Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears rookie minicamp gave us updates on how Ozzy Trapilo is transitioning to left tackle and where Shemar Turner is going to play on the defensive line. Ben Johnson cautioned everyone about any trench battles being decided before the pads go on at training camp. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twi...

The Chicago Bears find at least one gem in undrafted free agency every year, and the latest crop has a handful of players with a real shot to make the team. The best opportunities are on defense, where a rookie can make the 53-man roster for their special teams ability while they develop. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @Lo...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew reacts to the Locked On Network's latest 2025 NFL Power Rankings as put together by members of the Locked On NFL Channel. The Philadelphia Eagles come in at #1, but do the Kansas City Chiefs go to #2 after losing the Super Bowl? Our panel reacts to the Top 10, Bottom 10, and which teams in the middle of the pack could jump into the Top 10. Support Us By Supportin...

Rome Odunze is primed for a breakout Year 2 in 2025, but that could cut into what Luther Burden can do for his rookie season with the Chicago Bears. It'll be a challenge for Ben Johnson to spread the ball around between them, D.J. Moore, Cole Kmet and Colston Loveland (and don't forget D'Andre Swift). - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeG...

The Chicago Bears had some big winners this offseason that didn't get any new competition, while some of the losers are now desperately fighting for their jobs. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lockedonbears Like Locked on Bears on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/LockedOnBea...

The Chicago Bears 2025 NFL Draft class was all about long-term team-building, not short-term thinking to try and save Ryan Poles' job. It shows he is comfortable with his job security, regardless of whether he's signed a contract extension yet or not. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitte...

Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland won't be able to participate in practice until training camp at the earliest. That's going to slow him down. He might not have a breakout rookie season like Brock Bowers, but it shouldn't stop him from having a great career as a first-round pick. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follo...

The Chicago Bears will have an open competition at left tackle with second-round rookie Ozzy Trapilo entering the mix. How that battle plays out will create its own set of questions for the future of Braxton Jones, Kiran Amegadjie and the offensive line. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twi...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew reacts to Shedeur Sanders massive slide in the NFL Draft and how it was ultimately covered. Which NFL teams had the best first-round selections and which QB drafted has the best chance at playing right away and being in the offensive rookie of the year conversation? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also a...

The Chicago Bears missed out on multiple running back targets in the NFL Draft, fueling rumors of interest in free agent Nick Chubb. Ryan Poles might want more depth at the position, but he doesn't need to add a big name. Seventh-round rookie Nick Monangai can be a contributor right away as a rookie. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGH...

The Chicago Bears could move either Gervon Dexter or rookie Shemar Turner to defensive end, but is that the best position for either one of them? Dennis Allen needs another edge rusher on his depth chart, but Ryan Poles could be better served looking for another veteran free agent this offseason. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Fo...

After the Chicago Bears drafted Colston Loveland and Luther Burden with their first two picks, Ben Johnson sent a message to the veterans on his roster. It felt targeted toward Cole Kmet and D.J. Moore, but everyone's going to have to step up and compete if they want to stick around for the long term. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeG...

The Chicago Bears didn't fill all their needs in the 2025 NFL Draft, but Ryan Poles still had some really solid picks along with a few head-scratchers. We go through the best and the worst of the draft class and look ahead to what work the Bears' roster still needs. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter:...

The theme for the Chicago Bears three second-round picks was all about versatility and flexibility. Wide receiver Luther Burden, offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo and defensive lineman Shemar Turner open up what Ben Johnson and Dennis Allen can do with their personnel. We break down all three Bears picks with the help of our Locked on Podcast Network college hosts that covered each of the prospects up...

The Chicago Bears see Michigan tight end Colston Loveland as a dynamic play-maker that can take Ben Johnson's offense to new heights. We go through Loveland's scouting report and explore why Ryan Poles took him over Tyler Warren. Plus, we preview the best players available entering the second round. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA...

NFL Draft rumors are coming out fast and furious for the Chicago Bears, and it's hard to know what's real and what's a smokescreen. We check in on the latest buzz about trading up for Abdul Carter, trading down Kelvin Banks and where the truth may lie. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitt...

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles set the stage for the NFL Draft with an open mind at his pre-draft press conference. He said the Bears could move Darnell Wright to left tackle if the team drafts a right tackle, and we should expect to see some major movement up and down on draft weekend. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Fo...

The Chicago Bears' decisions in the NFL Draft will tell us a lot about what Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson think about specific players and positions on their roster. It will also show how much influence the new coaching staff has on the draft with the prospects they might prefer. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears...

Who the Chicago Bears take in the first round will influence how they approach the rest of the NFL Draft, so it's important to look at the draft class more holistically. Build your own Bears mock draft along with us, picking the best combinations for how Ryan Poles should pick after the first round of the NFL Draft. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo...

The Chicago Bears gave linebacker T.J. Edwards a nice contract extension a few years after locking up cornerback Kyler Gordon to a long-term deal. Both are good value for Ryan Poles, and new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen envisions Gordon playing a bigger role in 2025. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on T...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew reacts to the Locked On Network's league wide mock draft. Which rookies are offensive rookie and defensive rookie of the year candidates. Which picks did the panel disagree with, and which teams had the best mock draft?   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and ente...

Who will the Las Vegas Raiders, New York Jets, Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints and Chicago Bears select in the 2025 NFL Draft? Ashton Jeanty, Tetairoa McMillan, Jalon Walker, Tyler Warren and Armand Membou come off the board. Locked On’s seven-episode Mock Draft is here.  For every episode of the 2025 Locked On NFL Mock Draft search Locked On NFL Draft wherever you get your podcasts.   Suppo...

Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen prefers a specific type of defensive end, and he can find plenty of options to like in the NFL Draft even beyond the first round. We go through the best fits at the top of the draft, Day 2 and in the late rounds to find the best fits for the new Bears defense. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4i...

The Chicago Bears need to address tight end in the NFL Draft, even if it isn't with Penn State's Tyler Warren in the first round. Ben Johnson can find plenty of talented weapons in the draft that would be great complements to Cole Kmet and Caleb Williams. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://tw...

If Ryan Poles is going to take a running back with the 10th pick in the NFL Draft, it has to be Ashton Jeanty from Boise State. North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton visited the Chicago Bears on Monday, but he doesn't belong in the mix unless the team trades down. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twit...