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The Chicago Bears are 2-1, national expectations are rising, and some major roster questions are already beginning to take shape.First, Cole Kmet's role has changed dramatically. Through three games, Colston Loveland has played 84.2% of Chicago's offensive snaps, compared with 62% for Kmet, while Kmet has just two receptions for 35 yards and one touchdown and has gone without a catch in each of the last two games. That doesn't mean Kmet has become a bad player — but it does raise a legitimate question about what his future looks like if Loveland has clearly become TE1. Pasted textAnd the economics make the conversation even more interesting. Kmet's restructured deal carries a cap hit of roughly $7.78 million in 2026, but that jumps to $15.425 million in 2027, the final year of his current contract. If Sam Roush continues developing into a cheaper blocking and multiple-tight-end option, Ryan Poles may eventually have a real decision to make. Pasted text Pasted textThen there's Darnell Wright.Chicago gave Wright a massive four-year, $116 million extension with $93 million guaranteed, and early returns have been excellent. Through three games, Wright has played every offensive snap while independent charting credits him with zero sacks allowed, zero QB hits, three pressures allowed and zero penalties. Pasted text Pasted textFinally, the national conversation around Chicago has shifted dramatically after the 27-7 win over Philadelphia without Caleb Williams. NFL.com moved the Bears up four spots to No. 12 in its Week 4 power rankings, while other rankings have pushed Chicago into the top 10 discussion. The question isn't whether the Bears deserve more respect — it's whether fans and media are moving too quickly from “interesting team” to “NFC contender.” Pasted textHaize breaks down:

Are the Chicago Bears dealing with legitimate long-term problems — or are Bears fans reacting to September issues that could look completely different by December?Haize breaks down three early-season storylines that deserve attention without jumping straight to panic.First, Gervon Dexter Sr. is off to a strong start in Atlanta after Chicago traded him for Clark Phillips III and a 2027 fifth-round pick. Through two games, Dexter owns a 78.7 PFF grade, an 83.2 pass-rush grade and eight pressures. Meanwhile, Phillips has yet to log a defensive snap for Chicago. Did Ryan Poles move Dexter one year too early — or could this trade still make sense if Chicago never planned to give Dexter a second contract?Then there's rookie tight end Sam Roush, selected No. 69 overall. Chicago wanted another true inline “Y” tight end to preserve Ben Johnson's heavy 12- and 13-personnel offense, but Roush has had a rough early adjustment. The bigger question isn't whether he becomes a high-volume receiver — it's whether his blocking and versatility eventually unlock Kmet, Loveland and the rest of Chicago's offense.And finally: Jaylon Johnson and Montez Sweat. Both proven veterans have started slower than expected. Jaylon's early coverage numbers have been rough, while Sweat has just six pressures and one sack through two games — but both have much larger track records suggesting a rebound is completely realistic.The real question:Are we seeing Bears problems…or September problems?

Could one simple Drew Brees conversation help unlock the next version of Caleb Williams?Ben Johnson revealed that Brees explained to Caleb how only a few extra completions per game can dramatically change a quarterback's completion percentage and overall efficiency. Caleb then opened the season 21-of-29 for 269 yards, 2 passing TDs and a 124.1 passer rating while showing more willingness to take the easy completion.Haize also breaks down whether “No Block, No Rock” is becoming the Bears' true offensive identity and whether Ryan Poles should call the Giants about Kayvon Thibodeaux. Chicago isn't reportedly negotiating for him, but his ability to help opposite Montez Sweat makes the idea worth exploring.

Caleb Williams and the Bears' weapons get the headlines, but Chicago's offensive line may be the real reason this offense has elite potential. The Bears rushed for 291 yards — their most since 1984 — with six rushing touchdowns, and Ben Johnson gave the entire offensive line a game ball afterward.Haize also debates whether Ben Johnson's fourth-down aggression can cross the line into recklessness after Chicago went for 4th-and-1 from its own 21 against Carolina and failed.Plus, should Ryan Poles call Pittsburgh about Joey Porter Jr.? There's no report Chicago is actively negotiating, but Porter's coverage production and potential fit in Dennis Allen's defense make the idea worth discussing — especially if the price eventually drops.

