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The Bears Link Podcast - Episode 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the Miami Dolphins up next on the docket, Andrew discusses the upcoming match-up, as well as the history of the match-up with WCG's Jack Silverstein! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
ListenT Formation Conversation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week Lester is taking stock of the Bears after a quarter of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenMonster on the Mic - Episode 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to the latest WCG podcast, the Monster on the Mic! Your host, Andrew Link, breaks down the Bears news of the day with his own special flair and fervor. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 54: The Underrated Bears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Windy City Gridiron's E.J. Snyder joins the program. There's been a lot of (deserved) talk surrounding Khalil Mack lately, so we break down the underrated BearsWhy Eddie Goldman is so dominant and ...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 53: A Heated Date in Arizona from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Blake Allen Murphy joins the show to talk Bears-Cardinals. A disastrous start: is Arizona really as bad as they've shown so far?How a plodding offense was made worse by Mike McCoyWhen will we see J...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 52: The Seahawks and The Legion of Doom from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ben Baldwin of The Athletic Seattle joins the show. The potential for an ugly primetime gameEncouraging and discouraging signs for Seattle's defense against the BroncosWhy Earl Thomas is the fabri...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 51: Russell Wilson and the Seahawks 10 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jacson Bevens of Field Gulls joins WCG Radio to talk Bears-Seahawks on Monday Night Football. Von Miller and the Broncos ran roughshod on the Seahawks offense: what happened?Whether Seattle has an...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 50: The Bears and Packers #UnderTheLights from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
From the Packers’ perspective, what happened with the Mack deal?Is GB okay despite not getting Mack? What's the M.O.?What can we expect from how the Packers gameplan for Mack?The Packers' youth a...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 49: Bears 2018 season preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How does the Khalil Mack trade change expectations for the Bears?What amount of pressure is there on Ryan Pace?What to expect from Matt Nagy as a rookie coachMajor offensive questions Major defensi...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 48: The Bears' Return of the Mack from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Windy City Gridiron staff writer Aaron Leming joins the program to break down the Bears' blockbuster deal for Khalil Mack. The Mack trade details are in: initial thoughtsThe Raiders' perspective: ...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 47: Josh Allen and the pillars of a Bills rebuild from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Cover 1 and The Athletic Buffalo's Erik Turner joins the show to preview the 2018 Bills. Entering the second year of the Sean McDermott era: changed expectations and the aftermath of ending a pl...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 46: Jimmy Garoppolo's perfect smile and the 2018 49ers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
SB Nation and Niners Nation's David Fucillo previews the 2018 49ers. Second year of the John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan era: changed expectationsAppreciated aspects of the approach so far San Francis...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 45: Health and offensive line continuity, where art thou? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Windy City Gridiron Editor-in-Chief Lester Wiltfong Jr. hops on to discuss Bears injuries, pass rush woes, and other fun. Adam Shaheen and Leonard Floyd injuries: how can Chicago weather the storm...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 44: Roquan's return, Von Miller's love, and Bears-Broncos from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Aaron Leming joins the program to talk Roquan Smith, Von Miller and Mitch Trubisky, and Khalil Mack. Roquan Smith finally joins the Bears, and the end of the Nick Kwiatkoski hypeReasonable expectat...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 43: Trubisky's progress and a Bears preseason visit to Cincy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
NBC Sports Chicago's JJ Stankevitz joins the show. Trubisky finally mastering Matt Nagy's scheme: what's the difference?Trey Burton being used as a well of knowledgeA comfortable camp defense going...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 42: Roquan Smith's battle and the Urlacher Hall of Fame Game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
NBC Sports Chicago's JJ Stankevitz talks Roquan Smith holdout, helmet rule frenzy, and the impact of Brian Urlacher on the Bears and city of Chicago. Congratulating JJ on his return before SmithSm...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 41: Purple Reign and the Kirk Cousins-led Vikings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Seth Toupal helps break down Bears-Vikings 2018 and the impact of newcomer Kirk Cousins. Kirk Cousins in town. What are reasonable expectations?Vikings new platform for the team, where they stand ...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 40: The Pride of Matt Patricia's Lions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Mansur Shaheen of Bird Breakdowns and The Lions Wire joins the program. Matt Patricia: His approach and concernsMatthew Stafford has been one of the NFL’s best QB’s for years now, but the Lions ha...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 39: The Bears can fly high with the Jets from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
MacGregor Wells of SB Nation's Gang Green Nation joins the show to talk Darnold, Jamal Adams, and a potential battle of young quarterbacks with the Bears. Coming off a last place finish, the Jets ...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 38: The Bears are on to New England from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Pats Pulpit's Brian Phillips joins the show to break down Brady vs. Trubisky, Belichick vs. Nagy, and more. - Drama in Foxborough: is there anything to a Tom Brady-Bill Belichick-Bob Kraft schism?...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 37: "Miami Nice" and the Dolphins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Phinsider's Kevin Nogle hops on the show to preview Bears-Dolphins in October, and break down Miami's off-season. Ryan Tannehill's progress from a knee injuryMusing fondly about Jay Cutler and...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 36: Eating W's and the 2018 Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bucs Nation's Alex Salvarezza joins the show to preview the 2018 Buccaneers and determine how they match up with the Bears. Tampa Bay's defense had minimal pass rush success in 2017, and alarmingly...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 35: The Rosen One and the 2018 Cardinals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Blake Murphy of SB Nation's Revenge of the Birds hops on the latest WCG Radio to break down the 2018 Cardinals. What's went wrong for Arizona since playing in the 2015 NFC Championship Game?How mu...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 34: State of the Legion of Boom and the 2018 Seahawks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Ringer's Danny Kelly breaks down recent developments with the Seahawks and helps preview Week 2's matchup with the Bears. The end of the “Legion of Boom”: the next step after a dominant defensi...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 84- Danny Parkins joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's another jam-packed Bears Banter with special guest Danny Parkins! The Bears are in the midst of a 3-game skid and the offense seemingly gets worse every week. What can be done? Danny Parkins j...
ListenBear With Me: One word after the Titans... Yikes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a game in Tennessee that saw the Bears' offense flop to the tune of 0 points through three quarters... what is there to say? Robert has you covered as he dives into not only the nitty gritty ...
ListenRule of 3: What to do about the Titans? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Following a tight overtime loss to the Saints, the Bears shift their focus towards Tennessee as COVID-19 begins to take it's toll on their roster -- what went well against the Saints that the Bears...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 83- Shae Peppler Joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Shae Peppler joins the latest episode of Bears Banter! Shae brings it with a phenomenal interview that hits on a variety of topics including the struggles of the Bears offense through 8 games, the ...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E20: Missed Opportunities Sink the Bears in OT from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a rare Sunday night recap, Bears Over Beers host Jeff Berckes is joined by Bears Banter host Bill Zimmerman to talk recap and commiserate. They tried their best to cover the following without ov...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E19: Rams Recap and Where Does CHI Go From Here? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A complete butt-kicking like the Bears experienced at the hands of the Rams causes the guys to take a step back, examine what the Bears are and are not, what they might be able to fix this year and...
