The Chicago Bears Podcast

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August 05 TJ Edwards Returns to Bears Camp — Huge Boost for Chicago's Defense
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | T.J. Edwards Returns to Bears Camp
Hosted by Pat The Designer
Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
It was a lighter day on the practice field at Chicago Bears Training Camp, but there was still plenty of news coming out of Halas Hall. Pat The Designer recaps Day 6 of camp, breaking down the biggest developments and what they mean as the Bears continue preparing for the 2026 season.
The biggest headline: Linebacker T.J. Edwards is back on the practice field. Pat discusses what his return means for Dennis Allen's defense and why it's a significant boost for one of the Bears' veteran leaders.
Plus, a full rundown of Day 6 observations, standout performers, and all the latest Bears news and notes from Halas Hall.
👇 Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – T.J. Edwards returns to the practice field
00:06:45 – Day 6 Training Camp recap
00:16:30 – Quick Bears news & notes
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18 min
August 05 Darnell Wright Gets PAID! Bears Lock Up Franchise Right Tackle | w/ Courtney Cronin
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Darnell Wright Gets PAID + Coby Bryant Injury Update
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN's Courtney Cronin
Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
The Chicago Bears have locked up franchise right tackle Darnell Wright, agreeing to a 4-year contract extension. Pat The Designer and ESPN Bears insider Courtney Cronin break down why this was a priority for Ryan Poles and what it means for the future of the Bears' offensive line and Caleb Williams.
The show also covers the unfortunate news that new safety Coby Bryant will miss 8–10 weeks after suffering a knee injury at training camp. Pat and Courtney discuss the ripple effects on Dennis Allen's defense, who could step into a larger role, and how the Bears will adjust.
Plus, the duo recaps Day 5 of Bears Training Camp, highlighting the biggest standouts and asking an intriguing question: Is a legitimate running back competition brewing in Chicago?
👇 Episode Highlights:
– Darnell Wright signs a 4-year extension with the Bears
– Coby Bryant out 8–10 weeks: impact on the defense
– Day 5 Training Camp observations from Halas Hall
-- Is there a real running back battle taking shape?
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38 min
August 03 Bears Camp Update: Coby Bryant Goes Down with Knee Injury Scare | w/ Jason McKie
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | LIVE from Halas Hall: Pads Are On
Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group, Midwest Dairy & City Colleges of Chicago
The pads are finally on at Chicago Bears Training Camp, and Pat The Designer & Jason McKie are LIVE from Halas Hall with the biggest takeaways from the first fully padded practice. From injury scares to standout performances, there was plenty to unpack.
The show opens with the concerning sight of new safety Coby Bryant going down after grabbing his knee during practice. The guys discuss what it could mean for the Bears' secondary and why they'll be monitoring his status closely.
They also break down Braxton Jones' strong start at left tackle, why the running back room looks deeper than expected, and J Mack shares his biggest takeaway from practice. Finally, the crew reacts to Ben Johnson's blunt comments about Tyrique Stevenson, and what they reveal about the expectations inside Halas Hall.
👇 Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Coby Bryant suffers a scary knee injury at practice
00:13:00 – Braxton Jones impressing early at left tackle
00:18:00 – Bears' running back depth better than expected
00:27:00 – Jason McKie's biggest takeaway from Day 1 in pads
00:36:00 – Ben Johnson delivers blunt truth about Tyrique Stevenson's focus
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46 min
July 29 Caleb Williams Is Taking Over Bears Training Camp | w/ Courtney Cronin
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Caleb Williams Is Taking Control
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN's Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago Bears Training Camp is heating up, and Caleb Williams is embracing his role as the leader of the franchise. Pat The Designer and ESPN Bears insider Courtney Cronin break down everything coming out of Halas Hall, including Caleb's comments about taking command of the offense and what that means for the team's expectations in Year 2 under Ben Johnson.
The duo also discusses the wide-open nickel cornerback competition, why Ben Johnson has already earned tremendous buy-in from the locker room, and the battle at left tackle, where one of the Bears' biggest starting jobs is still up for grabs heading into the preseason.
👇 Episode Timestamps: 
00:00:00 – Caleb Williams talks about taking command of the Bears offense 
00:12:00 – The Bears' nickel cornerback job is up for grabs 
00:25:00 – Ben Johnson is earning buy-in from the entire roster 
00:31:00 – The left tackle competition begins at training camp
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44 min
July 27 Kyler Gordon Starts Bears Camp on the PUP List | When to Worry
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears Training Camp Is HERE!
Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago Bears Training Camp has officially arrived, and Pat The Designer & Shea Norling break down the biggest storylines as the team reports to Halas Hall. From the first injury report to the biggest breakout candidates, it's everything Bears fans need before camp kicks into full gear.
The guys react to the news that Kyler Gordon is unavailable once again, discuss what it means for the Bears' defense, and debate whether an elite secondary can compensate for an inconsistent pass rush. They also explain why Austin Booker must take a major leap in Year 2 and outline the blueprint for Chicago to once again rank among the NFL's best in turnover margin.
👇 Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Bears Training Camp begins & Kyler Gordon is unavailable again
00:11:00 – Can an elite secondary make up for a weak pass rush?
