Bearing It All with Mark and Chris

We're a couple days late this week, but we've had plenty of time to let it sink in: a 38-year-old third-string quarterback went 11 for 11 against the blitz and led the Bears past the Eagles 27 to 7 on Monday Night Football. Mark and Chris rewind the moments that mattered and ask whether Case Keenum's big night was the real deal or lightning in a bottle. They also dig into a Dennis Alle...

It rained all day at Soldier Field and the Bears' offense never got out of the mud. Mark and Chris break down a 9-3 loss to the Vikings that saw Chicago's offense sputter a week after its 59-point explosion in Carolina, a costly D'Andre Swift fumble at the goal line, and the moment that hurt worse than any turnover: Caleb Williams going down with a hamstring injury on a scramble that l...

The Bears just played the highest scoring season opener in NFL history, and Mark and Chris are still catching their breath. Caleb Williams accounted for four touchdowns, D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai combined for over 200 yards on the ground, and Chicago outlasted Carolina 59 to 37 in a game that broke records on both sides of the ball. Mark and Chris break down what it means for the offense...

It's finally here, Bears fans, season four of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris. We're kicking things off with a loaded show. Tyson Bagent lit it up in the preseason finale against the Titans, and rookie receiver Zavion Thomas answered every doubter with a 97 yard touchdown on his very first snap as a pro. We also break down the surprise trade sending Gervon Dexter to Atlanta and what roo...

In our Season 3 finale of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris , we unpack the gut-punch ending to the Chicago Bears’ magical 2025–2026 run, a 20–17 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams at a snowy, electric Soldier Field. We relive the moment that shook the stadium. Caleb Williams drifting 26.5 yards behind the line of scrimmage and launching a jaw-dropping fourth-down touchdown to Cole Kmet. The k...

The Chicago Bears just delivered one of the most unforgettable wins in franchise history and we’re still riding the high. In this episode of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris, we relive the absolute chaos, joy, disbelief, and catharsis of the Bears’ stunning Wild Card comeback win over the Green Bay Packers. Down big. Season on the line. Rivalry at its peak. And somehow… the Bears found a way. We...

The Chicago Bears are back in the playoffs and it couldn’t be more poetic: Wild Card weekend at Soldier Field vs. the Green Bay Packers . Mark and Chris react to the frustrating season finale loss to the Lions, explain how Chicago still locked up the No. 2 seed , and break down what must improve immediately on offense and defense. Then it’s full Packers Week mode: matchup edges, keys to victory, i...

The Chicago Bears fall 42–38 to the 49ers on Sunday Night Football, but leave Santa Clara with something bigger than a loss - respect. Mark and Chris break down Caleb Williams’ breakout performance, the rookie class showing up in prime time, what this game revealed about the Bears’ offense and coaching staff, and the concerns that still remain heading into the playoffs. Plus, a look ahead to the f...

The Chicago Bears head to Santa Clara for a massive Sunday Night Football showdown against the 49ers with playoff seeding on the line. Mark is joined by special guest DJ Ashby, a lifelong 49ers fan, to break down injuries, matchups, Brock Purdy’s hot streak, Christian McCaffrey’s dominance, and what the Bears must do to keep their magical season rolling. Prime time. Big stakes. Let’s talk football...

The Chicago Bears pulled off one of the wildest wins in franchise history, stunning the Green Bay Packers in overtime at Soldier Field. Mark is joined by special guest co-host Payton to break down an ugly, penalty-filled game that somehow turned into pure magic in the final minutes. After nearly three hours of frustration, the Bears recovered an onside kick, forced overtime, and walked it off , pr...

Losing to Green Bay always hurts — but this one felt different. In Season 3, Episode 12 of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris , the guys process a gut-punch 28–21 loss at Lambeau Field that came down to the final seconds. Mark and Chris dig into why this wasn’t the “same old Bears,” how Chicago closed the gap on its biggest rival, and why this loss actually reinforces that the team is on the brink...

On this Black Friday showdown, the Chicago Bears walk into Philadelphia and walk out with a statement win. Mark and Chris break down the 24–15 victory over the defending Super Bowl champs, a game defined by 281 rushing yards, a historic two-back performance, a genius Ben Johnson game plan, and a defense that solved the infamous tush push. The Bears move to 9–3 and sit alone atop the NFC North as t...

