Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast

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When it comes to Chicago Bears talk, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have been setting the agenda for decades. Now, they’re bringing that same unflinching insight — and Sunday-afternoon passion — to Forward Progress. From breaking down Bears game plans with analytical precision to unleashing the raw emotion every fan feels when the season’s on the line, Dan and Matt deliver the perfect balance of expertise and authenticity. It’s a show that lives and breathes the Bears, while never shying away from the bigger NFL picture. Whether you’re a diehard or just love the ride, Forward Progress is where Chicago’s football conversation starts.

  1. 4 hr ago

    Which Chicago Bear can be a Rockstar and replace Kyler Gordon?

    Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest Bears roster moves as the battle to replace Kyler Gordon at nickelback takes center stage. 0:00 Bears roster moves and who should start at Nickelback 7:45 Brad Biggs 10 Thoughts on the Bears 19:00 Which rookie QB2 could see significant playing time? 29:00 NFL milestones to watch around the league in 2026 With defensive coordinator Dennis Allen and head coach Ben Johnson searching for answers in the secondary, the guys examine the leading candidates and what the decision could mean for the defense moving forward. They also dive into Brad Biggs' latest 10 Thoughts column, highlighting key takeaways as the Bears prepare for the season. Plus, Matt identifies a rookie QB2 who could potentially see meaningful snaps this year. To wrap things up, Dan and Matt look around the NFL at several notable milestones and records that could be reached during the 2026 season. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  2. 1 day ago

    Ryan Poles Cuts Ties with Former Draft Picks to Finalize Chicago Bears' 53-Man Roster

    Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' initial 53-man roster heading into the 2026 season, examining each position group to identify the biggest surprises, toughest cuts and most notable roster decisions. 0:00 Chicago Bears 53-Man Roster - position groups 23:00 NFL News & Notes - Roster News 31:45 Why old guys like flipping channels on the TV The guys discuss what Ryan Poles' final roster reveals about the team's priorities and where key battles could continue as the season approaches. Plus, they take a trip around the NFL during News & Notes to highlight the roster moves, transactions and cutdown-day decisions making headlines across the league. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sue to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  3. 4 days ago

    Who's In, Who's Out? Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson Finalize the Chicago Bears' 53

    Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest from the Bears' joint practice with the Titans as Chicago prepares for its final preseason game Saturday and Sunday's roster cutdown to 53 players. 0:00 Bears / Titans joint practice session and injury updates 9:00 Did Ben Johnson take a shot at Kyler Gordon? 11:50 Declan Doyle LOVES Ben Johnson 15:00 Rookie report cards are out for the preseason 25:00 NFL News and Notes 34:30 Mike Silver thinks Dianna Russini will be back in the NFL soon The guys revisit Ben Johnson's recent comments about injured players and ask: was there a subtle message directed at Kyler Gordon? They also discuss former Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle's glowing praise for Johnson and break down ESPN's rookie report card as the preseason wraps up. Which Bears draft picks impressed most, and who still has work to do? Plus, the fellas go Around the NFL with updates on Josh Jacobs, the Steelers' quarterback situation, and Mike Silver's comments regarding Dianna Russini. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  4. 5 days ago

    Injuries Mount as Chicago Bears Head Toward the Regular Season

    Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest from Bears training camp, including key injury updates and what they could mean for the team's outlook. 0:00 The latest on Bears injured players 14:15 The NFL Pro Bowl is DONE 19:00 The NFL's new safety rules - fines and suspensions 25:30 Roger Goodell on Jed York 31:15 Why Cam Skattebo might need a helmet at all times Around the NFL, the Pro Bowl is officially a thing of the past, Roger Goodell weighs in on the Bears' ongoing stadium situation, and 49ers owner Jed York finds himself making headlines off the field. The guys also discuss the league's new player safety rules that could result in significant fines and suspensions for certain hits, and explain why Ravens coach John Harbaugh might want rookie running back Cam Skattebo to keep his helmet on at all times. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  5. 6 days ago