ListenRule of 3: Reviewing Ryan Pace's role in the Bears-Rams disaster (with Brad Spielberger!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There's no way around it: the Chicago Bears' game against the Los Angeles Rams was a classic "burn the tape" game. So where does that leave a film-based podcast? The guys switch things up and invit...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 82- Kevin Fishbain joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How do you fix this Chicago Bears' offense? Fire Matt Nagy! Of course not. But Nagy certainly shoulders blame, as does the offensive line, running game, quarterback and lack of playmakers at the sk...
ListenBWM: Bears lose embarrassing game to Rams as play-calling questions re-emerge... (with Lester Wiltfong Jr!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After six weeks of hype and fanfare, the Chicago Bears fell to the Los Angeles Rams in a Monday Night Football game that they never seemed to have a chance in. What in the world does this mean for ...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E18: Carolina Reapers, Rams Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Did the Bears stumble into finding their kicker? Is Nick Foles settling into this offense? How do you rank the top players on this stacked Bears defense? Jeff and EJ dive into that and more in reca...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 81- Brad Spielberger joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This episode is as on fire as the Chicago Bears. The Bears are in first place in the NFC North and Bill Zimmerman is fired up. He loves the fact that the team is 5-1 and exhausted with the "Fire Ma...
ListenRule of 3: Walking through the Bears' big Week 6 win! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Last Sunday the Chicago Bears picked up a massive win over the Carolina Panthers that pushed them to a cool 5-1 on the year, but they did so with a shakey offense and a dynamic defense -- is that s...
ListenBWM: Bears beat Panthers, advance to 5-1 (With Johnathan Wood!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In what can only be described as a very.... strange... football game, the Chicago Bears stormed into Charlotte and emerged victorious with a big 23-16 win. How did they do it? What went well for th...
ListenBears Over Beers: How do you hunt Panthers? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
4 and 1. Not too shabby Chicago. It hasn’t always been pretty and the games have certainly raised blood pressure readings across Bears fandom, but none the less the Monster of the Midway have a pre...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 80- Robert Schmitz joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A fresh Bears Banter podcast is hot off the microphone! Windy City Gridiron's own Robert Schmitz joins to discuss the Bears victory over Tampa Bay, help preview the Carolina game, and talk about th...
ListenFROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Look Ahead likes Bears over Panthers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
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ListenRule of 3: Reviewing the Bears big win over the Bucs! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears came away from their Thursday Night slugfest with Tampa Bay victorious, hooray! But what did we learn from the game? Who played well? Who needs to improve? Robert, Danny, and Bran...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E16: The 4-1 Bears knock off the Bucs instant reaction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ take over instant reaction pod duties this week and they drew a fun one. The Bears finally beat Tom Brady on the strength of Khalil Mack's big game and Kyle Fuller's forced fumble. Nick...
ListenRule of 3: Breaking down the tape of the Bears' loss to the Colts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After starting the season 3-0, the Bears dropped their first game of the year to the Indianapolis Colts in a doozy that saw the Bears' offense get flummoxed, flustered, and frazzled by a very good ...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 79- Silvy joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Marc "Silvy" Silverman from ESPN 1000 Chicago joins the podcast to talk about his remarkable victory over cancer, his thoughts on the Bears loss to the Colts, what he thinks of this team moving for...
ListenBears Over Beers S2:E15 Foles Rolls ATL and Rivers is on the Horizon from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The shift has occurred: Trubisky is out and Foles is in. The Bears roll out of ATL with a victory they had little business getting and it's on to the Colts for week 4. Learn more about your ad cho...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 78- Olin Kreutz joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Olin Kreutz jumps on Bears Banter and discusses Matt Nagy's move to Nick Foles, the Bears moving to 3-0, the performance of the defense thus far, a great breakdown of the offensive line's performan...
ListenRule of 3: Taking a closer look at the Bears' big win over the Falcons from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the Chicago Bears took on the Atlanta Falcons, a change at quarterback seemed to spark new life in an otherwise flagging offense -- Nick Foles came in from off the bench to lead an extraordinary...
ListenFROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Monday Football Monday discusses Foles Magic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
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ListenBears Over Beers Special Episode! Allen Robinson Interview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Allen Robinson joins Bears Over Beers to talk about his foundation, Within Reach, and the big annual gala event on October 19. We also dive into some football stuff including the most important ele...
ListenBWME65: Nick Foles plays hero in Bears comeback win over Atlanta (with Brandon Robinson!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a Falcons' field goal followed a nasty Mitchell Trubisky interception, Matt Nagy made the decision to put Nick Foles into the game and the Bears rallied back with a monstrous 30-26 win. I bri...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 77- John Mullin joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears Banter returns with a fully-packed episode! John "Moon" Mullin joins to discuss Gale Sayers. They talk about his quiet, yet personable demeanor, his accomplishments on the football field, wha...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E13: Gale Sayers, the Little Things in the Giants Win, Falcons Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Gale Sayers holds an incredibly special place in Bears history. Jeff and EJ give some thoughts on the passing of an all-timer. The guys then dig into the Bears 17-13 victory over the Giants and cov...
ListenBWME64: Cardiac Bears beat Giants (with Sam Householder!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
For the second week in a row, Sunday's Chicago Bears game came down to the final play, and for the second week in a row that meant good news for the Bears. I bring on Sam Householder to digest yet ...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E12: 2020 Kickoff Weekend from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The 2020 NFL season is finally here and real, live, football is back. Jeff and EJ recap the Bears opening win versus Detroit and look forward to next week's game vs. the Giants. Learn more about yo...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 76- A win is a win? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears took down the Detroit Lions in an epic 4th quarter comeback led by Mitch Trubisky. The Bears start off 1-0, but is the first game more worth celebrating the 4th quarter performanc...
ListenBWME63: Recapping a WILD Bears' Week 1 (with Aaron Leming!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears staged an epic comeback in Week 1's game against the Lions, scoring 21 unanswered points in a fast and furious flurry that leaves them 1-0 in the record books. But who played well...
ListenBears Banter: Ep.75- Aaron Leming previews the Bears season! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears season has arrived and Aaron Leming joins to preview the season. It starts and ends with Trubisky vs Foles. Aaron chimes in on the competition between the two and how he sees the ...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E11: The Big Season Preview with the Boss, Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Every once in awhile, the boss stops by your workplace to see how you're doing. When your boss is Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. and your workplace is drinking craft beers and talking about the Bears, it's...
ListenBWME62: Talkin' about Trubisky (with Jeff Berckes!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a relatively quick QB competition that lasted the first two and a half weeks of camp, the Chicago Bears have named their starting QB and it's none other than Mitchell Trubisky. Was this the r...
ListenTRAILER: The SB Nation NFL Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty ...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E10: Betting Extravaganza with Sam Householder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The NFL season is almost upon us and that can mean only one thing: the Bears Over Bears betting spectacular is here! Jeff and EJ bring on WCG’s own odds expert, Sam Householder, to lay down the lin...
