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Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Locked On Bears podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Chicago Bears and the National Football League. Hosted by Pro Football Focus analyst Lorin Cox, the Locked On Bears podcast provides your daily Bears fix with expert guests and opinion, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Windy City franchise. The Locked On Bears podcast takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the…
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Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Is Caleb Williams ALREADY the BEST QB in the NFC North??
Is Caleb Williams a better QB than Jordan Love and Jared Goff? Which Chicago Bears veteran is under the most pressure? Where did Ryan Poles upgrade the roster…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsWill Chicago Bears renewed focus on technique solve defensive line weakness? DL coach under scrutiny
The Chicago Bears are putting an extra emphasis on technique and fundamentals for the defensive line that is sticking with the same players from last season…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsLocked On 10 Year Anniversary: Chicago Bears turned around franchise trajectory over the last decade
The Locked On Podcast Network turns 10 years old today, so we're looking back at how far the Chicago Bears have come over the last 10 years. We also look ahead…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsHow Ben Johnson is preparing Caleb Williams to take the next step forward for Chicago Bears in 2026
Ben Johnson is pushing Caleb Williams to hone-in his ball placement and accuracy in an effort to boost his completion percentage and the Chicago Bears'…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: How MANY Chicago Bears players will land in the NFL Top 100 this year??
Who is the most under the radar Chicago Bears player for this season? How many players will end up in the NFL top 100 this year? Caleb Williams getting Micah…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNew safety duo of Coby Bryant and Dillon Thieneman on fast track to elevate Chicago Bears defense
New Chicago Bears starting safeties Dillon Thieneman and Coby Bryant already look like play-makers at minicamp in their first few months with the team. Their…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears injury update: Braxton Jones, Dayo Odeyingbo and Rome Odunze back on track at minicamp
Chicago Bears left tackle Braxton Jones is feeling healthy for the first time in a long time, and defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo is ahead of schedule in his…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: What happens if the Chicago Bears defense IS NOT better in 2026?
Is Dennis Allen on the hot seat if the Chicago Bears defense is not better in 2026? Is the future of Kyler Gordon in doubt? Will Dillon Thieneman or Logan…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsHow Ben Johnson is keeping Chicago Bears offense one step ahead of opposing defenses in Year 2
Ben Johnson isn't worried about opposing defenses figuring out the Chicago Bears' offense in his second year at the helm. He has no shortage of new plays up…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears leave open last chance for Illinois to prevent official move to new stadium in Indiana
The Chicago Bears have shifted their focus to building a stadium in Hammond, Indiana, but a few obstacles still stand in the way. The door is still open for…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsAustin Booker primed for big step forward after strong finish to 2025 | Chicago Bears podcast
Austin Booker started flashing late in the 2025 season, and the Chicago Bears can make some small tweaks to his game to help him reach the next level in 2026…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Is Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams on his way to being the FACE of the NFL??
Caleb Williams landed the Madden cover, is the Chicago Bears QB set to be the face of the NFL?? Kevin Waren has no stadium still, Rome Odunze and Kyler Gordon…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsWhat it would take for Caleb Williams to win MVP in 2026, plus other Chicago Bears award candidates
ESPN gave a bold prediction for Caleb Williams to win MVP this season, so we explore what that path would look like for the Chicago Bears. We also check in on…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsLingering injuries for Rome Odunze and Kyler Gordon are becoming major concern for Chicago Bears
Rome Odunze's foot may never get back to normal, and Kyler Gordon's ongoing soft tissue injuries are frustrating Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears. Plus, Caleb…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBounceback season from Grady Jarrett will be critical to Chicago Bears defensive resurgence in 2026
The Chicago Bears need Grady Jarrett to get back to a higher quality of play to help improve their significant weakness on the interior defensive line. He…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears stadium plans hang in limbo after failed legislation — Is Kevin Warren to blame?
The Chicago Bears still don't have an Illinois stadium bill after the state legislature convened its session without a deal in place, leaving the process in…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsCaleb Williams completion percentage debate misses the bigger picture for Chicago Bears offense
Ben Johnson's emphasis on Caleb Williams' completion percentage is more about the offensive operation as a whole than just the quarterback's accuracy. The 70…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBen Johnson hypes up Luther Burden at Chicago Bears OTAs, but don't sleep on Rome Odunze either
Ben Johnson says he's buying stock in Luther Burden at Chicago Bears OTAs, and for good reason. But that doesn't mean Rome Odunze is going to fall behind…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNew edge rusher options emerging for Chicago Bears with Josh Sweat rumors and AJ Epenesa workout
The Chicago Bears worked out free agent edge rusher A.J. Epenesa right as trade rumors started heating up around Josh Sweat of the Arizona Cardinals. Either…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Tyson Bagent said the Chicago Bears are going to the Super Bowl??
