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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…
Episodes
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Rebuilding Chicago Bears offensive line: Mock offseason with free agents and NFL Draft picks
The Chicago Bears will have no shortage of opportunities in free agency and the NFL Draft to rebuild the interior of the offensive line.How Ryan Poles balances…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
NFL Combine results shake up Chicago Bears NFL draft targets on offensive line: Will Campbell at 10?
The NFL combine restarted the debate over offensive lineman arm length when it comes to Chicago Bears NFL Draft targets like Will Campbell from LSU.Don't rule…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears should take advantage of loaded defensive tackle class in NFL Draft
This year's NFL Draft has a ton of talent at defensive tackle, and the Chicago Bears need to add more young talent at the position.The draft class should line…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: Will Abdul Carter Be 1st Overall Pick in 2025 NFL Draft?
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not Abdul Carter will be the 1st overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and whether or not if it's more…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears need to prioritize edge rusher with first round pick in NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears will get more out of their first-round pick in the NFL Draft if they use it on a pass rusher instead of other needs.That doesn't mean Ryan…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles lay out Chicago Bears offseason plan at NFL combine
The Chicago Bears are in a position to be aggressive this offseason, and the team feels like their needs align nicely with the talent available in free agency…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears NFL Draft targets to watch at 2025 NFL scouting combine: OL, DL, RBs and more
The Chicago Bears are out in full force at the NFL combine, looking to see which NFL Draft prospects can separate themselves with elite athletic traits.Ben…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears top options to replace DeMarcus Walker and Gerald Everett at salary cap casualties
The Chicago Bears need to find a new starting defensive end opposite Montez Sweat and a new No. 2 TE after releasing DeMarcus Walker and Gerald Everett as…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Does Chicago Bears roster have enough top level game-changers? Or too many ‘average’ players?
The Chicago Bears have good players, but how many of them are game-changers who can make big plays in the biggest moments when the team needs them the most?Are…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: Can Chicago Bears Avoid Being In Bottom Of NFC North In 2025
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses which teams who finished near the bottom of the NFL last season will more than likely remain in the basement this…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
How major jump in salary cap will affect Chicago Bears offseason plans for free agency, NFL Draft
The NFL salary cap is going to increase by at least $20 million this year, giving the Chicago Bears (and every other team) more money to spend in free…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears free agent backup plans if top targets re-sign with teams, don't hit open market
Some of the top upcoming free agents won't actually hit free agency at all and re-sign with their own team before the Chicago Bears have a chance to negotiate…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears 2025 offseason will unveil power dynamic between Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles
The first offseason of Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles working together will reveal how much power the new head coach has over the Chicago Bears' roster.Johnson…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears free agent targets with connections to Ben Johnson’s new coaching staff
The new Chicago Bears coaching staff previously worked with some of the top names set to hit free agency this offseason.That intel will be valuable for Ryan…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Ranking Chicago Bears biggest needs in free agency and NFL Draft this offseason
The Chicago Bears have an obvious need on the offensive line. After that, it's up for debate where Ryan Poles should prioritize his resources.The trenches…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: Super Bowl 59 Aftermath, Chasing The Philadelphia Eagles
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses which teams are closer to the Philadelphia Eagles after their Super Bowl win, which NFL trade makes sense for…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears emerge as clear winners of 2025 coaching carousel with strong staff around Ben Johnson
Now that every NFL head coach vacancy is filled, it's clear that the Chicago Bears made the best hire and are building the best coaching staff.How these…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Why Chicago Bears likely won't re-sign Keenan Allen or Teven Jenkins | How much would they cost?
The Chicago Bears two biggest free agents aren't likely to re-sign with the team. Keenan Allen will cost more than Ryan Poles should pay his No. 3 wide…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Which Chicago Bears should get contract extensions this offseason? Kyler Gordon? Jaquan Brisker?