00:20:00 – Why the Bears need a huge leap from Austin Booker
00:30:00 – The blueprint for another dominant year in turnover margin
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44 min
July 23 Darnell Wright Could Reset the Right Tackle Market | w/ Courtney Cronin
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | The ULTIMATE Bears Training Camp Preview
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN's Courtney Cronin
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
Football is back! Pat The Designer and ESPN Bears insider Courtney Cronin bring you the ultimate Chicago Bears Training Camp Preview, breaking down everything fans need to know before camp gets underway. From contract storylines to position battles and 53-man roster projections, this is your complete preseason guide.
The duo discusses why Darnell Wright could be in line for a massive payday, the biggest questions surrounding the Bears entering camp, and which players have the most to gain (or lose) over the coming weeks. They also examine the most intriguing roster battles before making their early 53-man roster predictions.
If you're looking for the most comprehensive Bears training camp preview, this is the episode you don't want to miss.
👇 Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Why Darnell Wright could earn a massive new contract
00:08:30 – The biggest question heading into Bears Training Camp
00:19:30 – Players to keep an eye on during camp
00:30:00 – Breaking down the biggest position battles
00:38:00 – Early 53-man roster predictions
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48 min
July 22 Are the Chicago Bears Ready to Be the Hunted? | w/ Jurko
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Can the Bears Handle the Expectations?
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago's John "Jurko" Jurkovic
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group
For years, the Chicago Bears have been chasing the rest of the NFL. Now, with expectations higher than they've been in decades, Pat The Designer and Jurko ask the big question: Are the Bears finally ready to be the hunted instead of the hunter?
Jurko shares what it's like inside an NFL locker room when expectations suddenly change, explaining why player turnover is simply part of the business and how winning organizations maintain their culture despite constant roster changes. The guys also discuss where the Bears' lofty expectations should really come from—and whether they're justified heading into the season.
Plus, Jurko takes a trip down memory lane with stories from his early NFL Media Days and how the spotlight changes when your team becomes one of the league's biggest storylines.
👇 Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Are the Bears ready to be the hunted instead of the hunter?
00:08:00 – Jurko explains why NFL locker rooms are built for change
00:16:00 – Where should Bears expectations really come from?
00:21:00 – Jurko's early NFL Media Day stories
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34 min
July 20 These Bears Have the MOST to Prove in Training Camp
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Who Has the Most at Stake This Training Camp?
Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
Training camp is almost here, and Pat The Designer & Shea Norling break down which Chicago Bears players have the most to prove before the 2026 season kicks off. From established veterans to players fighting for long-term security, the pressure is on at Halas Hall.
The guys discuss whether Braxton Jones can lock down the left tackle job, why Dayo Odeyingbo needs to deliver after a high-profile offseason, and what the future could look like as the Bears prepare for Caleb Williams' eventual contract extension.
They also examine the expectations surrounding Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson in the secondary and react to the latest rumors: Could Aaron Donald really be considering an NFL comeback?
👇 Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Braxton Jones enters a pivotal training camp
00:13:20 – Dayo Odeyingbo has plenty to prove
00:24:00 – Looking ahead to Caleb Williams' next contract
00:29:00 – Jaylon Johnson & Tyrique Stevenson under the microscope
00:36:00 – Is Aaron Donald really coming back?
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52 min
July 17 The NFC North Is BRUTAL… How the Bears Can Survive Their Schedule | w/ Jason McKie
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Is the NFC North the NFL's Toughest Division?
Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
Is the NFC North the toughest division in football? Pat The Designer and Jason McKie break down the NFL's most competitive divisions and explain why the Chicago Bears face one of the league's most brutal schedules this season.
The guys rank every NFL division, identify the Bears' biggest threat in the NFC North, and discuss whether Chicago can survive a gauntlet that includes division rivals, the AFC East, and multiple division champions.
They also debate how much trust the Bears should put in cornerback Kyler Gordon, and whether the defense can hold up against one of the NFL's toughest slates.
👇 Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Ranking every NFL division
00:08:00 – Biggest threat to the Bears in the NFC North
00:13:00 – How much can the Bears trust CB Kyler Gordon?
00:16:30 – Breaking down the Bears vs. NFC South matchups
00:21:00 – Bears vs. the AFC East
00:25:00 – How the Bears match up against this year's division winners
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36 min
July 16 Eye on the Enemy: The Vikings Are Biggest Unknown in the NFC North | w/ Matt Coller
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Eye on the Enemy: Minnesota Vikings
Hosted by Pat The Designer & Tyler Aki
Special Guest: Matthew Coller (Purple Insider)
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago
It's another edition of Eye on the Enemy as Pat The Designer and Tyler Aki welcome Matthew Coller of Purple Insider for an in-depth look at the Chicago Bears' biggest NFC North rival — the Minnesota Vikings.
The guys break down Minnesota's offseason, the biggest roster additions and departures, and whether the Vikings are better positioned to challenge the Bears for the NFC North crown. They also dive into the franchise's biggest question mark: Kyler Murray, and whether he's the answer to keeping Minnesota among the NFC's elite.
How dangerous are the Vikings heading into the season, and where do they really stack up against the Bears? Matthew Coller gives the inside perspective.
🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears coverage, NFC North previews & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago!
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43 min

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Welcome to The Chicago Bears Podcast, brought to you by ESPN Chicago! Hosted by Pat The Designer and joined by former Bears Jason McKie, along with NFL insider Courtney Cronin, former NFL Defensive…