CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

The CHGO Bears crew opens up the mailbag and takes questions from our viewers! How do Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears move on following yesterday’s piece by Seth Wickersham detailing how Williams attempted to avoid being drafted by the Bears? How much Will Colston Loveland and Luther Burden see the field in their rookie years? And who would win a fight between the four members of the CHGO Bears and why is it Stephen? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Stephen Nicholas and a few minutes of Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

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Moments ago, ESPN journalist Seth Wickersham revealed that Caleb Williams attempted to avoid the Chicago Bears in the NFL Draft. We react to the shocking story. Williams fell in love with the Minnesota Vikings in the draft process and wanted to find a way to become a Viking. His father Carl Williams even sought out Archie Manning for information on how to avoid the Bears similarly to how Eli Manning avoided the San Diego Chargers decades prior. Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. react to the groundbreaking story on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The NFL Schedule has been released! The CHGO Bears crew goes through EVERY game on the Chicago Bears schedule, starting with a test on Monday Night Football in Week 1 vs the Minnesota Vikings. The Bears will face the defending Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday in Week 13? But When does Ben Johnson match up with his old team the Detroit Lions for the first time? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. as we break it all down on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

On Monday, two Chicago Bears games were made official by the NFL — Bears at Eagles in Week 13 and Bears vs Packers in Week 16. Today the CHGO Bears Podcast tries to fill in the blanks with the remainder of the NFL schedule. How many primetime games will the Bears play in? When will the Ben Johnson reunion game against the Detroit Lions occur? Later, Mark Potash joins the show to give his thoughts on the Bears offseason so far. How does he grade their 2025 Draft? Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Trey Hendrickson expressed further frustration with the Cincinnati Bengals after being unable to come to terms with a long-term contract extension. Could the Chicago Bears make a trade pitch for the NFL's 2-time leader in sacks?

Chicago Bears Rookie Minicamp has come and passed. What are the biggest takeaways? Is Luther Burden actually healthy? And can Ruben Hyppolite be the starting Sam Linebacker in his first season? Later, Mark Carman sits down with Kyle Monangai to get his impressions of his first NFL camp. Plus, Adam Hoge reveals which players are on the blue tier of his roster tiers. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

On Day 2 of Chicago Bears Rookie Minicamp, it was the coaches making a strong impression. RB Coach Eric Bieniemy grabbed the attention with his tough coaching style, while rookie DB Zah Frazier spoke on the impact DB Coach Al Harris has on him and others in the group. But the news wasn’t all good as WR Luther Burden III appeared to be injured on 7-on-7’s. Later, what were our main takeaways from Zah Frazier and Ruben Hyppolite speaking with the media? Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears are off and running on their rookie minicamp. Ozzy Trapilo took reps at left tackle. Luther Burden made his first catch. Shermar Turner walked to the field to take it all in. And, Ben Johnson made his debut with the whistle. There is a lot for Adam Hoge and Mark Carman to cover on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Which Chicago Bears are primed for Breakout seasons in 2025? Caleb Williams is obvious, but could D'Andre Swift aso benefit from an improved Offensive Line? And will Tyrique Stevenson benefit from Ben Johnson and a new coaching staff?

We are just one week away from the official NFL schedule release. Today the CHGO Bears Podcast lays out the games we DREAM will happen on the Chicago Bears schedule. Could the Bears open their season on the road against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles? When do the Bears get revenge against the Washington Commanders following the Hail Mary loss? Later we go through some NFL news and notes including a big trade between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys. Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Following the NFL Draft, which position groups are most primed for success on the Chicago Bears? Is the WR room led by DJ Moore the strength of the team? Or do Jaylon Johnson and the corners still reign supreme? Later, have the Bears revealed their first depth chart? If so, why does it look so…empty? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Following the NFL Draft, what are the updated expectations for Caleb Williams heading into Year 2? Williams has plenty of reinforcements with an upgrade O-Line, TE Colston Loveland, and WR Luther Burden III. Later, we take Diehard questions, including what we might be looking for at Rookie Minicamp this week. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Following the 2025 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears made several moves to sign undrafted free agents. Can Power Echols, Major Burns, J.P. Richardson, Jahdae Walker, Xavier Carlton, Luke Elkin or Jonathan Kim be contributors in the NFL next season?

The Chicago Bears drafted LB, Ruben Hyppolite, out of Maryland in the 4th round of the NFL Draft and he joins the show today to talk about his journey. Adam Rank of NFL Network is back once again to rank his TOP 5 picks in the NFL Draft! And is there a coaching rivalry brewing in the NFC North? All that and more on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah are back to talk about the results of the NFL Draft now that the dust has settled. Did Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson hit a homerun? What would Briggs and Zoom have done differently? Professor Briggs is BACK to give his final grades of the draft and Zoom will give us his pick for Rookie of the Year in another edition of DA BETS on CHGO Bears After Dark!

The Chicago Bears used a 7th round pick on Rutgers RB Kyle Monangai. Today his RB Coach from Rutgers, Damiere Shaw, joins the CHGO Bears Podcast! What does Monangai bring to the team? Can he eventually become a starter? Later, Adam Hoge breaks down his tape in his latest ODK. We also look through Ryan Poles interview with ESPN 1000. Could Gervon Dexter and Shemar Turner play some EDGE this season? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles spoke last Tuesday about the possibility of Darnell Wright moving to Left Tackle. Today, the CHGO Bears crew evaluates the possibility of that occurring. Does the addition of Ozzy Trapilo in the NFL Draft INCREASE the likelihood of this happening? Adam Hoge brings back his ODK on Trapilo to find out. Later, ALLCITY Draft Analyst Fran Duffy is back to share his grade for the Bears’ Draft. Plus, Fran gives insight on Bears undrafted free agents. Could they have found a diamond in the rough? Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears find themselves in the NFL rumor mill after waiting until the 7th round to draft a RB in the NFL Draft. Nick Chubb has been connected to the team following 92.3 The Fan saying Chubb is close to signing with an NFC North team. Could that team be the Bears? If the Bears do choose to add a RB, could other names such as JK Dobbins or Travis Etienne be under consideration? Later, we discuss what other positions of need still exist for the Bears following the Draft. Plus, Hoge brings back his ODK to look at 2nd-round pick Luther Burden’s college tape at Missouri. How excited should Ben Johnson be with the addition? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Today on the CHGO Bears Podcast, we talk to Cameron Anderson, the high school coach of new Chicago Bear Colston Loveland. Hear how quickly Anderson knew Loveland would be a star. We also give our final grades for the Chicago Bears Draft Class. With a wide range of opinions, do we give the Bears a passing grade? Plus, Adam Hoge’s ODK returns! Hoge breaks down the tape of Colston Loveland at Michigan. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.