CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast

ESPN beat reporter and insider Courtney Cronin reported after yesterday's game that the Chicago Bears expect to interview Ben Johnson. It's also been reported in the past that Ben Johnson will only take interviews with teams he wants to coach. Are we approaching a match made in heaven? Join Greg Braggs Jr and Joey Christopolous as we get you into the holiday spirits with some fun speculation on CHGO Bears After Dark!

Ben Johnson is the logical front runner for the Bears head coaching job. The Bears need someone to take control of the Caleb Williams offense to be and who better to do it than Johnson. But does Johnson want to do it? What did he think of Williams at Soldier Field, seeing him for the second time this season? There are two games to go in this Bears miserable season. What can be gained in the last two? There is a lot to cover as always as Herb Howard and Mark Carman host the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Greg Braggs Jr. is joined by Lance Briggs for a special Postgame show following the Chicago Bears 9th straight loss to the Detroit Lions. Tune in and hear what Caleb Williams had to say in the postgame presser and we check in with Patrick Norton to find out what he learned in the locker room and at Soldier Field. All that and more on CHGO Bears After Dark!

The Chicago Bears were overmatched in all phases against the Detroit Lions Sunday afternoon. Lions Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson called several trick plays in what could be viewed as an audition for the Bears head coaching job in 2025. Caleb Williams connected with Cole Kmet and Keenan Allen for touchdowns in the losing effort. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and former Bear Corey Wootton on the CHGO Bears Live Postgame Podcast.

Lance Briggs is back on CHGO Bears After Dark to talk about what a good culture in a locker room truly is, how do you define what a "leader of men" is in a head coach and much more. College Football playoff starts tomorrow so we look the favorites and the cinderella in the first 12 team College Football Playoff! Tune in for all the football talk you need!

The Bears are looking up at the Detroit Lions just like the rest of the NFC. What can the Bears learn from how Detroit finally built their Super Bowl contender? Jeff Riger from 97.1 The Ticket joins to preview the game and talk about Ben Johnson. Adam Hoge is at Halas Hall. Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. host the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears play the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Is the Lions Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson the obvious favorite for the Chicago Bears Head Coaching job in 2025? The Bears get a first-hand look at the candidate as an evaluation. Later, Brian Baldinger joins the show for his weekly Baldy Breakdown. What concerned him in the Bears' loss against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 14? We also look at the Bears practice report where a surprising name was listed as a full particiapnt for the first time in weeks. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

The Chicago Bears are 0-2 since Thomas Brown took over as Interim Head Coach. With 3 games remaining, what do the Chicago Bears still have to play for in 2024? Is there anything to gain? Later, Lance Briggs hands out his grades for the Bears performance against the Minnesota Vikings. Did anyone receive a passing grade? Mark Carman dives into Tyrique Stevenson's game and whether or not he should have been celebrating following an interception with the team trailing 10-0. Join Mark Carman, Lance Briggs and Herb Howard on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

The Chicago Bears found a new way to lose on Monday Night Football against the Minnesota Vikings. The Bears were driving in the second half looking to score their first points when it appeared D'Andre Swift had score a touchdown. The play was called back after Doug Kramer, who was playing fullback, didn't report as eligible. The Bears would settle for a field goal. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr., with appearances from Nicholas Moreano from U.S. Bank Stadium and former Chicago Bear Corey Wootton.

The Chicago Bears nearly ended their then four-game losing streak when they lost in overtime to Minnesota at Soldier Field 30-27 three weeks ago. Caleb Williams was fantastic in the 4th quarter bringing the Bears back. Can he do it again only three weeks later? Vikings reporter Alec Lewis joins to discuss this week's opponent. DJ Moore has his house protected as does Cole Kmet. We will hear from both players on the growing NFL security concerns for the players. Meanwhile, Tyler Scott is doing everything he can to get on the field. Carm goes one-on-one with Scott. It is a Friday happy hour edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast with Mark Carman and Nicholas Moreano.

