The Chicago Bears Podcast

ESPN Chicago
ESPN Chicago
  • 4.4 (109)
  • Football
  • Updated Daily

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. 1d ago

    Jurko: “Ryan Poles Has a Problem Identifying D-Linemen” | Bears D-Line Breakdown

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Jurko Dissects Bears Defense + Ben Johnson vs Brian Flores Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago's John "Jurko" Jurkovic Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago Former NFL defensive tackle Jurko puts on his film-analysis hat after the Chicago Bears' wild 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers. Pat The Designer and Jurko dissect what went wrong with the Bears defense, particularly in the trenches, and what needs to change before Chicago faces tougher competition. Jurko also questions the Bears' recent track record of identifying and developing defensive linemen under GM Ryan Poles. If the defensive front remains a weakness, how can Dennis Allen manufacture enough pressure and improvement for this defense to succeed? On offense, Jurko explains how Ben Johnson's scheme helped cover up the Bears' concerns at left tackle in Week 1 and why good play-calling can minimize a roster weakness. Finally, it's time to look ahead to a fascinating chess match: Ben Johnson vs. Brian Flores. Jurko previews how Johnson's explosive Bears offense could attack Flores and the Minnesota Vikings defense in Week 2. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Jurko dissects the Bears defense vs. Panthers 00:10:00 – Ryan Poles' D-line problem: How can the Bears defense overcome it? 00:16:30 – How Ben Johnson's scheme covered up the Bears' LT weakness 00:20:00 – Ben Johnson vs. Brian Flores: Week 2 schematic showdown 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, film breakdowns, game previews & insider coverage from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #BenJohnson #BrianFlores #RyanPoles #BearsDefense #Jurko #BearsVsVikings #BearDown

    Jurko: “Ryan Poles Has a Problem Identifying D-Linemen” | Bears D-Line Breakdown

  2. 2d ago

    Can the Bears’ AGGRESSIVE Offense Overcome Their Defensive Struggles? | w/ Courtney Cronin

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Can Ben Johnson's Offense Overcome the Defense? Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN's Courtney Cronin Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago The Chicago Bears offense exploded for 59 points against the Carolina Panthers, and Pat The Designer & ESPN Bears insider Courtney Cronin are still basking in the afterglow of an incredible Week 1 performance. But underneath the offensive fireworks is a major concern: Can the Bears defense be trusted? Pat and Courtney break down the glaring defensive issues that allowed Carolina to score 37 points and what needs to improve as the schedule gets tougher. With the defense still searching for answers, the Bears may have to lean even harder on Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams and an aggressive offense capable of putting constant pressure on opponents. Courtney discusses why Johnson isn't likely to take his foot off the gas and how his aggressive philosophy could become Chicago's best way to overcome its defensive shortcomings. Can the Bears really win consistently by turning games into shootouts? And after scoring 59 in Week 1, just how high is the ceiling for Ben Johnson's offense? 🏈 Episode Highlights: Bears offense reacts after a 59-point Week 1 explosion What went wrong with the Bears defense? Can Chicago overcome its defensive problems? Why Ben Johnson will continue being aggressive on offense Caleb Williams and the Bears offense may have to carry the load What Week 1 revealed about the Bears' identity 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, analysis, game reactions & insider reporting from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #CourtneyCronin #BearsDefense #BearsOffense #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown

    Can the Bears’ AGGRESSIVE Offense Overcome Their Defensive Struggles? | w/ Courtney Cronin

  3. 3d ago

    Bears ROUT Panthers & Caleb Williams Shines — But the Defense Is What We Thought It Was

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears Rout Panthers 59-37 in Week 1 Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago The Chicago Bears opened the NFL season with a wild 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers, and Pat The Designer & Shea Norling break down everything from an explosive Week 1 performance. The Bears offense erupted for 59 points, but Chicago's defense also surrendered 37 — so which number should Bears fans care about more? The guys debate whether the offensive explosion outweighs some legitimate concerns about a Bears secondary that struggled badly against Carolina. Pat and Shea also take a trip around the NFC North, including a little enjoyment at the expense of the Packers after their rough start to the season. Finally, after watching the Bears put 59 on the board in Week 1, have expectations for Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears already changed? Is this offense capable of becoming one of the NFL's most dangerous units, or should the defensive problems keep expectations in check? 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Which number matters more from Bears-Panthers: 59 or 37? 00:17:00 – Packers disaster + Week 1 look around the NFC North 00:25:00 – Bears DBs are a MAJOR concern 00:33:00 – Have expectations changed after Week 1? 00:42:00 Caleb vs the QBs in his draft class 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears postgame reactions, analysis, breaking news & insider coverage from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #BearsVsPanthers #CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFCNorth #BearsDefense #NFLWeek1 #BearDown

