CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

Now that the free agency "buzz" has settled down, it's time to shift our attention to the 2021 NFL Draft. So just how has free agency altered the Chicago Bears draft plans? In this episode, Will and Nick unveil their first initial mock drafts of the year as they attempt to create the best draft class possible with the Bears' current slate of picks. For these mocks, the guys used different draft simulators and both agreed that there were no trades allowed. Take a listen to find out who each of the guys have heading to Chicago! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s no secret that the Chicago Bears were facing a tough offseason in 2021. Now one week into free agency, just how well (or poor) of a job has Ryan Pace done to re-calibrate the roster? In this episode, we take a hard look at every decision that has been made to date including players that have re-signed with the team, those who the Bears have released, and of course each of the free agent signings including QB Andy Dalton, RB Damien Williams and CB Desmond Trufant. Which players are our favorite signings? What decisions do we disagree with? What grade does Ryan Pace get so far? We discuss all of that and much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NOTE: this was recorded on March 16th, but did not reach your feed until March 17th or later. The Chicago Bears have a new quarterback, but it's probably not the one you wanted as they signed Andy Dalton to a 1-year contract. In this episode, we share our instant reaction to the news, explain why this is a complete disappointment, if the Bears will continue pursuing quarterbacks this offseason, what this means for Nick Foles, and much more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How will the Chicago Bears approach free agency with extreme salary cap restrictions? In this episode, we take a look at every position, explain which in-house free agents we'd like to see return, which players the Bears should pursue to fill the holes on the roster, and much more including how Chicago will need to make some moves before the new league year begins to get under the salary cap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to wrap up our annual "State of the Franchise" series by completing our discussion on the Chicago Bears' Defense. In this episode, we go in-depth on two units: Cornerback and Safety. Listen as we discuss how the Bears should look to replace Buster Skrine at nickel, whether or not it makes sense to move on from Kyle Fuller, what to expect from Jaylon Johnson in Year 2, if Eddie Jackson can return to all-pro form, if Tashaun Gipson proved enough to warrant another contract, whether or not Deon Bush and, DeAndre Houston-Carson will return next season, and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're continuing our annual "State of the Franchise" series by switching our focus to the Chicago Bears' Defense. In this episode, we go in-depth on three units: Defensive Line, Outside Linebacker and Inside Linebacker. Listen as we discuss Akiem Hicks' future, how Eddie Goldman's return will impact the team, Bilal Nichols' trending up, whether or not there should be any hope for Robert Quinn, how the Bears should approach refilling its depth at all three units, Roquan Smith's improved play (and durability concerns), and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're continuing our annual "State of the Franchise" series by taking a look at the final two positions on the Chicago Bears' Offense: Tight End and Wide Receiver. Listen as we discuss the large uptick in production from the tight end position in 2020, whether or not it makes sense to let Jimmy Graham go, what we'd do with Allen Robinson, how Darnell Mooney and Cole Kmet can each take a step forward in Year 2, how the Bears should manage the underwhelming WR depth, and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to begin our annual "State of the Franchise" series! In this episode, the guys begin taking a look at the Chicago Bears' Offense. Listen as they go in-depth on three units: Quarterback, Running Back and Offensive Line. They discuss the strengths of weaknesses of each, which players should receive new contracts (or let go), if there are any players that could be "surprise" cuts, and much more including setting the stage for the biggest needs (and talking points) that will dominant the Bears' offseason. (Use our new promo code FANSIDED20 to get 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AND FREE SHIPPING at Manscaped.com) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What did Nick learn during his week down in Alabama covering the Senior Bowl? In this episode, Will picks Nick's brain for his top takeaways including the tremendous amount of depth at a key position of need, the latest surrounding the Bears' efforts to find a franchise quarterback, what you need to know about Chicago's new coaches, and much more including the top lessons each of the guys believe the Bears should be taking from this year's Super Bowl teams.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears have promoted Sean Desai to become the team's third defensive coordinator under Matt Nagy. In this quick-hit episode, the guys share their thoughts on the promotion, explain why Desai was ultimately the right guy for the job, how the defense will look different (with an inside scoop), and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.