to the Bears and callers question Chicago's decision not to add more help at cornerback. The guys debate whether Kirk Cousins makes the Vikings legitimate Super Bowl contenders and discuss how midseason trades can create unusual bye-week scheduling situations. Jurko explains how injured players handle...

Carmen and Jurko react to the Vikings trading for Kirk Cousins, debating how his return to Minnesota could transform the NFC North race and make the Bears' path to a division title even more difficult. The guys compare Chicago's competition with Detroit, Minnesota and Green Bay, including the potential impact of Micah Parsons returning to the Packers' defense. MACtion produces one of the strangest...

Former Bears offensive lineman Tom Thayer joins Carmen and Jurko to break down Chicago's strange win over the Buccaneers, Caleb Williams' interceptions and the costly penalties that nearly derailed the Bears. Thayer explains how Kyle Monangai's return could help revive the struggling running game and weighs in on Tampa Bay's complaints about Jeffery Simmons' play in the trenches. With the NFL trad...

Carmen and Jurko react to reports that the Vikings are desperately searching for a quarterback ahead of the NFL trade deadline after Carson Wentz posts an embarrassing 8.9 passer rating. The guys examine how the Bears transformed their rushing attack following last season's bye week and debate whether Ben Johnson can repeat that success despite injuries to Kyle Monangai and Cole Kmet. Callers weig...

Carmen and Jurko react to the Vikings' embarrassing Monday Night Football loss to the Bills and talk whether Minnesota must trade for a quarterback after Carson Wentz's disastrous performance. With the NFL trade deadline approaching, the guys discuss Jacksonville's aggressive moves and whether the Bears should pursue cornerbacks Nahshon Wright or Riq Woolen without sacrificing more valuable draft...

Jeff Joniak sits down with Ben Johnson for this week's edition of the exclusive coaches show on Carmen and Jurko. Just how impressive has the 3rd down defense been? Plus, Jurko correctly predicted what the Bears needed to do to win in his Keys to the Game!

Carmen and Jurko break down the BEars' 27-24 victory over the Bucs on SNF.. Did the D-Line show up enough? Plus, Jurko breaks down two officiating decisions in the Notre Dame/Miami and Texas/Missouri game that could have been different.

Carmen and Jurko recap the Bears narrow victory over the Bucs 27-24 on SNF. Any worry about Caleb after a 4 INT game?

Todd Furman joins with his Bears vs Bucs bets along with looking around the league in the NFL! Plus, Carmen and Jurko listen to Is now allowing football at Thanksgiving cause for not going to the Thanksgiving dinner at all? Ben Johnson meets the media LIVE, and the guys give their predictions for Bears vs Bucs.

Former Bears fullback Jason McKie joins Carmen and Jurko to talk about the Bears upcoming matchup vs the Bucs at home on SNF. Then, Jurko does his keys to the game for a Bears victory, The Brunch Rush, and Mike North joins to give his bonus bets of the weekend.

Carmen recaps his charity event & him and Jurko talk about how the city can't believe the Bears are this good. This town buzzes over the Bears like no other team and that's a fact despite outside opinions! Plus, the guys take Bears calls. Is this run from Caleb, Ben & co. sustainable for the long term future? Malik Muhammed audio on Jaylon Johnson. Fair or foul? Carmen and Jurko get disrespected o...

Carmen and Jurko listen to Caleb Williams press conference audio and talk about Jaylon Johnson's cryptic posts. They take calls on nonsense like Bears tattoos and food choices. Plus, they listen to Ben Johnson audio from interview with Jeff Joniak. Courtney Cronin joins the show to give updates on the Bears injury report and talk all things Bears. The Bulls are SO BAD! So much for the anti-tanking...

Jeff Joniak joins the guys to talk about Caleb Williams, Simmons, and previews the upcoming SNF game at Soldier Field vs the Bucs. Joniak explains why he ISN'T worried about the Bears on Sunday night. Then, Paulie Cheesecake calls in with his picks, and Jack does the Brunch Rush with the guys.

Carmen makes a big statement about Caleb and why he is HIM. The guys discuss the biggest position strength on the Bears. Jurko's philosophy on why Bears DON'T have a trap game against the Bucs on SNF and why he is confident going into the game. Then, Chicago Bears Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher joins the show to talk about this years Bears team and why Caleb Williams is a LEGIT. Plus, the Blackhawks...

Tom Thayer joins Carmen and Jurko LIVE in studio to talk about the Bears big win vs the Seahawks, including Caleb Williams and Jeffery Simmons performances. The guys give their college football playoff rankings preview & Jurko gets passionate about Notre Dame. Plus, a Jack Campbell update & Carmen's NFL QB Power Rankings.

Carmen and Jurko take a look at Chris Canty's one-sided beef with Caleb Williams & play his comments in regards to Caleb and his answer on what the Bears mean to Chicago with SVP. The guys react and tell Canty to just take the L! Jurko's Film Review of Bears vs Seahawks! Carmen and Jurko break down plays from the Bears vs Seahawks. They end with The Brunch Rush and Jack's Movie Review!

Carmen and Jurko open the show recapping Bears vs Seahawks and previewing the Bears vs Bucs game and talk about just how good the Bucs defense is... don't sleep on their pass rush! Plus, Should the Bears take a swing on CJ Gardner Johnson after being cut by the Bills? Jurko makes his case against the move. The guys react to Shea saying the Lions are the Bears biggest threat to the Bears in the div...

Carmen and Jurko react to the Bears 34-17 win on MNF in Seattle! We hear from ejffrey Simmons on his experience in primetime, audio from the Manningcast, and do we know who the long term left tackle is?

Carmen and Jurko continue to dissect the Bears 34-17 win over Seattle and the impact of Jeffery "Big Jeff" Simmons. Jack leads the guys through a Tuesday edition of the brunch rush.. Plus, Jurko mourns Jerry Kossman.

Carmen and Jurko react to a 34-17 Bears victory over the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks! Just how much of an impact does Jeffery Simmons have on not only the defense, but the whole team?

Carmen and Jurko put the final touches on their picks and predictions for the Bears MNF battle with the Seahawks.. Calls from Bears fans all over the country heading to Seattle! Plus, Are there unspoken rules of Trick or Treating?

Carmen and Jurko continue their conversation prior to the Bears at Seahawks meeting on MNF.. Jurko gives his Keys to a victory in order for the beloved to bring home a victory!

Carmen and Jurko open the week discussing what the Bears need to do in order to top the Seahawks on MNF in Seattle.. What worries you most: Ben Johnson's play calling against Seattle's Defense or JSN and the Seattle offense vs the Bears D?

Carmen and Jurko revisit Ryan Poles' explanation for acquiring Jeffery Simmons, including his belief that elite interior defensive linemen are essential to winning championships and why Chicago may slow down its trade deadline activity. The guys discuss Simmons' expected debut against Seattle, the Bears' concerning yards-allowed-per-play numbers and whether the blockbuster move can transform their...