ListenBWME61: Talking through Bears' Training Camp (with Zack Pearson!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How do you gain insight on Bears' training camp when nobody's able to go? You talk to a media member, of course! Robert S. brings on The Bear Report's Zack Pearson to talk through every position gr...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E9: Fantasy Football with Erik Smith of QBL from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff is joined by Erik Smith of QB List to get your ready for your fantasy draft. QB List just put out a free guide covering everything you need to know to get ready for your draft and Erik provide...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E8: Special Interview with Mad Mac Director CJ Wallis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jim McMahon, the Punky QB, will be the focus of a documentary coming out in 2021. Jeff and EJ welcome Director CJ Wallis to the show to talk about the project, what makes McMahon interesting, and e...
ListenBWME60: Breaking down play-calling, Matt Nagy, and the Bears' 2019 disaster (with Bobby Peters!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is Bears' HC Matt Nagy a good play-caller? It's impossibly hard to tell from the TV broadcast, so I brought on the man who literally wrote the book on the 2018 Bears' offense, Bobby Peters, to talk...
ListenBears Over Beers S2:E7: Covid Opt Outs and Trubisky vs. Foles from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The boys are back in the saddle again and talking Bears over beverages. First up is notable Bears opt-out Eddie Goldman and the effect his absence might have on the D. Jeff and EJ follow it up with...
ListenBWME59: Goldman's Opt-Out and the Top 5 Most Important Bears' Players of 2020 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With star nose tackle Eddie Goldman opting out of the 2020 NFL season, what changes for the Chicago Bears defense? Robert investigates in this episode while also revealing his "Top 5 Most Important...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 74- Brad Biggs- Training Camp Preview! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs joins the Bears Banter Podcast as the Bears are getting ready for a unique training camp. Biggs discusses the impact of COVID-19 in training camp and the season, th...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Peering into the Future 2020s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We've made it all the way to the current iteration of the Bears. By learning about the Bears history, the guys try to use those lessons to predict what might come to be in the next decade. Join us ...
ListenBWME58: A statistical look at the Chicago Bears (with Johnathan Wood!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What do the Chicago Bears' 2019 statistics, both offensive and defensive, say about their play last year? And what can they tell us about 2020? Robert brings on DaBearsBlog's statistical guru, John...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - The Cutler Era 2010s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Most people fall into one of two camps - you were either a Jay Cutler defender or a Jay Cutler hater. Those two groups of people waged war against each other throughout Cutler's tenure as a Chicago...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 2000s Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's another big one as Jeff and Matt break down the first decade of the 21st century and all the ups and downs that went along with it. It's so big in fact that we had to break this out into two e...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 2000s Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's another big one as Jeff and Matt break down the first decade of the 21st century and all the ups and downs that went along with it. It's so big in fact that we had to break this out into two e...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Black Hole 90s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Let me level with you here. If you've lasted this long in the series you know that there are some good decades and some bad decades. This is one of those bad ones, but that doesn't mean we can't ha...
ListenBWM57: Current and Future Analysis of the Chicago Bears' Cap Situation (With Brad Spielberger!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears have become known for their limited cap space and draft resources, but how bad *is* their situation compared to other teams? Robert brings on renowned cap analyst Brad Spielberger...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 80s Side B from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This episode is so big we had to break it into 2 parts! Side B (like your favorite cassette from the 80s) covers the remaining 4 key Bears from the decade the always popular categories! All this an...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 80s Side A from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This episode is so big we had to break it into 2 parts! Side A (like your favorite cassette from the 80s) covers the cocktail of the decade, a quick recap of the US history during this time, and a ...
ListenBWME56: Talking about Trubisky's Press Conference from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After months away from speaking to the media, Chicago Bears' QB Mitchell Trubisky met with Chicago's finest reporters over zoom a few days ago and wow'd pundits with his confident and plucky demean...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 73- Sam Acho joins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the latest episode of Bears Banter, former Chicago Bear LB Sam Acho joins the podcast. Sam discusses his reaction to George Floyd's death, the protests that followed and also discusses what syst...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Sweetness 70s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Let's be honest for a minute - the 1970s were not a great time to be a fan of Bears football if you liked winning games. However, that doesn't mean that they weren't entertaining and lacked great p...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - The George Halas Victory Lap of the 1960s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The 60s were one of the most turbulent decades in American history and also in Chicago Bears history. George Halas winds down his coaching career by pulling off one last championship in 1963, helpi...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Nifty 50s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The 50s can be described as good but not great in terms of team success, but there are plenty of All-Time great players and stories from the decade. This is the first decade in Bears history to not...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Fantastic 40s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There's no decade quite like the 1940s - World War II rages across the globe and the Chicago Bears take the NFL by storm with a level of dominance never seen before. Join Jeff and Matt as they intr...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Bronko's 30s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to the 1930s! The Bears are alive and well in this decade with some financial help from an unexpected place. Bronko Nagurski headlines the famous players of the decade but plenty of Hall of...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 72- Ted Ginn Jr. joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A great episode with new Chicago Bears WR Ted Ginn Jr.! Ginn joined the podcast to talk about why he chose Chicago, how he sees himself fitting in on the offense and on special teams with Cordarrel...
ListenHalas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - The Roaring 20s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears history by the decade! This new, limited podcast series tackles the 100 year history of the Chicago Bears by reviewing each decade. Windy City Gridiron veter...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 71- Brett Kollmann and EJ Snyder recap the draft! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a can't miss edition, check out the latest Bears Banter with BOTH Brett Kollmann and EJ Snyder. Brett and EJ give you a great break down of the Bears top 5 draft picks and give you a little bit ...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E6: 2020 Draft Recap! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Slept through the NFL Draft? Never fear - here's a recap of the entire thing including a live reaction to the 7th round picks. So grab a beverage and join EJ and Jeff as they recap all of the new C...
ListenThe Chicago Bears select Arlington Hambright and Lachavious Simmons -- Live Reactions! (With Jacob Infante!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 226th & 227th picks in the NFL draft, the Chicago Bears selected Colorado OG Arlington Hambright and Tennessee State OT Lachavious Simmons. What did WCG's Lead Draft Analyst think of the p...
ListenThe Chicago Bears select Darnell Mooney -- Live Reactions! (With Jacob Infante!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 173rd pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Tulane WR Darnell Mooney. What did WCG's Lead Draft Analyst think of the pick? Robert brings on Jacob Infante to react live and find out...
ListenThe Chicago Bears Select Kindle Vildor -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 163rd pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Georgia Southern DB Kindle Vildor. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out...
ListenThe Chicago Bears Select Trevis Gipson -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 155th pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Tulsa EDGE Trevis Gipson. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out! Learn m...
ListenBWM: The Chicago Bears Select Jaylon Johnson -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 50th pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Utah CB Jaylon Johnson. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out! Learn more...
