Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears

Caleb Williams landed the Madden cover, is the Chicago Bears QB set to be the face of the NFL?? Kevin Waren has no stadium still, Rome Odunze and Kyler Gordon concerns and is Luther Burden the player to buy the most stock into for this upcoming season?    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to...

ESPN gave a bold prediction for Caleb Williams to win MVP this season, so we explore what that path would look like for the Chicago Bears. We also check in on Ben Johnson as a Coach of the Year candidate and whether any Bears can be darkhorse options for other NFL awards. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Tw...

Rome Odunze's foot may never get back to normal, and Kyler Gordon's ongoing soft tissue injuries are frustrating Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears. Plus, Caleb Williams is officially the new cover athlete for Madden and is becoming a true superstar as one of the faces of the NFL. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBea...

The Chicago Bears need Grady Jarrett to get back to a higher quality of play to help improve their significant weakness on the interior defensive line. He started to play better as he got healthier last season, and he should provide a boost if he can avoid injuries in 2026. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on...

The Chicago Bears still don't have an Illinois stadium bill after the state legislature convened its session without a deal in place, leaving the process in limbo once again. Either Kevin Warren and the Bears are botching the situation, or they're fully gearing up for a move to Indiana and trying to shift the blame. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo...

Ben Johnson's emphasis on Caleb Williams' completion percentage is more about the offensive operation as a whole than just the quarterback's accuracy. The 70 percent mark is a goal to strive for, not the expectation or the threshold for success/failure. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twit...

Ben Johnson says he's buying stock in Luther Burden at Chicago Bears OTAs, and for good reason. But that doesn't mean Rome Odunze is going to fall behind. Plus, Jaylon Johnson showed up for voluntary practices as his head coach takes a more hands-on approach with the Bears' defense this offseason. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA F...

The Chicago Bears worked out free agent edge rusher A.J. Epenesa right as trade rumors started heating up around Josh Sweat of the Arizona Cardinals. Either one could make more sense for Ryan Poles than some of the other pass rushers available this offseason, but is the general manager ready to make a move? - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC...

Tyson Bagent said the Chicago Bears are going to the Super Bowl? Is this something Caleb Williams backup should be saying? Jaylon Johnson not at OTAs and Kyler Gordon is hurt and the Bears bring in Aj Apenesa for a visit.    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and...

OTAs are when the Chicago Bears' biggest roster battles officially begin and new players can make their first impression on the coaching staff. It's hard to learn about the linemen with no pads, but the secondary and skill positions can show us a lot. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitte...

Ben Johnson will make the Chicago Bears' trio of Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet and Sam Roush the best tight end group in the NFL this year. Teams like the Rams, Bills, Texans and Saints belong in the conversation, but the trio in Chicago is primed for an even bigger season in 2026. - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitter.com/locked...

Jaylon Johnson isn't at Chicago Bears voluntary workouts, but it's not a real concern unless he misses mandatory practices. Instead, the focus needs to be on a wide open battle at left tackle and a defensive line that has to play a lot better in 2026. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitte...

The Chicago Bears slow progress on a new stadium leaves doubts about Kevin Warren's leadership, but it's still too soon to judge the process fully. Some of it is out of the team's control, but Warren and the Bears haven't handled the situation as well as they could. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter:...

The Chicago Bears are lacking depth at key positions on both sides of the ball tha run a serious risk for injuries derailing their 2026 season.  It's a gamble that could cause real problems in Ben Johnson's second year or leave them just fine if the odds play out in their favor.  - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBea...

What are the 4 key games for the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams & Ben Johnson in 2026? Where do D'Andre Swift & Kyle Monangai compare to the rest of the running back rooms in the NFL? Kevin Warren still hasn't locked down a stadium yet, when will it end?    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access t...

The Chicago Bears are a popular pick to regress in 2026, but fewer turnovers and 4th quarter comebacks doesn't mean the team will be worse in Ben Johnson's second season. The Bears will also improve in other ways, making them a more well-rounded team, even if they don't win 11 games again. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @L...

The Chicago Bears didn't add much for Caleb Williams this offseason, but they again put a lot of resources toward supporting Dennis Allen in free agency and the NFL Draft. We explore the biggest winners and losers from all the offseason moves. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lo...

The Chicago Bears schedule is out! What's the toughest stretch for Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams this year? The Bears are a major primetime team this year and our first look at their 2026 record.    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our...

The Chicago Bears have a tough schedule that will test them throughout the season, with the most important stretch coming in the final three games. Their Week 10 bye is in the perfect spot though, and it could be a pivotal moment for Ben Johnson's second season. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: htt...

The Chicago Bears have the hardest strength of schedule in the NFL for the 2026 season, but the metric doesn't paint a very accurate picture of the slate this fall. We look at what makes the traditional strength of schedule metric unreliable and get a better sense of how tough the path will be for year two under Ben Johnson. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channe...

The Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft picks don't have to be breakout stars to still be important contributors during their rookie season. We compare Dillion Thieneman and Logan Jones to other recent safeties and centers in their first year to set expectations for the start of their careers. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @Lock...

Do you have higher expectations for Rome Odunze, Luther Burden or Coleston Loveland this year? Where does Ben Johnson rank amongst head coaches in the NFL? The Bears add Scotty Miller, but should they add more veteran depth?    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, a...

The Chicago Bears' 14 undrafted rookies include the best tackle-breaking RB in the draft, a backup QB from Caleb Williams' past and some mean blockers. Ben Johnson and offensive coordinator Press Taylor shared what they like about the UDFAs they added from rookie minicamp. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on T...

The Chicago Bears insist their defensive line is talented enough and just need to be coached better. That puts all the pressure on Dennis Allen. If he can't generate a better pass rush and overall defense in 2026, then he'll be on the hot seat with real questions about his job security. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @Lock...

Tyrique Stevenson vs Malik Muhammad? Left tackle? What are the most important camp battles for the Chicago Bears this offseason. The latest on a new stadium and Zah Frazier cut out of nowhere without ever playing for the team.    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord,...