The Chicago Bears have a few players entering the last year of their deals and deserve contract extensions this offseason.Not all of them are easy decisions…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
What Chicago Bears can learn from Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX
The Chicago Bears can look to the Philadelphia Eagles as the example of how to build toward winning a Super Bowl. They can learn some lessons from the Kansas…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Remembering the legacy of late Chicago Bears owner Virginia Halas McCaskey
Chicago Bears matriarch Virginia McCaskey passed away on Thursday at the age of 102, leaving behind a legacy of humility and stability for the charter…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears offense set for significant roster turnover in Ben Johnson’s first offseason
Between upcoming free agents and potential salary cap casualties, the Chicago Bears roster will undergo some major changes this offseason.Ben Johnson and…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: How Myles Garrett, Cooper Kupp Trades Could Impact The NFL, Super Bowl 59 Predictions
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses how potential Myles Garrett and Cooper Kupp trades could impact the landscape of the NFL. Plus, they also share…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Buyer Beware: Why Chicago Bears should avoid spending top dollar on free agent Chiefs RG Trey Smith
The Chicago Bears will be connected to free agent Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith in free agency, but Ryan Poles should resist the urge to break the bank…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Myles Garrett is not realistic target for Chicago Bears trade from Cleveland Browns
Myles Garrett on the Chicago Bears would be so much fun, but it's not a realistic trade from the Cleveland Browns.The logistics don't work for the Browns, and…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Biggest question marks about Ben Johnson’s new Chicago Bears coaching staff
Ben Johnson is filling out his Chicago Bears coaching staff with some quality assistants, but they bring their own set of question marks.It will be a test for…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
How Chicago Bears defense will look different under defensive coordinator Dennis Allen
New defensive coordinator Dennis Allen will run the Chicago Bears' defense quite differently than Matt Eberflus.Ross Jackson from Locked on Saints joins us to…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
NFL Draft prospects to know for Dennis Allen's Chicago Bears defense from Day 2 of Senior Bowl
New Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen is going to need more talent on the defensive line, and the team needs some long-term answers at the…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: Does The NFC Have The Best Shot at Winning The Super Bowl
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not the AFC or NFC has the best shot at winning Super Bowl 59 between the Kansas City Chiefs and…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Stand-out NFL Draft prospects for Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears offense from Day 1 at Senior Bowl
The Chicago Bears can build up Ben Johnson's offense with some of the top NFL Draft prospects showing their skills at the Senior Bowl this week.This year's…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Top NFL Draft prospects for Chicago Bears to watch on OL, DL at Senior Bowl practices
The Chicago Bears have drafted at least three players from the Senior Bowl in every NFL Draft under general manager Ryan Poles.He and his scouts are down in…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Ben Johnson filling Chicago Bears coaching staff with impressive assistants, former players
Ben Johnson is forming his Chicago Bears coaching staff with former players as assistant coaches with strong backgrounds.JT Barrett, Antwaan Randle El and Al…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Biggest challenges and obstacles Ben Johnson faces to be successful Chicago Bears head coach
Ben Johnson has the ingredients to be a successful head coach, but the Chicago Bears won't make it easy on him.Not only does he have to establish a new culture…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Ben Johnson nails first Chicago Bears press conference with answers for Caleb Williams, leadership
Ben Johnson hit all the right notes in his first press conference as Chicago Bears head coach.He still needs to prove he can back up the words with the right…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: Did Ben Johnson Land In The Best Spot With The Chicago Bears?
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses this weekend's NFL Conference Championships in the AFC and NFC. Will the Buffalo Bills become the team of destiny…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Biggest strengths and weaknesses Ben Johnson brings Chicago Bears as head coach from Detroit Lions
New Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson brings an impressive resume from the Detroit Lions, but he still has question marks and plenty to prove in his new…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Why Chicago Bears hiring Lions OC Ben Johnson feels different than previous head coach failures
Chicago Bears fans have been excited about head coach hires before, but Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is different than the team's failures…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears head coach search is about to speed up with Lions’ Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn available
The Chicago Bears could have their next head coach by the end of the week. Now that the Detroit Lions have been eliminated from the playoffs, offensive…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Ranking Chicago Bears head coach candidates: Why Ben Johnson should be Ryan Poles’ top choice
The Chicago Bears are narrowing down their top head coach candidates, so we're ranking the names on the list to determine who the finalists should be.It's…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
How long should Chicago Bears wait to hire head coach candidates still in the playoffs?
The Chicago Bears are chipping away at their head coach interviews, and Ryan Poles could be in for a long process.But the longer the Bears wait for candidates…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: NFL Divisional Playoffs, Bold Predictions, Coaching Carousel
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses this weekend's NFL Divisional Playoffs and shares their Bold Predictions including why the Los Angeles Rams will…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears should pass on Brian Flores as head coach for late-season collapses and QB concerns
If Ryan Poles watched the Minnesota Vikings lose in the first round of the playoffs, he saw exactly why the Chicago Bears shouldn't hire Brian Flores to be…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears head coach search shaken up by Mike McCarthy leaving Dallas Cowboys
The Chicago Bears will get to interview Mike McCarthy after all. The Dallas Cowboys lead their head coach walk, creating another attractive opening for Ryan…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Mike Tomlin would be great head coach for Chicago Bears, but not worth trading high NFL Draft picks
If the Pittsburgh Steelers wanted to move on from Mike Tomlin, the Chicago Bears would be lucky to have him as a head coach. The obstacle is the potential…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Pete Carroll is the veteran head coach Chicago Bears should prefer over Mike Vrabel, Mike McCarthy
If the Chicago Bears want to hire a veteran head coach with experience, Pete Carroll is a better option than Mike Vrabel.Neither is a perfect head coach…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears don’t HAVE to hire offensive-minded head coach (But that can make it easier)
The Chicago Bears don't have to hire an offensive head coach to properly develop Caleb Williams. They need the best coach for the job, regardless of which side…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsNFL Squad: NFL Playoff AFC/NFC Wildcard Weekend Upset Alert, Head Coaching Carousel
In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the current landscape of vacant head coaching jobs in the NFL and where things are headed with certain jobs, plus…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Ryan Poles, Kevin Warren fail to ease fan concerns as Chicago Bears launch head coach search
Ryan Poles and Chicago Bears leadership tried to instill confidence in the head coach search process with their end of the season press conference on…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears casting wide net for head coach candidates: Too early to panic about names on the list
The Chicago Bears put in interview requests for nearly a dozen candidates on Monday, and the fanbase started panicking about some of the more questionable…
- Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears’ comeback win over Green Bay Packers is well worth getting lower NFL Draft pick
The Chicago Bears get a worse NFL Draft pick because they won their last game of the season, but beating the Green Bay Packers and finishing a Caleb Williams…
Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago BearsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Bears Defeat the Green Bay Packers on a GAME WINNING Field Goal!
The Chicago Bears defeat the Green Bay Packers on a game winning field goal to end the 2024-2025 season! On Today's Show Bears win?? What we learned from this…