CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

Colin Cowherd named the top-3 quarterbacks he would draft in the NFL and listed Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams #3 after only Bills QB Josh Allen and Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes. Is the future already bright enough for Williams to be considered amongst the league’s best? We debate where Caleb SHOULD be ranked on today’s show. Later, we dive into the the Chicago Tribune’s article on Hammond, Indiana, proposing a stadium located on hazardous waste sites. Could Hammond be ruled out for the next Bears stadium? Plus, what is Jahdae Walker's role on the 2026 Bears roster? Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The dust has settled over the weekend now that the full 2026 NFL Schedule was released on Thursday and we're taking a 2nd look over on what challenges there are for the Chicago Bears and what breaks did they catch with the layout of the 17 game season. How much travel will the Bears face? How much rest? What's the most important stretch of games. We'll be breaking it all down with Greg Braggs Jr along with Phil Ottochian and Shayne Marsaw on CHGO Bears After Dark!

Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott joins the show today to make his pitch to the Chicago Bears. Just how good of a deal is Hammond offering the Bears? And what could the next steps be NOW? Would a move to Indiana stall the progress Chicago sports have made in the past year? Adam Jahns joins with his thoughts. Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The NFL schedule has been announced for all 32 teams! Is it favorable for the Chicago Bears? We reveal the schedule and give you our best and worst. Later, the CHGO Bears crew gives you each of their win-loss predictions. Are the Bears going BACK to the playoffs?! Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

We are just a day away from the official NFL schedule release! Today, the CHGO Bears crew gives their best predictions as to what the schedule will look like for the Chicago Bears. How many times will Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams be featured in primetime? Is a Thanksgiving matchup on the table? Will the Bears once again get an early bye week? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Will the Chicago Bears be playing in the first game of the season against the defending Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks? Or will it be a Super Bowl rematch between the Seahawks and New England Patriots? Should the Bears prefer to play the Seahawks early? Several key members of the Bears offense have been spending the offseason working out together. Today, we look at a clip of the players putting work in together. Is a big season loading for Luther Burden? Brian Baldinger is back! He joins us with his thoughts on the Bears’ draft class and more. We close the show by talking to Logan jones’ high school strength coach, Justin Kammrad. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears held Rookie Minicamp over the weekend at Halas Hall and we got our first look a the 2026 Rookie Class out on the football field in a Bears jersey. We'll hear from some of the players along with Head Coach Ben Johnson as make our way through the offseason with Greg Braggs Jr, Phil Ottochian and Shayne Marsaw on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

The Chicago Bears rookie minicamp gave fans even more reasons to be excited about the future, especially after Miller Moss shared why he fully believes in Caleb Williams as the franchise quarterback. On this episode of the CHGO Bears Podcast, Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, and Adam Jahns break down the biggest rookie minicamp leftovers, standout performances, and what Caleb Williams’ leadership is already showing inside Halas Hall — all while celebrating Ben Johnson’s birthday today. Plus, the crew discusses the Bears’ rookie class, coaching impressions, and why Chicago’s offense could be ready for a major leap in 2026. Don’t miss the latest Bears news, Caleb Williams updates, Ben Johnson talk, and NFL rookie minicamp analysis from the CHGO Bears Podcast!

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Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent joins the CHGO Bears Podcast and talks about his offseason preparations so far. How has swimming becoming a part of his training regimen? And what CRAZY story occurred while he was doing laps? Plus, how did Bagent handle offseason trade rumors? The soon-to-be 4th-year QB talks about his lofty expectations for the team as the offseason moves along.