Tyson Bagent said the Chicago Bears are going to the Super Bowl? Is this something Caleb Williams backup should be saying? Jaylon Johnson not at OTAs and Kyler…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears players who have the most at stake at OTAs and minicamp practices
OTAs are when the Chicago Bears' biggest roster battles officially begin and new players can make their first impression on the coaching staff. It's hard to…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears will have NFL’s best TE trio in 2026 with Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet and Sam Roush
Ben Johnson will make the Chicago Bears' trio of Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet and Sam Roush the best tight end group in the NFL this year. Teams like the Rams…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsJaylon Johnson’s absence is nothing to worry about | Chicago Bears’ bigger concerns are at LT and DL
Jaylon Johnson isn't at Chicago Bears voluntary workouts, but it's not a real concern unless he misses mandatory practices. Instead, the focus needs to be on a…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears slow stadium progress increases doubts about Kevin Warren's leadership, fair or not
The Chicago Bears slow progress on a new stadium leaves doubts about Kevin Warren's leadership, but it's still too soon to judge the process fully. Some of it…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsInjuries and health are Chicago Bears biggest X-factors for 2026, and they’re taking risky approach
The Chicago Bears are lacking depth at key positions on both sides of the ball tha run a serious risk for injuries derailing their 2026 season. It's a gamble…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: What are the 4 KEY GAMES for the Chicago Bears in 2026?
What are the 4 key games for the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams & Ben Johnson in 2026? Where do D'Andre Swift & Kyle Monangai compare to the rest of the running…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsAre Chicago Bears doomed to regress in 2026? Or can Caleb Williams prove doubters wrong?
The Chicago Bears are a popular pick to regress in 2026, but fewer turnovers and 4th quarter comebacks doesn't mean the team will be worse in Ben Johnson's…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears offseason winners and losers: Less help for Caleb Willams, more toys for Dennis Allen
The Chicago Bears didn't add much for Caleb Williams this offseason, but they again put a lot of resources toward supporting Dennis Allen in free agency and…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Breaking down the toughest & most important stretch of the Chicago Bears schedule!
The Chicago Bears schedule is out! What's the toughest stretch for Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams this year? The Bears are a major primetime team this year and…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears 2026 schedule packed with primetime games, perfect bye week and critical last stretch
The Chicago Bears have a tough schedule that will test them throughout the season, with the most important stretch coming in the final three games. Their Week…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears 2026 schedule isn't as tough as strength of schedule rankings make it out to be
The Chicago Bears have the hardest strength of schedule in the NFL for the 2026 season, but the metric doesn't paint a very accurate picture of the slate this…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsWhat to expect from Dillon Thieneman and Logan Jones in rookie season with Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft picks don't have to be breakout stars to still be important contributors during their rookie season. We compare Dillion…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Bigger EXPECTATIONS for Rome Odunze, Luther Burden or Loveland this year??
Do you have higher expectations for Rome Odunze, Luther Burden or Coleston Loveland this year? Where does Ben Johnson rank amongst head coaches in the NFL? The…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears undrafted rookies to watch: Tackling-breaking RB, developmental QB and O-Line bully
The Chicago Bears' 14 undrafted rookies include the best tackle-breaking RB in the draft, a backup QB from Caleb Williams' past and some mean blockers. Ben…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsDennis Allen has to fix Chicago Bears pass rush with better coaching, or he’ll be on the hot seat
The Chicago Bears insist their defensive line is talented enough and just need to be coached better. That puts all the pressure on Dennis Allen. If he can't…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: What will be the most IMPORTANT camp battles across the Chicago Bears roster?
Tyrique Stevenson vs Malik Muhammad? Left tackle? What are the most important camp battles for the Chicago Bears this offseason. The latest on a new stadium…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears loss of Zah Frazier creates concern about cornerback depth after injury-filled season
The Chicago Bears depth at cornerback has real concerns after the team waived former fifth-round pick Zah Frazier. After all of the injuries at the position…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears found athletic freak DT in sixth-round hidden gem Jordan van den Berg | Where he fits
Chicago Bears sixth-round pick Jordan van den Berg was one of the most impressive athletes in the NFL Draft and has a real shot to make the 53-man roster. He…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsHow much did Chicago Bears roster improve this offseason after NFL Draft and free agency?
The Chicago Bears brought in better scheme fits for Dennis Allen's defense, but Ben Johnson's offense lost two key starters this offseason. The team is…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Did the Chicago Bears DO ENOUGH to set up a deep playoff run in 2026??
