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The Chicago Bears wrapped up their final day of mandatory minicamp at Halas Hall, and there is plenty for Bears fans to be excited about heading into the summer. On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the biggest takeaways from the final day of Bears minicamp, including the growing connection between Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson, Caleb's leadership showing up in two-minute drills, and why the Bears quarterback sounds fully bought in entering a pivotal Year 3.Haize also reacts to Ben Johnson's comments on Zavion Thomas, who continues to create buzz as one of the most exciting young weapons in the Bears offense. Could Thomas become more than just a gadget player? Could he push for WR3 snaps or become a major special teams weapon? The discussion also hits on Ben Johnson's creative offensive approach, including getting linemen involved in route-running drills and why that may not just be for fun.Plus, the Bears escaped minicamp without any new major injuries, Dayo Odeyingbo and T.J. Edwards appear to be progressing, and the voicemail segment dives into Bears fan PTSD, Gervon Dexter's development, the defensive line questions, Kyler Gordon's availability concerns, and whether this defense only needs to be middle of the pack for Chicago to make serious noise in 2026.Can Caleb Williams take the next leap? Is Ben Johnson building a real winning culture in Chicago? And is Zavion Thomas forcing his way into the Bears' offensive plans?Tap in with Chicago Bears Central for the full breakdown.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh continued their conversation with Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor, who shared his observations from Bears minicamp.
The Chicago Bears are officially entering one of the most important OTA periods this franchise has had in years — and the pressure is already building.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the biggest storylines Bears fans need to watch as OTAs begin, including the battle at center between veteran Garrett Bradbury and rookie second-round pick Logan Jones. After Drew Dalman's surprise retirement, Chicago needs stability in the middle of the offensive line, and Jones is already talking about building chemistry with Caleb Williams — a relationship that could be massive for the future of the Bears' offense.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bears are counting on their returning defensive linemen to step up in 2026 after they didn't select an edge rusher in the NFL Draft.
David Haugh and Zach Zaidman welcomed on Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris for the daily transition segment.
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed an injury concern for the Bears.
The Chicago Bears offseason just took a dramatic turn.An NFL analyst floated Jaylon Johnson as a potential cap casualty, and the financial implications are massive. Could Ryan Poles really consider a post-June 1 designation to create flexibility? Or is this idea completely off base?Meanwhile, ESPN proposed a blockbuster trade sending DJ Moore to the Raiders for Maxx Crosby, and Bears fans are split. Is it reckless? Or the final piece to push Chicago into Super Bowl contention?We also break down:A free agency prediction linking Trey Hendrickson to ChicagoWhether moving on from Dayo Odeyingbo makes senseWhy former scouts believe Gabe Jacas could be the perfect 1st-round edgeThe Arlington Heights stadium situation hitting a key court dateThe Bears are no longer rebuilding. They're calculating.This offseason is about precision, not panic.
The Chicago Bears are entering a crucial 2026 offseason, and Ryan Poles has some massive decisions to make.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh pondered how Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo's season-ending injury and burdensome contract will affect the team's moves as the NFL trade deadline looms Tuesday afternoon.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo's season-ending Achilles injury. Later, they conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed the need for Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo to produce at a higher level.
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by CHGO host Adam Hoge to share his keys to the Bears-Bengals game Sunday in Cincinnati. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote discussed the need for Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo to produce at a higher level. Later, they held the Halftime segment.
Defensive lineman Dayo Odeyingbo joins Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on the latest edition of Bears Weekly. Plus, get a in-depth preview of Sunday's game against Detroit with Lions play-by-play broadcaster Dan Miller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Chicago Cubs pitching coach, Tommy Hottovy on the state of the Cubs pitching staff. Later, Mully and Haugh talk about their expectations of Dayo Odeyingbo
Mark Grote stuck around with more audio from Halas Hall including a 1-on-1 conversation with Bears Edge Rusher Dayo Odeyingbo
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh continues to go over the top six sports stories of the day in the Pick 6
The Full Go returns as Jason is joined by Herb Howard from The Bigs. The two chat about some underrepresented stories throughout training camp, how Dennis Allen will deploy Tremaine Edmunds, and what the Bears could get from Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo. They also preview Friday's preseason finale and discuss how the vibe has changed under Ben Johnson.Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Herb Howard Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris explained why we need to see more from Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo.
