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  • Caleb Williams vs Jayden, Maye & Nix — Biggest Star or BUST?

    Caleb Williams vs Jayden, Maye & Nix — Biggest Star or BUST?
    2025/06/27
    In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Jason McKie examine Caleb Williams’ future as the Bears' franchise quarterback, using data-driven insight and PFF's recent evaluations to break down what's ahead for Chicago's signal-caller. They start by reviewing Pro Football Focus’ rankings for second‑year QBs, noting how Caleb compares to peers based on productivity and projected trajectory. They then take aim at PFF's assertion that Caleb’s floor is “bust” and the ceiling is capped at Jordan Love, calling the projection overly pessimistic given his talent and supporting cast Next, Jason and Pat explore what defines a young QB bust, highlighting the importance of decision-making, consistency, and mental toughness—a framework for evaluating Caleb’s development . They finish by identifying the one key trait Williams absolutely must display in 2025—quicker reads in the pocket—and how his offseason work with Ben Johnson has focused squarely on that skill 00:00 – PFF's Second-Year QB Rankings 00:13:30 – Debunking Caleb’s “Floor” & “Ceiling” 00:20:00 – What Defines a Young QB Bust? 00:25:00 – The One Trait Caleb Must Show This Year #ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #PFF #QBDevelopment #NFL2025 #BenJohnson #PocketPope #BearsPodcast
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    37 分
  • Waddle: Bears Fans Finally Got Everything — Time to Be Confident

    Waddle: Bears Fans Finally Got Everything — Time to Be Confident
    2025/06/26
    In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer is joined by ESPN Chicago legend Tom Waddle to break down the latest energy shift at Halas Hall under new head coach Ben Johnson. They open with Waddle discussing how quickly Johnson has earned full buy-in from the locker room, noting a level of discipline and intensity. From there, they explore Johnson's no-nonsense approach to practice, with exacting attention to detail that’s changing the team's day-to-day culture . Next, Waddle breaks down the wide receiver room—analyzing how veterans will work alongside rising talents such as Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III to create a balanced, productive unit Finally, they put the spotlight on Caleb Williams: Waddle outlines the key benchmark stats 00:00:00 – Ben Johnson’s Instant Buy-In: Waddle on the changing locker room vibe 00:09:00 – No-Nonsense Culture: Why attention to detail matters daily at Halas Hall 00:16:00 – WR Room Breakdown: Who’s playing where and why depth matters 00:22:00 – Caleb’s Critical Numbers: What QB stats will define his season Tags: #ChicagoBears #TomWaddle #BenJohnson #CalebWilliams #BearsWR #NFL2025 #HalasHall #BearsCulture
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    29 分
  • Caleb Williams & Ben Johnson Ready for NFC North Smoke | w/ Cassie Carlson

    Caleb Williams & Ben Johnson Ready for NFC North Smoke | w/ Cassie Carlson
    2025/06/24
    In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer is joined by Fox 32 sports anchor Cassie Carlson to break down all the buzz coming out of Bears mini-camp and training camp previews. They start with Caleb Williams unleashing a spicy remark about Packers fans—“They suck”—after his Lambeau Leap experience, adding fuel to the NFC North rivalry . From there, the conversation pivots to the contagious confidence Coach Ben Johnson is instilling in the squad, and how that energy is lifting the locker room . At the heart of the episode: “Caleb + Ben”, a quarterback-coach duo poised to end Chicago's carousel of QBs and play-callers—Cassie and Pat measure just how high they'd rank across the NFC North. They round it out by highlighting the top position battles to watch during Bears camp—from left tackle and WR roles to secondary matchups. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Caleb Williams fires back: “Packers fans suck” 00:08:00 – Ben Johnson’s confidence boost lifting the team 00:13:00 – Why Caleb + Ben could end QB/play-caller carousel 00:21:00 – Ranking the QB-coach duos in the NFC North 00:30:00 – Top position battles to watch at Bears camp 🔔 Don’t miss this in-depth breakdown—subscribe and drop your thoughts: Are Caleb and Ben the most promising duo in the division? Which camp battles will define Chicago’s season? #ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #CassieCarlson #BearsCamp #NFCRivalry #PackersFansSuck #BearsPodcast
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    38 分
  • Make-or-Break Year: Can Montez Sweat Lead Bears D-Line Revival?

    Make-or-Break Year: Can Montez Sweat Lead Bears D-Line Revival?
    2025/06/23
    In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and Shea Norling focus on Chicago’s defensive line as they evaluate depth, performance, and what it’ll take to disrupt offenses in 2025 with Dennis Allen at the helm. 00:00 – Haliburton Drama & Player Safety: They open with “Haliburton fallout” – whether recent star exits in NBA finals could set a trend of players sitting postseason games to avoid injury, and how that mindset might spread to the NFL. 00:09 – Defensive Line Strengths & Weaknesses: The hosts pinpoint where the Bears d-line is strongest (interior with additions like Grady Jarrett) and where it struggles—pass-rush depth opposite Montez Sweat remains a vulnerability 00:14 – Dennis Allen’s Impact: They discuss Allen’s track record coaching the Saints, his aggressive front-4 design, and how his system will empower rotational players like Gervon Dexter and Dayo Odeyingbo 00:21 – Montez Sweat’s Make or Break Season: Pat and Shea assess expectations for Sweat 00:27:30 – Realistic D-Line Upgrade: Finally, they suggest one practical move—adding a first-round edge prospect or veteran rotational passer to truly round out the group and create a formidable front-four. Bengals Trey Hendrickson among others discussed. 🔔 Get ready for sharp insight on Chicago’s trenches —subscribe and let us know what d-line addition you'd make! #ChicagoBears #BearsDL #MontezSweat #DennisAllen #NFL2025 #DLineDepth #BearsDefense
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    40 分
  • Chicago Bears LBs Are a Liability — What's The Fix?

