Shaw Local's Bears Insider Podcast

The Chicago Bears haven't made as much of a splash in NFL free agency as they have in the past. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the moves they have made in a week and whether they're enough. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

NFL free agency produced plenty of drama this week. But Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles has had a quieter free agency so far. Here’s a look at every player the Bears have signed so far. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears acted quickly to trade for center Garrett Bradbury after Drew Dalman's sudden retirement. Here's how Bradbury can help Caleb Williams continue his growth. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Next week is a “big, big, big” week for hopes of a Chicago Bears stadium in the suburbs as state legislators return to Springfield to debate a tax break and other financial incentives, Arlington Heights Mayor Jim Tinaglia said Thursday Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

Next week is a “big, big, big” week for hopes of a Chicago Bears stadium in the suburbs as state legislators return to Springfield to debate a tax break and other financial incentives, Arlington Heights Mayor Jim Tinaglia said Thursday 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 met with reporters Thursday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest a day after NFL free agency officially started. Here are three of the most interesting things Poles said. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

You don’t have to win free agency in order to win games, but the pressure is on Bears GM Ryan Poles to find guys who can pressure the quarterback in next month’s draft, Marc Silverman writes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The NFL officially started a new year at 3 p.m. Wednesday, which marked the official start of free agency. The Chicago Bears' trades that included DJ Moore and Garrett Bradbury became official while the team reportedly made another signing. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears named defensive tackle Andrew Billings as their 2025 Ed Block Courage Award recipient Tuesday. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears will bring in a veteran wide receiver and returner who has experience with Bears head coach Ben Johnson. Chicago will reportedly sign former Detroit Lion Kalif Raymond. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Bears will reportedly sign left tackle Braxton Jones to a one-year, $10 million deal Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears won’t receive any compensatory picks for the hiring of Ian Cunningham. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears filled their open starting linebacker spot Monday afternoon by bringing in a veteran. Chicago will reportedly sign Devin Bush to a three-year, $30 million contract. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears filled one of their two open starting safety spots Monday by reportedly bringing in a Super Bowl champion. The Bears reportedly signed Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal, per multiple reports. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears reportedly started their free agent contract negotiating period Monday by beefing up their defensive tackle depth. They reportedly signed veteran Neville Gallimore to a two-year, $12 million contract. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears will be bringing back linebacker D’Marco Jackson, per multiple reports. The team reportedly signed Jackson to a two-year, $10.5 million deal. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

NFL free agency will start this week as teams are allowed to start negotiating with free agents Monday morning before the new league year starts Wednesday. Here's the latest Chicago Bears free agency news. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears likely won’t be searching for a new center once free agency starts next week. Chicago reportedly acquired Garrett Bradbury from the New England Patriots for a 2027 fifth-round pick Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

NFL free agency is set to start next week, and the Chicago Bears have different roster needs to address. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what those needs are and whether they can address them next week Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

NFL free agency is set to start next week, and the Chicago Bears have different roster needs to address. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what those needs are and whether they can address them next week. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

During a ceremony at Oswego East High School on Wednesday, Oswego East High School junior Danielle Stone was recognized as a Chicago Bears Community High School All-Star. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

NFL free agency will start next week and the Chicago Bears should be active as they try to build upon last season's success under Ben Johnson. Here’s a look at the Bears’ top three positions of need heading into free agency. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The offseason of hard decisions continued for the Chicago Bears continued Thursday night. The team reportedly released linebacker Tremaine Edmunds. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

The Chicago Bears will trade wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills, per multiple reports. The Bears acquired Moore in 2023 from the Carolina Panthers as part of their trade for the 2023 NFL Draft's No. 1 overall pick. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .

It has been 41 years since the Bears won at least one playoff game in consecutive seasons, Marc Silverman writes, which is why Bears GM Ryan Poles should trade for Maxx Crosby Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support .