🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFC North Debate

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s David Kaplan

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Why do the Green Bay Packers have better odds to win the NFC North than the Chicago Bears?! Pat and Kap dive into the disrespect and break down whether Vegas is missing something about this Bears team.

The guys also debate if the Minnesota Vikings are a sleeping giant in the division, and why the Detroit Lions remain the biggest threat to Chicago’s path to the top of the NFC North.

Finally, they make the case that the Bears roster has improved enough to take a leap this season — but is it enough to win the division?

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Why do Packers have better NFC North odds than the Bears?

00:10:00 – Are the Vikings a sleeping giant?

00:15:00 – Lions are the biggest threat to the Bears

00:18:00 – Bears roster is ready to take a leap

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Stadium Drama & Roster Battles

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin
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Big developments off the field — Chicago’s Mayor is attempting to block the Bears from leaving the city, and Pat & Courtney break down what it means for the future of the franchise and the ongoing stadium saga.

On the field, Rookie Mini Camp kicks off this week, and the guys discuss whether any newcomers could be fast-tracked into starting roles sooner than expected.

Plus, a major roster question: is new center Garrett Bradbury’s job already in jeopardy? Could the Bears be exploring a trade, or is he still locked in as the starter?

👇 Episode Timestamps:


00:00:00 – Chicago Mayor vs Bears: stadium battle heats up


00:08:00 – Rookie Mini Camp begins: who could start early?


00:15:00 – Garrett Bradbury’s future: starting job or trade candidate?

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Schedule Drama & Bears History

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

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The NFL world is buzzing as the schedule release gets delayed, and Pat & Jurko react to what it could mean for teams — including the Chicago Bears.

The guys then dive into a bigger question: how can the Bears avoid being a one-hit wonder? What needs to happen for sustained success in a loaded NFC?

Finally, it’s another classic Best & Worst in Bears History segment — this time focusing on linebackers, breaking down the legends and the forgettable names at one of the franchise’s most iconic positions.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – NFL schedule release delayed: what’s going on?

00:05:00 – How can the Bears avoid being a one-hit wonder?

00:15:00 – Best & worst linebackers in Chicago Bears history

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Are the Bears Better?

Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling

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After a busy offseason, the big question is simple — but loaded: are the Chicago Bears actually a better team right now? Pat and Shea break it all down, weighing roster improvements against lingering concerns.

The guys debate whether the upgraded roster will translate into more wins, highlight how the run defense has significantly improved, and explain why the Bears’ schedule could make it difficult to improve their record even if the team is better.

They also address the elephant in the room — the Bears’ biggest hole still wasn’t fixed — and take a look at the NFC North, where the competition isn’t getting any easier.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Are the Bears actually better after the offseason?

00:07:00 – Will roster upgrades lead to more wins?

00:12:00 – Run defense shows major improvement

00:20:00 – Tough schedule could limit win growth

00:29:00 – Biggest concern: key hole still unaddressed

00:29:00 – NFC North concern levels

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Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie

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Who are the biggest winners and losers from the Chicago Bears’ NFL Draft? Pat and J Mack break it all down, highlighting the players whose stock is rising — and those now fighting for their roster spot.

The guys make the case for Caleb Williams as a major winner, explaining how the draft continues to build around him and set him up for success. But not everyone came out on top — there’s a surprising loser who could now be on the bubble heading into training camp.

What does this draft really mean for the Bears depth chart, competition, and roster battles? The breakdown starts here.

👇 Episode Highlights:

Biggest winners from the Bears draft

Why Caleb Williams benefits the most

Surprise loser now fighting for a roster spot

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Draft Grades & Roster Breakdown

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin

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Pat and Courtney break down the Chicago Bears’ NFL Draft strategy, with a focus on Ryan Poles’ approach in Rounds 2 and 3 — and Courtney delivers her official draft grade.

The crew also dives into the current cornerback depth chart, evaluating whether the Bears have enough talent to compete in the NFC. Then it’s back to a familiar issue: help still needed at edge rusher — did the Bears do enough?

Finally, they react to the latest NFC North odds, and once again ask why the Bears continue to be disrespected by sportsbooks.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Courtney’s draft grade & Poles’ Round 2–3 strategy

00:06:00 – Evaluating the Bears’ CB depth chart

00:10:00 – Help wanted: edge rusher

00:17:00 – NFC North odds disrespect the Bears again

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Draft Reaction & What’s Next

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

The Chicago Bears draft is in the books, and Pat & Jurko break down their full reaction to Ryan Poles’ decisions — plus what it means for the roster moving forward.

With key holes still unfilled, the guys debate who will need to step up, including a deep dive into Austin Booker’s ceiling and whether he can realistically become the Bears’ answer at edge rusher.

They also play a one-choice game: if you could add ONE pass rusher from NFL Free Agency, who are you picking?

And in honor of the Bears drafting Dillon Thieneman, the episode wraps with a look at the best safeties in Chicago Bears history.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Jurko’s reaction to the Bears draft & Ryan Poles’ approach

00:08:00 – Austin Booker’s ceiling: future edge solution?

00:13:00 – If you could pick ONE free agent pass rusher…

00:18:00 – Best Bears safeties of all time (Thieneman pick reaction)

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Full NFL Draft Reaction

Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling

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The Chicago Bears’ NFL Draft is complete, and Pat & Shea break down everything — the good, the bad, and the confusing.

The biggest question: how did the Bears not address edge rusher? The guys dive into why that decision is so puzzling and what it means for the defense moving forward.

They also discuss a growing narrative — are the Bears’ roster decisions now more Ben Johnson’s than Ryan Poles’? Plus, they take a hard look at Poles’ process, whether it should be questioned, and why the roster may be better… but expectations shouldn’t necessarily be higher.

And when in doubt — should Bears fans just trust Ben Johnson?

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – No edge rusher? A puzzling draft decision

00:08:00 – Are roster moves more Ben Johnson than Ryan Poles?

00:18:00 – Questioning Ryan Poles’ draft process

00:24:00 – Roster improved, but expectations shouldn’t rise?

00:30:00 – When in doubt… trust Ben Johnson?

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears Draft Reaction

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin

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The Chicago Bears select Safety Dillon Thieneman (Oregon) — and Courtney Cronin is calling it the STEAL of the draft. Pat and Courtney break down why this pick could be a game-changer for Chicago’s defense and how it fits into Ryan Poles’ long-term plan.

The conversation then turns to what’s next: will the Bears need to trade up on Day 2 to land an impact edge rusher, and what are the top priorities heading into Day 3 of the NFL Draft?

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Courtney calls Dillon Thieneman the steal of the draft

00:05:00 – Will the Bears trade up on Day 2 for an edge rusher?

00:12:00 – Bears’ goals for Day 3 of the NFL Draft

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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | LIVE from Halas Hall

Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin

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Pat and Courtney are LIVE from Halas Hall reacting to GM Ryan Poles’ pre-draft press conference just days before the NFL Draft. What did Poles reveal — and what should Bears fans take seriously?

The crew breaks down Poles’ comments on a potential contract extension for RT Darnell Wright, why the center position appears to be a major draft priority, and how the Bears currently view the safety position — which may not be as big of a focus as expected.

They also look ahead to the big picture: which roster holes might still be left unfilled after the NFL Draft, and what that means for the Bears’ offseason strategy moving forward.

👇 Episode Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Ryan Poles on a possible extension for Darnell Wright

00:09:00 – Center position becomes a clear draft priority

00:13:00 – Bears’ perspective on safety (not a major focus?)

00:18:00 – What holes will remain after the NFL Draft?

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