On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff does a mailbag exclusive! He discusses what it means for the Bears to be "Ben Johnson's team," why the young LSU WR is turning heads in his early days, why nepotism in league circles is a bad thing, and why you should always try mozzarella sticks at a pub if they're listed as "homemade."

On this episode of JHiTB Jeff yells about the schedule release NOT being a television event, remembers Sam Sianis of the Billy Goat Tavern (which will be an ongoing theme), and answers reader emails.

On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff breaks the 2026 schedule in five segments, lauds its overall balance, and opines that it's the ideal schedule for a coaching staff good at in-season adjustments. Also...a lot of mail from the listeners!

On Episode 4 of JHiTB, Jeff answers your emails! Is the offensive coordinator the football equivalent of the screenwriter? How many potatoes HAS he eaten? Airport beers! Glengarry Glen Ross! Kevin Warren is disliked! Source talk!

In Episode 3 of JHiTB, Jeff discusses the three players who could very well determine HOW GOOD the 2026 Bears can be, reads a few texts from scout friend, and eviscerates the Saudis, Greg Norman and Phil Mickelson.

In this episode of JHiTB, Jeff takes a "big picture" look at the Bears' draft strategy, acknowledging what is obvious: these are now Ben Johnson's Bears.

In segment two, he provides scouting reports on Chicago's selections from friends who makes their living doing such things in the NFL.

He closes the show by touching on the drama surrounding the 2026 World Cup. His advice? Ignore the noise. When the tournament gets to the quarterfinals, all the negativity will drift away. (It always does.)

On this debut episode of Jeff Hughes is Talking Bears, Jeff lets you know what's in store for the season ahead, discusses a lackluster NFL Draft (while bemoaning the Draft Industrial Complex), and apologizes for some wonky audio nonsense.

Special thanks to Scott Ethier for the brilliant musical accompaniment, including the killer theme song!