    Bears ROUT Panthers & Caleb Williams Shines — But the Defense Is What We Thought It Was

  4. 6d ago

    Bears vs Panthers: The KEYS to Winning a Tough Week 1 Test | w/ Jason McKie

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears vs Panthers Week 1 Preview Hosted by Pat The Designer & Bears Sideline Reporter Jason McKie Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago Bears vs. Panthers is only TWO DAYS AWAY! Pat The Designer and Jason McKie deliver a massive Chicago Bears at Carolina Panthers Week 1 preview, breaking down the matchups and keys that could decide Sunday's game. Week 1 of the NFL season is officially underway, and J Mack brings his former-player perspective to how the Bears should attack Bryce Young and the Panthers offense. Can Chicago's defense slow Carolina down and create enough pressure to put Young in uncomfortable situations? On the other side, the guys believe the Bears offense has a major opportunity to be the difference, but Carolina's pass rush could create problems. Pat and J Mack break down what Caleb Williams and the Bears offense must do to stay ahead of the Panthers defensive front. Finally, Jason McKie delivers his McKeys to a Bears Victory — the biggest things Chicago must accomplish to leave Carolina with a Week 1 win. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Week 1 NFL football is back & it's got us in our feelings! 00:06:00 – How can the Bears stack up against Bryce Young & the Panthers offense? 00:13:00 – Bears offense has the edge, but Panthers pass rush could cause problems 00:23:00 – Jason McKie's McKeys to a Bears Victory 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, game previews, analysis & insider coverage from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #BearsVsPanthers #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #CalebWilliams #BryceYoung #JasonMcKie #BenJohnson #CarolinaPanthers #BearDown

    Bears vs Panthers: The KEYS to Winning a Tough Week 1 Test | w/ Jason McKie

  5. Sep 10

    Bears Injury News: Key Updates on Rome Odunze & Ozzy Trapilo | w/ Courtney Cronin

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Rome Odunze Injury Update + Bears vs Panthers Preview Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN's Courtney Cronin Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago ESPN Bears insider Courtney Cronin is live from Halas Hall with major Chicago Bears injury updates ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The Bears received encouraging news on LT Ozzy Trapilo, as his rehab continues to trend toward a return. Pat and Courtney break down his recovery timeline and what getting Trapilo back could eventually mean for the Bears offensive line and Caleb Williams. Then the focus turns to Rome Odunze's injury status. Will the Bears wide receiver be ready to play against the Panthers on Sunday, and could the injury linger beyond Week 1? Courtney shares the latest from Halas Hall and what Chicago's options are if Rome isn't 100 percent. Finally, Pat and Courtney deliver a full Chicago Bears vs Carolina Panthers preview, breaking down the biggest matchups, advantages and concerns as Ben Johnson and the Bears prepare for their first game of the season. 🏈 Episode Highlights: Latest Rome Odunze injury update before Bears vs Panthers Will Rome Odunze be ready to play Sunday? Encouraging progress in Ozzy Trapilo's rehab What Trapilo's eventual return means for the Bears offensive line Full Bears vs Panthers Week 1 preview Courtney Cronin's latest reporting from Halas Hall 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, injury updates, game previews & insider reporting from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #RomeOdunze #CourtneyCronin #BearsVsPanthers #OzzyTrapilo #CalebWilliams #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #BearsNews #BearDown

    Bears Injury News: Key Updates on Rome Odunze & Ozzy Trapilo | w/ Courtney Cronin

