The Halas Huddle: A Chicago Bears show

Halas Huddle

The Halas Huddle is a football podcast following the NFL's Chicago Bears, complete with news, predictions, game recaps, hot takes and draft analysis. Hosted by Jeremy Layton and Rob Schwarz.

  1. 04/21/2025

    S4E134 | The SHOCKING truth! How much does arm length truly matter for OTs?

    The Chicago Bears have their eyes on Will Campbell, the powerful LSU offensive tackle with first-round buzz 🔥—but there’s one big question swirling around his draft stock: 👉 Is his arm length a dealbreaker? In this episode, we dig deep into the data. We broke down the arm length of every starting and backup offensive lineman in the NFL, and charted where each was drafted. Then, we matched those numbers up with the 2025 NFL Draft class to see where Campbell—and others—stack up 📏📊. You’ll find out: 🧠 How much arm length really matters for tackles in today’s NFL 📉 Where the cutoff seems to be for elite, mid-tier, and late-round OL 👀 Whether Will Campbell’s profile fits what Ryan Poles and the Bears have in mind. 🧩 What You’ll Learn: Is arm length overrated or a legit concern at tackle? How Will Campbell compares to past OT draft picks Who in the 2025 class does meet the typical NFL OT prototype Which tackles might rise—or fall—because of this one trait 🎧 Hit play and get the facts—because when the Bears are on the clock, the little things matter. #BearDown 🐻⬇️ #ChicagoBears #WillCampbell #NFLDraft2025 #OffensiveLine #ArmLength #DraftMetrics #BearsOL #DraftTalk #RyanPoles #LSUFootball #TrenchesMatter #OLBreakdown #scoutingreport 00:00 - Intro 02:50 - Tackle Arm Lengths 05:22 - Draft Rounds 08:55 - The Outliers 14:53 - 2025 Draft Class 23:58 - Outro

    24 min
  2. 04/17/2025

    S4E132 | Forget Round 1—Chicago’s Next Sack Artist? DE Prospects to Watch on Day 2 and 3

    Forget Round 1 — the real value starts on Day 2 & 3 of the NFL Draft! 🐻 In this episode, we’re breaking down the defensive end prospects who could become game-changers for the Chicago Bears even if they don’t go on Thursday night. From 2nd-round edge threats with starting potential to late-round monsters who could thrive under Dennis Allen, we’re looking at guys who fit the culture, the scheme, and bring the juice this defense needs. 🔥 2nd-Round Targets Looking for instant contributors off the edge? These names could be gone early on Day 2 — and for good reason: Jack Sawyer (Ohio State): Power, polish, and Big Ten pedigree Nic Scourton (Texas A&M): Explosive first step with high-upside traits Landon Jackson (Arkansas): Freaky frame, growing skillset ⚔️ 3rd-Round Edge Fits Day 2 still offers plenty of bang for the Bears' buck: Jordan Burch (Oregon): Tools for days, just needs the right system Bradyn Swinson (LSU): Quick-twitch and versatile—could thrive in a rotation 💎 Day 3 Gems The board may be thinning, but the value’s still real. Keep an eye on these sleepers: Ashton Gillotte (Louisville): Underrated pass rush motor with production to back it up Oluwafemi Oladejo (UCLA): Hybrid EDGE/LB who brings physicality and burst 📢 Bears fans, this is your crash course in Day 2 & 3 dominance. Hit play and find out who could be the next steal in Chicago’s front seven. #BearDown 🐻⬇️ #NFLDraft #ChicagoBears #DaBears #DraftTalk #EdgeRushers #Day2Draft #Day3Gems #PolesPicks #BearsDefense #SecondRoundSteals #FutureOfTheFranchise

    18 min
  3. 04/04/2025

    S4E130 | Experts Predict Bears’ First-Round Pick! Worst and Best Mock Drafts?

    The 2024 NFL Draft is almost here, and the Chicago Bears are on the clock! 🕰️ Who will they take in the first round? We’re breaking down the most likely prospects projected by top media analysts like Mel Kiper, Bucky Brooks, Matt Miller, Daniel Jeremiah, and more! 📊🔍 From potential franchise-changing picks to surprise sleepers, we’ve got EVERYTHING you need to know! Let’s dive into who could be the next superstar in Chicago! 🚀🔵🟠 📊 Mel Kiper’s Bears Draft Projection 🎙️ The ESPN draft guru has released his latest mock draft, and his pick for the Bears might surprise some fans! 👀 Is he right, or is he way off? Let’s break it down! 🔥 Bucky Brooks’ Bold Takes NFL Network’s Bucky Brooks always has strong opinions on player fits. Could his latest mock draft reveal a surprise selection for Chicago? 👀 📊 Matt Miller’s Insider Info ESPN’s Matt Miller is known for his deep scouting reports. Which underrated prospect does he think could be a perfect fit for the Bears? 🏆 🚨 Daniel Jeremiah’s Must-Watch Prospects Former scout Daniel Jeremiah is one of the most trusted voices in the draft world. Is his latest Bears prediction a game-changer? 🐻💥 🏈 Other Expert Predictions & Wild Cards! We’ll also break down other top analysts’ picks, team needs, and potential draft-day surprises. Could the Bears trade up? Trade down? Make a shocking pick? Stay tuned! 🎥📡 💬 Who do YOU want the Bears to draft? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️ 📲 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS so you never miss a Bears draft update! 🛎️🐻 #ChicagoBears #BearsDraft #NFLDraft2024 #BearsNation #NFLMockDraft #BearsRumors #FirstRoundPick #NFLDraftNews #DraftDay #BearDown

    35 min
5
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8 Ratings

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The Halas Huddle is a football podcast following the NFL's Chicago Bears, complete with news, predictions, game recaps, hot takes and draft analysis. Hosted by Jeremy Layton and Rob Schwarz.

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