CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast
Daily credentialed Bears coverage anchored by veteran writer Adam Hoge with two ex-Bears (Briggs, Wootton) on the panel.
Episodes
CONFERENCE PREVIEW: Are The Chicago Bears a FAVORITE To Win The NFC? | CHGO Bears
The Chicago Bears are following one of their most exciting years in team history following 7 dramatic come-from-behind wins and a historic comeback vs the Packers in the playoffs. Now, as we are less than one week away from the start of Training Camp, have the Bears positioned themselves as a favorite to win the NFC? Joining the show from Fox 32, is Devan Kaney to bring a fresh perspective being n
4d ago·1h 8mRIVALRY TALK: What are Reasonable Expectations for Bears vs Packers in 2026? | CHGO Bears
On today's CHGO Bears Podcast we dive back into the Chicago Bears - Green Bay Packers rivalry with Mike Heller, host of ‘I Love Mondays’ in Wisconsin. Is splitting the season series with the rival good enough? Or is it sweep the Packers or bust? Later, we look at ESPN’s playoff probabilities in the NFC North. Have we reached a new level of disrespect? Join Adam Hoge and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO
5d ago·59mSTADIUM NEWS: Bears Fire Some Illinois Lobbyists but Does it Change Anything?
Adam Hoge brings the latest on the Chicago Bears next stadium, where the tema has made a move...to fire some of their Illinois lobbyists. What does it mean for Arlington Heights, and does it really make a difference with what will ultimately happen? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
5d ago·12mA LOOK BACK: What We Can Learn from Last Year’s Chicago Bears Training Camp | CHGO Bears
Adam Hoge is back from vacation! Chicago Bears players and fans alike learned a lot from last year’s Training Camp under Ben Johnson. What can we expect from Year 2 under his regime? Later, we get an update on jobs that were removed by the Bears in their Illinois stadium search. Aaron Rodgers reconciled with his family. We discuss the major steps to reach that point between the two parties. Join A
6d ago·1h 6mKEY ROLES: Cairo Santos Headlines Top Role Players For Chicago Bears In 2026 | CHGO Bears After Dark
Cairo Santos has statistically been one of the most accurate kickers in Chicago Bears history. Is he the TOP role player on the Chicago Bears? We'll go over a short list of some of who could be the key contributors for the 2026 Chicago Bears from roles that aren't talked about as much. Join Greg Braggs Jr, Shayne Marsaw and Phil Ottochian for all that and more on CHGO Bears After Dark! An ALLCITY
7/21/2026·59mONE WEEK AWAY: Top Chicago Bears Training Camp Storylines Heading Into 2026 | CHGO Bears Podcast
The Chicago Bears and Ben Johnson are just one week away from Training Camp at Halas Hall. Caleb Williams is entering Year 3 of his career but Year 2 in the system. Can Caleb make a BIG TIME jump in 2026? On the defensive side of the ball there have been many changes to the secondary but can they duplicate the same turnover production as the 2025 unit? All that and more with Greg Braggs Jr and Ada
7/20/2026·1h 4mPROGRESS REPORT: Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Gives Update on Stadium | CHGO Bears
It’s CHGO’s Big Day of Giving with our friends at Big Brothers Big Sisters, and we have a special show planned today. We begin by catching up with Thomas Mayor Thomas McDermott on the state of the Bears stadium. Have they narrowed the exact location of a potential stadium? Later we’re joined by Lance Briggs who gives his thoughts on the Bears offseason as they rapidly approach Training Camp. Hoste
7/16/2026·1h 21mFormer Chicago Bears Talk Offensive And Defensive Line Play | CHGO Bears Podcast
We’re under 2 weeks until Training Camp and we’re diving DEEP into the trenches! Joining the show are 2 former Chicago Bears who played on both the offensive and defensive lines to share some insights! First up is, OLineman Big Steve Edwards to talk Left Tackle and Center along with the rest of the offensive line and last but not least, our guy, Corey Wootton returns to the program to take a look
7/15/2026·1h 11mHOT TAKE TUESDAY: Tyrique Stevenson Can Become the Bears CB1 in 2026 | CHGO Bears
It’s Hot Take Tuesday on Spirit Week! Today, could Chicago Bears CB Tyrique Stevenson elevate to CB1 on the depth chart this season with Kyler Gordon already nursing an injury and Jaylon Johnson having his own health struggles in recent seasons? Plus, is the Bears starting Left Tackle this season not currently on the roster? Later, we reveal our Diehards biggest hot takes. Join Mark Carman and Gre
7/14/2026·1h 5mChicago Bears, Caleb Williams Go From HUNTERS To The HUNTED In NFC NORTH | CHGO Bears After Dark
The Chicago Bears in Year 1 of the Ben Johnson Era already secured their first division championship since 2018. But the NFC North was also the most competitive division for the 2nd year in a row with every team finishing with a winning record for only the 2nd time in NFL History. We'll take a look around the NFC North as we are just 2 weeks away from the start of Bears Training Camp! All that and
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