The Chicago Bears, Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson made some big moves like trading DJ Moore but adding Dillon Thieneman and Coby Bryant this offseason, are the…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsTJ Edwards’ future with Chicago Bears in doubt after linebacker changes and Keyshaun Elliott draft pick
The Chicago Bears drafted another young linebacker in Keyshaun Elliott, creating more uncertainty for T.J. Edwards' future with the team. Dennis Allen got rid…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsIs Zavion Thomas the Chicago Bears’ new Velus Jones? Ben Johnson bets on himself with 3rd-round WR
Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas has a lot of similarities to NFL Draft bust Velus Jones, but the new third-round pick is coming into a much…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsHow Sam Roush fits with Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet in Ben Johnson’s crowded Chicago Bears TE room
The Chicago Bears didn't need another tight end in the NFL Draft, but third-round pick Sam Roush will help Ben Johnson keep up with the newest NFL trend. We…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsLogan Jones should take over as Chicago Bears starting center by end of rookie year, if not Week 1
Chicago Bears second-round center Logan Jones needs to take over as a starter by the end of his rookie season or else he risks entering bust territory. If…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsDillon Thieneman and Malik Muhammad complete Dennis Allen’s overhaul of Chicago Bears secondary
The Chicago Bears revamped their secondary this offseason, and the NFL Draft provided the finishing touches with Dillon Thieneman and Malik Muhammad. We break…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Was the Chicago Bears draft a SUCCESS or a mess for Ryan Poles?
The Chicago Bears took Dillion Thieneman , Logan Jones, Sam Roush, Zavion Thomas & Malik Muhammed with the picks Ryan Poles had in the first 4 rounds, was the…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears neglect edge rusher and defensive line in NFL Draft, leaving biggest weakness unsolved
The Chicago Bears once again chose not to prioritize edge rusher or defensive line in the NFL Draft, creating questions about their "best player available"…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears NFL Draft Grades: Reaches on Day 2 bring down strong start and finish for Ryan Poles
The Chicago Bears drafted good fits for Ben Johnson's offense and Dennis Allen's defense, but Ryan Poles didn't get good value with their Day 2 picks. It makes…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears quietly cleared salary cap space in risky contract restructures right before NFL Draft
Right before the NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears quietly restructured two contracts to clear salary cap room to sign their rookie draft class. Both Jonah Jackson…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsChicago Bears Day 2 NFL Draft picks kept getting worse, with Ryan Poles neglecting defense
The Chicago Bears reached on all 3 of their Day 2 NFL Draft picks, and Ryan Poles' explanation for neglecting the defense didn't add up. Logan Jones, Sam Roush…
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BREAKING: Chicago Bears Select Logon Jones 57th Overall | Bears Add PROTECTION For Caleb Williams
The Chicago Bears selected Iowa center Logon Jones 57th Overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsWhy Dillion Thieneman was best pick for Chicago Bears and perfect fit in Dennis Allen’s defense
Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman will be the ultimate versatile chess piece to fill out the back end of Dennis Allen's Chicago Bears defense. He was the best…
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BREAKING: Chicago Bears Select Dillon Thieneman 25th Overall | The Bears Get An ELITE Safety
The Chicago Bears selected Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman 25th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: The Chicago Bears select Dillon Thieneman with the 25th pick in the NFL Draft!
The Chicago Bears select Dillon Thieneman from Oregon with the 25th pick in the NFL draft! Our reaction as Ryan Poles makes the pick and who Ben Johnson and…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsWhat the Chicago Bears need from their 2026 NFL Draft class, as rookies and beyond
The Chicago Bears don't need their 2026 NFL Draft class to produce a bunch of rookie starters, but they do need their early picks to develop into starters as…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsSifting through smokescreens from Chicago Bears pre-NFL Draft press conference from Jeff King
The Chicago Bears pre-draft press conference gave us some details on their approach to the NFL Draft, plus some smokescreens too. We break down the most…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: Final NFL DRAFT PREVIEW! What will Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears do??
The NFL draft starts Thursday night, what will Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson do to build the Chicago Bears? Darnell Wright's 5th year option was picked up, Caleb…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsCoby Bryant, Garrett Bradbury give clues to Chicago Bears NFL Draft priorities at safety, center
Coby Bryant and Garrett Bradbury don't know who the Chicago Bears will take in the NFL Draft, but the things they said on Monday give us some clues into what…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBest Case Scenario Mock Draft for Chicago Bears: All options available for 25th overall pick
The Chicago Bears can have all of their top targets available to them with the 25th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft if the first 24 picks go the right way. We look…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsBEARS SQUAD SHOW: What is the PERFECT NFL draft scenario for the Chicago Bears on day 1 and 2?
What's your dream NFL draft day 1 and 2 for the Chicago Bears to help Caleb Williams out the most? If the Bears wanted to trade up, what should Ryan Poles NOT…