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The Chicago Bears Podcast

Welcome to The Chicago Bears Podcast, brought to you by ESPN Chicago! Hosted by Pat The Designer and joined by former Bears Jason McKie, along with NFL insider Courtney Cronin, former NFL Defensive Lineman John Jurkovic, and ESPN Chicago"s Shea Norling. Our show delivers unmatched access and conversations about the team you love. With new episodes every weekday, our knowledgeable and entertaining hosts provide in-depth analysis, game breakdowns, player interviews, and insider information to keep

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25:08

Courtney Cronin: Bears Draft Pick Dillon Thieneman...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/24

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears Draft ReactionHosted 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

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24:55

Bears GM Ryan Poles Press Conference: Extension Talks...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/21

🐻 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,

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38:37

Chicago Bears Mock Draft: Who We’re Taking in Every...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/20

🐻 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

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25:03

Best & Worst Chicago Bears Offensive Linemen of All...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/17

🐻 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

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38:55

Chicago Bears DE Daniel Hardy Talks Playoff Run &...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/15

🐻 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

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45:01

Bears Draft Preview: Top Prospects for Pick No. 25 —...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/13

🐻 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

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20:40

Tyrique Stevenson & Jaylon Johnson Aren’t Enough for...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/09

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Roster Concerns & Draft RegretsHosted by Pat The Designer & Jack McGrath Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group Reports are coming out that CB Tyrique Stevenson is expected to be a starter next season — but should Bears fans feel comfortable with that? Pat and Jack break down the Chicago Bears secondary, and whether pairing Stevenson with Jaylon Johnson is enough to compete at a high level. The guys also discuss a

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30:03

Dexter Lawrence Wants Out of New York — Will the...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/08

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Trade Debate + Bears History Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana A major trade question is on the table: Pro Bowl NT Dexter Lawrence wants out of New York — should the Chicago Bears give up a 1st-round pick to land him? Pat and Jurko break down whether this is the type of move Ryan Poles should make to upgrade the defensive line. Jurko also dives into

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21:24

Jurko Sounds Off on New NFL Rule Changes — What It...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/04/01

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Rule Changes DebateHosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group The NFL is on the verge of major rule changes, and Pat and Jurko break down everything that could reshape the game as we know it. From kickoffs to scheduling, nothing is off the table. The guys debate whether the NFL should just get rid of kickoffs altogether, why replacement referees could

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31:12

Bears HC Ben Johnson Calls Out Staff & Players at the...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/31

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | LIVE from NFL Owner’s Meetings Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group Live from the NFL Owner’s Meetings in Arizona, Courtney Cronin joins Pat to break down everything coming out of Bears HC Ben Johnson’s media session — and it was anything but quiet. Ben Johnson called out his coaching staff and wide receivers. Pat and Courtney react to what it means for the Bears heading into a critical offseason. They

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39:55

Top Trade-Up Candidates for the Chicago Bears & Ryan...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/30

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Draft Strategy + March Madness Energy Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group Fresh off the excitement of March Madness, Pat The Designer celebrates his Fighting Illini making the Final Four before diving into a critical conversation about the Chicago Bears’ NFL Draft strategy. The guys debate which NFL Draft prospects Bears fans would actually be OK trading for, and whether

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32:32

Bears Mock Draft Disappointment?! Field Yates Sends...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/26

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Mock Draft SeasonHosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group NFL Mock Draft season is here, and Pat & Courtney dive into the latest projections for the Chicago Bears. What direction should Ryan Poles take in Round 1 — and beyond? The crew reacts to Field Yates’ mock draft, which has the Bears landing an exciting defensive prospect, and breaks down whether that’s the right move. They also discuss Jacob

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35:30

Defense Has to Be the ONLY Focus for the Chicago...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/25

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Roster Breakdown Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Where do the Chicago Bears actually need to improve — and where are they already set? Pat and Jurko break down the roster from top to bottom as the offseason continues. The guys start with the offense, explaining why it may only need a few tweaks to truly flourish under Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams. Then they turn to the

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35:38

Ranking All Sports Playoffs | March Madness Is King &...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/23

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | Best Playoffs Debate Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana With March Madness in full swing, Pat and Shea take a break from Bears talk to settle a major debate: what is the best playoff format in all of sports? From the NFL Playoffs to College Football Playoff, and of course the chaos of March Madness, the guys rank every major postseason and argue what truly makes a great

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39:26

Draft vs Free Agency: Will Bears GM Ryan Poles’ Plan...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/18

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Draft PreviewHosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group Pat and Shea dive into the Chicago Bears’ options in the 1st round of the NFL Draft, breaking down the top prospects and how Ryan Poles should approach a pivotal pick. The guys emphasize the importance of finding a Montez Sweat replacement, highlighting why pass rusher remains one of the biggest needs on the roster. They also discuss how this could be a true

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24:41

Kyler Murray to the Vikings… But the Bears Are Still...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/16

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Free Agency ReactionHosted by Pat The Designer & Jack McGrath Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group After the first week of NFL Free Agency, Pat and Jack ask the big question: have the Chicago Bears actually gotten any better? The guys break down the current roster and debate whether Ryan Poles has done enough to improve the team so far this offseason. They also rank the NFC North after Week 1 of Free Agency,

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24:04

Maxx Crosby-Gate | Do the Ravens Have Questions to...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/11

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Controversy & Offseason PlanHosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Pat and Jurko open the show with a strong take — the NFL needs to investigate and punish the Baltimore Ravens. The guys explain why, what it means for league integrity, and how it could impact teams across the NFL. Then the focus shifts back to Chicago: is there still a realistic scenario where the Bears pursue

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41:46

Trey Hendrickson Pricing Himself Out of the Bears? |...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/10

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Free Agency Update Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group NFL Free Agency rolls on, and GM Ryan Poles still has work to do. Pat and Courtney break down the latest Chicago Bears moves and what they signal about the direction of the roster. The crew reacts to the Kalif Raymond signing and what it means for the wide receiver room and special teams. They also discuss the latest developments surrounding Trey

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39:17

Chicago Bears Day 1 Free Agency Signings — Full...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/09

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Free Agency Breakdown Hosted by Pat The Designer & former Chicago Bear Jason McKie Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana The NFL Free Agency tampering period is underway, and the Chicago Bears wasted no time making moves. Pat and J Mack break down all of the early signings and what they mean for Ryan Poles’ offseason blueprint. The Bears added Safety Coby Bryant, a versatile defender that Dennis Allen should love in his system, and signed

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29:44

Breaking: Bears Trade DJ Moore to the Bills —...

The Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/03/05

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | BREAKING NEWSHosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group Breaking News: The Chicago Bears are trading WR DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills. Pat and Bears Insider Courtney Cronin react live and break down everything you need to know about the blockbuster deal. Courtney details the full compensation package, explains the salary cap implications, and analyzes what this move signals about GM Ryan Poles’ offseason

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