The Chicago Bears aren't rebuilding—but Ryan Poles is entering 2026 with TEN rookies on the active roster, and several could be asked to play major roles immediately.Haize breaks down the pressure on Dillon Thieneman, Malik Muhammad II, Jordan van den Berg, Sam Roush, Zavion Thomas and Logan Jones, and whether relying this heavily on young players is brilliant championship roster construction or a dangerous gamble.Plus, Dennis Allen says he's extremely confident in Chicago's defensive line despite the Gervon Dexter trade, and Kalif Raymond may be much more than a return specialist as his chemistry with Caleb Williams continues to grow.

Ryan Poles just created roughly $17 million in 2026 cap room—but does that actually mean a major Chicago Bears trade is coming?On today's Chicago Bears Central, Haize explains why the restructures of Joe Thuney, Dayo Odeyingbo and T.J. Edwards were largely about cap compliance and operating flexibility—not suddenly giving Chicago $17 million in shopping money. The Bears are estimated to have closer to $4.8 million in actual available space, but that flexibility could become extremely valuable if one major weakness emerges during the season.We also break down why 13 personnel with Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet and rookie Sam Roush could become one of Ben Johnson's nastiest matchup weapons, plus four Bears who could potentially become trade candidates before the deadline: Roschon Johnson, Garrett Bradbury, Tyrique Stevenson and Braxton Jones.

Ryan Poles has a lot of draft whiffs, Alex Cohen interview (Hour 1) full 2610 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:06:36 +0000 eUXNGkZ0WBQVrbk8jrX4VGiFBZO7ndA1 sports Steve Rosenbloom Show sports Ryan Poles has a lot of draft whiffs, Alex Cohen interview (Hour 1) Former Chicago Tribune writer and columnist Steve Rosenbloom brings his witty, at-times snarky sports commentary to the airwaves on Saturdays at 11 a.m. to lead a show that he and listeners affectionately call Saturday Suckage. Follow him on Twitter @SteveRosenbloom.  2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepod

Chicago Bears podcast hosts Austin and Reece recap the entire offseason, headlined by the surprise Gervon Dexter trade to the Falcons for Clark Phillips and a fifth-round pick, what it says about Ryan Poles' roster building, and why the defensive line remains the biggest concern for Dennis Allen heading into Year 2. They react to the final 53-man roster cuts, including Jack Sanborn's release and practice squad return, Terrell Smith getting claimed by the Commanders, and undrafted free agents like Jaden Loving and Skylar Thomas earning real roster spots. Plus a full preseason recap featuring Zavion Thomas' breakout game against the Titans, Malik Muhammad's rise, and the rookies who improved every week. They close with 2026 season predictions, why the Bears might be one game-changing pass rusher away from legit Super Bowl contention, Max Crosby trade dreams, a worrying Packers offensive line, and a first look at Caleb Williams vs Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. Subscribe to the Bear Necessities Podcast for weekly Chicago Bears coverage all season long. For Business Inquiries please reach out to: Bearnecessitiespodcast@gmail.com

Episode #230 | What's Going On With Kyler Gordon? In Episode #230 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky, and Griffin dive deep into the Kyler Gordon situation — and it's more alarming than Bears fans want to admit. With Gordon officially on the PUP list heading into Week 1, Ryan Poles dropping an "I don't know" at the podium, and Ben Johnson's cryptic trust comments, is this starting to feel like the Nate Davis situation all over again? The guys also cover Gervon Dexter getting traded, breaking down what it means for the secondary's depth, the final preseason game recap, and some NBA Clippers talk to start the show. Plus, a deep dive into Gordon's full injury history since signing his extension. If you want the most thorough, honest Bears fan breakdown of the Kyler Gordon saga before Week 1, this is it. BEAR DOWN ! ️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote continue discussing the mysterious injury of nickel corner Kyler Gordon. Even general manager Ryan Poles can't give us a timeline for his return.

Dennis Allen says he's extremely confident in the Chicago Bears defensive line and believes it could be one of the deepest position groups on the roster—but Bears fans have every reason to ask whether “deep” actually means “dangerous.”On today's Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the pressure on Montez Sweat, Dayo Odeyingbo, Austin Booker, Grady Jarrett, Kentavius Street and Jordan van den Berg after Chicago traded Gervon Dexter. Allen has praised both Street and van den Berg, but after the Bears finished near the bottom of the NFL in pass-rush and run-stop win rate last season, this group still has plenty to prove.Plus, could Ryan Poles still trade for another edge rusher? Josh Sweat is one intriguing possibility after recording 12 sacks in 2025.Also:

Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer have the latest news from Halas Hall after head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles spoke to the media on Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Haugh and Jarrett Payton discussed the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.

David Haugh and Jarrett Payton opened their show by reacting to the Cubs bullpen faltering in a 9-4 loss to the Brewers on Tuesday at Wrigley Field. They also discussed the White Sox's 5-1 win over the Astros and what they heard from Bears general manager Ryan Poles on Tuesday. Later, they conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.

David Haugh and Jarrett Payton discussed Bears general manager Ryan Poles' best and worst draft picks of his tenure in Chicago.

As we continue counting down to the Bears' first game of the 2026 season, head coach Ben Johnson explained that quarterback Caleb Williams is "less goofy" this year. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote decipher what they believe Johnson meant by that. How's Williams being more serious when it comes to his approach to the game? Also, we still have zero idea what's going on with nickel cornerback Kyler Gordon. Even general manager Ryan Poles isn't sure when Gordon will be back — if he's back at all. And defensive coordinator Dennis Allen had praise for what he has seen out of cornerback Jaylon Johnson during the offseason.

Mark Grote and Anthony Herron discussed Bears general manager Ryan Poles' pointed criticism of injured cornerback Kyler Gordon.

Leila Rahimi and Matt Spiegel opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' power surge in a 17-3 rout of the Brewers on Monday at Wrigley Field. The Cubs set a franchise record by hitting nine home runs in the game. After that, they reacted to Cubs manager Craig Counsell's recent comments about the NL Central race. Later, they reacted to Bears general manager Ryan Poles' comments on cornerback Kyler Gordon's uncertain health and murky future with the organization.

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Matt Spiegel were joined by Bulls Radio play-by-play announcer Chuck Swirsky live at Wildfire, where they celebrated Swirsky's 50-year anniversary in the broadcasting industry. After that, Rahimi and Spiegel reacted to a few notable comments from Bears general manager Ryan Poles on Tuesday.

David Haugh and Jarrett Payton shared their level of faith in Bears general manager Ryan Poles.

In the third hour, David Haugh and Jarrett Payton shared what they'd like to see reporters ask Bears general manager Ryan Poles when he meets the media later Tuesday. After that, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the show to discuss the Cubs' 17-3 rout of the Brewers on Monday and the White Sox's 6-3 loss to the Astros.

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson met with reporters Tuesday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest a couple days after the NFL's cutdown deadline. Here are five of the most interesting things we learned from the Bears on Tuesday.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears' decision to trade defensive tackle Gervon Dexter. What made general manager Ryan Poles feel comfortable enough to trade someone who had been a starting defensive player?

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The Chicago Bears continue reshaping their roster heading into Week 1, and there are some BIG questions surrounding Ryan Poles' decisions.On today's Chicago Bears Central, Haize discusses the expected return of fan-favorite linebacker Jack Sanborn, who would give Chicago needed depth after initially carrying only four linebackers.We also debate whether trading Gervon Dexter for Clark Phillips III and a 2027 fifth-round pick made an already-questionable defensive line even riskier. The move puts significantly more pressure on Jordan van den Berg, Grady Jarrett, Austin Booker, Dayo Odeyingbo and Chicago's young interior depth.Plus:

Matt Spiegel and Ryan McGuffey discussed how the Bears' 53-man roster only has 20 players on it who preceded head coach Ben Johnson's arrival in Chicago.

The Chicago Bears' final roster cuts are underway—and Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson are making some BIG decisions before Chicago gets down from 90 players to its initial 53-man roster.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize reacts to the latest Bears cuts, the fallout from the Gervon Dexter trade, the surprising decisions at left tackle and running back, and which players could still be fighting for the final few roster spots.And Bears fans…Things got real FAST.Chicago has already moved on from several notable players, including:❌ Salvon Ahmed❌ Kiran Amegadjie❌ Jedrick Wills Jr.❌ Terell Smith❌ Scotty Miller❌ JP Richardson❌ Caden Barnett❌ Anthony Johnson Jr.❌ Jon Rhattigan❌ Mason Murphy❌ William Wright❌ Marlen SewellAnd that comes on top of Chicago already trading Gervon Dexter Sr. to the Atlanta Falcons for cornerback Clark Phillips III and a fifth-round pick.

The Chicago Bears have officially revealed their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 NFL season—and Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson made some surprising decisions. But the biggest takeaway might be that Chicago is NOT finished building this roster.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the biggest winners, losers, surprises and potential waiver-wire additions after the Bears finalized their initial 53.Several young players turned impressive summers into NFL roster spots.Undrafted rookies Jayden Loving, Hayden Large and Skyler Thomas all survived final cuts, along with defensive lineman Jamree Kromah and veteran defensive tackle Kentavius Street.But Chicago also made some unusual roster-construction decisions.

Chicago Bears football may be going through an identity crisis—and Bears fans might have to embrace it.For generations, Chicago has been defined by defense. Monsters of the Midway. Linebackers. Pass rushers. Physical football.But the 2026 Bears?This team is being built around OFFENSE.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down why the face of this era isn't going to be the next Brian Urlacher, Julius Peppers or Khalil Mack.It's Caleb Williams.And around Caleb, Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson have assembled arguably the deepest collection of offensive talent Chicago has seen in years: Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet, D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai, with proven veterans across much of the offensive line.This isn't just August hype either.In Ben Johnson's first season with Caleb, Chicago scored 441 points—the third-most in franchise history—and ranked second in the NFL with 127 explosive plays.That means the next step isn't proving Chicago can make explosive plays.It's becoming efficient.Ben Johnson has already identified the areas that need another jump: route detail, ball placement, catching the football and consistently getting the primary receiver open.And Luther Burden III could be the swing piece that ties everything together.Burden gives Chicago quick-game juice, yards-after-catch ability, motion flexibility and another way to punish defenses that focus too heavily on Rome Odunze or the Bears' tight ends.So Bears fans may need to adjust to a very different reality:Chicago can still be physical. It can still run the football. Defense still matters.But this era belongs to Caleb Williams—and the Bears may finally be built to dictate games offensively instead of waiting for the defense to save them. Then we flip to the biggest concern.

Marc Silverman argues the Bears should never have entered the season still searching for an answer at left tackleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

The Chicago Bears are finally getting healthier at exactly the right time—and Luther Burden III is BACK on the practice field.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down Burden's return, what it could mean for Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson's offense, the latest Bears 53-man roster bubble battles, the still-unsettled left tackle situation and why the Atlanta Falcons could become a legitimate trade destination for Gervon Dexter Sr.Let's start with the good news.After missing multiple weeks with a groin injury, Luther Burden III returned to practice and participated in individual work as Chicago ramps toward the regular-season opener against Carolina.And Burden wasn't alone.

The Chicago Bears are entering the final stretch of the preseason with legitimate NFC contender expectations—but injuries, roster uncertainty and Gervon Dexter trade talks are creating some HUGE questions.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down everything coming out of the Bears' final open training camp practice, debates whether Chicago is a legitimate NFC heavyweight or one of the NFL's biggest regression candidates, and takes a deeper look at what trading Gervon Dexter Sr. would actually mean for Ryan Poles' defensive-line gamble.Tuesday's practice once again came with injury concerns. Darnell Wright left after having the same elbow that suffered a torn UCL last season examined, while Dexter also exited practice with a trainer.But Dexter's situation became considerably more interesting because reports of his exit came on the same day Chicago was reportedly involved in trade discussions surrounding the young defensive tackle.And who stepped into first-team work after Dexter left?

The Chicago Bears aren't the fun little rebuilding story anymore. Expectations have changed—and Caleb Williams is now being asked to lead a team with legitimate championship aspirations.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down four questions that could determine just how high Chicago's ceiling really is in 2026.First, Caleb Williams has no excuses—but does he have enough to cover up the Bears' remaining flaws?Chicago went 11-6 and won the NFC North last season while Ben Johnson's offense scored 441 points, the third-most in franchise history, and generated 127 explosive plays, second-most in the NFL.The foundation is real.Caleb has Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet, D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai around him, and his sack rate dropped dramatically from 10.0% to 3.8% under Johnson.But there's another side.His completion percentage fell from 62.5% to 58.1%, Chicago faces an extremely difficult schedule, and some of last season's late-game magic and defensive turnover production may be difficult to duplicate.The question is no longer:Can Caleb Williams become good?It's:Can Caleb become the quarterback who covers up imperfections when a Super Bowl-caliber team needs him to?Then we turn to Ryan Poles.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Bears head coach Ben Johnson's drive and motivation in the job by reacting to a series of notable comments he made in a profile story written by Dan Pompei of The Athletic. After that, Adam Hoge of CHGO joined the show to share his takeaways from his recent interview with Bears general manager Ryan Poles on the Hoge & Jahns podcast. He also shared the feeling inside Halas Hall regarding cornerback Kyler Gordon continuing to be sidelined by injury.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Adam Hoge of CHGO to share his takeaways from his recent interview with Bears general manager Ryan Poles on the Hoge & Jahns podcast. He also shared the feeling inside Halas Hall regarding cornerback Kyler Gordon continuing to be sidelined by injury.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the latest update on Bears offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo's knee injury. General manager Ryan Poles suggested it's possible he'll return to practice by the end of training camp. Does this change how we view the left tackle competition?

