CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

On Thursday, the Chicago Bears signed veteran QB Case Keenum to a 1-year, $3M contract. How does Keenum fit into the Bears QB room? Is he signed as JUST a veteran presence for Caleb Williams, or could he challenge Tyson Bagent for the backup QB job? Later, Adam Hoge gives his top takeaways from the NFL Owners' Meetings. How exciting is the Bears' direction on and off the field? NFL Network's Adam Rank joins to discuss his thoughts and also does his weekly 'Ranks a Lot' segment. We talk to Oregon O-Lineman Marcus Harper II to close out the show about his path to the NFL following a successful tenure in college. Could he bolster the Bears O-Line in the NFL Draft? Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Former Chicago Bears linebacker, Lance Briggs, is back on CHGO Bears After Dark following the Owners' Meetings down in Palm Beach, Florida. Briggs talks Tush Push, his journey to the NFL Draft and we bring back the award winning segment, Five for 55! Tune in as we get you set for the NFL Draft on CHGO Bears After Dark!

Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles revealed on Hoge & Jahns that the Bears may be looking at the free agent market for a veteran QB to back up Caleb Williams. Who could be an option for the team? And how could that impact incumbent backup Tyson Bagent? Later we take a deep dive into the NFL Draft to see what the hit rate for 1st round Running Backs has been. Does it support drafting Ashton Jeanty if he’s available? ALLCITY Draft Analyst Fran Duffy joins for his weekly appearance to preview more Bears targets in all rounds of the NFL Draft. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

George McCaskey and Kevin Warren finish up the week down in Palm Beach for the Owners Meetings. Are the Bears at the finish line for Arlington Heights? Will the McCaskeys consider selling the team? Plus, how long does the McCaskey family plan to keep the team? Did the Bears vote for or against the Tush Push rule? Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr with Adam Hoge checking in LIVE from the Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Ben Johnson spoke with the assembled media at the NFL Owners’ Meetings on Tuesday and addressed several prevalent Chicago Bears topics including his thoughts on this year’s RB class, protecting Caleb Williams from a high sack total and his ideal roster construction. Also, what are the health statuses of Jaquan Brisker and Braxton Jones following in-season injuries last year? Will they be ready for training camp? We dive into these topics on today’s episode. Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr., with Adam Hoge joining live from the Owners’ Meetings on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

The Owners Meetings is underway down in Florida and Adam Hoge made the trip down to get all the inside info! Joining the show for the first time ever is Head Coach of the Chicago Bears, Ben Johnson. We’ll watch the interview and react to everything we heard on the CHGO Bears Podcast!

We’re officially less than 4 weeks away from the NFL Draft! Today we look at some NFL prospects who have Top-30 visits scheduled with the Chicago Bears. Ashton Jeanty is the most notable name on the list. Could Brashard Smith be of interest in Jeanty doesn’t fall to the Bears? Adam Rank joins for his weekly segment to recap a wild day in Chicago sports. Kelvin Banks Jr. was once considered to be the top OT prospect in the draft. He continues to tumble in mock drafts. Have the Bears completely moved on? Join Adam Hoge and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Following a very successful NFL Free Agency, what needs still exist for Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears? Is the Offensive Line still in need of further depth? Is Dayo Odeyingbo enough to supplement the edge? Fran Duffy joins to find some fits to cross off Poles’ checklist. Also, we look at the results of Adam Hoge’s recent mock draft. Do the Bears find their answer at RB? Join Adam Hoge, Greg Braggs Jr. and Patrick Norton on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Adam Hoge reveals his mock draft 2.0! In this edition, the Chicago Bears find their Running Back of the future. Is Ashton Jeanty the right pick if he's there? Find out who else fills needs for the Bears!

