The Chicago Bears Podcast

The Chicago Bears Podcast: Improvements & Challenges

With Pat The Designer & Jason McKie

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Episode Highlights:

Offensive Improvements: Breaking down the progress under new OC Thomas Brown and what it means for Caleb Williams and the Bears’ offense.

Mental Roadblocks: Why the Bears, under HC Matt Eberflus, struggle to close out games. Jason McKie shares insights into how this team isn’t built for sustained success despite its talent.

Coaching Contrast: How Thomas Brown’s methods stand out compared to former OC Shane Waldron—and why it’s a step forward.

Vikings Predictions: The guys share their takes on Sunday’s crucial divisional matchup.

Do you think the Bears can bounce back against Minnesota?

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? The Chicago Bears Podcast: Caleb's Growth & Coaching Future ?

On today’s episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and ESPN’s Courtney Cronin, brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, tackle the burning question: Do the positives outweigh the negatives?

Caleb’s Growth Spotlight: How the focus is shifting from Matt Eberflus’ losing culture to finding the best play-caller and scheme for Caleb Williams.

Thomas Brown’s Stock Rising? If Caleb keeps cooking under Brown, could he earn head coach consideration?

Big Personalities at Halas Hall: Reports suggest the Bears won’t seek a “big personality” HC, with Kevin Warren and Ryan Poles already filling that role.

The Warren-Poles Dynamic: Who’s really calling the shots on the next coaching hire?

Bears fans, what do YOU think is the next move for this team?

#ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #ThomasBrown #BearDown

? Bears vs. Packers Fallout: Coaching, Caleb, & Chaos ?

On The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Shea Norling dive into yet another crushing loss to the Packers, brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana.

New OC, New Offense? Breaking down the offense under Thomas Brown and Caleb Williams' improved performance.

Eberflus on the Hot Seat: Why Matt Eberflus has the worst record in one-score games and his struggles with coaching decisions.

Poles & Eberflus Connection: Are the GM and HC tied together on the chopping block?

"Let Caleb Cook!" What’s holding the rookie QB back, and can Eberflus get out of his way?

Is it time to make sweeping changes at Halas Hall?

#ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #MattEberflus #BearDown #PackersVsBears

Pat the Designer, Jason McKie and Jeff Meller break down the Bears' heartbreaking loss to the Packers. The guys evaluate the offensive playcalling, Caleb Williams and more!

The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer & ESPN's Courtney Cronin | Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

Today’s episode is packed with a look ahead to Sunday’s big Bears vs. Packers game, featuring special guest Ryan Wood from USA Today

How the Packers reached their impressive 6-3 record

Jordan Love’s injury update & high interception rate—how it could impact Sunday

The Bears’ struggles and why this matchup leans Green Bay’s way

Concerning news on Jaquan Brisker's concussion & its impact on the Bears' defense

Predictions for the game!

Don’t miss the full breakdown on where the Bears stand heading into this rivalry clash. #ChicagoBears #BearDown #Packers #NFL #GamePreview #JaquanBrisker

The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer & Former Bears Fullback Jason McKie | Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

Things are shaking up at Halas Hall, and Pat & J Mack are here to break it down! The guys dive into:

The firing of OC Shane Waldron & promotion of Thomas Brown

J Mack’s NFL insight on what Sunday's play-calling may look like vs. the Packers

Film review of Caleb Williams’ accuracy struggles & the changes needed to drive his development

Breaking news on the release of guard Nate Davis & the Bears’ new Center signing

Get the latest analysis on what these changes mean for the Bears moving forward!

#ChicagoBears #BearDown #NFL #CalebWilliams #MattEberflus #OCChange #HalasHall #ESPNChicago

The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer & Shea Norling | ESPN Chicago

Pat and Shea go live to react to the Bears’ decision to fire OC Shane Waldron. They break down what this means for:

The offense & Caleb Williams' development

Matt Eberflus' job security and next steps

GM Ryan Poles' and President Kevin Warren's impact on this roster

Special guest Courtney Cronin joins to share insights into the locker room and players’ reactions to the firing. Are there more changes on the horizon, or is it too little, too late?

#ChicagoBears #BearDown #CalebWilliams #RyanPoles #MattEberflus #CourtneyCronin #ESPNChicago #NFL

The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer & Shea Norling:

On this episode, Pat and Shea react to yet another embarrassing Bears performance and another coaching letdown from Matt Eberflus. They dive into:

Costly coaching mistakes & missed opportunities

Struggles of QB Caleb Williams: Has the season derailed his development?

Blame game: Who’s responsible for this season’s struggles?

Is GM Ryan Poles running out of time to make a change?

Pat and Shea debate if it’s too late for a turnaround. Can Caleb Williams bounce back, or is he already on a doomed path?

#ChicagoBears #NFL #BearsNation #MattEberflus #CalebWilliams #BearDown #RyanPoles #ESPNChicago

Pat the Designer, Jason McKie, and Jeff Meller break down the Bears loss to the Patriots following the game.

The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s David Kaplan | Presented by Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

Pat The Designer and David Kaplan go head-to-head on whether GM Ryan Poles truly set up the Bears for success. They discuss Poles' decisions around the offensive line and the impact on rookie QB Caleb Williams, sharing why they aren’t surprised by the struggles on offense. Here's what's on today’s show:

The Poles Debate — Did Ryan Poles ignore key needs on the line and set up the offense to fail?

Fire Eberflus? — Pat and Kap agree on firing HC Matt Eberflus but discuss why it's complicated, plus possible coaching free agents.

Draft Decisions — A look back at drafting Rome Odunze instead of investing in the line; was it a mistake?

Season Outlook — With minimal optimism, they break down what to expect from the Bears the rest of the year.

Bears vs. Patriots Predictions — Can Chicago turn it around this Sunday?

Share your thoughts on Poles, Eberflus, and the Bears' future! #ChicagoBears #BearsNation #NFL