CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

The Chicago Bears shocked the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles with a dominant Black Friday win in NFL Week 13. Under head coach Ben Johnson, Chicago’s run game exploded as both D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai rushed for over 120 yards and combined for multiple touchdowns, while QB Caleb Williams helped keep the offense rolling. Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown connected early in the third, but a Cole Kmet TD sealed the statement victory as the Bears improved to 9-3. Join former Chicago Bear Lance Briggs and host Greg Braggs Jr. for full postgame breakdown and reaction from Bears vs. Eagles Week 13! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 29 November 2025

The Chicago Bears DEFEATED the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday in NFL Week 13! The Bears had the run game going in the first half of their NFL Week 13 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday. At the half, the Bears found themselves ahead 10-3 with all of the momentum after a D’Andre Swift touchdown. The Eagles responded to start the 3rd quarter, with Jalen Hurts connecting with AJ Brown to make it 10-9. The Bears’ run game didn’t stop there! Kyle Monangai got in on the action with a TD of his own as BOTH Bears RBs went for over 120 yards rushing. A Cole Kmet TD was the icing on the cake for the Bears. went ahead 24-9 in the 4th quarter and never looked back, moving to 9-3 on the season! Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr. and former Chicago Bear Corey Wootton with Adam Jahns reporting live from Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field on the 5th-straight WINNING 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.

Transcribed - Published: 29 November 2025

Do the Chicago Bears have another Left Tackle competition emerging? Ben Johnson spoke at Halas Hall on Wednesday about the impact that Ozzy Trapilo had in the win versus the Pittsburgh Steelers, saying “I no longer consider him a rookie.” Could the 2nd-round pick overtake Theo Benedet for the role? Adam Jahns joins to give his thoughts on the competition. Later we look at the remaining scheduled for the Bears, Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers. Who has the easiest path to NFC North supremacy? And who should we root for in Lions vs Packers in Week 13. We’ll discuss all that and more with 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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2025

Grady Jarrett spoke to the media at Halas Hall yesterday and talked about how the Bears leadership and complimentary football is carrying them through these last 9 games where Chicago has been winners of 8. Grady also talked about the best being yet to come if the Bears can get some returning starters back. Adam Hoge will share his weekly grades of Caleb Williams and Fran Duffy, ALLCITY Draft Expert, will join the show to give us the Philly perspective. All that and more 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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

The Chicago Bears have stunningly won 8 of their last 9 games after starting 0-2 on the season. But there are still many out there doubting the NFC North leading Bears. With 6 games to go, which many consider the gauntlet of their schedule, Chicago now travels to Philly for a showdown of 8 win teams on Black Friday in front of a national audience. Can the Bears pull off the upset and continue to shock the doubters? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Adam Rank, Shayne Marsaw and Phil Ottochian as we celebrate a VICTORY MONDAY but quickly turn the page on a short week 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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

The Chicago Bears are now 8-3 after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Week 12. With being in 1st place in the NFC North, is a playoff appearance the bare minimum expectations now? And could the team actually make a run in the playoffs? We hear from Ben Johnson who spoke at Halas Hall today. Has Nahshon Wright’s play cemented his place as a regular in the lineup once Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon return? Professor Briggs is back with his Week 12 grades. Is Special Teams finally the star? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Lance Briggs on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

It came down to the 4th quarter again for Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears in their NFL Week 12 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. DJ Moore came up big for the Bears with 2 touchdowns. Rookies Colston Loveland and Kyle Monangai chipped in a touchdown each. The Steelers got within a score after a Pat Freiermuth TD. The Bears went 3-and-out to give Pittsburgh the ball back. But with the game on the line, the Chicago Bears defense, led by a game-sealing tipped pass on 4th down, stopped the Steelers to win their 4th-straight game! Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. with appearances from former Bears Lance Briggs and Corey Wootton and Adam Jahns reporting live from Soldier Field on the 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.

