Bears Nation Podcast

We are just under a week from the NFL draft and we have released our final big board for players available at #9 overall. We do an in-depth breakdown of each player and explain why that player would be a good fit for the Bears. Jake and Kevin have a surprising proposition of who the best player on this list may be and the type of player they may become. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episod...

The draft is just three weeks away so we prep you for rounds 1-3 with a live mock draft WITHOUT TRADES. Jake and Kevin fix the holes across the Bears roster using just four picks in the first three rounds. PLUS, is Jalen Carter completely off the Bears' board? Part 1: Jalen Carter updates Part 2: LIVE MOCK DRAFT Make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode

More singings are coming in and some Bears fans are pissed by Poles' lack of aggressiveness, but we explain why the Bears signings are high value and make sense given the direction of the franchise. We also give multiple players we think the Bears may still sign and breakdown what the direction will be for the 9th overall pick. Part 1: Breaking down D'onta Foreman, Robert Tonyan, Travis Ho...

Ryan Poles continues to show aggression this offseason as he makes a SPLASH on the first day of free agency and both Jake and Kevin give their in-depth analysis and thoughts on each of the moves made thus far. However, Poles isn't done so we run through the best fits among the remaining free agents and even propose a potential trade idea with one of the top offensive weapons in the league. And fin...

Jake and Kevin break down the biggest trade in Bears history as Ryan Poles collects not only future draft picks, but also a WR1 in D.J. Moore. We make a HUGE comparison to the D.J. Moore trade and detail how good he can be when paired with Justin fields. What do the Bears do at #9 now? We detail the lasting impact of the trade on not only the draft, but free agency as well for the Bears. Part 1: T...

In the first episode with the On Tap Sports Network, Jake and Kevin give you an hour of jam-packed Bears content just a week away from free agency. We dive into the possibilities available to the Bears in the free-agency market and who is no longer available via the franchise tag. Plus, rumours are heating up about a potential Bears trade that could happen sooner rather than later. Also, who caugh...

Let the mocks begin. Jake and Kevin simulate a two-round mock draft for the Bears WITH trades. We select a franchise altering player and an offensive weapona long with additional picks via a trade. Listen to find out how we were graded by PFF in our first mock draft of the offseason

Jake and Kevin return to grade (almost) every player on the defense including drastically different grades for certain players like Eddie Jackson and Dominique Robinson. How many players were graded an F? (MANY). Throughout the show, Jake and Kevin discuss who the potential cap casualties for the Bears could be this offseason and you might be shocked how much money can be gained through certain pl...

We kickoff the offseason officially with a loaded episode. We begin with a breakdown of the Kevin Warren hiring including reactions to his initial press conference. How much does he change the landscape of the team? We answer that and also answer the question of whether David Montgomery will be resigned or if a FA RB piques our interest. We finish the show by grading EACH key offensive player's se...

The Bears executed the tank PERFECTLY and have thus secured the #1 overall pick. Jake and Kevin discuss what the most optimal scenario is for the Bears in the draft and why taking a QB would be "the most colossal tactical error in NFL history." This impassioned episode is jam-packed with excitement and optimism as the Bears enter the most important 4 month stretch in team history. Part 1: Bears ge...

We know an extensive preview of Bears-Vikings probably isn't what you want to listen to, so we avoided that at all costs. We break down the possibility the Bears get number one overall and what else to watch for in week 18. We also run through a mock-offseason Kevin did and pinpoint specific names to target once FA comes around. Kevin also rants about pundits and "experts" who are willing to sugge...

Jake and Kevin bring you a JAM-PACKED episode full of debate and speculation. The Bears are close to hiring a new President/CEO so we discuss that possibility and why Kevin Warren is a solid name. Turmoil has ensued in Vegas, making a certain player potentially available via trade. We list 4 MAJOR names at WR and what the return/likelihood is they'll be traded. Rundown: Part 1: Kevin Warren news,...

Happy holidays! A fun episode with Kevin Lapka and Kellyn Gerenstein brings you a full 1hr & 10 minutes of Bears content....and more. We dove in to the Bears-Bills matchup, Justin Fields' pro bowl snub, holiday this or that and more fun Bears/holiday talk. If you're going to the game, STAY WARM! We appreciate all of you and hope you all have a wonderful holiday season. Part 1: Bears-Bills brea...

