Podcast Episodes

What will it take for Chicago Bears to make NFL playoffs in Ben Johnson’s first season?

Episode 1920

The goal for Ben Johnson's first season as Chicago Bears head coach will be the playoffs, but the path there isn't always as easy at it looks on paper.

It's going to take improvement from some key pos…

Published on 7 months ago

Chicago Bears can’t let Caleb Williams doubts linger and cause future issues for Ben Johnson

Episode 1919

The ESPN story about Caleb Williams and his dad Carl's thoughts about the Chicago Bears doesn't need to linger and be an ongoing distraction for the team.

The team and the fanbase should be able to mo…

Published on 7 months ago

Chicago Bears are lucky they didn’t lose Caleb Williams because of Shane Waldron, Matt Eberflus

Episode 1918

Seth Wickersham's report for ESPN revealed how lucky the Chicago Bears are to still have Caleb Williams despite all the dysfunction behind the scenes.

Matt Eberflus and Shane Waldron were the biggest …

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Chicago Bears 2025 schedule: Biggest game, toughest stretches, and full win/loss predictions

Episode 1917

The Chicago Bears' 2025 schedule has a few tricky stretches, but it's generally well-balanced for Ben Johnson's first season.

The early bye week is tricky, and the NFL didn't space out the Green Bay P…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Is Chicago Bears starting linebacker replacement for Jack Sanborn already on the roster? Free agent options

Episode 1916

The Chicago Bears never directly replaced starting linebacker Jack Sanborn this offseason. Ben Johnson hinted at one option, but a free agent still could fill the hole.

We also can't overlook rookie f…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Chicago Bears need more pass rush but shouldn’t trade for Trey Hendrickson from Cincinnati Bengals

Episode 1915

The Trey Hendrickson situation with the Cincinnati Bengals continues to get messy, but the Chicago Bears don't need to get involved.

Ryan Poles should try to improve the pass rush, but Hendrickson doe…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Chicago Bears rookie minicamp: Updates on Ozzy Trapilo at LT, Shemar Turner’s spot on defensive line

Episode 1914

Chicago Bears rookie minicamp gave us updates on how Ozzy Trapilo is transitioning to left tackle and where Shemar Turner is going to play on the defensive line.

Ben Johnson cautioned everyone about a…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Chicago Bears undrafted rookie free agents with best chance to make 53-man roster in 2025

Episode 1913

The Chicago Bears find at least one gem in undrafted free agency every year, and the latest crop has a handful of players with a real shot to make the team.

The best opportunities are on defense, wher…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL SQUAD: Way Too Early 2025 NFL Power Rankings

Episode 1912

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew reacts to the Locked On Network's latest 2025 NFL Power Rankings as put together by members of the Locked On NFL Channel. The Philadelphia Eagles come in at #1, but…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

What to expect from Luther Burden’s rookie season, Rome Odunze in Year 2 for Chicago Bears

Episode 1912

Rome Odunze is primed for a breakout Year 2 in 2025, but that could cut into what Luther Burden can do for his rookie season with the Chicago Bears.

It'll be a challenge for Ben Johnson to spread the …

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago