The Chicago Bears Podcast

Pat The Designer and ESPN’s Courtney Cronin break down all the key takeaways from Day 6 of Chicago Bears Training Camp, brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group. Pat reacts to how two of the Bears’ top rookies — tight end Colston Loveland and wide receiver Luther Burden — are trending in opposite directions early in camp. The crew also dives into Ben Johnson’s complex offensive system and how...

Day 5 of Bears Camp was full of action with pads coming on for the first time. 💥 The offensive line made their presence felt 🚀 Rookie WR Luther Burden made his highly anticipated camp debut 🔥 QB Caleb Williams continued trending upward as he gains rhythm with the offense Pat The Designer breaks it all down brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana: Wha...

Pat The Designer and former Bears fullback Jason McKie are back with another episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, presented by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. Live from Bears Camp, the guys dive into the early growth they’ve seen from the team — but also the struggles that remain. They break down how the defense is adapting quickly to Dennis Allen’s new schem...

The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and ESPN’s Courtney Cronin — powered by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana — breaks down the latest updates from Bears Training Camp. Courtney shares insights on wide receiver Luther Burden’s injury status and whether there’s real concern. The offense continues to face early practice struggles, but signs of progress...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer is joined by ESPN Chicago legend Tom Waddle, live from Halas Hall. Waddle starts by praising Ben Johnson’s high‑energy coaching style, sharing how his intensity is already making an impact on the players. They then discuss Caleb Williams breaking old habits, explaining how he’s cleaner in the pocket, more decisive, and embracing the ac...

Pat The Designer and ESPN’s Courtney Cronin are LIVE from Halas Hall for Day 1 of Chicago Bears Training Camp — brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group! They break down all the top storylines from the first day of camp, starting with the biggest news: Jaylon Johnson is dealing with an injury. Rookie tight end Colston Loveland was back on the field, Ben Johnson officially opens up the left tac...

Chicago Bears finally have a moment worth buying into. With Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson, and veterans like Joe Thuney joining the revamped O-line, fan confidence is at its high. This optimism is well-earned: Williams and Johnson are part of the NFL’s developing elite quarterback–head coach duos. The offense has been completely overhauled, a legitimate candidate for the first 4,000‑yard passer in f...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago’s Marc Silverman (subbing for Silvy) gear up for training camp with the definitive guide to Bears Camp. They kick things off at 00:00:00 by celebrating that two of the Bears’ three second-round picks—Ozzy Trapilo and Shemar Turner—have officially signed, meaning the trenches are locked in and rookies will fully partici...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago’s Jurko begin with a heartfelt tribute to Chicago sports radio legend Harry Teinowitz, sharing memories in remembrance. They then shift focus to GM Ryan Poles, discussing how he's been addressing past mistakes—particularly in the draft and free agency—and whether those corrections are translating into a stronger roster...

On this week's episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Jason McKie dig into the latest NFL power rankings—and what they reveal about GM Ryan Poles and his roster-building strategy. They start with a critical look at Poles' track record in landing blue-chip talent, highlighting key misses from past drafts and trades. Despite praise for his aggressive moves, there’s a growing sent...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Shea Norling tackle the fallout from GM Ryan Poles’ five-year contract extension through 2029. They begin by questioning why the deal was struck now, and whether it signals the front office is prioritizing stability over accountability despite a 15–36 record. Shea points out that tying Poles’ fate to Ben Johnson may make business s...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Shea Norling take a hard look at the Bears' linebacker group under new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen. They kick things off by discussing Tremaine Edmunds’ four-year, $72 million deal, which has been widely criticized as one of the NFL’s worst contracts. Despite being reliable in tackles, Edmunds hasn’t lived up to his price ta...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and NFL veteran Jurko dive into their first full breakdown of Dennis Allen as the new defensive coordinator. They open by comparing Allen’s aggressive, man-coverage-heavy scheme to the more conservative coverage style under Matt Eberflus, discussing how this philosophical shift could change Chicago’s identity. They explore how Allen pl...

Join Pat The Designer in this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast as they dive into the Bears’ revamped offensive line—which Pro Football Focus ranks 4th best in the NFL. The conversation kicks off with a breakdown of how interior additions like Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman, and Jonah Jackson have transformed the unit from a liability into a strength. They dig into the foundation of the line, explaini...

As both rookie QBs enter Year 2, the pressure is on — but the evidence suggests Caleb Williams is set to outplay his classmate in 2025. We break down why Caleb is positioned for a breakout sophomore season: from Ben Johnson's offense, to his weapons, and what the Bears are building around him — compared to the situation in Washington with Daniels. 💬 Who will have the better Year 2: Caleb or Jayde...

In this exclusive interview, Matt Schneidman dives into why this season could be a make-or-break moment for the Green Bay Packers leadership. With the Chicago Bears on the rise, could their success signal the end for Matt LaFleur and Brian Gutekunst? Tune in as we explore the potential shake-up in Green Bay and what it means for the NFC North rivalry!

Pat the Designer and Jason McKie are back, this time filling in for Carmen & Jurko. The guys discuss the Bears' offseason to this point and how they've received glowing reviews. Plus, JMac shares a story about his time in Baltimore.

In this episode of the Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer, Chris Bleck & Adam Abdalla—presented by The Advantage Dealer Group and Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana—bring the heat in a special “Hot or Not: Chicago Bears Edition”. They run the gauntlet on Chicago’s most talked-about figures and topics: 00:00:00 – Ryan Poles: Did the GM nail the offseason, or is he already cooling off amid roste...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago’s Tom Waddle, presented by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, welcome Vikings insider Matthew Coller of the Purple Insider Podcast for a deep dive into the latest NFC North shake-ups. They kick things off by dissecting the Vikings' bold move—trading their 14-win QB Sam Darnold for roo...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Shea Norling dive into the revamped Bears secondary—evaluating elite corners, breakout candidates, and expectations under Dennis Allen. Brought you by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. They kick things off poking fun as Shea give Chicago fans a hard time. They explore just how dominant Jaylon Joh...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Jason McKie examine Caleb Williams’ future as the Bears' franchise quarterback, using data-driven insight and PFF's recent evaluations to break down what's ahead for Chicago's signal-caller. They start by reviewing Pro Football Focus’ rankings for second‑year QBs, noting how Caleb compares to peers based on productivity and project...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer is joined by ESPN Chicago legend Tom Waddle to break down the latest energy shift at Halas Hall under new head coach Ben Johnson. They open with Waddle discussing how quickly Johnson has earned full buy-in from the locker room, noting a level of discipline and intensity. From there, they explore Johnson's no-nonsense approach to practi...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer is joined by Fox 32 sports anchor Cassie Carlson to break down all the buzz coming out of Bears mini-camp and training camp previews. They start with Caleb Williams unleashing a spicy remark about Packers fans—“They suck”—after his Lambeau Leap experience, adding fuel to the NFC North rivalry . From there, the conversation pivots to th...

In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Shea Norling focus on Chicago’s defensive line as they evaluate depth, performance, and what it’ll take to disrupt offenses in 2025 with Dennis Allen at the helm. 00:00 – Haliburton Drama & Player Safety: They open with “Haliburton fallout” – whether recent star exits in NBA finals could set a trend of players sitting postseason ga...

The Chicago Bears have made big upgrades on both sides of the ball — but there's one glaring issue that can't be ignored: the linebackers. Are the Bears set up to fail in the middle of their defense? In this video, we break down the concerns around the LB unit, what’s missing, and how it could impact the 2025 season. Is a roster move coming? Should Ryan Poles act fast? Let us know in the comments....