CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

The Chicago Bears made a move to add to their secondary Wednesday morning, adding C.J. Gardner-Johnson. Gardner-Johnson played three seasons under Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen with the New Orleans Saints. How quickly can he get up to speed in Chicago? Hear from Ben Johnson on why the Bears made the move. Later, with just six days to go to the NFL Trade Deadline, should the Bears still make a move to add to their secondary or pass rush? Could it come down to the result on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals? Adam Hoge joins Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. from Halas Hall on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Speaking to the media on Monday, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson said that after watching the film, QB Caleb Williams took a “step forward” despite the loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8. Matt Waldman, Senior Staff Writer at Footballguys and creator of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio joins the show with his opinion of Caleb Williams. Was Ben Johnson correct? Was it better than we initially thought? Later, we discuss whether the Chicago Bears should make any moves at the NFL Trade Deadline in one week. Could cornerback be an area worth adding some depth? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After yesterdays loss to the Baltimore Ravens, Ben Johnson said that he wants the leaders on the Chicago Bears to take more ownership for the ongoing penalties happening week in and week out. Who will be the vocal leader in the locker room to get this cleaned up? We'll talk about all that and more with Greg Braggs Jr, Shayne Marsaw, and Phil Ottochian on CHGO Bears After Dark! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Caleb Williams experience in Year 2 of his NFL career has been up and down through 8 weeks. The Chicago Bears are above .500 at 4-3, but progress under center hasn’t been linear. Can Ben Johnson get the miscues fixed in time to make a playoff run? Lance Briggs is here to give us the players perspective of what’s going on with the Chicago Bears. Do leaders need to hold the team more accountable for the mistakes? Or should it be on the coaching staff? Professor Briggs has his grades, and they aren’t going to look great. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Lance Briggs on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears suffered a major setback in Baltimore, falling flat against the Ravens in one of their toughest games of the season. The Bears offense continues to struggle through the air as Caleb Williams faces growing pains and the penalties keep mounting. Can Ben Johnson get this team back on track and fix Chicago’s offensive issues? Join Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah, and Greg Braggs Jr. on the Brick by Brick Aftershow as they break down what went wrong and what’s next for the Bears. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

All looked well for the Chicago Bears in their first two possessions against the Baltimore Ravens in NFL Week 8. Caleb Williams led consecutive scoring drives that ended in a field goal to go up 6-0. Then reality sunk in as backup Tyler Huntley led a 16-0 run to put the Ravens in front, a lead they would not relinquish. D’Andre Swift scored in the loss in an otherwise quiet offensive performance. Join the CHGO Bears Postgame Show featuring Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. with appearances from former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs, Corey Wootton and Jerry Azumah along with Adam Jahns joining live from M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears have 15 takeaways over their last 4 games but the defensive line still has yet to generate much of a pass rush. But the run defense has stepped up in the last 2 games including holding the New Orleans Saints to 44 yards rushing as the Bears went on to win their 4th straight game! Joining the show is former Bears DT, Henry Melton, as we take a closer look at that defensive line. We’ll also give you the blueprint to a win over the Ravens and help you make some money with Circa Sports! Join Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah and Greg Braggs Jr for all that and more on the Brick x Brick Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former NFL player and current analyst Brian Baldinger is back on the CHGO Bears Podcast! He talks about an improving Chicago Bears offense that is doing something fans in Chicago haven’t seen in a long time, winning at the line of scrimmage. Is this a flash in the pan or a sign of more to come for the Bears? Later we head into the Bears locker room where we heard from Grady Jarrett and Kevin Byard on Wednesday. Adam Jahns joins the show with updates from practice as the Bears near their Week 8 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens. And Hoge’s Whiteboard of Wisdom is back with the matchups to watch out for. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on a jam-packed CHGO Bears Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears are in game prep for their NFL Week 8 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Ben Johnson spoke at Halas Hall Wednesday morning about the challenge of playing the Ravens, with or without Lamar Jackson. Can the Bears beat the Ravens whether or not the 2-time MVP plays? And how important will Colston Loveland’s play be with Cole Kmet questionable? Plus, former Bear Roquan Smith takes on his former team. How is ben Johnson preparing for the game-wrecking Linebacker? Adam Hoge joins from Halas Hall. Marak Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. have you covered on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bears Podcast looks back at some predictions that we got right…or wrong. Did the Chicago Bears get the draft all wrong? And has Rome Odunze already ascended to WR1? Later, Hoge’s ODK is back to review Caleb Williams’ game against the New Orleans Saints. And the Franimal, Fran Duffy, is back for an early look at the 2026 NFL Draft on the day that his Draft Database is debuted for Diehards. Who should be some early targets for Ryan Poles and his staff? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Johnson said today to the press that Sunday afternoons game vs the Saints was the most physical game they've played all year. Between the run game exploding over the last 2 weeks and the defense forcing 15 turnovers over the last 4 weeks, the Chicago Bears have found a toughness after an 0-2 start. Can the Bears keep it rolling? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Adam Rank, Shayne Marsaw, and Phil Ottochian as we break down a VICTORY MONDAY on CHGO Bears After Dark! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After winning their 4th-straight game, the Chicago Bears now sit at 4-2 on the season. If the playoffs today, the Bears would be out of the playoffs in 8th place in the NFC (Lions and Seahawks play Monday night). So are Ben Johnson’s Bears contenders or pretenders? Later, we discuss Dennis Allen receiving the game ball from Johnson. Just how much did that game mean to Allen? Later, Professor Briggs is back with his grades. The defense generated 4 takeaways. Is that enough to receive an A+? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Lance Briggs on the CHGO Bears Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears are on fire! Caleb Williams and the Bears took down the New Orleans Saints for their fourth straight win, continuing one of the hottest streaks in the NFL. Former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah join Greg Braggs Jr. on the Brick by Brick Aftershow to recap the Bears’ Week 7 matchup and break down how Chicago’s dominant defense, led by Montez Sweat, Tremaine Edmunds, Tyrique Stevenson, and Jaquan Brisker, combined with a high-powered offense featuring D’Andre Swift, Rome Odunze, and Colston Loveland, to secure the win. The CHGO Bears crew analyzes key plays, standout performances, and what this victory means for the rest of the season. Tune in for full postgame coverage and all things Chicago Bears football! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears jumped on the New Orleans Saints in the first half behind a ferocious defensive effort, leading 20-0 before the Saints had time to blink. Montez Sweat forced a fumble and Nahshon Wright came up with a big interception. But the Saints marched back in with 2 touchdowns from Chris Olave to make it 20-14. 2 field goals by Jake Moody and interceptions by Kevin Byard and Tremaine Edmunds sealed it for the Bears 4th-straight win! Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. with appearances from former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs, Corey Wootton and Jerry Azumah and coverage from Solider Field from Adam Jahns on a VICTORIOUS CHGO Bears Postgame Show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears are ROLLING with a 3 game winning streak heading back to Soldier Field as they take on the New Orleans Saints. But is it a trap game? We’ll talk about that and give you the blueprint to success along with some trade targets the Bears might consider before the trade deadline. Join Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah, and Greg Braggs Jr for all that and more on the Brick x Brick Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FOX broadcaster Daryl Johnston joins the show ahead of calling the Chicago Bears vs New Orleans Saints Week 7 matchup in the NFL this week. Is the arrow pointing up for the Bears after a 3rd-straight win. And can the Bears make it four-straight? Plus, what does Johnston make of Troy Aikman’s comments about the Bears during the broadcast of their win over the Commanders? Later, Adam Jahns joins the show with Week 7 updates, including the Bears’ injury report. And Adam Hoge’s whiteboard of wisdom is back as he looks at key matchups in Bears-Saints! Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson spoke at the podium at Halas Hall on Wednesday afternoon, calling Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen a “Godsend.” How much has Allen meant to the Bears defense, and how much more valuable can he be in a revenge game and the team he coached last season in the New Orleans Saints? Caleb Williams also spoke at Halas Hall, mentioning the confidence that new Left Tackle Theo Benedet gives him. Is Benedet proving to be a long-term fit on the Bears O-Line? Adam Hoge joins from Halas Hall with more. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears are streaking! Ben Johnson made some important adjustments and the Bears secured a signature road win on the primetime stage vs the Washington Commanders. Now that the dust has settled, what stood out in the big win last night and how can the Bears keep this momentum coming back to Chicago to extend the streak to 4 games? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Shayne Marsaw and Adam Rank as we discuss it all on CHGO Bears After Dark! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears are celebrating a Victory Tuesday following their Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football! Has the Ben Johnson-Caleb Williams pairing only scratched the surface to this point? We hear from Caleb following the game on the budding player-coach pairing. Plus, has the Linebacker corps seemingly taken the next steps with T.J. Edwards now healthy and Tremaine Edmunds playing at a Pro Bowl level? Later, Professor Lance Briggs is back with his grades for the offense, defense, special teams and coaching. Will this be the third-straight week with passing grades? Lance Briggs joins Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast on a Victory Tuesday! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bears have fought and clawed their way back to over .500 on the season with two straight 25-24 wins, both decided with no time on the clock. Head coach Ben Johnson made key adjustments on the offensive line, sparking a dominant run game as the Bears’ culture appears to be turning a corner. Plus, we break down how Caleb Williams’ matchup and impact on opposing defenses factor into Chicago’s success. Tune into the Brick x Brick Aftershow with Greg Braggs Jr. and former Bears Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah as we celebrate a BIG TIME WIN and analyze what this streak means for the Bears’ season! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.