    Chicago Bears LBs Are a Liability — What's The Fix?
    2025/06/20
    The Chicago Bears have made big upgrades on both sides of the ball — but there's one glaring issue that can't be ignored: the linebackers. Are the Bears set up to fail in the middle of their defense? In this video, we break down the concerns around the LB unit, what’s missing, and how it could impact the 2025 season. Is a roster move coming? Should Ryan Poles act fast? Let us know in the comments. #ChicagoBears #NFL #DaBears #BearDown #RyanPoles #BearsDefense #BearsCamp #BearsNews
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    24 分
  • Why Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze MUST Crack the NFL Top 100 This Season

    Why Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze MUST Crack the NFL Top 100 This Season
    2025/06/18
    In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer, Jack McGrath, and Tyler Aki dig into the latest NFL unit rankings and player recognitions as offseason heats up. 📊 00:00 – Pete Prisco’s Top 100: Only two Bears—cornerback Jaylon Johnson and guard Joe Thuney—made CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco Top 100 list, sparking debate on who might’ve been snubbed and who could break through next season 📈 00:10:45 – Who Got Snubbed & Who’s Next?: They discuss several overlooked players—like D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze, Montez Sweat, and more—who could earn recognition after a strong 2025 campaign. 🏈 00:17:00 – WR Corps Ranked 9th: Pro Football Focus ranks Chicago's receiving squad as the 9th best in the league, highlighting depth at WR and TEs—featuring D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, and Cole Kmet 🔻 00:34:30 – RB Room Falls to 30th: PFF gives the Bears’ running back group a lowly 30th ranking, raising red flags about backfield depth behind D’Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson 🔔 Join the conversation: Which Bears player deserved more Top 100 attention? And how worried should you be about the RB situation? #ChicagoBears #NFL2025 #PetePrisco #PFF #JaylonJohnson #WRRoom #RBDepth #BearsPodcast
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    44 分
  • Chicago Bears 2025: Make-or-Break Players on Offense & Defense w/ Jurko

    Chicago Bears 2025: Make-or-Break Players on Offense & Defense w/ Jurko
    2025/06/17
    In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and NFL veteran Jurko, brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth, break down the latest developments and key storylines shaping the Bears' roster and offseason narrative. 00:00 – Jurko Weighs in on the Caleb Williams vs. Matt Eberflus Back-and-Forth Jurko analyzes Eberflus's claim that “we’ve always had daily coached film sessions,” effectively calling Williams’s portrayal a lie. He offers perspective from his decade in the league on how this drama could affect team culture and trust. 00:08 – Offensive Make-or-Break Position Group The duo identifies the most crucial offensive position group that could define the Bears’ season—ranging from the offensive line’s cohesion to the playmakers at skill positions. 00:16 – Defensive Make-or-Break Position Group Jurko pinpoints the defensive unit that needs to shine under coordinator Dennis Allen: whether it's edge rushers or linebackers ( 00:21 – Jurko Reflects on the End of an NFL Career Drawing from his own experience, Jurko explains how quickly roles can change in a league—how careers can end overnight and how that reality shapes offseason decisions and roster turnover. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts: Which position group are you watching most closely? Let us know in the comments! #ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #MattEberflus #DennisAllen #BearsPodcast #NFL2025 #Jurko #BearsDefense #BearsOffense
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    29 分
  • Did Matt Eberflus Just Call Bears QB Caleb Williams a LIAR?

    Did Matt Eberflus Just Call Bears QB Caleb Williams a LIAR?
    2025/06/16
    In this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and NFL veteran Jurko—brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana and The Advantage Dealer Group—react to another bombshell in the ongoing Caleb Williams saga. With former head coach Matt Eberflus publicly calling Williams a “liar” over film-room controversy—and Ben Johnson stepping in with a fresh start—the debate is heating up. 00:00 – Ex-Bears HC Matt Eberflus Fires Back Eberflus refutes Williams’ claim that he lacked film-room guidance and insists “every position…had daily coached film sessions.” The bold rebuttal adds fuel to the offseason drama 00:17 – A Healthier QB-Coach Dynamic Under Ben Johnson The hosts discuss how Williams’ relationship with Ben Johnson promises a more supportive, honest environment—one built on trust, accountability, and deeper connection 🎯 Tune in for a nuanced breakdown of leadership, culture, and what these evolving dynamics mean for Caleb Williams and the Bears’ future. 🔔 Drop a comment: Do you trust Ben Johnson’s approach more than Eberflus'? Let us know! #ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #MattEberflus #BenJohnson #BearsPodcast #NFL2025 #BearsCulture
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    23 分