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' frustrating 3-2 loss to the Reds on Monday. After that, they re-examined the moves the Cubs made at the trade deadline. Later, they explained why we need to see more from Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
PFF has given out some grades, some good and some bad, with the Chicago Bears. We go over some of the different things they brought to the table. Plus, Adam Rank of NFL Network once again joins the show to catch up on all things Bears on the CHGO Bears Podcast!
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Following Chicago White Sox fans heckling Arizona Diamondbacks Infielder Ketel Marte, the CHGO Bears crew discusses when sports fans' behavior crosses the line.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah talk about going up against Aaron Rodgers, Brett Favre and other all-time great NFL QBs. Plus, we bring back more mailbag questions from the diehard Bears fans. Favorite throwback jersey? Toughest teammate? All that and more along with Da Bets on CHGO Bears After Dark! An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE TO THE EIGHTY FIVE WITH COLE KMET: https://www.youtube.com/@The85WithColeKmet THE EIGHTY FIVE COLLECTION IS NOW AVAILABLE! https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/the-eighty-five-collection-by-chgo-x-cole-kmet ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports BetterHelp- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/chgo and get on your way to being your best self. CIRCA SPORTSBOOK: Download the Circa Sports Illinois at circa sports dot com slash Illinois dash app (https://www.circasports.com/illinois-app) to sign up today! If you or someone you know may have a problem with gambling, call 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537), text GAMB to 833234, or visit https://www.AreYouReallyWinning.com Ankin Law: Ankin Law is “injury law made personal.” They're here to help. Visit https://ankinlaw.com to learn more! Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO' at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: CHGO for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. TrueFan Travel: https://truefantravel.com/trip/chicago-takes-over-las-vegas/ Head to https://factormeals.com/chgobears50 and use code chgobears50 to get 50% off. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you're all set. #ad When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Bears #ChicagoBears #BearDown #DaBears
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Jaylon Johnson is among the top defensive players in the NFC North, but where does Montez Sweat stand? Today we draft the top defensive players in the NFC North. How many Bears get selected? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
The Chicago Bears announced their training camp schedule on Wednesday, with the Bears having 11 open practices. We go through the schedule that includes two joint practices. Later, we draft the offense of the NFC North. How many Bears get selected? And who goes first overall when we draft our Head Coaches in a bonus round? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze are entering Year 2 on the Chicago Bears. Is their connection one of the main things that can make or break the Bears 2025 season? 670 The Score's Chris Emma joins the show to discuss his expectations for the two. Later, we discuss Matt Eberflus disputing that he didn't watch film with Caleb Williams. Is it a simple misunderstanding after Williams clarified comments during a press conference? Chris Emma joins Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Author Bobby Peters joins the CHGO Bears Podcast with a detailed breakdown of Ben Johnson's offense. Peters' piece on the 2024 Detroit Lions offense includes actual playcalls from the team. What could Johnson's playcalls sound like in 2025? Later, Caleb Williams spoke at Fanatics Fest over the weekend. How does he describe how his relationship with Johnson is developing? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Caleb Williams passed for 3,541 yards last season. Now the betting markets are predicting an eerily similar season for Williams, with pass yard props ranging from 3,500.5 yards to 3,550.5 yards. Why are the betting markets so bearish on Caleb's sophomore season? Later, we take questions from our Diehards in the discord. Plus, we bring on a surprise guest to discuss the Bears offseason so far. Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
An article from Cody Benjamin of CBS Sports has Chicago Bears fans in a frenzy after Tight End Cole Kmet was listed as a trade candidate with the Pittsburgh Steelers as a possible suitor. Is Kmet likely to be moved after the Bears selected Colston Loveland with the 10th overall pick of the NFL Draft?
