WGN Radio’s Dan Hampton and Ed O’Bradovich take time to remember the life and career of Chicago Bears legend Dick Butkus

Born and raised in Chicago, Butkus defined what it was to be a Chicago Bear, being selected to the Pro Bowl eight times in his career. In 1979, Butkus was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first season of eligibility. According to a statement from his family, Butkus died “peacefully in his sleep overnight at home in Malibu.”

Butkus was 80 years old.

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears heartbreaking defeat to the Denver Broncos 31-28, suffering their 14th straight loss.

Justin Fields had near perfect the entire first half, completing 16-of-17 passes for 231 yards and three touchdowns. His only incompletion came at the end of the quarter, throwing a Hail Mary to the endzone. However, the Broncos were too much to handle in the second half, rattling off 24 straight points to come from behind and steal the victory at Solider Field.

The Hamp & O’B Show returns to the air on a quick turn-around this Thursday, October 5th, with the Bears (0-4) taking a trip to FedEx Field with a dance with the Washington Commanders (2-2). The Pregame is from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm. Postgame show, highlights, and reactions from 10:30 pm-12:00 am.

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears horrific loss to the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs 41-10

For 60 minutes on Sunday afternoon, the Chiefs dismantled the Bears on both sides of the ball. Chicago struggled once more on third down efficiency, going 4-12 while only managing 203 total yards compared to Kansas City’s 456 yards while being 10-14 on third downs.

The Hamp & O’B Show returns to the air on October 1st, with the Bears (0-3) returning to Soldier Field against the Denver Broncos (0-3). The Pregame is from 11 am-12 pm. Postgame show, highlights, and reactions from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm.

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears second straight loss to start the 2023 season to the Tampa Buccaneers (12 straight dating back to last season).

Rasheem Green’s block of a 40-yard field goal to open in the second quarter was a bright spot for the special teams group. Fields also connected with Chase Claypool for a 20-yard touchdown reception in the 3rd quarter. Two turnovers late in the game were the Bears’ final nail in the coffin late in the game.

The Hamp & O’B Show returns to the air on September 24th, with the Bears (0-2) taking on the defending Superbowl champions Kansas City Cheifs (1-1). The Pregame is from 11 am-12 pm. Postgame show, highlights, and reactions from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm.

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears opening season loss to rival Green Bay Packers 38-20

A Bears team with high hopes to get off on the right foot in the 2023 campaign came out flat to open the season. Inefficiently on third down (3 of 13) was the centerpiece of a poor performance. Bears’ rooking running back Roschon Johnson scored his first career touchdown late in the game, but it wasn’t enough for Jordan Love’s three-touchdown outing.

The Hamp & O’B Show returns to the air on September 17th, with the Bears (0-1) taking on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-0). The Pregame is from 11 am-12 pm. Postgame show, highlights, and reactions from 4:30 pm-6:30 pm.

The 2023 Bears season is upon us! Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and host Andy Masur break down the Chicago Bears 2023 NFL Draft class. The crew breaks down picks from rounds 1-6 which saw the Bears take OT Darnell Wright, DT Gervon Dexter Sr., CB Tyrique Stevenson, DT Zacch Pickens, RB Roschon Johnson, WR Tyler Scott, LB Noah Sewell, and CB Terell Smith. Tune in to hear why the boys have hope for a good season in 2023!

Follow the Chicago BearsDraft Tracker throughout the draft.

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears losing the season finale to the Minnesota Vikings 29-13
Cole Kmet turned in a game with 4 receptions, 57 yards, and 1 touchdown reception. The Bears set a franchise record for 10 straight losses on the season to the NFC north winning Minnesota Vikings.
Bears finished the season with an NFL-worst 3-14 record. As a result, The Bears will hold the 1st overall pick in April’s NFL Draft.

As we sign off on the 22-23 NFL season, We thank all the passionate fans and callers who contributed to the show this year! Until the 23-24 NFL season….

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears losing their 9th straight game to the Detriot Lions 41-10

The Bears scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and did not score the remainder of the game. The offense only managed to pass for 30 yards throughout the whole game. The Bears were not efficient on 3rd down, going 3 of 13. The Bears looked miserable all game.

The Hamp & O’B Show returns to the air either Saturday, January 7th, or Sunday, January 8th, with the Bears (3-13) wrapping up their season finale against the Minnesota Vikings (12-3). The Pregame is from 11 am-12 pm. Postgame show highlights and reactions from 3 pm-5 pm.

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears franchise-tying eighth straight loss to AFC’s east-leading Buffalo Bills 35-13.

In one of the coldest games ever played on Soldier Field, The Chicago Bears squandered yet another lead going into halftime against the Buffalo Bills. The Bears failed on the run, only rushing for 80 yards on the ground versus Buffalo’s 254 rushing yards.

Bears defense kept the offense in the game, forcing three turnovers, including two interceptions and one fumble recovery.

The lack of scoring production in the second half (three points) led to the fallout. The offense could only convert 2 of 12 chances on third down. Chicago has dropped eight straight, holding onto the second-overall pick for next year’s draft.

The Hamp & O’B Show returns to the air in the new year Sunday, January 1st, with the Bears (3-12) taking a trip to Ford Field with an NFC North clash with the Detriot Lions (7-8). The Pregame is from 11 am-12 pm. Postgame show highlights and reactions from 3 pm-5 pm.

Dan Hampton, Ed O’Bradovich, and Andy Masur react to the Bears seventh straight loss, this one to the NFL’s best team record-wise, the Philadelphia Eagles. The Bears offense and defense came ready to play this week – holding the NFL’s best team, the Eagles, to just ten points in the first half. Two interceptions in the first half by Kyler Gordon and DeAndre Houston-Carson set the tone for the Bears defense. Justin Fields lead the charge on offense again, going 14 of 21, 152 yards, and adding two touchdowns. Fields did add 95 rushing yards as well.

It was the injury plague that affected the team. Injuries occurred to Tevin Jenkins, Jack Sanborn, and Equanimeous St. Brown, who did not return to the game. Jaylon Johnson and Justin Fields we’re both shaken up in the affair. Bears fans were happy to see the output from the team this week but again left empty-handed as the Bears dropped their 7th straight game.

The Hamp & O’B Show returns to the air on Christmas Eve, December 24th, with the Bears (3-11) having a dance with the Buffalo Bills (11-3). The Pregame is from 11 am-12 pm. Postgame show highlights and reactions from 3 pm-5 pm.