ListenBWM: The Chicago Bears Select Cole Kmet -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 43rd pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Cole Kmet. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out! Learn more about your a...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 70- EJ Snyder previews the NFL Draft! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Windy City Gridiron's senior draft analyst EJ Snyder joins Bears Banter to preview the NFL Draft! EJ breaks down if the Bears could consider a QB in round 2 and if they do- who should it be? They d...
ListenBears Banter: Ep.69- Erik Duerrwaechter of WCG joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the nicest episode of Bears Banter yet, Erik Duerrwaechter from Windy City Gridiron joins! Zimmerman and ED have a great conversation about Foles vs Trubisky, the Nick Foles contract, how Robert...
ListenBWM55: Let's Talk About Ryan Pace (with Khari Thompson, Brad Spielberger, and Dan DeYoung!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ryan Pace took over as the General Manager of the Chicago Bears in 2015, but has he done a good job? Khari, Dan, Brad and I attempt to answer exactly that in Part 2 of our earlier discussion on thi...
ListenBWME54: Free Agency Then... Free Agency Now from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As is the case every year, more and more contract-related info has surfaced about the Chicago Bears' Free Agency moves as time has gone on. But is any of the new info enough to change the signings'...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E5: The Need for Speed (at Wide Receiver) Draft Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ finally break the seal on draft previews and start it off with a fun one - the historically deep and talented WR class. Join the guys as they cover 15 WRs you'll hear at the draft inclu...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 68- Is Nick Foles now QB1? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill ZImmerman is back with another Bears Banter! The Bears have a new captain in one Nick Foles! Is he the starter? Or is he just competition? Plus, what does Robert Quinn mean for the defense? Wh...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Breaking down Bears free agency so far from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears have made a couple splashes during the 2020 free agency period thus far and Lester breaks down what it all means for the Bears moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E4: The Early 2020 Free Agency Roller Coaster of Emotions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ welcome Robert Schmitz to discuss the three major Chicago Bears acquisitions - the trade for QB Nick Foles and the signings of TE Jimmy Graham and Edge defender Robert Quinn. Come join ...
ListenBWME53: Chicago Bears trade for Nick Foles -- Instant Reaction (with Michael Kist!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears just traded their 4th round compensatory pick in the 2020 draft to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for quarterback Nick Foles. What?? I bring on BleedingGreenNation's Michael...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E3: Defensive Free Agency Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ are back to take a swing at some of the realistic options the Bears might target now that free agency is underway for 2020. We bounce the idea of Derek Carr to the Bears around briefly ...
ListenBears Over Beers S2E2: The Red Rifle in Navy and Orange? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With Free Agency right around the corner, Jeff and EJ take a deep look at the offensive side of the ball including an extensive look at the QB position. The prospects of everyone from Teddy Bridgew...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 67- Benjamin Allbright joins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Another Bears Banter has arrived. NFL Insider Benjamin Allbright joins to address some rumors that surfaced in Indianapolis at the NFL Combine, and gives some thoughts on some other potential free ...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Jacob Infante dishes on the Bears and the NFL Draft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Now that the NFL Combine is in the books Windy City Gridiron's lead draft analyst, Jacob Infante, joins host Lester Wiltfong to discuss the options the Chicago Bears will have in the NFL Draft. Lea...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 66- The Bears are NOT committed to Mitch Trubisky! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman just had to jump on a microphone after he saw the media and the fans reaction to Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy's comments at the NFL Combine about Mitch Trubisky. To the fans and media say...
ListenBWME52: Rumors, Free Agency, and an argument for why the Bears should acquire a quarterback from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Outside of a few recent moves, there haven't been a ton of "new Bears things" to talk about over the last few weeks as the NFL Combine (and Free Agency) approaches. Thus, in today's episode, I talk...
ListenBWME51: The Staleys End-Of-Season Awards Show, Part 2 (With Jeff Berckes and EJ Snyder!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the latest episode of Bear With Me, Robert’s end of season conversation with Jeff Berckes and EJ Snyder continues as they bid farewell to the 2019 Chicago Bears’ season by handing out their fina...
ListenBWME50: The Staleys End-Of-Season Award Show (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the season over and done with, Robert returns from a brief hiatus to bid farewell to the 2019 season by hosting his end-of-season awards show, the Staleys, to honor the highest highs and the l...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 65- Second Round Senior Bowl Prospects with EJ Snyder! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
EJ Snyder joins Bill Zimmerman as they break down the Chiefs victory over the 49ers in the Super Bowl and take a look at some compelling prospects the Bears could look at in round 2 this year, plus...
ListenBears Banter Ep. 64: Kyle Long joins from Miami! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears Banter is back and Kyle Long joins the podcast. Kyle talks about his decision to retire, when that decision was made, if he'd ever consider a comeback, growing up in a football family and his...
ListenSUPER BOWL LIV: Jake Fromm from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
NFL prospect Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm stops by to talk about his journey to the 2020 NFL Draft with RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) Powered by SBNation Learn mor...
ListenBears Over Beers: Season 2 Kickoff and 2020 Senior Bowl Round-Up from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
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ListenBears Banter: Ep. 63- Adam Rank Joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is back with another Bears Banter Podcast! Adam Rank joins and they discuss the disappointment of the Chicago Bears season, but why it's not as bad as it's being made out to be. The ...
ListenBWME49: Live(ish) from Mobile, it's a Senior Bowl Update! (With EJ Snyder!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a few weeks off, Robert returns to check in with EJ Snyder, who's on site at the Senior Bowl! In this episode they talk about everything from Chicago Bears draft needs to EJ's overall draft c...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Scouting the Senior Bowl for the Bears with EJ Snyder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Windy City Gridiron's lead draft analyst, EJ Snyder, joins host Lester Wiltfong to discuss the talent that will be on display at the Senior Bowl before EJ makes the trek to Alabama to cover the eve...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 62- Jimbo Covert, Riley Ridley join! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The first offseason podcast of Bears Banter is in the books and it's jammed with two interviews- Jimbo Covert and Riley Ridley! Covert joins us to talk about making the hall of fame and his tremend...
ListenBWME48: Hirings and firings and extensions, oh my! (with ECD!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 2019 season in the books, the Chicago Bears announce multiple moves (hirings, firings, and extensions alike) as they begin preparation for the 2020 season. But just how necessary were thes...
ListenBears Banter Ep. 61- Breakdown of the Pace/Nagy Press Conference from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman has a lot on his mind on the latest Bears Banter Podcast. He breaks down the outrage over the Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy season-ending press conference. Plus, he takes a long look at th...
ListenBears Over Beers 36: Season Finale, Playoff Picks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Our last episode of the season, Jeff and EJ talk Bears-Vikings, settle the pre-season bets from the podcast with Sam Householder, and predict the playoff bracket. Learn more about your ad choices....
ListenBWME47: Bears beat backup Vikings, finish season 8-8 (With Jacob Infante!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears' season ends in thrilling fashion as Mitchell Trubisky leads the two-minute offense down the field (against the Vikings' backups) to win the afternoon's game 21-19 on a last secon...