Today, the CHGO Bears Podcast goes through a hypothetical exercise of which players on the Chicago Bears would benefit from some extra seasoning in the UFL. Would Kiran Amergadjie be a beneficiary of extra development at Left Tackle? Later, we discuss new developments from Pro Days including some puzzling measurements from Will Campbell. Finally, Luke Stuckmeyer joins to give an exciting update on our CHGO Cubs Podcast. Join Adam Hoge, Greg Braggs and Patrick Norton on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

The Chicago Bears seem to have a lot of options with their #10 pick in the NFL Draft but what are some things that need to happen to open up the BEST opportunities? The gang will give their Top 5 wishes for the Bears 1st Round pick and the scenarios that come along with it. Also, we'll take a look at the dynamic RB duo from Ohio State and which back has the best traits for the Bears. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. for all that and more on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Today, the CHGO Bears Podcast looks at the future of the Defensive Line in 2025 and beyond. Which version of Montez Sweat will the Bears get next season? If he resembles the 2023 version, could he be a cut candidate in 2026? Plus, what will Austin Booker’s role be in 2025? Does he fit in Dennis Allen’s system? Later, we analyze the hit rate of Tight Ends drafted in the 1st round following several mock drafts projecting Tyler Warren to the Chicago Bears at pick #10. Is the risk worth the reward? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Today, the CHGO Bears Podcast looks at another player that could be an extension candidate: T.J. Edwards. With Jack Sanborn now in Dallas and Tremaine Edmunds a possible buyout candidate following next season, is now the time to offer a new deal to Edwards? Plus, if the Bears look to bolster their LB room, could they do so with eyes on the NFL Draft in April? Following Jihaad Campbell undergoing surgery for a torn labrum, could he possibly slip to the Bears in the 2nd round? NFL Network’s Adam Rank joins Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah begin a new show with CHGO Sports! The former teammates reflect on their careers together, their paths to the NFL and even their first paychecks in the league. Join Briggs, Azumah and Greg Braggs Jr. on CHGO Bears After Dark.

March Madness has begun, but it’s not exclusive to jjust basketball. The CHGO Bears Podcast makes their own bracket on today’s show, determining the biggest likelihoods for the Chicago Bears in the NFL Draft. Will Campbell is a 1-seed, but who else comprises the favorites in our ‘Sweet 16’ version of Bears Draft Madness? Later, we look into the Bears signing of Devin Duvernay to a 1-year contract. Do the Bears have their return man? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

NFL on FOX's Carmen Vitali joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to size up the NFC North following several impactful moves in NFL Free Agency. Can the Minnesota Vikings stay competitive with J.J. McCarthy at QB? Are the Detroit Lion still the team to beat with Ben Johnson now in Chicago? Later, we look at the latest Chicago Bears draft odds that have the Bears as the favorite to draft RB Ashton Jeanty. Will RB be the position of choice? Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Following the news of Houston Texans CB Derek Stingley signing a record extension of $30M AAV, the CHGO Bears evaluate the future of Kyler Gordon with the Chicago Bears. Should the Bears waste no time and extend him this offseason? Plus, following the deal with Stingley, how much better does the Jaylon Johnson contract look one year later? The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain joins the show following Northwestern’s Pro Day. Is there a player the Bears should target? WR Mecole Hardman visited Halas Hall yesterday in addition to Rondale Moore. Is Ben Johnson targeting a certain “type” of player? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

North Carolina Cornerback Alijah Huzzie joins the show after his viral moment with Mark Carman at the NFL Combine. Will the UNC corner make his way to the Chicago Bears in the NFL Draft? And what is his evaluation on teammate and potential Bears RB Omarion Hampton? WR Rondale Moore is visiting the Bears today. After adding Olimade Zaccheaus, are the Bears not done adding to the WR room yet? Later, we analyze the Bears salary cap situation following details on Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo's contracts emerging. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson have been busy making big additions to the trenches and now they’ve added to the WR, bringing in former Washington Commander, Olamide Zaccheaus. Joining the show to give a Washington perspective is Grant Paulsen, from 106.7 The Fan. Also, as always in his usual Friday spot, Adam Rank of NFL Network jump in for some Bears talk! All that and more for a Football Friday edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Following the Chicago Bears announcing the additions of three of their new players yesterday, the CHGO Bears react to the new culture that Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson are instilling in the team. Johnson said in his press conference that he was looking for "some gritty, some dirty individuals", and the new Head Coach feels confident they got those types of players. Later, we analyze the state of the Left Tackle position in the NFL as the Bears prepare for a competition between Braxton Jones and Kiran Amegadjie in training camp. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bearrs Podcast.