Shaw Local's Bears Insider Podcast

The Chicago Bears will head to Indianapolis next week for the NFL Scouting Combine as the NFL offseason takes shape. Here are three things that we can learn from the Bears at the combine. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears made their first cost-saving move of the offseason Thursday. Chicago announced that it released linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Just weeks after winning Super Bowl XX, members of the Chicago Bears brought their talents to the hardwood in the Illinois Valley. On February 20, 1986, IVCC hosted the “Good News Bears,” a charity basketball team made up of Chicago Bears players for a United Way fundraiser Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears’ potential move to Northwest Indiana took a key step Thursday morning. The Indiana House Ways and Means Committee passed an amended Indiana Senate bill 24-0 that would set up a framework for a new Bears stadium in the area. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears announced Thursday that they promoted Jeff King to be the team’s new assistant general manager. He'll replace Ian Cunningham, who left to become the general manager of the Atlanta Falcons last month. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The long-stalled legislation would allow the Bears to negotiate directly with local taxing bodies over the amount of taxes that should be paid on at least a portion of the sprawling property for up to 40 years Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The long-stalled legislation would allow the Bears to negotiate directly with local taxing bodies over the amount of taxes that should be paid on at least a portion of the sprawling property for up to 40 years Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Now that the Bears are good, the payroll decisions only become more of a puzzle, and shedding DJ Moore's salary could impact the defense more than his skillset affects the 2026 team and beyond, Marc Silverman writes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears officially announced four changes to Ben Johnson’s coaching staff on Wednesday for the 2026 season. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

In a letter sent to Chicago Bears season ticket holders Tuesday, team president and CEO Kevin Warren announced that season ticket prices would go up by an average of 13.5% in 2026. Warren cited “detailed analysis and market research” as the reasoning for the increase. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles will need to find a way to boost his defensive line this offseason in order to help the Bears build upon a successful 2025. Here's a look back at how Poles has tackled the line during his first four years in Chicago. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

From Capitol News Illinois: Lawmakers say a long-stalled proposal to help the Chicago Bears build a domed stadium in Arlington Heights is gaining “positive momentum,” as negotiations intensify over a bill that would freeze the team’s property tax assessment for up to 40 years Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears have shifted their focus to the offseason after a memorable 2025 and will have some big decision to make. Here’s a look at three key players on the Bears’ roster who are set to become free agents next month. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Long-stalled legislation that would give the Chicago Bears a long-term property tax break and pave the way to construction of a stadium complex on the prime Northwest suburban acreage is finally set to move this week in Springfield Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Long-stalled legislation that would give the Chicago Bears a long-term property tax break and pave the way to construction of a stadium complex on the prime Northwest suburban acreage is finally set to move this week in Springfield Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

In order to be at SoFi Stadium on Valentine’s Day 2027, the Bears must get to work immediately on many issues that need to be addressed now that the offseason has officially begun, Marc Silverman writes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears' defense flashed both good and bad in 2025. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the defense's season and what the Bears will need to do to improve it over the offseason. Plus, they talk about the Bears new coaches Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears' defense flashed both good and bad in 2025. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the defense's season and what the Bears will need to do to improve it over the offseason. Plus, they talk about the Bears new coaches. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears could receive a resolution of where the NFL franchise will build their new stadium in the coming months after a six-year process. Here's a look back at how the Bears got here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Over the past few weeks, Shaw Local has evaluated how each position group from the 2025 Chicago Bears did over the past season and started looking toward the offseason. Here’s a look at the special teams room. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Over the past few weeks, Shaw Local has evaluated how each position group from the 2025 Chicago Bears did over the past season and started looking toward the offseason. Here’s a look at the safety room. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears will reportedly promote the team’s passing game coordinator Press Taylor to be its new offensive coordinator. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Over the next few weeks, Shaw Local will evaluate how each position group from the 2025 Chicago Bears did over the past season and start looking toward the offseason. Here’s a look at the cornerback room. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Chicago Bears left guard Joe Thuney won the NFL’s inaugural Protector of the Year award Thursday night. The Bears also won the NFL's moments of the year while head coach Ben Johnson took fourth in Coach of the Year voting. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Downstate lawmakers haven’t moved an inch for a variety of reasons, none of which is good enough to not get this done immediately. And because of this, Illinois has allowed the state of Indiana to enter the game as a real player for the Bears stadium, Marc Silverman writes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .