The Chicago Bears Podcast

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Welcome to The Chicago Bears Podcast, brought to you by ESPN Chicago! Hosted by Pat The Designer and joined by former Bears Jason McKie, along with NFL insider Courtney Cronin, former NFL Defensive Lineman John Jurkovic, and ESPN Chicago's Shea Norling. Our show delivers unmatched access and conversations about the team you love. With new episodes every weekday, our knowledgeable and entertaining hosts provide in-depth analysis, game breakdowns, player interviews, and insider information to keep you up-to-date on all things Chicago Bears. From off-season moves to in-season battles, we've got you covered. So if you're a die-hard Bears fan or just a casual observer, join us for The Chicago Bears Podcast and stay connected to your favorite team all year long.

  1. Kyler Murray to the Vikings… But the Bears Are Still Top Dog in the NFC North

    1D AGO

    Kyler Murray to the Vikings… But the Bears Are Still Top Dog in the NFC North

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Free Agency Reaction Hosted by Pat The Designer & Jack McGrath Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group After the first week of NFL Free Agency, Pat and Jack ask the big question: have the Chicago Bears actually gotten any better? The guys break down the current roster and debate whether Ryan Poles has done enough to improve the team so far this offseason. They also rank the NFC North after Week 1 of Free Agency, including the ripple effects of a shocking move that could send Kyler Murray to the Minnesota Vikings, potentially reshaping the division. Finally, the crew weighs in on how big of a threat the Bears truly are to the NFC right now, and what moves still need to happen for Chicago to take the next step. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Have the Bears actually improved after Week 1 of Free Agency? 00:06:00 – Ranking the NFC North after Free Agency Week 1 00:13:00 – Kyler Murray potentially making the Vikings a bigger threat 00:19:00 – How dangerous are the Bears to the NFC right now? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears offseason coverage, free agency reactions & roster analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLFreeAgency #NFCNorth #RyanPoles #KylerMurray #BearDown

    25 min
  2. Maxx Crosby-Gate | Do the Ravens Have Questions to Answer? Why the Bears Should Pass | w/ Jurko

    6D AGO

    Maxx Crosby-Gate | Do the Ravens Have Questions to Answer? Why the Bears Should Pass | w/ Jurko

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Controversy & Offseason Plan Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Pat and Jurko open the show with a strong take — the NFL needs to investigate and punish the Baltimore Ravens. The guys explain why, what it means for league integrity, and how it could impact teams across the NFL. Then the focus shifts back to Chicago: is there still a realistic scenario where the Bears pursue Maxx Crosby, but with a different trade structure? Jurko lays out a creative offer that could land an elite pass rusher without mortgaging the future. Finally, Jurko presents his full plan to address the Bears’ biggest roster holes in the NFL Draft, detailing position priorities and how Ryan Poles can build this roster the right way. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Why the NFL needs to investigate & punish the Ravens 00:06:00 – Alternative Maxx Crosby trade scenario for the Bears 00:10:00 – Jurko’s draft plan to fix the Bears’ roster holes 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears offseason coverage, draft strategy & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #RyanPoles #MaxxCrosby #NFLDraft #BearDown

    24 min
  3. Trey Hendrickson Pricing Himself Out of the Bears? | Free Agency Update w/ Courtney Cronin

    MAR 10

    Trey Hendrickson Pricing Himself Out of the Bears? | Free Agency Update w/ Courtney Cronin

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Free Agency Update Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group NFL Free Agency rolls on, and GM Ryan Poles still has work to do. Pat and Courtney break down the latest Chicago Bears moves and what they signal about the direction of the roster. The crew reacts to the Kalif Raymond signing and what it means for the wide receiver room and special teams. They also discuss the latest developments surrounding Trey Hendrickson’s contract demands, and whether Chicago could realistically get involved. Plus — are the Bears fully building this roster in Dennis Allen’s defensive vision? What’s the latest on Tyson Bagent trade rumors — are suitors drying up? And Courtney shares her reaction to the Bears not receiving compensatory picks for Ian Cunningham’s departure. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – What does the Kalif Raymond signing mean? 00:08:00 – Trey Hendrickson contract demands: could the Bears be involved? 00:16:00 – Building the roster in Dennis Allen’s vision 00:23:00 – Is Tyson Bagent good as gone or are trade suitors fading? 00:29:30 – Reaction to no compensatory picks for Ian Cunningham 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears free agency coverage, roster analysis & insider reporting from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLFreeAgency #RyanPoles #KalifRaymond #TreyHendrickson #TysonBagent #DennisAllen #BearDown

    42 min
  4. Chicago Bears Day 1 Free Agency Signings — Full Breakdown | Speed Is the Theme

    MAR 9

    Chicago Bears Day 1 Free Agency Signings — Full Breakdown | Speed Is the Theme

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Free Agency Breakdown Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana The NFL Free Agency tampering period is underway, and the Chicago Bears wasted no time making moves. Pat and J Mack break down all of the early signings and what they mean for Ryan Poles’ offseason blueprint. The Bears added Safety Coby Bryant, a versatile defender that Dennis Allen should love in his system, and signed physical linebacker Devin Bush (Steelers/Browns) to bolster the middle of the defense. But the big question remains — did Ryan Poles do enough to fix the defensive line? The guys also discuss what’s still left on the Bears’ free agency wish list and react to the news that Chicago did not receive any compensatory picks after Ian Cunningham left for the Atlanta Falcons. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Bears sign Safety Coby Bryant; perfect fit for Dennis Allen 00:10:00 – Devin Bush adds physical presence at linebacker 00:17:00 – Ryan Poles addressed the D-Line… but is it enough? 00:21:00 – What’s left on the Bears’ free agency wish list 00:33:45 – No compensation picks for Ian Cunningham’s departure 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears free agency coverage, roster breakdowns & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLFreeAgency #RyanPoles #CobyBryant #DevinBush #BearsDefense #BearDown

    39 min
  5. Breaking: Bears Trade DJ Moore to the Bills — Everything You Need to Know | w/ Courtney Cronin

    MAR 5

    Breaking: Bears Trade DJ Moore to the Bills — Everything You Need to Know | w/ Courtney Cronin

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | BREAKING NEWS Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group Breaking News: The Chicago Bears are trading WR DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills. Pat and Bears Insider Courtney Cronin react live and break down everything you need to know about the blockbuster deal. Courtney details the full compensation package, explains the salary cap implications, and analyzes what this move signals about GM Ryan Poles’ offseason strategy. Does moving DJ Moore free up the flexibility needed for the Bears to make major moves in NFL Free Agency? What does this mean for Caleb Williams, the Bears’ offense, and Chicago’s pursuit of elite defensive talent? The crew covers it all. 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears breaking news, trade reactions & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #DJMoore #BuffaloBills #NFLFreeAgency #RyanPoles #BearsTrade #BearDown

    30 min
  6. Drew Dalman Gone — Jurko Says DJ Moore Could Be Next | Bears News

    MAR 4

    Drew Dalman Gone — Jurko Says DJ Moore Could Be Next | Bears News

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Breaking Reaction Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Former NFL player Jurko reacts to the sudden retirement of All-Pro center Drew Dalman, and what it means for the Chicago Bears moving forward. How big of a loss is this for the offensive line — and the locker room? The guys break down the best path to replace Dalman — draft or free agency — and whether Ryan Poles needs to pivot his entire offseason strategy. Despite the new hole at center, Jurko makes it clear: the top priority must still be pass rusher. And if the Bears want Maxx Crosby, he believes DJ Moore may need to be part of the trade package. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Jurko reacts to Drew Dalman’s sudden retirement 00:09:00 – How should the Bears replace their All-Pro center? 00:12:00 – Pass rusher remains the top offseason priority 00:17:00 – Should DJ Moore be included in a Maxx Crosby trade? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears breaking news, roster debates & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #DrewDalman #RyanPoles #MaxxCrosby #DJMoore #BearsOffseason #NFL

    32 min
  7. Chicago Bears NFL Combine Takeaways & Draft Rumors

    MAR 2

    Chicago Bears NFL Combine Takeaways & Draft Rumors

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Post-Combine Takeaways Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Fresh off a long week at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Pat and Shea break down their biggest Chicago Bears takeaways from Indy. From trade chatter to draft strategy, the offseason is heating up fast. The guys discuss why DJ Moore feels good as gone, why Tremaine Edmunds is drawing more attention than expected on the trade market, and what that signals about GM Ryan Poles’ offseason approach. They also debate which position would be a reach for the Bears in the 1st round, and how Chicago should balance need vs. value in a pivotal draft. 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears offseason coverage, draft talk & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLCombine #RyanPoles #DJMoore #TremaineEdmunds #BearsDraft #BearDown

    23 min
  8. Bears Stadium Drama: Another Setback for Illinois as Indiana Gains MORE Ground

    FEB 27

    Bears Stadium Drama: Another Setback for Illinois as Indiana Gains MORE Ground

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | LIVE from the NFL Combine Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group Pat and Courtney are LIVE from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, and there’s major movement surrounding the Chicago Bears — both on and off the field. First, they break down the latest Bears stadium drama, as Illinois suffers another setback in its bid while Indiana continues to gain ground in the push to land the team’s new home. Then, they detail how GM Ryan Poles has been busy at the Combine, chronicling the players who may soon be dealt and what that signals about Chicago’s aggressive offseason approach. Finally, the Tyson Bagent phone calls are coming in — so what should the Bears’ asking price be if they consider moving the backup QB? 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Illinois setback in Bears stadium bid; Indiana gains momentum 00:10:30 – Ryan Poles working the Combine trade market 00:28:00 – Tyson Bagent trade buzz: what’s the asking price? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, stadium updates & NFL Combine insider coverage from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLCombine #RyanPoles #BearsStadium #TysonBagent #BearsOffseason #BearDown

    35 min
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Welcome to The Chicago Bears Podcast, brought to you by ESPN Chicago! Hosted by Pat The Designer and joined by former Bears Jason McKie, along with NFL insider Courtney Cronin, former NFL Defensive Lineman John Jurkovic, and ESPN Chicago's Shea Norling. Our show delivers unmatched access and conversations about the team you love. With new episodes every weekday, our knowledgeable and entertaining hosts provide in-depth analysis, game breakdowns, player interviews, and insider information to keep you up-to-date on all things Chicago Bears. From off-season moves to in-season battles, we've got you covered. So if you're a die-hard Bears fan or just a casual observer, join us for The Chicago Bears Podcast and stay connected to your favorite team all year long.

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