CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

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...

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&q...

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 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....

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 omnyst...

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,...

  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 o...

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 A...

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 avai...

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...

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 te...

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...

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 chal...

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...

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...

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 tea...

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...

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 – De...

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...

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 Mo...

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,...

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 w...

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 Bre...

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! T...

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 M...