The Bears lost, but as Kevin explained, we are in the discovery phase of the season and we learned A LOT from sunday's game. Plus, the Bears are now flexed into the #2 overall pick, opening the opportunity for more draft possibilities. Part 1: Bears-Eagles recap Part 2: Concern for Poles drafting skill players? Part 3: Updated draft strategy Part 4: Can Fields make pro-bowl?

Jake Hasan, Kevin Lapka and Kellyn Gerenstein turn the eyes to 2023 for a majority of this episode to discuss how the Bears can be in the position possible come next year. Plus, did Fields outplay Rodgers on Sunday? Part 1: Fields, Bears breakdown vs. Packers Part 2: Will the NFL ever implement anti-tanking provisions? Part 3: Will the Bears target a WR via trade this offseason? Make sure to subsc...

The Bears face their storied rival once again but does this one mean as much? We debate how intense the game will be in comparison to a usual Bears-Packers bout and whether Justin Fields will truly be at 100%. We also suggest different draft scenarios and the implications this game has on draft order and strategy for the Bears.

The Chicago Bears found another way to lose, but this time at the extent of the quarterback. We break down what happened in the loss and how it affects the future of the team going forward now that they're slated to have a top-3 pick. Part 1: Fields injury Part 2: Getsy play-calling, Claypool not a ton of snaps Part 3: Draft update  Part 4: Other quick hits Make sure to subscribe to never mis...

Yes, the Bears are bad, but it doesn't mean Sunday won't be interesting. We explain how Sunday could be an all-time day once again for Justin Fields and the Bears offense and why Fields might be extra motivated for this game. Plus, our bold predictions are HOT this week and Jake & Kevin picked opposite on score predictions, meaning the tie at the top (6-3) of our picking records will be broken...

Things got HEATED in this episode as Kevin Lapka and Jake Hasan go back and forth on the significance of the Bears 31-30 loss to the Lions. With the loss putting the Bears right in the top-10 of the draft order, we discuss whether the Bears "Need" a top-5 pick and what the strategy were to look like if they remained at the #6 overall pick. Plus a full breakdown of what we liked/disliked from Sunda...

On this episode, Jake Hasan and Kevin Lapka breakdown how the Bears can defeat the Lions and begin a win streak that could be influential for a potential playoff berth. After being a healthy scratch last week, Jake and Kevin have a major debate about the reality of Velus Jones Jr. and whether they'd have him or Byron Pringle on the field on Sunday. As usual, we close the show with our boldest pred...

The Bears have their guy, and we explain how that makes us feel just as if not more excited as we were in 2018. Following another historic performance, the expectations for the Bears and Justin Fields have been raised and we determine how soon we could see the Bears be a top team in the league. Plus, with a favorable schedule upcoming, can you see them go on a run? A full of hour of relatively pos...

Could we see another 30 point game for the Bears offense on Sunday? Can the Bears pull off a shootout vs. the Dolphins? Jake and Kevin answer these questions and more as Justin Fields, Darnell Mooney and Chase Claypool try to go toe-to-toe with Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle and Tua at Soldier Field. We make official score predictions and bold predictions for the big game. Be sure to use code "BEARS"...

Kevin Lapka and Kellyn spend a full 90 minutes talking EVERYTHING Bears. 1. First 40 minutes: For the first half of the show we breakdown the Chase Claypool trade including the compensation, how it helps Fields and why we like the move 2. Bears therapy: For the remainder of the show we answer viewer questions and discuss the Bears' current situation and even compare it to a team that surprised eve...

Jake, Kevin AND Kellyn join forces to break down the stunning trade of star LB Roquan Smith and how it impacts the immediate future of the Chicago Bears. Ryan Poles has a plan and we detail what that plan may be. Last Sunday, the Bears lost big to the Cowboys, but we've never felt more good about the team and the quarterback. Plus, can Justin Fields be the best QB in the NFC by next year? Make sur...

In the first episode of Bears therapy, Kevin Lapka and Kellyn Gerenstein make you feel better about your favorite football team by explaining how it's always better with our beloved bears than what it is made out to be. Additionally, we breakdown Bears-Cowboys and explain how we believe the Bears can pull off the upset on the road for the second straight week. Make sure to subscribe and use code '...