ListenBears Over Beers 35: Mashed by the Chiefs, Christmas, and a last stand vs. the Vikings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
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ListenBWME46: Bears crushed by Chiefs, lose 23-3 (With Lester Wiltfong Jr!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A week removed from a backbreaking loss to the Green Bay Packers, the Bears come up short against a Kansas City Chiefs team that seemed to have the upper hand in every phase of the game. Robert bri...
ListenBears Over Beers 34: A bitter defeat and what we can salvage from the Chiefs game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Review of the Packers game including the terrible, no-good call on Cordarrelle Patterson that changed the game early, Trubisky's poor play, thoughts on Prince Amukamara, and a defense of Matt Nagy ...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 60- Allen Robinson Joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What a way to finish 2019! In the final episode of the calendar year, Bill Zimmerman has Allen Robinson on to discuss his foundation, the tough loss to the Packers, the Bears season overall, his se...
ListenBWME45: Bears lose to Green Bay Packers, are mathematically eliminated from playoffs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears march into Lambeau field and leave with their season in shambles as offensive inconsistency isn't enough to beat Aaron Rodgers and the cheese-eating army. Robert combs through thr...
ListenBears Over Beers 33: Down with Dallas, and Bring on Green Bay from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
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ListenBears Banter: Ep. 59- Nick Kwiatkoski joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman breaks down the huge win over the Cowboys, discusses if the Bears (and Mitch Trubisky) have turned the corner and takes a look at their playoff chances. Plus, Chicago Bears ILB Nick ...
ListenBWME44: Bears blast the 'Boys 31-24 to keep playoff hopes alive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Mitchell Trubisky and the Chicago Bears put on an outstanding show on a cold Thursday night in Chicago as they beat the Dallas Cowboys 31-24 in a game that was never as close as the scoreline sugge...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 58- Kevin Fishbain joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the latest episode of Bears Banter, Bill Zimmerman is joined by The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain. They have a great conversation about Mitch Trubisky's performance, the Bears playoff hopes, the per...
ListenBears Over Beers 32: Mitchell Trubisky owns the Lions and a glimmer of hope remains from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ enjoy a Bears victory over the holiday and share some special beers. The guys chat about Mitchell Trubisky's favorite punching bag, the big game out of Anthony Miller, and keys to beati...
ListenBWME43: Chicago Bears feast on Detroit Lions in 24-20 win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Mitchell Trubisky and Anthony miller left Bears fans with plenty to be thankful for as they marched into Ford field and got the season's 6th win. But did they play as well as it seems? Just how sig...
ListenBears Over Beers 31: Thanksgiving Extravaganza from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ recap the win over the Giants, preview the second game against the Lions, and then construct their all-time Thanksgiving dinner plates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 57: Patrick Meagher joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the latest Bears Banter Podcast, SiriusXM's Mad Dog Sports Radio's Patrick Meagher joins the program to discuss the Chicago Bears disappointing season. He gives his analysis of Mitch Trubisky, t...
ListenBWME42: Bears beat Giants in 14-19 win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Chicago Bears come out on top against the New York Football giants in a game that felt like quite the mixed bag -- with that in mind, Robert brings on WCG's own EJ Snyder to help him break down...
ListenBears Over Beers 30: A bummer in LA, winnable game against NY from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Rams pulled the plug on the Bears playoff hopes and the guys work through the Mitchell Trubisky hip injury and the future of Matt Nagy (spoiler, it gets slightly heated). The guys then preview ...
ListenBWME41: Bears lose tough game in Los Angeles, drop to 4-6 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Following an extraordinarily defeating game against the LA Rams, Robert brings on Jeff Berckes to talk through a game that saw Mitchell Trubisky get injured, the record fall to 4-6, and a host of o...
ListenBears Over Beers 29: Lions tamed, onto LA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ celebrate the Bears victory over the Lions with a couple of excellent beers. They discuss some of the big things that popped off the screen during the 20-13 win. After a break, the guys...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 56- Danny Parkins Joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Danny Parkins and they bring the fire. Ryan Pace didn't even bother to take a look at Deshaun Watson before drafting Mitchell Trubisky? Why!? Plus, they examine what the...
ListenBWME40: Bears move to 4-5 after big win over rival Lions (with Brad Spielberger!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a big 13-20 Chicago Bears win over a Jeff Driskel-led Lions squad, Robert brings on Over the Cap's Brad Speilberger to talk through a game that put the Bears's season back on track. Check it ...
ListenBears Over Beers 28: Eagles Review and Lions Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff makes his return from a 2-week absence so he and EJ can talk about how Chicago's season has crumbled and what's left to look forward to in 2019. They hit on the good from the Philadelphia game...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 55- Patrick Mannelly Joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears Banter is back for another packed episode! Bill Zimmerman is at a boiling point with this offense and the struggles of Mitch Trubisky. Trubisky's slump is so bad he's missing high school read...
ListenBWME39: Bears fall to 3-5 after rough game in Philly (With Lester Wiltfong Jr!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After an abysmal offensive first half that saw the team rack up only 9 yards, the Bears came up short against the Philadelphia Eagles in a 22-14 game that didn't feel near as close as the score wou...
ListenBears Over Beers 27: Chargers Recap and Eagles Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Host EJ Snyder and guest Bill Zimmerman recap the Bears loss to the Chargers, talk over Chicago's prospects moving forward with Mitch Trubisky this season, options for 2020, and then preview this w...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 54- Robert Schmitz joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Robert Schmitz. There's a lot to talk about as the season looks prematurely finished at 3-4. Is Matt Nagy's offense as bad as advertised? Bill and Robert don't think so....
ListenBWME38: Bears vs Chargers Postgame Reaction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Following a truly brutal loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, Robert recaps the game by citing a few positives and negatives from the contest before speculating about what the Bears may do going forwa...
ListenBears Over Beers 26: Chargers Preview and Real Trubisky Talk from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
EJ and Lester mull through the wreckage of the Saints game, talk about Mitch Trubisky in plain language, and look forward to what the Bears have to do to deal with the incoming LA Chargers. Learn m...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 53- Adam Jahns joins after the Saints debacle! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears Banter is back and the Chicago Bears are a mess. Bill Zimmerman breaks down the Saints mess and what's going wrong and he's ready to point the finger (mostly) at Mitch Trubisky. Adam Jahns jo...
ListenBWME37: The Saints Came Marching In... (With ECD!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a crushing Chicago Bears' loss to the battered New Orleans Saints, Robert brings on WCG's own ECD to try and find answers to the many questions this game raised. Learn more about your ad choi...