The Chicago Bears are now 8–3, sitting in first place in the NFC North and somehow doing it with half the defense in the trainer’s room. In Episode 10 of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris, the guys break down a gutsy 31–28 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers at Soldier Field, a game that proved this team is built on more than talent, it’s built on heart, depth, and resilience. This team refuses...

The Chicago Bears have officially entered their villain era, breaking hearts, stealing wins, and living in the final minute like it’s home. In this week’s episode of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris , the guys celebrate a wild 19–17 victory in Minnesota that pushed Chicago to 7–3 and into first place in the NFC North. Mark and Chris relive every chaotic beat of a game that featured:• Devin Duver...

The Chicago Bears are officially back. In this week’s episode, Mark and Chris break down the Bears’ thrilling 24–20 comeback win over the New York Giants. A game that proved this team’s got grit, heart, and a franchise quarterback who’s earning his new nickname: The Iceman . Caleb Williams delivered another Houdini-like performance, leading a 14-point fourth-quarter rally with a touchdown pass to...

In this electrifying episode of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris , the guys relive one of the wildest Chicago Bears finishes in recent memory — a 47-42 road victory over the Bengals capped by Colston Loveland’s stunning 58-yard touchdown catch with just 17 seconds left. The episode opens with the actual call of that unforgettable drive before Mark and Chris explode with joy, disbelief, and raw B...

The Chicago Bears just notched their fourth straight win , and Mark and Chris are fired up. In this episode of Bearing It All , the guys break down the 26–14 beatdown of the New Orleans Saints, a statement game for defensive coordinator Dennis Allen against his former team and a reminder that the Monsters of the Midway are hungry again. Mark celebrates the Bears’ newfound identity - hard-nosed def...

The Chicago Bears finally exorcised their demons in Washington with a thrilling 25–24 Monday Night Football victory - their third straight win and first three-game streak in five years. Mark and Chris break down how the Bears flipped last year’s “Fail Mary” script and took revenge on the Commanders, fueled by D’Andre Swift’s breakout, Ben Johnson’s masterclass coaching, and Jake Moody’s walk-off h...

The Bears win again and this time, it feels like something special. Mark and Chris ride the high of a thrilling victory, capped by the moment of the game: the block that may have saved the season and sent shockwaves through the league. Caleb Williams showed grit. The secondary saved the defense. And the growing trust between Head Coach Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams is paying off. Caleb’s poise in...

The Chicago Bears just dismantled the Dallas Cowboys in a statement game that showcased dominance on both sides of the ball. The Bears didn't just beat the Cowboys… they demolished them. In this episode, Mark and Chris break down the most complete team win of the season. Caleb Williams looked every bit like a franchise QB, the offensive line mauled the Dallas front, and Dennis Allen's defe...

The Chicago Bears fall to 0-2 in devastating fashion, and Mark and Chris are here to Bear it all - painfully. After predicting a promising season, they come face to face with a harsh truth: this rebuild may be worse than they feared. In this episode, Mark opens with raw emotion, questioning if the joy of Bears football has already vanished just two weeks into the season. The guys dive deep into th...

Season 3 kicks off with Mark and Chris diving headfirst into all the buzz from Bears Training Camp! From Ben Johnson’s fiery leadership to rookie standouts like Austin Booker and Kyle Monangai, the guys break down who’s rising, who’s stumbling, and what it all means for the 2025 season. Mark’s optimistic as always, while Chris brings his classic cautious realism. Plus: A game-by-game prediction of...

In this special season finale of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris , we celebrate the Bears' thrilling 24-22 victory over the Packers at Lambeau Field, capped by Cairo Santos' 51-yard field goal as time expired. This win snapped an 11-game losing streak against Green Bay, providing a much-needed morale boost for the team and fans alike. We reflect on the rollercoaster that was the 2024 season, ac...

In this episode of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris , we dissect the Bears' disheartening 30-12 loss to the Vikings on Monday Night Football. The game started poorly, with the Bears trailing 16-0 at halftime, and despite a brief rally, they couldn't recover. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams faced relentless pressure, resulting in multiple sacks and turnovers, highlighting ongoing issues with th...

In this episode of Bearing It All with Mark and Chris , we dissect the Bears' 38-13 drubbing at the hands of the 49ers in San Francisco. The game started disastrously, with the Bears trailing 24-0 by halftime and struggling to find any rhythm on either side of the ball. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams managed two second-half touchdown passes, but it was too little, too late. This defeat marks th...