🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie

Brought to you by Avondale Roofing & Underdog Fantasy

The Chicago Bears and Cleveland Browns are set to battle in a frozen Soldier Field on Sunday — potentially one of the coldest Bears games on record. Pat and Jason break down everything this weather-dominated matchup will demand from Chicago.

The guys dive into what’s at stake against a bad Browns squad, how the Bears must manage the elements, and why this week is a CRAZY trial by fire for rookie Ozzy Trapilo as he faces an elite defensive front.

Plus — Jason McKie delivers his Underdog Fantasy picks, and closes the show with his McKeys To The Game for a Bears victory.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Preparing for one of the coldest Bears games ever

00:12:00 – A lot at stake vs a bad Browns squad

00:20:00 – The CRAZY trial by fire for Ozzy Trapilo

00:27:00 – Underdog Fantasy with Jason McKie

00:33:30 – McKey’s To The Game

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin

Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & Underdog Fantasy

It’s going to be a cold battle at Soldier Field as the Chicago Bears host the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Pat and Courtney deliver a full matchup preview and explain why the Bears may be positioned to hand it to the Browns in this Week 13 showdown.

The crew breaks down what to expect from Ozzy Trapilo vs. Myles Garrett, how the Bears should game plan in freezing temperatures, and the strategic adjustments Ben Johnson must make in a weather-dominated matchup.

Plus — Jurko drops in with his Underdog Fantasy pick, and Courtney gives her official Bears vs. Browns predictions.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Why the Bears should hand it to the Browns on Sunday

00:07:45 – What to expect from Ozzy Trapilo vs. Myles Garrett

00:18:00 – Game plan for freezing cold temps at Soldier Field

00:23:00 – Underdog Fantasy pick from Jurko

00:27:00 – Courtney’s predictions for Bears vs. Browns

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer

Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy

Pat The Designer delivers the latest Chicago Bears injury updates, including some shaky news on CB Kyler Gordon, and what it means for the defense heading into a crucial week.

Pat also breaks down the lofty goals set by head coach Ben Johnson, including his stated must-win scenario and how that message is resonating inside Halas Hall.

Plus — an Underdog Fantasy segment featuring a possible DJ Moore bounce-back, and Pat explains how Caleb Williams is adopting a Michael Jordan-style mentality in his approach to leadership and preparation.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Not-so-great injury update on CB Kyler Gordon

00:09:10 – Ben Johnson lays out a must-win scenario

00:17:25 – Underdog Fantasy: DJ Moore bounce-back?

00:20:15 – Caleb Williams using a Michael Jordan mentality — Pat explains

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin

Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & Underdog Fantasy

Pat and Courtney take a deep dive into the disappearance of DJ Moore within the Bears' offense — what’s causing it, who’s responsible, and how Chicago can get its WR1 re-engaged down the stretch.

The crew also breaks down Caleb Williams’ inconsistent play and how it’s holding back the Bears’ passing attack, with insights straight from Halas Hall.

Plus — Courtney joins Pat for this week’s Underdog Fantasy picks.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – DJ Moore has disappeared — breaking down why

00:24:00 – Underdog Fantasy with Courtney Cronin

00:28:00 – Caleb Williams’ inconsistency is holding back the Bears’ passing offense

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The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling

Brought to you by Underdog Fantasy & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

The Chicago Bears fall to the Green Bay Packers 28–21, and Pat & Shea break down the loss from every angle. Despite the defeat, the Bears showed they were up to the test, and the guys explain why the performance still reveals meaningful growth.

They dive into the key takeaways from the loss, including the late-game interception from Caleb Williams, and why this result should serve as a refocus moment for the team moving forward.

Shea also lays out why 11 wins may not be enough to make the playoffs in a loaded NFC, before Pat and Shea discuss their concerns around Jaylon Johnson and what his status means for the defense.

Plus — Underdog Fantasy picks for Monday Night Football.

Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Bears, despite loss, were up to the test vs. Packers

00:08:00 – Key takeaways & Caleb’s late-game interception

00:17:00 – Why this is a refocus moment for the Bears

00:25:00 – Shea explains why 11 wins may not be enough in the NFC

00:34:00 – Jaylon Johnson concern level

00:43:00 – Underdog Fantasy for Monday Night Football

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie

Brought to you by Underdog Fantasy & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

Former Packers RB and longtime friend of J Mack, Ahman Green, joins the show for a special Bears vs. Packers preview! Ahman breaks down the rivalry through the years, the good and the bad from Jordan Love, and what he expects to see on Sunday when Chicago heads into Lambeau. He also talks about his esports career, how competition translates from the NFL to gaming, and what makes this rivalry feel different in 2024. Then J Mack closes out the episode with his McKeys To The Game and his weekly Underdog Fantasy pick.

👇 Episode Highlights:

Ahman Green on the Bears–Packers rivalry through the years

The good & bad from Jordan Love

What Ahman expects in Sunday’s matchup

Ahman Green’s esports journey

J Mack’s McKeys To The Game

Underdog Fantasy pick of the week

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin

Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & Underdog Fantasy

The Bears vs. Packers rivalry has reached a new level, and Pat & Courtney break down how Chicago enters this matchup with more confidence and identity than they’ve had in years.

The crew dives into how the Chicago Bears finally have a true identity — physically, schematically, and culturally — and why that matters heading into the biggest rivalry game of the season.

Plus, Courtney joins for Underdog Fantasy picks, and Pat The Designer does his best to find a “good win” on the Packers’ schedule… with mixed results.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – The Bears vs Packers rivalry is at a new level

00:15:00 – Chicago Bears have a true identity for the first time in a long time

00:27:30 – Underdog Fantasy with Courtney Cronin

00:32:00 – Pat The Designer tries to find a good Packers win

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The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic

Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy

Today’s episode focuses on the advantages the Chicago Bears have over the Green Bay Packers heading into this week’s rivalry matchup. Pat and Jurko break down where the Bears can control the game — starting with a powerful Bears rushing attack facing a vulnerable Packers run defense.

The guys also look at Jordan Love’s turnover issues in clutch moments, why the Bears’ offensive line has become a dominant group, and how Chicago’s physical identity can take over at Lambeau.

They also check in on Austin Booker’s growth, and debate a big question: Which QB & HC duo would you rather have — the Bears’ or the Packers’?

Plus, Jurko gives his weekly Underdog Fantasy picks.

Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Bears running attack vs. Packers rush defense

00:07:30 – Jordan Love’s turnovers in clutch situations

00:15:00 – The Bears’ O-line is becoming a dominant unit

00:24:00 – Underdog Fantasy with Jurko

00:28:00 – Checking in on Austin Booker’s growth

00:34:00 – Which QB & HC duo would you prefer: Bears or Packers?

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The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin

Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & Underdog Fantasy

It’s Packers Week — and the Chicago Bears are finally getting key players back at exactly the right time. Pat and Courtney break down the returning impact players, how Chicago is trending health-wise, and why this matchup sets up favorably for the Bears.

The crew takes a deep dive into scouting Jordan Love and the Packers offense, discusses why the Bears have a clear advantage in the run game, and lay out how Ben Johnson should lean on that strength early and often.

Plus — Courtney joins for Underdog Fantasy picks, and the episode wraps with the most important key the Bears must focus on to beat the Packers on Sunday.

Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Bears are getting healthier at the right time

00:07:00 – Scouting Jordan Love & the Packers offense

00:12:00 – Bears have the advantage in the run game and must lean on it

00:19:00 – Underdog Fantasy with Courtney Cronin

00:25:00 – The most important key for the Bears to beat the Packers

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The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago

Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling

Brought to you by Underdog Fantasy & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

It’s Victory Monday, and the Chicago Bears wake up in 1st place in the NFC. Pat and Shea break down how the Bears got here, how long they can stay on top, and why this team’s physical identity is starting to overwhelm opponents.

Shea explains why he wants Ben Johnson and the Bears offense to lean even harder into bully ball, while Pat highlights how Chicago played the Eagles off the field with toughness and control. The guys also look ahead to a huge matchup next week — Bears vs. Packers — and debate whether Chicago actually holds the advantage.

Plus, Shea shares his Underdog Fantasy picks for Monday Night Football.

Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Bears are 1st in the NFC — how long can this last?

00:10:00 – Shea wants Ben Johnson & the Bears offense to lean into bully ball

00:17:00 – Bears played the Eagles off the field with physical play

00:26:30 – Underdog Fantasy for Monday Night Football

00:31:00 – Looking ahead to Bears vs Packers… do the Bears have the advantage?

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