Rookie Minicamp continues on Saturday as the 2026 class makes an impression of the Chicago Bears coaching staff. Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen spoke about the self reflection he did after last season and the changes that need to be made to improve. On today’s CHGO Bears Podcast, we’ll discuss the type of player that Allen and the Bears coaching staff looked for in the NFL Draft. Later, we hear from new Offensive Coordinator Press Taylor for the first time, including the INSANE amount of video he brings with him for his coaching role. Plus, hear from some of the rookies at the podium! Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears took the field for rookie minicamp on Friday, giving us our first look at the players on the field. What stood out as the best and worst from the day? And how did Mark Carman embarrass himself this time??? Later, we hear from Logan Jones who discusses how he landed on wearing #54 after getting the blessing from Bears legend Brian Urlacher. Plus, why did the Bears decide to waive CB Zah Frazier? All o that is coming up with Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Adam Jahns on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Chicago Bears Center Garrett Bradbury has been trade once already this offseason, but could it happen AGAIN? Kevin Eck, writer for the Baltimore Ravens suggested the possibility of it occurring after the Ravens did not replace Tyler Linderbaum in the NFL Draft. If rookie Center Logan Jones performs well at Bears Training Camp, could Ryan Poles explore the possibility? Later, we look at some players who could see their time dwindling with the Bears. Could Tyrique Stevenson or Roschon Johnson be cut candidates this offseason? We close the show by talking with Bears QB Tyson Bagent. How has his training gone since the season concluded? Is a Super Bowl the expectation? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

FS1’s Danny Parkins joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to discuss if the Chicago Bears have improved year-over-year in 2026. Later, we do some trivia for charity against Parkins. Bears hater and Packer enthusiast Peter Bukowski is at it again, taking uneducated shots at the Bears. We set the record straight on today’s show. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast. 0:00 Intro 1:55 Dann Parkins joins! 5:05 Are the Bears better in 2026? 12:00 Bears-Packers rivalry reignited 17:25 NFL Draft in hindsight 24:00 Who will have a better season between Rome and Luther? 26:35 Chicago sports trivia for a good cause 34:35 Cubs for a cure radiothon on The Score 41:15 Peter Bukowski pisses off Bears fans 51:30 Hoge loses bet to Carm

What are the Chicago Bears getting in their 69th overall draft pick Sam Roush? Stanford tight ends coach Nate Byham, who coached Roush in college, joins the show to break down his game, development, and potential at the next level. Byham shares insight into how Roush became a Second Team All-ACC selection and what makes him stand out as a prospect. How does he fit with the Chicago Bears, and what kind of impact can he make early in his career? 
 

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With the NFL Draft having concluded, the CHGO Bears Podcast turns the attention to the NFL schedule reveal. Will the Bears be relegated to an early bye week AGAIN? We list our dream scenarios for the Bears schedule. Plus, that schedule appears to be tough, with Ben Johnson being tasked with the 6th-most difficult schedule by projected win totals. And which NFC contenders made puzzling moves in the NFL Draft? Could the Bears be the most-improved contender? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Adam Jahns on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

ESPN's Field Yates joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to discuss the Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft results. Was LSU WR Zavion Thomas a surprise pick. Was Safety Dillon Thieneman the biggest steal?

The Chicago Bears add tight end Sam Roush in the third round of the NFL Draft, and Adam Hoge and Mark Carman take a deep dive into what he brings to the offense. How does Roush fit into the Bears’ tight end room, and what does his addition mean for the group moving forward? The guys also sit down with Stanford tight ends coach Nate Byham, who coached Roush and helped develop him into a Second Team All-ACC selection in 2025. Byham shares insight into Roush’s game, development, and why he could be a strong fit for the Chicago Bears. Plus, Hoge gives his opinion on the best and worst draft picks chosen by teams in the NFC North. 
 

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On today’s CHGO Bears Podcast, we discuss consensus draft boards as opposed to teams’ boards. Are Bears drafts in the hands on Ben Johnson now? Eric DeCosta, the GM of the Baltimore ravens shared his thoughts on The Ravens Lounge podcast. Plus, did the Bears snipe Logan Jones away from the Ravens? DeCosta lists him as a Center the Ravens were interested in. Later, ESPN’s Field Yates joins the show to recap the Bears draft. Were other teams interested in drafting Zavion Thomas before the Bears selected him? Who could lead the Bears receiver room in yards? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Josh Miracle was the Defensive Coordinator at Westfield High School when new Chicago Bear Dillon Thieneman arrived on campus. He details the Safety's growth from varsity freshman starter all the way to the NFL after being selected with the 25th pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Bears went all in on the safety position this offseason after losing Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker. Enter Safeties Coby Bryant and 1st Round Pick, Dillon Thieneman out of Oregon. We brought on Current Head Coach of Westfield and Former Defensive Coordinator, Josh Miracle, who helped coach and develop Dillon during his HS tenure. Get to know the rookie a little more with Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

