CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

Chicago native Paul Pabst joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to discuss national headlines, including where prominent QBs such as Aaron Rodgers and Sam Darnold may end up following two very different seasons. Could Matthew Stafford be on the move despite leading the Los Angeles Ram to the playoffs? Later, we look at trade candidates around the league to see who could be a fit for the Bears if they move...

Following a 12-loss season, the Chicago Bears plan to increase season ticket prices for fans by 10% in 2025. Is the home schedule in line with the price increase? Later, we dive into our 2025 storyline wishlist. Would we want to see Aaron Rodgers play against the Bears again? ALLCITY Draft Analyst Fran Duffy joins for his weekly hit to discuss possible fits for the Bears with their 1st-round pick....

Adam Hoge is back from vacation as the Franchise Tag window begins today. Important decisions loom for players such as Trey Smith, Sam Darnold and Tee Higgins that could impact the Chicago Bears. Later, we reveal our free agent wishlist. Who’s in each of our top-3? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://...

As the Chicago Bears move through the NFL offseason, the CHGO Bears crew looks at the roster bubble to determine who has an edge on making the 2025 roster and who might be looking elsewhere. Is captain Cole Kmet firmly entrenched on the roster? Which Bears free agents could be brought back? Later we’re joined by Sam Bruchhaus of Sumer Sports to talk Senior Bowl prospects to find fits for the Bears...

Chicago Bears Assistant GM Ian Cunningham interviews with the Jacksonville Jaguars today. Should Bears fans be rooting for him to be hired due to the two 3rd round compensatory draft picks they would receive? Or should they root for him to stay with the Bears as Ryan Poles’ right-hand man? Taylor Doll joins of Windy City Gridiron and 1010 XL in Jacksonville joins to give both perspectives of the i...

The Super Bowl is officially in the rearview mirror and the NFL offseason is starting to take shape. Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp is reportedly available via trade. Could he be the replacement to Keenan Allen in the Chicago Bears WR room? Plus, Aaron Rodgers has been told that he won’t be retained by the New York Jets. Could he once again find himself in the NFC North? Later, we talk to Ross Tu...

Super Bowl Champion Mekhi Becton hits the free agent market and could fill a big need for the Chicago Bears. ALLCITY draft analyst Fran Duffy joins to give his take on Becton and also continues his weekly preview of potential Bears targets in the NFL Draft. We also talk to ESPN's Chris Canty. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

Albert Breer reported Tuesday morning that Chicago Bears Assistant GM Ian Cunningham will interview for the Jacksonville Jaguars GM vacancy on Friday. What does that mean for the Bears in draft capital AND in possibly having to replace Ryan Poles’ right-hand man? Later, we talk to NFL on FOX reporter Jay Glazer and former NFL O-Lineman Geoff Schwartz. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CH...

The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59 Sunday night. Today the CHGO Bears react to the game from a variety of angles. Which player should Bears fans want MOST that played in the Super Bowl? What can Dennis Allen do to be the Bears version of Vic Fangio? Plus, Saquon Barkley revealed he was close to signing with the Bears in the offseason. How diofferent would the...

It’s the final day of Radio Row in New Orleans! Today, David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs join the show to preview exactly what the Chicago Bears are getting in new Head Coach Ben Johnson. Later, it’s PART 2 of Jaxson Smith-Njigba on the show. Last year he warned Bears fans of what they were getting with then-Offensive Coordinator Shane Waldron. What can he warn us of this year? Join Adam Hoge, Mar...

The Chicago Bears organization was suddenly shaken Thursday as matriarch Virginia McCaskey passed away at the age of 102. The CHGO Bears Podcast is live from Media Row in New Orleans with reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another jam-packed episode of the CHGO Bears Podcast LIVE from New Orleans! Today, DJ Moore and Rome Odunze join the show to discuss Ben Johnson becoming the new Chicago Bears Head Coach. Plus, how excited are they to have Antwaan Randle El as their WR Coach? Later, we catch up with several guests including Kyle Long, Nate Tice and Mitch Holthus, the voice of the Kansas City Chiefs. Join Adam Hoge...

