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The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Chicago Sports Network

The Charter Podcast is where you can find everything you need to know about the Chicago Bears. Our team of Ruthie Polinsky & Clay Harbor bring you postgame reaction, interviews, and game previews. We’ll provide you with latest and have some fun along the way. New episodes available every Thursday throughout the season.

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49:08

Bears’ Playoff Run Comes to an End

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/01/20

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor have you covered on the roller-coaster finish between the Bears and Rams, starting with Caleb Williams delivering a clutch strike to Cole Kmet to force overtime. In the extra session, however, a costly miscue swings the outcome and sets up the Rams’ victory.They then zoom out to the bigger picture, including a “Wired In” look at Williams’ performance, Ben Johnson’s bold offensive line shuffle that held up under pressure, and a Bears defense that stood tall against a

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30:51

Bears' Keys to Victory in Divisional Round vs. Rams

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/01/16

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor get you ready for the Divisional Round as the Bears prepare to host the Rams, starting with a look at how Chicago’s winter weather could shape the game plan and impact both teams on Sunday.From there, Ruthie and Clay dig into what Chicago must do to put itself in position to advance, highlighting the critical factors that could swing the game and where the Bears can create an edge. As kickoff nears, the episode closes with final thoughts and predictions, with Ruthie

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45:24

Bears Stun Packers in Wild Card Thriller

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor react to a statement-making Wild Card win as the Bears take down the Packers, adding another dramatic chapter to the rivalry. They walk through how the night unfolded, hand out game balls to the biggest contributors, and begin shifting the focus toward a Divisional Round matchup against the LA Rams.The episode also features a "Wired In" look at Caleb Williams and his seventh comeback of the season, spotlighting the poise and resilience that continue to define his

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37:51

Bears' Keys to Victory in Wild Card Round vs. Packers

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/01/09

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor set the stage for a high-stakes Wild Card showdown as the Bears get ready to face the Packers, breaking down how this rivalry has intensified heading into the postseason. They react to pointed comments from Green Bay’s locker room, while also discussing defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley’s confidence.With the stage set, Ruthie and Clay zero in on the Bears’ keys to victory, breaking down exactly what needs to go right on both sides of the ball for Chicago to keep its

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45:19

Bears Drop Finale, Turn Focus to Packers in Wild Card...

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor recap the Bears’ regular-season finale loss to the Lions, unpacking the biggest moments and evaluating how the performance sets the tone heading into the playoffs. They spotlight Colson Loveland’s impact in the loss, assess the main lessons from the game, and identify encouraging signs to take away despite the disappointing result in Ruthie's "Silver Linings" segment. Later, the focus turns to a Bears-Packers Wild Card preview, breaking down the key storylines in a

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47:22

Bears Fall to 49ers in Thriller, Playoff Picture Shifts

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/12/30

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down the Bears’ back-and-forth loss to the 49ers, starting with a pick-six that set the tone and a scoring frenzy that saw the game tied five different times. They dive into the biggest takeaways from the performance, including defensive struggles, an offense that found its rhythm in San Francisco, and why the Bears ultimately couldn’t complete the comeback. The duo also hands out game balls and highlights the impact of rookies stepping up despite the loss.From

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43:28

Bears Beat Packers, Clinch Playoff Berth

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/12/24

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down the Bears’ overtime thriller against the Packers, highlighting a wild comeback that reshapes the NFC playoff picture. They dive into the biggest takeaways from the win, what it says about the team’s resilience, and hand out game balls after one of the most dramatic performances of the season.The conversation then widens to the full NFC playoff landscape before getting “Wired In” with a deep dive on Caleb Williams’ performance and his growing path toward a

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44:07

Bears are in the driver's seat

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/12/16

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down the Bears’ win over the Browns, focusing on what it means to take care of business with the playoff picture coming into sharper focus. They discuss the key takeaways from the performance, hand out game balls and examine how this win fits into the Bears’ path down the stretch. With the Bears in strong playoff position, they also outline potential clinch scenarios and break down what still needs to fall into place across the NFC North. The conversation then

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47:48

Lots to like in Bears Loss | The Charter

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/12/09

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor dive into the Bears’ 28-21 loss to the Packers. They break down how a resilient second-half surge shows the team’s true identity. They examine what the second-half dominance on both sides of the ball says about the Bears’ playoff push, and what controlling their own destiny really looks like with three of the final four at home.They also take a wide-angle look at the NFC picture — including the Bears playoff odds — before getting “Wired In” with a deep breakdown of

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38:25

Bears-Eagles Black Friday Preview

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/11/27

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down the Bears–Eagles Black Friday clash. They examine how a healthier defense could change C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s role, who’s primed for a breakout performance, and how Ozzy Trapilo fits the Bears’ OL equation going forward.They also discuss what Caleb Williams needs to deliver four clean quarters, how the Bears can force the Eagles into mistakes, and ways Chicago can take advantage of the Philly atmosphere. Plus: defensive injury updates, score predictions,

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36:28

Can the Bears Keep Momentum Rolling vs. the Steelers?