Transcribed - Published: 23 November 2025

The Chicago Bears take on the Pittsburgh Steelers this Sunday at Soldier Field so we brought in former Chicago Bears and Pittsburgh Steelers safety, Ryan Mundy! We talk to Ryan about culture, coaching and more! And as always, we give you the BLUEPRINT to beating the Steelers along with helping you make some money with Circa Sports and DA BETS! Join Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah, and Greg Braggs Jr on the Brick x Brick Podcast with CHGO Bears! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

Caleb Williams spoke to the media yesterday at Halas Hall and talked about expectations now that the Bears are 7-3 on the season. We’ll hear from the QB1 on everything he had to say. Plus Adam Jahns will join us from Lake Forest with all the most recent updates on the Chicago Bears. And once again, you’ll get your X’s and Hoge’s for you usual Thursday programming! Plus, former Bears great, Gary Fencik, joins the show! Loaded Thursday 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.

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2025

The Chicago Bears have 7 games to make a push for the playoffs as they sit atop the NFC North. The final 7 games starts with Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Ben Johnson spoke on the challenge of facing a coach that’s never had a losing season. Adam Hoge joins from Halas Hall with updates. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr as we get one day closer to kickoff 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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2025

The Chicago Bears turn their attention to Week 12 with the Pittsburgh Steelers coming to town. But will QB Aaron Rodgers play for the Steelers after suffering a small fracture in his wrist in Week 11? Or will it be the backup Mason Rudolph? Brian Baldinger is back with his take on the first-place Bears. Should they want to play Rodgers? Later, are NFL playoff odds disrespecting the Bears? Both the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions are being given higher odds to make the NFL Playoffs. Later, Adam Hoge has his QB Grades. Did Caleb Williams perform better than the stats indicated? 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.

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

Can you believe it? The Chicago Bears have won 7 of their last 8 games, they have now won 5 games when trailing with under 2 minutes to play, and they are now in FIRST PLACE in the NFC North! Is this a team of destiny? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Shyane Marsaw, Phil Ottochian, and Adam Rank as we continue to ride the Bears wave 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.

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

For the first time since 2018, the Chicago Bears are in first place heading into Week 12. This marks the latest the Bears have been in first place since 2018. Has Ryan Poles finally taken the North with the help of Caleb Williams? Will he never give it back? Later, we discuss whether or not we WANT Aaron Rodgers to play against the Bears in Week 12 when the Pittsburgh Steelers come to town. Lance Briggs played against him in his career. What’s his take? Plus, Briggs puts on his glasses and reveals Professor Briggs’ Grades. It was a winning effort, but it didn’t look pretty. Who receives positives marks after the win versus the Minnesota Vikings? 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.

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

The Chicago Bears secured their first divisional win of the season to move to 7-3! The Minnesota Vikings had no answers for a Bears defense that picked off J.J. McCarthy two times. Kevin Byard accounted for one of them and now leads the NFL in interceptions with five. On offense, the Bears found paydirt only once, courtesy of a Kyle Monangai rushing TD. With the Bears leading 16-3 after the Monangai score and three Cairo Santos field goals, the Vikings answered with a Jordan Mason rushing TD. A missed field goal by Santos gave the Vikings the ball back in the fourth quarter. In the final two minutes, Minnesota controlled the clock and drove down the field, capped off by a touchdown by Jordan Addison. The Bears had one last gasp with three timeouts and 50 seconds on the clock after a massive return by Devin Duvernay. Cairo Santos connected on a 48-yard field goal to win the game! Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr., with appearances from former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs and Corey Wootton and Patrick Norton reporting live from U.S. Bank Stadium, on a winning CHGO Bears Postgame Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 16 November 2025

The Chicago Bears are ROLLING! Winning 6 of their last 7 games but Ben Johnson has yet to win a division game this year. That can change this Sunday as the Bears head to Minnesota to take on the Vikings. We’ll hand out the blueprint on how the Bears can take down the Vikings in this week 11 matchup along with helping you make some money with DA BETS! Join Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah and Greg Braggs Jr on the next episode of the Brick x Brick Podcast with CHGO Bears! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2025

