Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have plenty to dive into as they break down the latest Chicago Bears storylines and news from around the NFL. 0:00 PFF 6:20 Terrion Arnold 9:30 Mark Sanchez 11:00 Top 10 Tight Ends 16:30 Kevin O'Connell 21:45 Chicago Bears Position Groups The guys react to PFF’s quarterback rankings entering the season and tackle an interesting debate: if you could choose one quar...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest on the Bears stadium saga as Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch confirms that “conversations are happening” between the Bears and state lawmakers. Plus, tickets are still available to hear Bears president and CEO Kevin Warren speak in Lake Forest on July 16. 0:00 Kevin Warren 3:30 Bears Stadium 12:00 Best Offensive Environments in the NFL 20:3...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest twist in the Bears stadium saga after voters in Porter County, Indiana, made it clear they have no interest in paying new taxes to help fund a new home for the franchise. 0:00 Bears Stadium 10:00 Ben Johnson 12:15 2024 Draft 18:00 Leonard Floyd 21:30 Motivated Dayo 26:10 Top 10 Edge Rushers The guys discuss what the latest development means f...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest Chicago Bears news and storylines. 0:00 Top 25 Under 25 9:00 Stuff and Things 17:00 Bears Rookies 31:30 Top 10 - ESPN They react to CBS Sports’ list of the 25 best NFL players under 25 and discuss which Bears earned a spot on the ranking. Plus, insights from the Bears’ official website help shed light on some of the team's newest rookie draft...

Forward Progress brings you the latest Chicago Bears and NFL news, analysis, and debate with Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola. New episodes drop every weekday (Monday–Friday) at 1 p.m. CT. On today’s episode: 0:00 Caleb and The Pope 10:00 Bears Offseason Grade 15:00 Best Roster in the NFL 22:00 Taylor & Travis's Wedding 30:00 NFL Viewership #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebw...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the biggest stories surrounding the Chicago Bears and the NFL. Get the latest news, analysis, and conversation every weekday on Forward Progress. New episodes drop daily at 1 p.m. CT. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podc...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down some of the biggest stories around the NFL, including ESPN’s removal of a report involving former Bear Mike Pennel and the latest on Brendan Sorsby’s pursuit to play this season. 0:00 Mike Pennel 5:00 Brendan Sorsby 9:00 Ben Solak's Bold Predictions The guys also dive into analyst Ben Solak’s bold NFL predictions — separating the realistic from the down...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola revisit the Dianna Russini situation as another questionable claim surfaces—this time over something so minor it raises bigger concerns about credibility and trust. The guys break down what it could mean and why it matters. 0:00 Russini 11:30 Ben Johnson 15:30 Offseason Grades They also shift to the NFL, asking an intriguing question: could Ben Johnson make a run...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest twists in the Chicago Bears’ ongoing stadium saga. SI.com’s Albert Breer sizes up every NFL team heading into the summer and preview what to watch as training camp approaches. The guys also discuss a key message for Caleb Williams entering the 2026 season: stay within the offense, do less, and let success come. 0:00 Bears Stadium 2:00 Albert...