ListenBears Over Beers 24: Bears Got Boiled in London from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chicago took one of the top defenses in the NFL on the road to London. By the looks of their play during the first half versus Oakland, the Bears defensive skills must have gotten locked in the boo...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 51- Is it time for Kyle Long to be shut down? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is back with another Bears Banter and is joined by executive editor of Windy City Gridiron, Lester Wiltfong. They discuss the tough Raider loss, the dirty play of the Oakland offensi...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Bears vs Raiders post game show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Lester talks about the tough 24-21 Chicago Bears loss to the Oakland Raiders to try and figure out what went wrong and where the Bears can go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 50- Frank Caliendo, Jason Fitz join! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a packed Bears Banter, Bill Zimmerman gives his thoughts on the stellar Chicago Bears' defense and the struggling offense, he's joined by ESPN's Jason Fitz who is a huge Raiders fan to break dow...
ListenBears Over Beers 23: Vanquished Vikings and Raiders Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ take a look back at the impressive Bears victories against the Minnesota Vikings, including some extensive praise for Bears backup contributors. Oh, and a lot of Khalil Mack love. The g...
ListenBWME36: Reacting to the Bears-Vikings win with EJ Snyder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a big 6-16 Chicago Bears' win over the Minnesota Vikings, Robert grabs EJ Snyder to discuss anything and everything about this game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
ListenBears Over Beers 22: Vikings Preview with Ted Glover of Daily Norseman! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ are joined by Ted Glover of The Daily Norseman to talk about the upcoming Bears - Vikings clash. Ted is our first frenemy on the show and he brought a beer to share with the group along...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 49- Olin Kreutz joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the latest episode of Bears Banter, Bill Zimmerman breaks down ESPN's Ryan Clark's horrendous comparison for Mitch Trubisky, goes off on Bears fans that continue to trash Ryan Pace. More importa...
ListenBWME35: Rapid Reactions from Bears @ Washington from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a big 31-15 win under the Monday Night Football lights, Robert recaps the highs and lows of a game that involved defensive domination and offensive progress. Learn more about your ad choices....
ListenT Formation Conversation: Talking Trubisky, preseason reps and the o-line from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Lester talks about Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, or more specifically, who is the real Trubisky? The guy we saw last year get better each week or the guy struggling to do anything in...
ListenBears Over Beers: Denver Reaction and Washington Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ review the first win of the 2019 campaign in Denver and look ahead to the Monday Night contest with Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 48- Jim Miller joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the latest episode of Bears Banter, Bill Zimmerman gives his positives and negatives from the thrilling win in Denver, plus, extends the conversation about Mitch Trubisky and if it's time to pan...
ListenBWME34: The Bears Survive in Denver from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Bears escape Denver with a thrilling 16-14 win off of a late 53-yard Eddie Pinero field goal set up by a last-second Trubisky completion to Robinson. Robert S. processes the big win by looking ...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 47- Aaron Leming joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Aaron Leming. The two discuss Mitch Trubisky's woeful performance, as well as the struggles of Matt Nagy and the offensive line. Plus, they look ahead to what needs to i...
ListenBears Banter Archive: Ep. 46- Peter Bukowski joins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
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ListenBears Banter Archive: Ep. 45- Tom Waddle joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Tom Waddle to discuss the Chicago Bears upcoming 2019 season and what to expect from Mitch Trubisky this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
ListenBears Banter Archive: Ep. 44- Eddie Jackson joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Eddie Jackson who discussed his frustrations not being able to play against the Philadelphia Eagles, putting 2018 behind him and looking ahead to 2019. Learn more about ...
ListenBears Banter Archive: Ep. 43- Mitch Trubisky joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Mitch Trubisky and they put the 2018 season behind and look ahead to 2019. Plus, just how good was Trubisky in youth and high school football? Only one way to find out! ...
ListenBears Banter Archive: Ep. 42- Dick Butkus joins! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Dick Butkus. They discuss Dick's legendary career, the Bears 100th season, his thoughts on this current Chicago Bears' defense, and even his adventures in film. Learn mo...
ListenBears Banter Archive: Ep. 38- Trubisky, Hicks, ARob, Burton! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bill Zimmerman is joined by Mitch Trubisky, Akiem Hicks, Allen Robinson and Trey Burton from Atlanta as they reflect on the season and look ahead to 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
ListenBears Banter Archive: Ep. 27- Tarik Cohen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this archived episode from 2018, Tarik Cohen joined (after the Bears win against Tampa) and talked about his childhood, growing up with football, his recruiting process and when he felt the NFL ...
ListenBears Over Beers 20: Packers Reaction & Broncos Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Yeah, so that happened... Jeff and EJ discuss what went wrong in the Bears - Packers opener including Matt Nagy, Mitchell Trubisky, and a lack of run game. The guys then shift over to Week 2 oppone...
ListenBWME33: Week 1 Instant Reaction (With Bill Zimmerman!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a crushing loss to the Packers, Robert S. brings on Bill Zimmerman to make a surprising announcement and help him pick up the pieces surrounding this Bears-Packers game. Learn more about your...
ListenBears Over Beers 19: Packers Week from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Real football! The guys are excited to share a special beer with the group to kick off the 2019 game previews. Oh, and it's Packers Week! Buckle up for the first game preview as Jeff and EJ talk se...
ListenBWME32: 53-Man Roster and Packers Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robert talks about the various players included in the Chicago Bears' finalized 53 man roster (and 10 man practice squad) before previewing their huge primetime matchup against the Green Bay Packer...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Part 2 - Talking the WCG Bears Top 100 Player list from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
PART 2 - With the Chicago Bears about to kick off their 100th season, Windy City Gridiron compiled a list of the top 100 players in Bears' history, and this is the podcast that breaks it all down. ...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Part 1 - Talking the WCG Bears Top 100 Player list from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the Chicago Bears about to kick off their 100th season, Windy City Gridiron compiled a list of the top 100 players in Bears' history, and this is the podcast that breaks it all down. Lester is...
ListenBears Over Beers 18: NFL Betting Lines with Sam Householder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ are joined by Windy City Gridiron's Sam Householder to review the gambling lines of the Chicago Bears for 2019. Then, the guys do a "fantasy draft" of their favorite season long bets ac...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Predicting the 53-Man Roster and 10-Man Practice Squad from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With three preseason games in the books, Lester predicts what the Chicago Bears' 53-Man Roster will look like to open the 2019 season. He also makes his picks for the Bears' 10-Man Practice Squad a...
ListenBWME31: 53-Man Roster Prediction (So Far) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With two preseason games down and two left to go, the positional battles for Chicago Bears' roster spots are beginning to heat up. But who seems to be on track to make the roster? Who needs to show...
ListenBears Over Beers 2019 Season Preview Episode, with Lester Wiltfong Jr.! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the 2019 season rapidly approaching Jeff and EJ sit down with the grand poobah of Windy City Gridiron, Editor in Chief Lester Wiltfong Jr., to talk over Chicago's outlook in 2019. The gang cov...