  6. Sep 9

    Bears vs Panthers: Who REALLY Has the Edge? | Jurko's Full Preview

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears vs Panthers Preview + Kyler Gordon Reality Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago's John "Jurko" Jurkovic Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago Bears vs. Panthers week is here, and Jurko is lathered up! Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago's Jurko deliver a full Chicago Bears vs. Carolina Panthers preview, breaking down where each team has the advantage and the matchups that could ultimately decide the game. Jurko starts with where the Bears have the edge against Carolina, before flipping the matchup and identifying where the Panthers could cause Chicago problems. The nine-year NFL veteran also gives his perspective on halftime adjustments and what actually happens inside an NFL locker room when coaches need to change the game plan. Then Jurko delivers a strong take on Kyler Gordon, explaining why he believes the Bears players and coaching staff may be preparing as if they'll get nothing from Gordon this season. Finally, Pat and Jurko make their Bears vs. Panthers game predictions before predicting Chicago's season awards, including Bears MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Where do the Bears have the edge vs. Panthers? 00:15:00 – Where do the Panthers have the edge vs. Bears? 00:18:00 – Jurko explains how NFL halftime adjustments really work 00:24:00 – Jurko: Bears may be expecting nothing from Kyler Gordon this season 00:31:00 – Bears vs. Panthers game predictions 00:37:00 – Predicting Bears MVP, OPOY, DPOY & Rookie of the Year 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, game previews, predictions & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #BearsVsPanthers #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #KylerGordon #Jurko #CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #CarolinaPanthers #BearDown

    Bears vs Panthers: Who REALLY Has the Edge? | Jurko's Full Preview

  7. Sep 2

    Ryan Poles Casts Doubt on Kyler Gordon — What Does That Do to a Locker Room? | Jurko

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Jurko Reacts to Kyler Gordon Concerns + Caleb Williams' Growth Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago's John "Jurko" Jurkovic Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles admitted there is uncertainty surrounding Kyler Gordon's return, and Pat The Designer & Jurko react to what that could mean for Gordon and the Bears defense heading into the season. As a nine-year NFL veteran, Jurko brings a unique player's perspective to the conversation. What goes through a locker room when an injured player struggles to return? How do teammates and coaches handle the uncertainty? And at what point does availability become a legitimate concern for the organization? The conversation then turns to Caleb Williams, after Bears HC Ben Johnson praised his maturity as one of the biggest areas of growth in his game. Jurko breaks down the development process for a young NFL player and explains why maturity, preparation and leadership can be just as important as physical improvement. 🏈 Episode Highlights: Ryan Poles admits uncertainty surrounding Kyler Gordon's return Jurko's NFL veteran perspective on players struggling to return from injury Ben Johnson praises Caleb Williams' growing maturity Jurko explains how young NFL players truly develop Why Caleb's growth goes beyond what happens on the field 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, player analysis & insider discussion from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #KylerGordon #RyanPoles #CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #Jurko #BearsNews #BearDown

    Ryan Poles Casts Doubt on Kyler Gordon — What Does That Do to a Locker Room? | Jurko

  8. Sep 2

    Ryan Poles' BIG Realization About Kyler Gordon's Future with the Bears | w/ Courtney Cronin

    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Ryan Poles Gets Real About Kyler Gordon's Future Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN's Courtney Cronin Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago ESPN Bears insider Courtney Cronin is live from a busy Halas Hall as Pat The Designer and Courtney break down the biggest comments from Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles with the regular season approaching. One of the biggest takeaways centers around Kyler Gordon and his future with the Bears. After another offseason and training camp filled with injury concerns, Poles appears to be facing a major realization about Gordon's availability, Chicago's secondary, and how the organization needs to approach the position moving forward. Pat and Courtney break down what Poles said, what it could mean for Kyler Gordon's long-term future in Chicago, and the other important roster developments coming out of Bears headquarters as Week 1 gets closer. 🏈 Episode Highlights: Ryan Poles' latest comments from Halas Hall The Bears' realization about Kyler Gordon What Gordon's availability means for Chicago's secondary Is Kyler Gordon's long-term future with the Bears in question? Latest Bears roster news heading toward Week 1 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, injury updates, roster moves & insider reporting from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #RyanPoles #KylerGordon #CourtneyCronin #BearsNews #HalasHall #BenJohnson #BearDown 🔥 Suggested High-CTR Title: Ryan Poles' BIG Realization About Kyler Gordon's Bears Future | Courtney Cronin Other strong options: Courtney Cronin: Bears Facing a Tough Reality With Kyler Gordon or Ryan Poles Gets Real About Kyler Gordon After Another Injury-Plagued Camp.

    Ryan Poles' BIG Realization About Kyler Gordon's Future with the Bears | w/ Courtney Cronin
See All (250)

Hosts & Guests

4.4
out of 5
109 Ratings

About

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.

Information

More From ESPN Chicago

You Might Also Like