While Cubs and White Sox fans may never agree on baseball, one thing is certain: both sides of the city can rally behind the Bears. And nothing screams “Chicago is a football town” quite like a loud “Green Bay sucks!” chant echoing through a baseball stadium.

0:00 Chicago Bears

4:00 NFL Team - Travel Miles

9:35 Bears Stadium

12:00 Von Miller

15:30 Aaron Rodgers

20:00 Eli Manning

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Chicago Bears’ 2026 schedule and ask the big question:

👉 Did the NFL quietly help the Bears… or is it just pure coincidence?

0:00 Bears Schedule

10:30 NFL Team Videos

16:40 Burden and Loveland

22:45 Marquee

From bye-week timing to travel stretches and divisional matchups, Dan and Matt analyze whether the schedule sets up favorably for Chicago—or if it’s business as usual. Are there hidden advantages that could give the Bears a real edge this season?

Plus, the guys react to some of the best (and worst) NFL schedule release videos across the league—because let’s be honest, the schedules aren’t the only thing teams are competing on anymore.

And don’t miss a look at ESPN’s feature on Luther Burden and Colston Loveland, two exciting young playmakers generating serious buzz. What could they mean for the future of the NFL—and possibly the Bears’ competition?

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola share live and immediate reaction to the release of the Chicago Bears 2026 schedule

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the buzz ahead of the official NFL schedule release, diving into leaked and rumored matchups for the Chicago Bears and what they could mean for the upcoming season. Plus, they react to a new NFL.com analysis on which division winners are built to repeat—and which teams could be headed for a fall. The show also tackles the latest controversy surrounding the Rooney Rule, as Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier brings renewed scrutiny to the policy.

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8:20 NFL Division Champs

11:00 Rooney Rule

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest Brad Biggs mailbag from the Chicago Tribune — and one response about the Bears’ defensive line raises some serious eyebrows.

Biggs suggests that improved coaching could be the key to unlocking better play up front, but Bernstein and Abbatacola aren’t buying it. The guys explain why that answer feels like organizational spin and why it could come back to bite the Bears if expectations don’t match reality in 2026.

Plus, the NFL drops its international game schedule, and there’s good news for Bears fans — Chicago won’t be losing a home game (or heading overseas) this season. The guys react to the scheduling break and what it means for the team.

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola discuss the newest Bears signings. Special episode of Forward Progress LIVE - Thursday night 7pm with the release of the NFL Schedule.

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down comments from Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen at rookie minicamp, where Allen took responsibility for a lack of focus on sound defensive fundamentals. Dan and Matt aren’t fully buying it.

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15:00 Scotty Miller

17:00 Bears Rookies

23:60 Jeremiah Love

26:00 QB Trivia

To them, the explanation sounds a little too much like coach speak, leaving some important follow-up questions unanswered. It’s something we’ll be watching closely as the offseason progresses.

The guys also discuss which Bears rookies could make an immediate impact in the 2026 season and why certain roles may be available sooner than expected.

Bears rookie Jeremiah Love drew attention with his comments about his rookie contract, offering a refreshing perspective from a young player who could become a future NFL star.

We wrap up the show with some quarterback trivia to close things out.

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest developments surrounding the Mike Vrabel–Dianna Russini alleged relationship controversy and the growing questions about possible NFL tampering. With Vrabel serving as head coach of the Tennessee Titans at the time of the Julio Jones trade, the conversation turns to whether lines were crossed—and whether the dots now being connected tell a larger story. As receipts are examined, the timeline raises eyebrows.

0:00 Zah Frazier 

3:00 Vrabel and Russini

17:25 Dillon Thieneman

19:00 Bears - Penalties

On the Chicago Bears front, the guys react to the release of Zah Frazier, a 2025 draft pick, and what it signals about the roster moving forward. Plus, ESPN’s Matt Bowen weighs in on why Dillon Thieneman may have found the perfect landing spot in Chicago, and what his role could look like going forward.

To wrap it up, Dan shares a revealing article that highlights a major issue with penalties involving the Bears—one that could genuinely stun fans and has broader implications for how the team operates on Sundays.

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Online chatter is buzzing after reports surfaced about a private boat ride involving Mike Vrabel and NFL insider Diana Russini — and Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have thoughts. If it’s real, say it. If it’s not, stop letting the rumors lead the narrative.

0:00 Vrabel and Russini

21:30 Chicago Bears

25:45 Aaron Rodgers

27:00 Johnny Manziel

32:00 Tom Zbikowski

The Bears’ biggest roster hole — and why analytics expert Aaron Schatz says it’s not what most fans think

Aaron Rodgers to the Steelers? Is there real smoke behind the speculation

Johnny Manziel fighting a content creator — because of course he is

Former Bear Tom Zbikowski’s wild idea to bring back intramural boxing as a Chicago‑area high school coach

NFL takes, media drama, Bears talk, and one story that somehow involves football, boats, and controversy — all in one show.

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola analyze the 10 areas to watch for the Chicago Bears, based on insights from Tribune beat reporter Brad Biggs.

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16:30 Malik Muhammad

20:00 NFL News and Notes

Which Bears starter is most likely to be replaced by a rookie? The answer may surprise you. Plus, a look around the league with the latest NFL news and notes.

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