ListenBears Over Beers: The Trubisky Experience from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ explore the entire arc of Mitchell Trubisky as a Chicago Bear. They rewind the clock to Ryan Pace's earliest days and discuss the circumstances that lead the Bears to search for a new f...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Bears camp recap, Trubisky looking good and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Join Windy City Gridiron Editor in Chief, Lester A. Wiltfong Jr., as he talks with WCG's Jacob Infante about the good week of training camp practice from Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky, how the receiv...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Bears' Camp Recap with Jacob Infante from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Join Windy City Gridiron Editor in Chief, Lester A. Wiltfong Jr., as he talks with WCG's own Jacob Infante, who also covers the NFL Draft for The Draft Wire, as they talk all about the Chicago Bea...
ListenBWM Special: Wrapping up Day 3 of Training Camp from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a weekend trip to Bourbonnais, EJ Snyder joins Robert to wrap up all the storylines that they've seen so far at Bears Training Camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
ListenT Formation Conversation: The Bourbonnais Training Camp Podcast Special from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Lester is joined by his WCG Podcast brothers, Robert Schmitz, Jeff Berckes and EJ Snyder, live from Chicago Bears training camp to discuss their thoughts from an exciting day at Olivet Nazarene Uni...
ListenBears Over Beers - 2019 Training Camp Day 1 Reaction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The offseason is over. Football is back. Let that sink in for just a moment. After you are done reveling in that fact, take a listen to the WCG Crew’s reaction to seeing day 1 of the Bears 2019 Tra...
ListenBWME30: 8 Things to focus on throughout Training Camp from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
2019 Chicago Bears' Training camp is almost here, and that brings with it all kinds of talk and chatter from coaches and GMs. Whether it's players being in "the best shape of their lives" or "havin...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Talking Bears, Media, and Chicago Sports with author/journalist Paul M. Banks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, Lester interviews long time Chicago/National media member Paul M. Banks about his new book, No, I Can't Get You Free Tickets. They talk about the state of sports media today, the l...
ListenBears Over Beers 14: Stats & Records with Johnathan Wood from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ are joined by Johnathan Wood of Da Bears Blog to talk about important statistics they're tracking and what records might be broken in 2019. The discussion ranges from Mitchell Trubisky ...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 13: Interview with Jack Soble and Jacob Infante from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ kick off their interview series with a couple of young guns - Jack Soble of The Loop Sports and Windy City Gridiron's own Jacob Infante - to discuss the draft, expectations for 2019, an...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 12: Linemen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's a double feature on the big men. Jeff and EJ work their way through both the offensive and defensive lines as they near the finish of their positional reviews. The episode is so packed with in...
ListenBWME29: Post-Draft Bears Win-Loss Predictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robert takes a look at the Bears' 2019 schedule to predict their upcoming season's wins and losses. How did the draft affect each future game? Find out in this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more a...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 11: Cornerbacks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ continue their tour through the roster, focusing this episode on corners. First, Jeff and EJ square off in a two man draft of all-time Bears secondary players to build the ultimate back...
ListenBWME28: OTAs, Bears100, and Matt Nagy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robert dives into the latest reports surrounding the Bears' OTAs, covers notable quotes from Bears100, and discusses the influence of head coaching in the NFL and what Matt Nagy brings to the offen...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 10: Pass Catchers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ talk through expectations for wide receivers and tight ends for the 2019 season and EJ educates Jeff on the movie Deadpool. Jeff drinks a beer from a Chicago brewery and EJ makes a beer...
ListenBWME27: Bears' Top 100, OTAs, and More Mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As we continue to navigate the dullest part of the NFL offseason, Robert addresses the Pierson/Pompei "Top 100 Bears" list before diving into a deep mailbag to answer questions about everything fro...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 9: 2019 Draft & UDFA Recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ are back in the saddle discussing all the talent Chicago added through the 2019 Draft and UDFA process Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBWME26: Breaking Down the Big Uglies (With Lester Wiltfong Jr!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As we continue to trek through the quietest part of the NFL offseason, Robert brings on Lester Wiltfong Jr. to break down the Bears' offensive line. From surprising positional insights to his perso...
ListenBWME25: Trubisky Talk, the Pinero Trade, and the Mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Now a week into the quietest part of the NFL offseason, Robert dives into a deep study on Trubisky's situational play to learn what the young QB is doing well and assess how he could improve in the...
ListenBear With Me E24: Where Are We Now? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Now that the draft has come and gone, the Chicago Bears' 2019 Roster is all but set -- but how does it look? Which positions are our strongest? Which are our weakest? Robert goes position by positi...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 8: 2019 Draft Quick Reaction Special from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ bring you their still-warm takes on the all happenings in the 2019 NFL Draft. These are so fresh they were recorded during the 7th round! You can even hear EJ's live reaction as the Bea...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Breaking down Chicago Bears 3rd-round draft pick, David Montgomery from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, Lester has Windy City Gridiron draft analyst Jacob Infante on to talk about the Chicago Bears' newest player, third-round draft pick, David Montgomery. Learn more about your ad ch...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 7: Draft Prediction Special from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's finally here! The NFL Draft starts Thursday night and while the Bears won't pick until day 2, there is still plenty to talk about. Jeff and EJ make some final predictions about what the Bears ...
ListenT Formation Conversation: Talking 2019 Chicago Bears and the NFL Draft with Jacob Infante from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this episode Lester is joined by NFL Draft analyst, Jacob Infante, who covers the NFL Draft and the Chicago Bears for Windy City Gridiron, The Blitz Network, and USA Today's Draft Wire, and they...
ListenSPECIAL: 2019 SB Nation NFL Mock Draft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
SB Nation pulled all of its top NFL bloggers together to help create a mock draft and predict what might happen at the 2019 NFL Draft. Listen to hear where college football’s top stars could end up...
ListenBear With Me E23: Pre-Draft Roundup (With EJ Snyder!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robert brings on EJ Snyder (WCG's Lead Draft Analyst) to talk about everything you need to know about this weekend's draft! What do the Bears need from the draft? Who will likely be available when ...
ListenBear With Me E22: Lies, Damn Lies, and Statistics (With Johnathan Wood!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the offseason in full swing, Robert brings in Da Bears Blog's resident statistician Johnathan Wood to talk about numerical trends of the 2018 Chicago Bears. Robert and Johnathan leave no stone...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 6: Running Backs (Part 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ go deep down the running back rabbit hole; covering their favorite Bears RB's of the past and 10 more possible draft targets for CHI this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 5: Running Backs (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
All signs point to the Bears drafting a running back in the upcoming NFL Draft. Jeff and EJ break down the Jordan Howard trade and dig into collegiate prospects including the guy EJ thinks the Bear...
ListenBear With Me E21: The Ten Year Cutler-versary (With Jack M Silverstein!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On April 3rd, 2009, Jay Cutler was traded to the Chicago Bears for Kyle Orton and multiple 1st round picks. A decade later, Cutler's legacy in Chicago is written in stone. But what is that legacy? ...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 4: EDGE Defenders from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ heap lavish praise on Khalil Mack, touch on other Bear EDGE defenders and do a deep dive into the pass rushers available in the middle rounds of this year's NFL Draft. Learn more about ...