The Chicago Bears are on the road to play the Minnesota Vikings in NFL Week 11. Paul Allen, the play-by-play voice of the Vikings, re-joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to preview that game. Will J.J. McCarthy play? And if he does, will he be affected by a hand injury. Can the Bears win their first divisional game of the season? Adam Jahns joins the show with takeaways from Caleb Williams’ press conference on Wednesday. What is Caleb’s ‘next level’? Later, X’s and Hoge’s is back with a whiteboard preview of the matchup Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2025

Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson spoke at the podium at Halas Hall on Wednesday. The most interesting note was that cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon are BOTH nearing returns to the practice field. Could these be the acquisitions the Bears were missing at the trade deadline? Adam Hoge joins from Halas Hall with more. Later, how important has the C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Dennis Allen pairing been to the Bears’ success the last two weeks? 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.

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2025

Chicago Bears Tight End Cole Kmet joins the CHGO Bears Podcast on today’s episode! Cole talks about how it feels to be winners of 6 of their last 7 games ahead of a rematch with the Minnesota Vikings. Plus, Cole reveals the name of his trick play versus the Cincinnati Bengals and how that play came to be. Later, Adam Hoge debuts a new segment ‘Caleb’s Report Card’ where he dives deeper into Caleb Williams’ performances by analyzing each of his dropbacks. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

The Chicago Bears have now won 6 of their last 7 games after starting 0-2 on the season. With 6-3 record, they are not only IN THE HUNT for a playoff spot, they currently hold one of the Wild Card spots to get in the dance. Long way to go. Are the Chicago Bears for real? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Shayne Marsaw, Phil Ottochian and Adam Rank as we celebrate a VICTORY MONDAY and look ahead at the Bears 2nd half schedule 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.

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

The Chicago Bears came out victorious in a come-from-behind effort against the New York Giants in NFL Week 10. Caleb Williams had one of his best performances to date despite what the box score showed. Receivers were responsible for 6 drops during the game, deflating Caleb’s numbers on an accurate passing day. Olamide Zaccheaus had 2 of those drops, begging the question, is it time for Luther Burden III to be the starter over Zaccheaus? Could Burden become more of a factor in the return game as well? Later, Professor Briggs is back with his grades on an up-and-down day from the team. How does each phase grade out? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Lance Briggs on the CHGO Bears Victory Monday Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

The Bears and Caleb Williams did it again, erasing another fourth quarter deficit to defeat Jaxon Dart and the New York Giants 24-20 in Week 10. Join the Postgame coverage featuring former Bears Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah, hosted by Greg Braggs Jr. as they discuss the Bears moving to 6-3, their thoughts on the Bears defensive effort and ask the question: is Caleb Williams becoming the 'King in the 4th'? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

The Chicago Bears looked as cold as the weather through their first three quarters in their Week 10 loss to the New York Giants. Things started well for the Bears after Kyle Monangai found the endzone on a 1st quarter TD to go up 7-0. The Bears found themselves down 20-10 in the 4th quarter until Caleb Williams connected with Rome Odunze to cut it to a 3-point game. The defense got the stop they needed and Caleb Williams did it himself from there, leading the team down the field and capping it off with a game-winning 17-yard rush TD! Join the CHGO Bears for postgame coverage featuring Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. with appearances from former Bears Lance Briggs, Corey Wootton and Jerry Azumah and Adam Jahns reporting live from Soldier Field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 9 November 2025

Ben Johnson said he is putting ALL his focus on the Chicago Bears special teams unit this week after an atrocious showing vs the Bengals. Is this a last chance for Richard Hightower and Cairo Santos? Lance Briggs shares his favorite Giants memory along with his top 5 Bears Linebackers of ALL TIME. Blueprint is back. Da Bets is back. All that and more on the Brick x Brick Podcast with 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.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