The Athletic’s Dane Brugler joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to share his NFL Draft expertise. Did the Chicago Bears have a great draft? Were Dillon Thieneman and Malik Muhammad steals at the position they were drafted? Later, we rank which rookies will have the greatest impact on the 2026 Bears. Plus, are the Bears being foolish in thinking that Dayo Odeyingbo and Shemar Turner will be impact players this season? Join a full CHGO Bears Podcast with Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr. and Adam Jahns on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books and for the 5th year in a row with Ryan Poles as GM, the Chicago Bears did not select an Edge Rusher in the first three rounds of the draft. Will this risk come back to haunt them or is there other avenues the Bears can navigate to try to piece together a better defensive line than what we saw in 2025? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Phil Ottochian and Shayne Marsaw as we discuss all that and more on CHGO Bears After Dark!

The 2026 NFL Draft has concluded with the Chicago Bears making 7 selections. How do we grade Ryan Poles' draft? Needs were filled but the opinions are mixed. Later, we look at some of the UDFA signings. Could there be some diamonds in the rough? And what is the biggest remaining need for the Bears? Should we feel good about the Left Tackle situation? Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

ALLCITY Draft Expert Fran Duffy joins the CHGO Bears Podcast following the conclusion of the 2026 NFL Draft. How did Day 3 grade out for Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears? And why was Malik Muhammad one of Fran's favorite picks of the draft?

The Chicago Bears concluded their 2026 NFL Draft on Saturday, trading up to select Texas CB Malik Muhammad before selecting Arizona State LB Keyshaun Elliott in the 5th round. Ryan Poles used his two 7th-round picks to trade up ad select Georgia Tech DT Jordan Van Den Berg in the 6th round. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr. and Adam Jahns with a special appearance from ALLCITY Draft Analyst Fran Duffy on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

The Chicago Bears select wide receiver Zavion Thomas at No. 89 overall and the CHGO Bears crew reacts instantly. Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. break down the pick. With Day 3 ahead, will the Bears finally turn their focus to addressing the defense with their remaining picks? 
 

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The Chicago Bears select tight end Sam Roush, continuing to draft offensively and the CHGO Bears crew reacts instantly. Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. break down what Roush brings to the offense and why Ben Johnson may be prioritizing that side of the ball. But with multiple picks now spent on offense, do the Bears still need to address their defense? 
 

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The Chicago Bears select center Logan Jones with the No. 57 overall pick, and the CHGO Bears crew reacts instantly. Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr., and Lance Briggs break down the pick, what Jones brings to the offensive line, and how he fits into Chicago’s plans moving forward. Is this the right move for the Bears at this spot in the draft? 
 

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The CHGO Bears Podcast recaps EVERY pick of the 2nd and 3rd round of the 2026 NFL Draft, live from Joe's on Weed St. After selecting Safety Dillon Thieneman, will defense continue to be the priority for Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson? Is this the moment to trade UP to get their guy? And could 1st-round talents such as T.J. Parker, Zion Young or Jermod McCoy still be available when the Chicago Bear make their first of two 2nd round selections at Pick 57? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr. and former Bears Lance Briggs

Former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah join the CHGO Bears Podcast to discuss Dillon Thieneman being selected by the Bears in the 2026 NFL Draft. Was Thieneman the best player available, or was it Keldric Faulk or Peter Woods? How will he fit Dennis Allen's system?

The CHGO Bears Podcast is reacting live with instant analysis, fan takes, and what Thieneman could bring to this Bears defense moving forward. Thieneman, an American professional football safety for the Chicago Bears, played college football for the Purdue Boilermakers and Oregon Ducks before making the jump to the NFL. What does this pick say about head coach Ben Johnson and GM Ryan Poles as they continue shaping the roster? 
 