On this episode, Dan Bernstein discusses Bears President Kevin Warren's upcoming "Talking Football" event, suggesting frustrated Bears fans should show up and make their voices heard. With emotions still running high over the stadium situation, team direction, and front office decisions, Bears fans have plenty of questions they want answered. In this episode, we break down: What Kevin Warren's eve...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the upcoming Hallmark movie featuring cameo appearances from Bears coaches and players. Plus, ESPN’s Bill Barnwell ranks the NFL’s top wide receivers, tight ends, and running backs, and the guys react. They also share the latest details on Bears Training Camp as key dates and info are released. 0:00 Bears Hallmark Movie 8:30 ESPN Bill Barnwell 12:45 Lio...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest New York Times report on Dianna Russini, diving into the irony and hypocrisy that stand out most. 0:00 Russini 25:00 Bears/NFL notes They also share a quick update on the Bears’ ongoing stadium saga from today’s Dan Bernstein Unfiltered, take an early look at the team’s depth chart, and recap the highlights from Tight End University. #chicago...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola applaud the Chicago Bears for finally stepping into negotiations with Illinois lawmakers on a new stadium proposal. 0:00 Bears Stadium 7:00 Xavier Carlton 9:00 NFL-UFL 13:00 Bears TEs 18:00 Top 100 Players Plus, a breakdown of the Bears’ tight ends, a look at the UFL, and the top standout performers from NFC West spring workouts. All that and more in a packed podc...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest developments in the Chicago Bears’ stadium situation—full details on today’s episode of Dan Bernstein Unfiltered. 0:00 Bears Stadium 3:30 Ben's Circle of Trust 10:00 NFC North 18:15 Mike Pennel 29:45 NFL.com - Playoff Drought They also dive into which two contracts could have the biggest negative impact on the Bears this season and examine Be...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the early run of good fortune surrounding Ben Johnson as he steps into life as an NFL Offensive Coordinator and Head Coach. 0:00 Bears 9:50 Tight End U 12:35 Caleb / Rory 23:00 NFL News & Notes The guys also take a closer look at four Bears players whose stock has taken a hit since OTAs, and why expectations may be shifting. Plus, Dan draws a fascin...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down a smarter way to evaluate Caleb Williams’ success—going beyond simple completion percentage. 0:00 Caleb Williams 10:00 Vita Vea 15:00 8 NFL Players to Watch 20:45 Matt Eberflus 26:45 Backup QBs They also explore a situation developing in Tampa Bay that could catch Ryan Poles’ attention, revisit just how rough Matt Eberflus’ stint in Dallas really was (w...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the growing rockstar aura around Caleb Williams, as witnessed from second-year wide receiver Luther Burden. 0:00 Caleb Williams 6:00 Green Bay 14:00 NFL News & Notes They also dive into rising tensions between Wisconsin lawmakers and the Green Bay Packers over the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961—before offering up their own solution for the franchis...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest Chicago Bears storylines, including Kalif Raymond’s advice to rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and a look at two new UFL additions to the roster. 0:00 Bears 11:00 Jaylon Johnson 24:20 NFL News and Notes They also dive into the status of star cornerback Jaylon Johnson—is he back? Plus, the guys hit the biggest NFL news and notes: who might ha...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down what the Chicago Bears’ potential move to a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana would mean for fans—focusing on the real-world logistics of getting to and from games. 0:00 Ben Johnson 4:30 Driving to/from Hammond 18:30 Russini Story 25:00 Bears QB Groups 29:00 Caleb Williams The guys also dive into the evolving power structure at Halas Hall, where it’s beco...

The Chicago Bears veteran minicamp and there are several key position battles that are far from settled heading into training camp. Joining Dan Bernstein on the show is Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to break down the biggest competitions on the roster, including the battles along the offensive line, wide receiver depth chart, defensive end rotation, and more. We also discuss Caleb Williams' devel...

For decades, Chicago Bears fans have debated the strengths and weaknesses of the McCaskey family's ownership of the franchise. From preserving the franchise's historic identity to maintaining organizational stability and investing in the team's future, we're taking a balanced look. Is there something the McCaskeys deserve more credit for? Or do the results on the field outweigh any positives...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down Day 1 of the Bears’ mandatory minicamp, including the lack of follow-up on Rome Odunze’s comments about his much-discussed foot. 0:00 Bears 9:30 Defense 16:20 Todd Monken 21:00 Mike Vrabel They highlight standout performances, with Kalif Raymond catching Ben Johnson’s eye and Jaylon Johnson impressing multiple observers. The guys also note Shemar Turner...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola examine whether the modern NFL business landscape has passed the McCaskey family by. While neither expects the family to actually sell the Bears, they make the case that doing so could be the smartest long-term move—unlocking generational wealth while preserving the Halas/McCaskey legacy. They also discuss how, despite owning one of the league’s cornerstone franch...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola take a hard look at the Chicago Bears’ ongoing business-side dysfunction—and how it could impact the future of franchise quarterback Caleb Williams. 0:00 Caleb 21:00 UFL 29:30 Bears Left Tackle The guys break down Kevin Warren’s questionable timing when it comes to major announcements, from overshadowing Packer Week with stadium project noise to stepping on Caleb’...

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest statement from George McCaskey and Kevin Warren, in which the Chicago Bears reaffirm their commitment to a future stadium project—this time pointing to Hammond, Indiana—while simultaneously admitting that no actual site has been selected. The guys dissect the mixed messaging and what it reveals about the state of the plan, questioning whether...