ListenBear With Me E20: Scouting the Bears' New Free Agents from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the first week of Free Agency behind us, Robert begins the show by quickly recapping most of the Bears' happenings thus far. He details his scouting report on the Bears' new free agents Mike D...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 3: Free Agency Recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ recap the big moves in free agency for the Bears including the crazy safety swap of HaHa Clinton-Dix and Adrian Amos. They also take a look at the moves of the New York Giants, San Fran...
ListenBear With Me E19: Free Agent Frenzy, Bears Mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robert recaps the first day of the NFL's new "legal tampering" period by discussing both the new players signed by the Bears and the now-former Bears leaving the team. He talks about a potential "b...
ListenBear With Me E18: Impressive Impressions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the NFL Combine underway, draft season is officially upon us. That said, it's hard to do any draft work without knowing what happens in Free Agency first -- with that in mind, Robert puts off ...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 2: Safety from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ crack open a couple refreshments and discuss Eddie Jackson (5:00), play a game with the free agent safeties (12:00), and dive deep into draft targets like Darnell Savage (31:00). Learn...
ListenBear With Me Episode 17: The Bearscars (With Jeff Berckes!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robert brings on Bears over Beers host Jeff Berckes to host the 1st annual Bearscars! In this end-of-year award show, Robert and Jeff comb through all the highs and lows of the 2018 Chicago Bears' ...
ListenBear With Me Episode 16: Free Agency, Antonio Brown, and The Bears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the NFL about to turn the page on the 2018-2019 season, I cover the Bears current team needs and how they might address them through Free Agency. OLBs, RBs, SS, I try to cover a fairly wide sp...
ListenBears Over Beers Episode 1: Inside Linebackers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jeff and EJ crack a couple cold ones and dive deep into the Bears inside linebackers including current player analysis, potential free agent targets, and viable options in the draft. Learn more ab...
ListenBear With Me Episode 15: Bears' "Window" Length, Callahan vs Amos, and Officiating from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, I discuss the length of the Bears' championship window and what will influence it, whether they should sign Adrian Amos over Bryce Callahan, and discuss the NFL's officiating situa...
ListenT Formation Conversation 9: Bears needs, the NFL draft, and more. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode of T Formation Conversation, Lester is joined by the lead draft analyst for Windy City Gridiron, EJ Snyder, and the two of them discuss, Mitchell Trubisky, the top needs of the Chic...
ListenBear With Me Episode 14: Super Bowl Review, Nagy Wins COTY from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Pats's war machine bags another Super Bowl as the Patriots defeat the Rams in a 13-3 defensive showdown. In a battle of crisp coaching, Brady proved to be made of stronger stuff than Goff as Go...
ListenBear With Me Episode 13: Breakout Bears, Bobby Massie, and the Pro Bowl from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, I discuss my thoughts on Bobby Massie's newly signed extension, project four Bears I think are primed for a "breakout" 2019, and go into depth both on how the Pro Bowl went this ye...
ListenBear With Me Episode 12: Pagano, The Pro-Bowl, and Patriots-Rams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Deep dive into Pagano and the Bears, Trubisky in the Pro-Bowl, review Championship Weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenT Formation Conversation 8: Let's turn the page on the 2018 Bears and look ahead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Lester turns the page on the Chicago Bears' 2018 season and looks ahead to 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBear With Me Episode 11 - All About the Cap (With Brad Spielberger!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Spielberger and I discuss the cap in fun, thorough detail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBear With Me Episode 10 - Wrapping up a Wonderful Season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears Lose to the Philadelphia Eagles, season ends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenT Formation Conversation 7: Bears (Kings of the North) vs. Eagles preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Let's talk about how the Bears will beat the Eagles this Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBear With Me Episode 9 - Vikings, Eagles, and Playoff Bears, Oh My! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears beat Vikings, move on to face Eagles in playoff game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenT Formation Conversation: Bears vs Vikings Keys, Trubisky's day, and more! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Join Lester as he breaks down Trubisky, gives his keys to beat the Vikings, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBear With Me Episode 8 - To Start or Not To Start? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears beat 49ers despite scary injuries, preview Vikings, cover rest of NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenT Formation Conversation 5 - Bears vs. 49ers preview, Trubisky's good game, and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's a cornucopia of Chicago Bears thoughts from Lester this week on T Formation Conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBear With Me - Episode 7 (NFC North Champs!) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears beat Packers to clinch NFC North, look to take on 49ers next week. Plus rest of NFL Week 15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBear With Me - Episode 6 (Week 14) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
I review Bears-Rams, preview Bears-Packers, and touch on each Week 14 NFL game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenT Formation Conversation 4 - Bears vs. Rams keys to the game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears vs. Rams, keys to the game, what will Mitchell Trubisky do, and stopping Aaron Donald. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenThe Bears Link Podcast - Episode 8 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A preview of the Bears vs Rams game this Sunday at Soldier Field! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenThe Bears Link Podcast - Episode 7.2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bears vs Giants Reax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenThe Bears Link Podcast - Episode 7 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A recap, a preview, and a conspiracy theory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenThe Bears Link Podcast - Episode 6 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Discussing the Bears HUGE win over the Vikings, Mitch's injury status, the Thanksgiving game versus the Lions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenThe Bears Link Podcast - Episode 5 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Andrew and Kevin memorialize the Lions beatdown and preview the upcoming tilt vs the Vikings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenT Formation Conversation - Where are you at on Mitchell Trubisky? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Lester gives his thoughts on the recent bashing of Mitchell Trubisky from the media, and gives his take on where the young QB is headed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenThe Bears Link Podcast - Episode 4 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Packing away the Patriots loss and looking forward to the Jets game. Full game previews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenThe Bears Link Podcast - Episode 3 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Are 2 Links better than 1? You be the judge as my brother and I talk some Bears vs Patriots! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenT Formation Conversation 2 - Let's talk about Jordan Howard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is there a Jordan Howard problem with the Chicago Bears? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 52- Bears Banter Mailbag! from 2019-10-16T21:58
Bill Zimmerman's latest podcast breaks from format and skips the guest this week. Instead, it's the first ever Bears mailbag! After reflecting on Kyle Long's career and discussing the importance of...
ListenBears Banter: Ep. 52- Bears Banter Mailbag! from 2019-10-16T21:58
Bill Zimmerman's latest podcast breaks from format and skips the guest this week. Instead, it's the first ever Bears mailbag! After reflecting on Kyle Long's career and discussing the importance of...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 34: State of the Legion of Boom and the 2018 Seahawks from 2018-05-18T14:00
The Ringer's Danny Kelly breaks down recent developments with the Seahawks and helps preview Week 2's matchup with the Bears. The end of the “Legion of Boom”: the next step after a dominant defensi...
ListenWCG Radio, Episode 34: State of the Legion of Boom and the 2018 Seahawks from 2018-05-18T14:00
The Ringer's Danny Kelly breaks down recent developments with the Seahawks and helps preview Week 2's matchup with the Bears. The end of the “Legion of Boom”: the next step after a dominant defensi...
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