    A Darnell Wright Injury Would Derail the Bears' Entire Offensive Line

    Darnell Wright after he left practice with an apparent right arm injury. With major question marks at starting left tackle, backup left tackle and backup right tackle, losing Wright for any significant time could be a devastating blow to Chicago's offensive line and put even more pressure on an already shaky unit. 0:00 Darnell Wright injury update / Bears OT position 8:45 Are the Bears trading Gervon Dexter? 18:00 Jed York arrest - the trailer park community speaks out 21:00 Is Christian Gonzalez getting a new deal? The guys also examine rumors of a potential Gervon Dexter trade and what moving the young defensive lineman could mean for the Bears' defensive front. Plus, they revisit the ongoing Jed York arrest story and break down the latest contract extension buzz surrounding Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  6. 25 Aug

    The Chicago Bears Defense is Heading for a Major Regression

    Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola believe the Chicago Bears' defense is headed for a significant regression in turnover differential in 2026. 0:00 Chicago Bears rivalries uniforms 3:00 Can the Bears trade Amegadjie or Wills? 8:00 The Bears defense is due for regression 19:20 Allen Robinson is retiring / NFL receiving leaders Using a recent piece from Bill Barnwell, they dive into the numbers that support their concerns and explain why repeating last year's turnover success will never happen. Plus, the guys discuss whether there's a trade market for Bears offensive linemen Kiran Amegadjie or Jedrick Wills. And following Allen Robinson's retirement announcement, Dan and Matt take a trip through NFL history by examining the receiving leaders for every franchise. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  7. 24 Aug

    Chicago Bears Counting on Ben Johnson's Creativity to Solve Left Tackle Concerns

    Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola discuss why they believe the Bears did not do enough to address the position and are instead relying on head coach Ben Johnson's offensive creativity to scheme around the roster's deficiencies. 0:00 The Chicago Bears Left Tackle position 25:17 Jed York of the 49ers was arrested in Ohio 29:00 Cleveland Browns name Deshaun Watson their QB1 31:00 Courtney Cronin's Bears 53-man roster The guys also recap the Bears' week of practices and preseason action against the Cincinnati Bengals, including key takeaways from camp and the game itself. Plus, they react to Kevin Warren's halftime appearance and what his comments could mean for the organization moving forward. Elsewhere around the NFL, the fellas discuss the latest twist in the San Francisco 49ers' turbulent offseason after owner Jed York's arrest in Ohio, and they break down the Cleveland Browns naming Deshaun Watson their starting quarterback. To wrap things up, Dan and Matt review ESPN's Courtney Cronin's projected 53-man roster for the Bears, highlighting the biggest surprises, toughest decisions, and what it says about the team's direction heading into the season. #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  8. 21 Aug

    Chicago Bears Roster Battles Heating Up Across the Depth Chart

    Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Chicago Bears depth chart and examine the most important position battles as the team sits just nine days away from final cutdown day and setting its 53-man roster. 0:00 Chicago Bears roster / depth chart - position battles 16:00 Which Bears stood out the most in the joint practice with the Bengals 25:30 NFL news and notes 30:00 Which QB last threw for 400+ yards in a game for every team? Which players helped their cause during the Bears' joint practice with the Bengals, and who still has work to do? The guys also take a spin around the NFL with the latest news and notes from around the league. To wrap things up, they play a fun trivia game: Can they name the last quarterback to throw for 400-plus yards in a game for every NFL franchise? #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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When it comes to Chicago Bears talk, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have been setting the agenda for decades. Now, they’re bringing that same unflinching insight — and Sunday-afternoon passion — to Forward Progress. From breaking down Bears game plans with analytical precision to unleashing the raw emotion every fan feels when the season’s on the line, Dan and Matt deliver the perfect balance of expertise and authenticity. It’s a show that lives and breathes the Bears, while never shying away from the bigger NFL picture. Whether you’re a diehard or just love the ride, Forward Progress is where Chicago’s football conversation starts.

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