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
NFL.com released their projections for the All-Rookie team in 2025. Colston Loveland was projected to make the team despite not having taken full reps in Chicago Bears offseason programs. Should we still be bullish on the 10th overall pick of the NFL Draft? And what is his path to success in a Ben Johnson offense? Join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Spirit Week continues with a switcheroo today! Big Dave of CHGO Bulls and Mario Tirabassi of CHGO Blackhawks join Mark Carman to discuss their impressions of the Chicago Bears offseason so far. Is Ben Johnson the Bears version of Phil Jackson? Will Caleb Williams surpass Pete Crow-Armstrong as the most popular athlete in Chicago? Join us for a special edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast!
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Spirit Week continues at CHGO Sports! Today's CHGO Bears Podcast features not one, but two mystery guests! Who could they be? LAter, we look into overlooked Chicago Bears storylines that we may be taking for granted. Will Darnell Wright blossom into a Pro Bowl Right Tackle? Is Jonah Jackson FINALLY the solution at Right Guard? Adam Hoge and Patrick Norton are joined by TWO mystery guests on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Pete Bercich, former Minnesota Viking and current radio analyst of the Vikings, re-joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to size up the pair of NFC North foes. Is the future bright for JJ McCarthy? And how do the teams' WR rooms compare to one another? Bercich joins Adam Hoge on today's CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Former Chicago Bear Ted Albrecht joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to discuss the state of the Chicago Bears. Is the team in good hands with Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams at the helm? And how does he feel the O-Line will come to form in 2025? Later, we wonder which Bears have the skills necessary to play a second position if they were thrust into that role. Albrecht joins Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah are back and we'll be looking at key storylines for the Chicago Bears heading into 2025 with a new Fill In The Blank segment! Also, some big news for Azumah as he's on the NFF College Football HOF Ballot! We'll also answer some mailbag questions from our diehards. All that and more on CHGO Bears After Dark!
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Chicago Bears Defensive Tackle Gervon Dexter joins the show to look ahead to the 2025 season. How has he been spending his offseason? And is the DT position now one of the strongest positions on the team? We're also joined by Breakfast Ball's Danny Parkins! Is the 2025 schedule the Bears' greatest enemy this coming season? Gervon Dexter and Danny Parkins join Adam Hoge and Mark Carman on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Can the Chicago Bears end their playoff drought in 2025? NFL.com released a recent article listing the Bears as the 5th-most likely team to end a long playoff drought this season. Does the CHGO Bears crew agree with the list, or should the Bears be listed higher?
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
The CHGO Bears crew opens up the Diehard mailbag on today's episode. Which player not named Caleb Williams will be the biggest X-factor in determining the Chicago Bears success? What could the Bears get if they trade backup QB Tyson Bagent? And how has new EDGE Dayo Odeyingbo performed since joining the team. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Just rookies and some second-year players on the Chicago Bears took part in this portion of the Bears offseason program. Notably in attendance was Caleb Williams as he continues to learn Ben Johnson's offense. However, the Bears top-2 picks from the NFL Draft, Colston Loveland and Luther Burden were still unable to participate in practice as they nurse injuries. Will either be ready for Training Camp? WE bring you our best and worst from practice and also hear from the rookies. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
Following the news of Green Bay Packers CB Jaire Alexander being released, the CHGO Bears crew takes a temperature check on the NFC North. Is there a scenario where the Packers are the worst team in the division. Can the Chicago Bears finally overtake them again? We compare the two teams to see which position groups the Packers actually have the edge at. Later, we rank the NFC North. Is it still the Detroit Lions on top. We also discuss the news of Aaron Rodgers signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Did the Steelers make a huge mistake this offseason? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
The Chicago Bears have wrapped up another week of offseason preparations as we inch closer to Training Camp. Patrick Norton has been covering the Bears for CHGO thoughout Minicamp and OTAs and we will get his perspective on everything he has seen through the last few weeks. Also, Adam Rank will join the show once again to hype up the new team! All that and more on the CHGO Bears Podcast!
The Chicago Audible - Chicago Bears Podcast and Postgame Show
The Chicago Bears ocluded their offseason Minicamp on Thursday. We reveal our best and worst from the day, including an unexpected player making the best catch of the offseason. Plus, Ben johnson revealed his standout players from camp. Which two rookies made the list, and which veteran was the surprising first player he named? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast.