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  • Is Ben Johnson Calling the Shots Over Ryan Poles? Bears Draft Dynamic Examined

    Is Ben Johnson Calling the Shots Over Ryan Poles? Bears Draft Dynamic Examined
    Apr 27 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Full NFL Draft Reaction Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana The Chicago Bears’ NFL Draft is complete, and Pat & Shea break down everything — the good, the bad, and the confusing. The biggest question: how did the Bears not address edge rusher? The guys dive into why that decision is so puzzling and what it means for the defense moving forward. They also discuss a growing narrative — are the Bears’ roster decisions now more Ben Johnson’s than Ryan Poles’? Plus, they take a hard look at Poles’ process, whether it should be questioned, and why the roster may be better… but expectations shouldn’t necessarily be higher. And when in doubt — should Bears fans just trust Ben Johnson? 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – No edge rusher? A puzzling draft decision 00:08:00 – Are roster moves more Ben Johnson than Ryan Poles? 00:18:00 – Questioning Ryan Poles’ draft process 00:24:00 – Roster improved, but expectations shouldn’t rise? 00:30:00 – When in doubt… trust Ben Johnson? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears draft reactions, analysis & insider discussion from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLDraft #RyanPoles #BenJohnson #BearsDraft #BearDown
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    39 min
  • Courtney Cronin: Bears Draft Pick Dillon Thieneman Was the STEAL of the 1st Round

    Courtney Cronin: Bears Draft Pick Dillon Thieneman Was the STEAL of the 1st Round
    Apr 24 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears Draft Reaction Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana The Chicago Bears select Safety Dillon Thieneman (Oregon) — and Courtney Cronin is calling it the STEAL of the draft. Pat and Courtney break down why this pick could be a game-changer for Chicago’s defense and how it fits into Ryan Poles’ long-term plan. The conversation then turns to what’s next: will the Bears need to trade up on Day 2 to land an impact edge rusher, and what are the top priorities heading into Day 3 of the NFL Draft? 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Courtney calls Dillon Thieneman the steal of the draft 00:05:00 – Will the Bears trade up on Day 2 for an edge rusher? 00:12:00 – Bears’ goals for Day 3 of the NFL Draft 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears draft coverage, reactions & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLDraft #DillonThieneman #BearsDraft #RyanPoles #BearDown
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    25 min
  • Bears GM Ryan Poles Press Conference: Extension Talks & Draft Targets

    Bears GM Ryan Poles Press Conference: Extension Talks & Draft Targets
    Apr 21 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | LIVE from Halas Hall Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group Pat and Courtney are LIVE from Halas Hall reacting to GM Ryan Poles’ pre-draft press conference just days before the NFL Draft. What did Poles reveal — and what should Bears fans take seriously? The crew breaks down Poles’ comments on a potential contract extension for RT Darnell Wright, why the center position appears to be a major draft priority, and how the Bears currently view the safety position — which may not be as big of a focus as expected. They also look ahead to the big picture: which roster holes might still be left unfilled after the NFL Draft, and what that means for the Bears’ offseason strategy moving forward. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Ryan Poles on a possible extension for Darnell Wright 00:09:00 – Center position becomes a clear draft priority 00:13:00 – Bears’ perspective on safety (not a major focus?) 00:18:00 – What holes will remain after the NFL Draft? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears draft coverage, insider reporting & offseason analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLDraft #RyanPoles #DarnellWright #HalasHall #BearDown
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    25 min
  • Chicago Bears Mock Draft: Who We’re Taking in Every Round (1–4)

    Chicago Bears Mock Draft: Who We’re Taking in Every Round (1–4)
    Apr 20 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Full Mock Draft (Rounds 1–4) Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group Pat and Shea dive into a full Chicago Bears mock draft, breaking down picks from Round 1 through Round 4 as the NFL Draft approaches. Who should Ryan Poles target — and how should the board fall for Chicago? Before the picks, the guys react to the latest Bengals & Dexter Lawrence fallout, and what it could mean for the defensive market and Bears strategy. Then it’s time to build the roster: multiple first-round scenarios, followed by Day 2 and Day 3 selections that could shape the future of the franchise. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Bengals & Dexter Lawrence fallout 00:09:00 – Bears 1st-round mock draft pick 00:16:00 – 1st-round mock draft (take 3) 00:21:00 – Bears 2nd-round mock draft picks 00:27:00 – Bears 3rd-round mock draft pick 00:31:00 – Bears 4th-round mock draft pick 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears draft coverage, mock drafts & offseason analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLDraft #MockDraft #RyanPoles #BearsDraft #BearDown
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    39 min
  • Best & Worst Chicago Bears Offensive Linemen of All Time | w/ Jurko

    Best & Worst Chicago Bears Offensive Linemen of All Time | w/ Jurko
    Apr 17 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Best & Worst in Bears History Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group Another edition of Best & Worst in Chicago Bears History with Jurko! Pat and Jurko break down the worst offensive linemen to ever suit up for the Bears, followed by a look at the best O-linemen in franchise history — the guys who defined toughness in Chicago. Then it’s time for Jurko’s Story Time, where he gives a rare and honest perspective on how NFL players know when the end is near, and how athletes adjust to life after football. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Worst linemen in Chicago Bears history 00:06:00 – Best O-linemen in Bears history 00:11:00 – Jurko Story Time: life after the NFL 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears history, analysis & insider stories from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown #BearsHistory #Jurko #OffensiveLine #NFLStories For More Bears Content Watch: The Chicago Bears Podcast : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCGqxB8UeLZiM5tuLNUFDXgj54SQhCpO_ Waddle & SIlvy : https://www.youtube.com/@WaddleAndSilvy/videos Kap & J Hood : https://www.youtube.com/@KapAndJHood/videos Carmen & Jurko : https://www.youtube.com/@CarmenAndJurko/videos
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    25 min
  • Courtney Cronin Makes a SHOCKING Draft Pick for the Chicago Bears

    Courtney Cronin Makes a SHOCKING Draft Pick for the Chicago Bears
    Apr 16 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Dueling Mock Drafts Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana The NFL Draft is just 1 week away, and it’s time for dueling mock drafts! Pat The Designer and Courtney Cronin step into the GM chair and make the picks they’d choose if they were Ryan Poles running the Chicago Bears. The crew breaks down their full Bears mock draft strategies, debating positions of need, best player available, and how aggressive Chicago should be heading into draft night. From potential first-round targets to later-round value, it’s a complete look at how the Bears could shape their future. Which mock draft would YOU trust more? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears draft coverage, mock drafts & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLDraft #MockDraft #RyanPoles #BearsDraft #BearDown
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    36 min
  • Chicago Bears DE Daniel Hardy Talks Playoff Run & Huge Offseason | w/ Jason McKie

    Chicago Bears DE Daniel Hardy Talks Playoff Run & Huge Offseason | w/ Jason McKie
    Apr 15 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Daniel Hardy Interview Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie Special Guest: Chicago Bears DE Daniel Hardy Pat and J Mack are joined by Chicago Bears defensive end Daniel Hardy for an exclusive interview diving into his offseason focus, role on the team, and expectations for the upcoming season. Hardy breaks down what he brings to the Bears defense, how the unit is working to overcome offseason losses, and what it’s like playing under Dennis Allen’s coaching style. He also shares insight into his wild playoff experience, the energy of Bears fans, and what he’s seen from Caleb Williams as a leader inside the locker room. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Daniel Hardy on his offseason focus 00:06:00 – What Daniel Hardy brings to the Bears defense 00:14:00 – Overcoming defensive losses & Dennis Allen’s coaching style 00:20:00 – Playoff experience & the impact of Bears fans 00:32:00 – Caleb Williams’ leadership on the team 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears interviews, insider analysis & player perspectives from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #DanielHardy #BearsDefense #CalebWilliams #DennisAllen #NFL
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    39 min
  • Bears Draft Preview: Top Prospects for Pick No. 25 — Deep Dive

    Bears Draft Preview: Top Prospects for Pick No. 25 — Deep Dive
    Apr 13 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Pick #25 Draft Targets Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana The Chicago Bears are on the clock at pick #25, and Pat & Shea take a deep dive into the top NFL Draft prospects who could be in play. With multiple needs on both sides of the ball, what direction should Ryan Poles go to maximize value? Shea is officially on the hot seat, breaking down key targets including LT Kadyn Proctor, edge rushers R. Mason Thomas and Akeem Mesidor, and DT Peter Woods — all players who could shape the future of the Bears roster. The guys also examine how Dennis Allen’s defensive scheme will impact draft decisions, and which prospects truly fit the identity Chicago is trying to build this offseason. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Shea’s on the hot seat 00:04:00 – LT Kadyn Proctor breakdown 00:14:00 – Edge rusher R. Mason Thomas breakdown 00:24:00 – Dennis Allen’s scheme & player fit on trial 00:28:00 – DT Peter Woods breakdown 00:37:00 – Edge rusher Akeem Mesidor breakdown 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears draft coverage, prospect breakdowns & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFLDraft #RyanPoles #KadynProctor #PeterWoods #AkeemMesidor #DennisAllen #BearDown
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    45 min