Chicago Bears assistants spoke at Halas Hall on Thursday. That included Richard Hightower taking accountability for the struggles that special teams has endured throughout the season, particularly in Sunday’s win vs the Cincinnati Bengals. Carmen Vitali re-joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to offer insight on what the Bears are getting in trade acquisition Joe Tryon-Shoyinka. Could he get meaningful snaps immediately? We’re also joined Jonathan Otten, the Bears 2025 Fan of the Year! Otten is a CHGO Diehard and will discuss what the honor means to him. Plus, Hoge’s X’s and O’s is back as he reveals the keys to beating the New York Giants on his whiteboard. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2025

Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson spoke about trade deadline decisions and the path forward for the Chicago Bears on Wednesday morning at Halas Hall. Poles went into the decision to trade for Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, calling him similar to Dominique Robinson. Plus, he discussed the collective decision to not part ways with higher draft capital. Later, we hear from Ben Johnson as the alignment between head coach and front office continues to grow. Adam Jahns joins the show after hearing from both Poles and Johnson. Is this the most aligned the team has been in decades? Later, Tyson Bagent joins the show to discuss his trick play, birth of his first child and the progress the team has made this season. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

The NFL Trade Deadline is here at 3pm CT. Will Ryan Poles strike to add to the depleted 5-3 Chicago Bears roster? Following yesterday's news of a season-ending achilles tear to Dayo Odeyingbo, the Bears made a move with the Cleveland Browns to acquire Edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and a seventh-round pick in exchange for a sixth-round pick to fortify the D-Line. Is C.J. Gardner-Johnson's addition via free agency enough to supplement an injured defensive backfield? And have recent breakout games from both D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai made a RB acquisition a thing of the past? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Trade Deadline Special! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

The Chicago Bears celebrate a Victory Monday after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 9! All of the sudden, the NFC North seems up for grabs with the Green Bay Packers leading the division by just a half-game. Could this finally be the year that Ryan Poles takes the North? Later, we talk through some possible competitions that are brewing on the Chicago Bears depth chart. Could Kyle Monangai overtake D’Andre Swift. Is Cairo Santos on the hot seat? And do the Bears need to make a trade for an Edge rusher? Professor Briggs is back with his grades. Which phase is skewing the grading curve this week? 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.

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

The Chicago Bears went in to Cincinnati and won the MOST THRILLING GAME OF THE NFL SEASON to move to 5-3! After seemingly choking the game away by allowing 15 unanswered points and an onside kick recovery to the Bengals, Caleb Williams and Colston Loveland connected on a 58-yard TD to put the Bears ahead with 17 seconds to play! Kyle Monangai was HUGE, starting his first career game and ran for 175 yards on the ground. Caleb Williams had 2 receptions, including his first career receiving TD on a trick play from DJ Moore. Moore later scored on a 17-yard rush TD in the 4th quarter that gave the Bears some much-needed cushion. Join the CHGO Bears Postgame Show featuring Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. with appearances from former Chicago Bears Corey Wootton, Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah and Patrick Norton reporting live from Paycor Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

The Chicago Bears were handed their first loss after a 4 game winning streak to the hands of the Baltimore Ravens. Now, Ben Johnson and company travel to Cincinnati to take on the Bengals. Will Joe Flacco suit up? Do the Chicago Bears have any healthy wide receivers for this game? Join Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah and Greg Braggs Jr for all that and more on the Brick x Brick Podcast with CHGO Bears! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2025

Former Chicago Bears head coach Dave Wannstedt joins the CHGO Bears Podcast today! How is first-year head coach Ben Johnson doing in his first games at the helm? And what issues still need to be ironed out for the team to be successful? Later, Adam Jahns joins the show after hearing the coordinators. What did Dennis Allen have to say about the addition of C.J. Gardner-Johnson to his defense? Hoge’s X’s and O’s is back as he heads to the whiteboard! Which matchups should the Bears watch out for against the Cincinnati Bengals. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

Transcribed - Published: 19 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2025