Lance Briggs is back once again on CHGO Bears After Dark to talk some college football, including the breaking news of Bill Belichick joining the University of North Carolina and the upcoming college football playoff! We also touch on the different rule changes being discussed at the Owners Meetings including the chance of eliminating the cut block rule and of course we preview the Bears vs Vikings matchup on Monday Night Football! All that and more on CHGO Bears After Dark!

Arguably the most intriguing available Head Coach, Bill Belichick, has agreed to sign with the University of North Carolina. A report from Seth Wickersham of ESPN detailed Belichick’s decision. In that article, it was revealed that Belichick’s camp deemed the Chicago Bears job as the most attractive opening. Did the Bears fail in not bringing in Belichick for an interview prior to his decision? Do the Bears NEED to pivot to an offensive-minded coach? Join Mark Carman, Nicholas Moreano and Greg Braggs Jr. with Adam Hoge joining live from Halas Hall on the CHHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Ryan Poles has had some big hits and big misses as the General Manager of the Chicago Bears, but what were his biggest? The CHGO Bears crew takes a look. Later, Brian Baldinger joins to break down everything he saw from the Bears and across the NFL. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.

The Chicago Bears are 4-9 in what has become a lost season. With 4 games to go, the focus becomes who will be the Chicago Bears Head Coach in 2025. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler joins to discuss some of the candidates. Is Bill Belichick a realistic candidate, or will North Carolina sway him into coaching in the college ranks? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr., with Nicholas Moreano joining live from Halas Hall on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Thomas Brown was hoping for a much better performance in his first game as Interim Head Coach for the Chicago Bears. Instead, the Bears might have played their worst game of the season. With 4 games to go, can Thomas Brown inspire the locker room to play for pride? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Adam Rank and Corey Wootton as we discuss all that and more on CHGO Bears After Dark.

The Chicago Bears have lost 7-straight games. They have fired the Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator. Is this rock bottom for GM Ryan Poles and the team? Adam Jahns reported earlier this morning on Hoge & Jahns that Ryan Poles signed a 4-year contract when he signed on with the team. That would leave one year left on his deal following this season. Jahns also reported that Matt Eberflus signed a 5-year deal when he signed with the team, so the Bears will continue to pay him for 2 more seasons following this year. Later, Lance Briggs gives his grades for a dismal performance against the San Francisco 49ers. Join Mark Carman, Herb Howard and Lance Briggs on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Lance Briggs and Greg Braggs Jr will break down everything they saw in Thomas Browns 1st game as Head Coach of the Chicago Bears as they take on the 49ers in San Francisco! Get all your questions in to one of the best linebackers to ever put on a Bears uniform on the CHGO Bears After Dark Postgame Podcast.

The Chicago Bears came out flat in Thomas Brown's first game as Interim Head Coach, losing 38-13. At the half, the Bears had just 4 total yards, while the San Francisco 49ers had 319. One of the lone bright spots was Rome Odunze, who scored 2 TDs in the second half as the Bears attempted to mount a comeback. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Corey Wootton and Greg Braggs Jr., with an appearance from Nicholas Moreano from Levi's Stadium on the CHGO Bears Live Postgame Podcast.

The Chicago Bears are turning the page on the Matt Eberflus Era and look ahead to what Thomas Brown can do as the Interim Head Coach. Lance Briggs talks about locker room culture, relatability with your President, General Manager and the Head Coach. We also look at the opportunity Thomas Brown has in from of him and preview Bears vs 49ers. We also introduce a new segment with Briggs called the 5 for 55! Tune in for the next episode of CHGO Bears After Dark featuring Lance Briggs!

Today, the CHGO Bears crew previews the Chicago Bears Week 14 game against the San Francisco 49ers. Both teams have scuffled as of late. The Bears have lost 6-in-a-row, while the 49ers have lost 3 straight. Which team has the edge following the placement of Christian McCaffrey on IR? Adam Hoge joins from Halas Hall to give us Bears updates from inside the building. Later, Matt Verderame of Sports Illustrated joins to give the national perspective of the Bears organization. Join Mark Carman, Nicholas Moreano and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.