The Chicago Bears just completed another intense training camp practice, and Day 12 delivered huge performances, encouraging returns and one devastating injury update.On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down everything Bears fans need to know from Halas Hall.First up: D'Andre Swift looks like he is already in midseason form. Swift ripped off a 38-yard touchdown run while breaking multiple tackles, and reports described him as explosive throughout practice. If this version of Swift carries over into the regular season, Chicago's rushing attack could become one of the most dangerous elements of Ben Johnson's offense.The Bears also received another major boost with T.J. Edwards finally returning to 11-on-11 team drills after a lengthy rehabilitation process. Edwards immediately made his presence felt by blowing up a Roschon Johnson run for a tackle for loss.And another young defensive back is taking advantage of Chicago's injury situation.Undrafted rookie safety Skyler Thomas recorded his first interception of camp, picking off Tyson Bagent while continuing to receive opportunities created by the injuries throughout the Bears secondary.Then we get to two completely different injury stories.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Luis Medina of Bleacher Nation to discuss the latest Bears storylines, including a promising update on left tackle Ozzy Trapilo's health as he continues to rehab from a torn patellar tendon.

The Bears locked up an elite tackle before the market explodes, creating a move that could look like one of Ryan Poles' smartest decisions in a few years, Marc Silverman writesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Over the offseason, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles bet that he had enough on his roster to improve his struggling pass rush. Defensive end Austin Booker looked forward to proving that bet correct this season. Plus more notes from Thursday's training camp practice.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Right tackle Darnell Wright and the Bears have inked a four-year, $116-million contract extension! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote aren't shocked by the news, but that doesn't mean it isn't a huge deal for a lot of people — including general manager Ryan Poles, who took Wright at 10th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. Also in this episode, the guys bring the latest news and notes from training camp. How is the defense adjusting without safety Coby Bryant? And we have the annual quarterback tiers list from The Athletic!

In the second hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Matt Spiegel listened & reacted to Bears General Manager Ryan Poles & Head Coach Ben Johnson commenting on oft-injured cornerback Kyler Gordon.

Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer bring you the latest from Halas Hall as the Bears reported for training camp on Tuesday. They break down everything head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles discussed with the media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear the way Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson discussed nickel corner Kyler Gordon's latest injury. Is Gordon on thin ice with this staff?

Laurence & Spiegs listen & react to Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson & General Manager Ryan Poles commenting on oft-injured cornerback Kyler Gordon.

Bears training camp has arrived! That means Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote are back at Halas Hall, where the head coach and general manager expressed their frustration over the latest injury for nickel corner Kyler Gordon, who is starting camp on the PUP list. Do they know when he will be back? Meanwhile, what progress does Ben Johnson hope to see from quarterback Caleb Williams? And how is the left tackle competition looking right now?

Mark Grote calls in after Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson addressed the media to talk all things Bears full 1279 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:09:58 +0000 JsBxKPQ9QXvZTAdQraYomE84rN1Dw6te #chicagobears,sports Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show #chicagobears,sports Mark Grote calls in after Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson addressed the media to talk all things Bears Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports, pairing sharp insight with real personality. They break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, honest takes and lively discussion, the show offers Chicago fans a well-rounded, informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson met with reporters on Tuesday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest as veteran players reported for the start of training camp. Here are four of the most interesting things the Bears said Tuesday.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

The Bears are heading into the 2026 season with plenty of optimism—but did they actually do enough this offseason to become a legitimate contender? In this episode of Bear Necessities, Austin and Reece break down the Chicago Bears' offseason from top to bottom, with a deep dive into the team's draft class, biggest additions, and remaining question marks. We discuss whether Ryan Poles addressed the roster's biggest needs, which rookies could make an immediate impact, and if this team is finally built to compete for the NFC North. In this episode: Full breakdown of the Bears' 2026 NFL Draft class Biggest offseason wins and potential misses Which rookies will make the biggest impact? Remaining roster holes and concerns Expectations for Caleb Williams and the offense Can the Bears contend in 2026? Did the Bears do enough to position themselves for success, or is another move still needed before Week 1? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!