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The CHGO Bears Podcast recaps EVERY pick of the 2026 NFL Draft as they come. Will the Chicago Bears fix the Defensive Line? Will Coby Bryant get some help at Safety? Find out LIVE at Joe’s on Weed St as Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson look to turn the Bears from a playoff team to a Super Bowl Champion! 00:00 Start 02:00 Draft starts! 10:00 Fernando Mendoza 19:26 David Bailey 23:30 Jeremiyah Love 30:00 Carnell Tate 35:00 Arvell Reese 40:17 Trade alert for Chiefs 46:00 Big Brothers Big Sisters 52:00 Jordyn Tyson 1:03:30 Spencer Fano 1:07:00 Francis Mauigoa 1:14:00 Caleb Downs 1:22:00 Kadyn Proctor 1:23:00 Adam Jahns joins 1:25:00 Ty Simpson 1:30:00 Olaivavega Ioane 1:38:00 Rueben Bain JR 1:43:20 Kenyon Sadiq 1:51:00 Blake Miller 1:54:00 Caleb Banks 1:57:00 Monroe Freeling 2:00:00 Makai Lemon 2:07:12 Max Iheanachor 2:11:00 Akheem Mesidor 2:19:00 Malachi Lawrence 2:32:00 Dillion Thieneman 2:35:30 Keylan Rutledge 2:40:00 Chris Johnson 2:43:45 Caleb Lomu 2:48:00 Peter Woods 2:53:00 Omar Cooper JR 2:56:00 Keldric Faulk 3:05:00 Jadarian Price

Chicago Bears Super Bowl Champion and Hall of Famer Jimbo Covert joins the CHGO Bears Podcast and discusses the Bears upcoming picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. Could Offensive Tackle be the target, or are there more pressing needs on the Defensive Line? Covert discusses his charitable roots, including a partnership with Coast2Coast4ALS. Plus, how different are NFL practices since Covert played the game? https://www.coast2coast4als.org

NFL Draft expert Matt Waldman opens up his notebook ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. If Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears opt to take a wide receiver with one of their seven picks, who could make sense? Is Skyler Bell a name to keep an eye on?

Draft expert Matt Waldman joins CHGO Bears After Dark and rattles off some names of running backs in the 2026 NFL Draft that should be of interest to Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears. Are Nicholas Singleton and Demond Claiborne getting overlooked?

The Chicago Bears are on the clock in just 2 days at the NFL Draft! Final preparations are underway and today, the CHGO Bears crew reveals who each of our “guys” is. Is it a consensus pick for addressing the defensive side of the ball? Ryan Poles and new Assistant GM Jeff King spoke at Halas Hall. What did they have to say about their draft process? Plus, we hear from Colston Loveland and T.J. Edwards. Is Loveland prepared for higher expectations? And how is Edwards progressing from a fractured fibula? We wrap the show with a tease to our Diehard discord with Fran Duffy at 2:30. Would Peter Woods be a great outcome? And who does he call a “slam dunk” if he’s available at Pick 25? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Adam Jahns on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Which teams could affect the Chicago Bears NFL draft plans the most ahead of Ryan Poles making his first pick at #25? Could the Dallas Cowboys draft not one, but two of the Bears' needs? Will a division rival draft one of the Bears' top targets?

It was a busy day at Halas Hall on Monday morning with Caleb Williams, Cole Kmet, Coby Bryant and Garrett Bradbury all speaking. One of the main takeaways: the team has moved on from 2025. Even Super Champion Coby Bryant is leaving 2025 with the Seattle Seahawks in the past, focusing on now winning a Super Bowl in Chicago. Hear from Bryant, Cole Kmet and Garrett Bradbury on today's show. Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman with their key takeaways as the offseason heats up and the NFL Draft now being just three days away!

Could Clemson be the school to target when the Chicago Bears make the 25th pick of the NFL Draft on Thursday? Leger Douzable of Sirius XM joins the CHGO Bears Podcast and lists two different Clemson Tigers that would make a lot of sense for Ryan Poles. Has one been overlooked?

Could D'Andre Swift be on the hot seat if the Chicago Bears draft a running back? Would the Bears trade Tyrique Stevenson if they drafted a cornerback? Who has the most to lose this week from the 2026 NFL Draft? Jerry Azumah joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to discuss.

In just 6 days, the Chicago Bears will be on the clock in the 2026 NFL Draft. Today we look into possible scenarios where Ryan Poles may move off his picks. If Caleb Downs slips, would the Bears consider moving up? Would the team sacrifice a 5th-year option on a player to fill more needs and trade back into the 2nd round from Pick 25? Later, Mark Carman reveals Carm Mock Draft 2.0. What direction does the team go with their first 3 picks? And what teams drafting ahead of the Bears are the most pivotal to Ryan Poles getting the player he wants? Is the fate of the Bears’ draft board in the hands of the Vikings and Cowboys? Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

The CHGO Bears Podcast looks into Dane Brugler's recent 7-round mock draft. Who does he have the Chicago Bears taking? And is there a particular emphasis on one side of the ball? Is T.J. Parker not getting enough attention?

The NFL Draft is just one week away and we all are waiting to see how the board will fall towards the Chicago Bears. Former Bear and College Football Hall of Famer Jerry Azumah joins for his offseason musings. Is Safety the biggest need for the team? Plus, which current Bears have the most to lose from the NFL Draft? Could D’Andre Swift and T.J. Edwards be on the hot seat? Join Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr. and Jerry Azumah on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears may have an avenue to acquire their Defensive Tackle of the future, but it’s not necessarily with the #25 pick of the NFL Draft. Could Ryan Poles make a move for Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants? Lawrence and the Giants are reportedly at an impasse in contract negotiations with a trade being increasingly likely. Is there a trade that would make sense for both teams? Later, we take a look back at the Bears-Bengals game from earlier this season. Were a lot of the Bears’ defensive flaws shown in that game? And did it lead to many of the decisions the team made this offseason? Dane Brugler released a 7-round mock draft. Was it defense-heavy for Dennis Allen’s scheme? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Mark Carman has his picks for the Chicago Bears in the NFL Draft. Is T.J. Parker not being talked about enough as an option for Ryan Poles and the Bears? And how great of a consolation prize would Emmanuel McNeil-Warren be? Plus, is Lee Hunter the most underrated DT in the draft?

On today’s CHGO Bears Podcast, we look at an option that’s been under-discussed for the Chicago Bears in the 2026 NFL Draft: trading back from the 25th pick. Is that the best option for the Bears? ESPN’s Bill Barnwell believes Ryan Poles could go the other direction and trade UP. We discuss both options with Glynn Morgan, who joins the show. Are there any under-the-radar players we’ve been overlooking? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr. and Glynn Morgan on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears appear to be set on the offensive side of the ball from a skill position standpoint but that didn't stop Ben Johnson last year from adding Colston Loveland and Luther Burden with their first 2 picks in last years NFL Draft. Will Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson stick to best player available mentality if it means adding more weapons? Joining the show is one of the BEST in the industry breaking down the draft in Matt Waldman! We'll talk all things RB, WR and TE coming up in this years NFL Draft! Join Greg Braggs Jr, Phil Ottochian and Shayne Marsaw for all that and more on CHGO Bears After Dark!

News came out over the weekend that Miami EDGE Rueben Bain was involved in a car accident in 2024 that left one passenger in a coma who later passed away three months later. If Bain were to slip to the Chicago Bears at pick 25, should and would they consider it? Bain’s teammate, DB Keionte Scott, visits the Bears on a top-30 today. Would he be an ideal fit on the team? Later, we talk about some of the biggest risers in the NFL Draft. Could at least one of them slip to the Bears? Plus, LT Caleb Lomu visited the Bears over the weekend. Adam Jahns lays out why Lomu would be a great fit on Ben Johnson’s O-Line. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Adam Jahns on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

We are 13 days away from the NFL Draft! To help give us some insights into what to expect joining the show is NFL Draft expert, Emory Hunt of Football Gameplan and CBS Sports HQ! We’ll also dive into the discussion of potential replacement refs to join the show. And is the NFL under fire for their TV deals and how fans can consume the game. All that and more with Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Former Chicago Bears head coach Dave Wannstedt joins the CHGO Bears Podcast and discusses the upcoming NFL Draft. Should the size of D-Linemen really matter over what they've actually put on tape? Wannstedt says no.