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor preview Bears–Steelers in Week 12 as Chicago looks to improve to 8–3 on the season. They talk through the latest on Aaron Rodgers’ injury, whether we’ll see him or Mason Rudolph, and how much that actually affects the matchup. Clay breaks down what Caleb Williams and the Bears offensive line will need to handle from Pittsburgh’s pass rush, and how injuries at linebacker could factor into the Steelers’ ground game. They revisit the up-and-down special teams performance

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36:16

Bears Look to Avenge Their Week 1 Meltdown Against...

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/11/14

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor are back on The Charter and they look back at what’s changed for the Bears since Week 1. They break down a more consistent run game, Caleb Williams settling in, and how Ben Johnson’s approach has shaped the offense. They also talk through the challenges of facing Brian Flores’ defense, J.J. McCarthy’s development, and how the Bears can handle Minnesota’s playmakers while dealing with their own injuries in the secondary. And finally, the potential expanded roles for

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30:39

How the Bears MUST Control the Giants on Sunday

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/11/07

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor get you ready for Sunday’s matchup. The crew breaks down why this game is crucial for the Bears’ playoff chances, how Ben Johnson’s offense has built confidence in the run game, and why Darnell Wright’s growth has been a key part of that success. Clay explains what makes the Giants’ defensive front dangerous, the plan to handle Brian Burns, and how the Bears’ physical style could set the tone early.

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28:44

Is It a MUST-WIN Game Against the Bengals?

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/10/30

The Bears sign C.J. Gardner-Johnson. Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down what his arrival means for a banged up defense. We dive into why this addition could inject attitude into the locker room, how his connection with Dennis Allen helps him fit fast, and what kind of spark he can bring right away in Cincinnati. Then we turn to the Bengals matchup: Joe Flacco availability, defensive line pressure problems, red zone failures, and why this week feels like a must-win for Caleb Williams and Ben

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31:57

With or Without Lamar: What a Bears Victory Would...

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/10/24

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down the stakes for Chicago heading into Week 8 against the Ravens. They discuss the defense’s breakout performance this season and what Caleb Williams needs to clean up after a shaky outing vs. the Saints. The crew hits on Tremaine Edmunds’ renewed play, Colston Loveland’s growing role, why the run game is finally rolling, and how Ben Johnson’s leadership is setting the tone. Plus: what a win with Lamar would really say about this Bears team.

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33:36

Bears–Saints Preview: Weather impact, Swift Running...

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/10/17

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor set the stage as the Saints are set to visit the Bears. They break down why weather tilts toward Chicago, how D'Andre Swift can drive the run game, and what Jake Moody’s call-up means with Cairo Santos ruled out. Clay outlines the blueprint on how each team can pull out the victory. Plus: Dennis Allen’s inside intel on New Orleans and Rattler vs. Caleb by the numbers.

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28:52

Back to Business: Bears-Commanders Monday Night...

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/10/09

With Chicago fresh off the bye week, Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor dive back into Bears football with renewed energy and plenty to unpack. They discuss the team’s momentum, Ben Johnson’s offensive reset, and how Kyler Gordon and Tyrique Stevenson can spark the defense. Plus, a full Bears-Commanders Monday night preview featuring Caleb Williams vs. Jaden Daniels and the key matchups that will define it.

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37:28

Bears' Search for Identity During Bye Week

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Bears hit the bye after a razor-thin win in Vegas: early defensive takeaways, special-teams heroics, and Caleb’s clutch drive — but big concerns with run D, pass rush, and run-game identity. We sort out the O-line shuffle (Theo at LT), what Ben Johnson wants next, rapid-fire the entire NFL, and look ahead to MNF vs. Washington.

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46:55

From Soldier Field to Sin City: The Bears’ Carryover...

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/09/26

The Bears are fresh off their first win and now it’s on to Vegas. Ruthie and Clay break down what needs to carry over from the Cowboys game, how the offense is finding its rhythm, and why this matchup could be all about protecting the QB, running the ball, and winning on special teams. Plus, how the defense can keep building momentum and why 2–2 at the bye would flip the whole narrative.

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35:48

Bears-Cowboys Preview: Caleb’s Next Step & Ben’s Message

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Ben Johnson called out the Bears’ practice habits—Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor explain why that matters and how it translates vs. the Cowboys. We cover Caleb Williams’ progression, the OL’s path to keeping him clean, where Dallas can be attacked, and whether Chicago can build momentum into the bye. Plus, Matt Eberflus’ zone tendencies, Dak’s command at the line, injury context in the secondary, and the Tom Brady broadcast/owner conversation.

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