Day 2 at the Super Bowl was busy as expected. CHGO Bears caught up with Trey Smith on Opening Night. Smith is focused on the Super Bowl but also talked his contract desires and pizza love. Other guests include Matt Nagy, Vic Fangio, Khari Blasingame, Tomas Dimitroff, Chris Simms and Dave Toub. Plus, Courtney Cronin starts the show with us. Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. host the CHGO B...

The CHGO Bears Podcast is LIVE from Radio Row in New Orleans! Former Bears RB Matt Forte joins to begin the show. What does the former RB think about the Bears current run game? We also discuss the terms of new Head Coach Ben Johnson's contract after they were revealed by ESPN's Courtney Cronin. Was it a good deal for the Bears? Later, we discuss Eric Bieniemy being signed by Chicago to be the new...

The Chicago Bears coordinators spoke to the media this morning as Ben Johnson rounds his coaching staff into shape. Dennis Allen comes in as the DC with a ton of experience as Declan Doyle is the opposite while being the youngest OC in the NFL at 28. Familiar face Richard Hightower is returning as the Special teams coordinator. We’ll react to everything they had to say to the media! Also, Clarence...

Chicago media legend Dan McNeil makes his CHGO debut after writing his latest book I Bear Witness. McNeil talks all things Bears with Adam Hoge and Mark Carman looking back at the 1985 Bears and all the missteps that occurred leading up to today. Hoge discusses his latest piece on Ben Johnson and how the Bears finally adjusted their hiring process. Carm considers playing the harmonica to celebrate...

The CHGO Bears crew does a deep dive on new Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen. Allen has the experience, but what else does he offer to the Chicago Bears defense? Later, Mike Hoss, the voice of the New Orleans Saints joins the show to give an inside look at Allen from the perspective of the Saints. How was he regarded in New Orleans. Plus, how lucky are the Bears that they didn't hire Liam Cohen?...

On Sunday night, Ben Johnson added Dennis Allen as Defensive Coordinator and Declan Doyle as Offensive Coordinator to his Chicago Bears staff. Today, the CHGO Bears crew does a deep dive on the staffto see what the first-year Head Coach is assembling. Zac Stevens of DNVR Broncos joins to give us an inside look at Doyle, following his job as Broncos TE Coach last season. Later we track the latest c...

Ben Johnson acted swiftly to supplement is Chicago Bears staff, adding Declan Doyle and Dennis Allen as Offensive and Defensive Coordinators respectively Sunday night. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. as they react to the breaking news on an Emergency edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

The week started out fast as Ben Johnson was named the next Head Coach for the Chicago Bears. Now, Ben Johnson looks to fill out his coaching staff. It appeared earlier in the week that there was momentum for some different names such as Dennis Allen as DC and Hank Fraley as OC. Since then, momentum has slowed and the search continues. Should Bears fans be worried or stay patient? Joining the show...

Ben Johnson is a Chicago Bear! Now, Bears Tight End Cole Kmet joins the show to react to the big news. Will Johnson be just what the Bears offense needs? Later, FS1’s Nick Wright joins to give the national perspective of the Ben Johnson news. Cole Kmet joins Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz....

Ben Johnson was officially introduced as the Chicago Bears’ new head coach and the CHGO Bears Podcast was there to cover it. Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs give their initial thoughts on the big day and also react to comments from general manager Ryan Poles, team president Kevin Warren and chairman George McCaskey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for i...

It’s a special edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast following the hiring of Ben Johnson as the next Chicago Bears Head Coach! The 2-hour special features several amazing guests including Field Yates, Kat Terrell, Fran Duffy and more! Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. as they break down the signing, evaluate the staff Johnson will have to assemble and get several different perspectives o...

The Chicago Bears made the move, hiring Ben Johnson as their next Head Coach! One day after the Detroit Lions were eliminated from the playoffs, the Bears acted swiftly to hire the hottest candidate on the market. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on an Emergency edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information a...

The Detroit Lions surprisingly lost in the Divisional Round to the Washington Commanders on Sunday. This means that the Ben Johnson sweepstakes can officially begin as the Lions Offensive Coordinator is now available to take in-person interviews. Are the Chicago Bears the favorite? What happens if the Bears AREN’T the favorite? Who is Plan B? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. as the...