Best Ryan Is Super Strong Podcasts (2024)

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Green Bay Packers Preview: Sizing up the Chicago Bears' Biggest Rival 1:08:32

12h ago1:08:32

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NFL content creator and noted Green Bay Packers fan Tom Grossi joins the CHGO Bears as we begin our NFC North team previews! Are the Packers the team to beat in the NFC North. Have the Chicago Bears done enough to be a threat to the Packers? Grossi breaks it down with the guys. An ALLCITY Network Production BECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com…

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Do Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears still need upgrades in the trenches? 1:04:44

1d ago1:04:44

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The Chicago Bears are just 18 days away from their first training camp practice at Halas Hall! But does Ryan Poles still have some roster moves to make before then? Joining the show is Editor in Chief of Windy City Gridiron, Lester Wiltfong Jr, to talk about his favorite topic...the trenches! That along with much more on the next edition of CHGO Be…

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Montez Sweat or Caleb Williams? Who’s the BEST Player on the Chicago Bears? 1:05:43

1d ago1:05:43

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Glynn Morgan of NBC Sports Chicago joins the CHGO Bears on today's episode along with Herb Howard and Nicholas Moreano. Today we look into Chicago Bears superlatives. Who's currently the best player on the team? Who's the most underrated? An ALLCITY Network Production BECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard BUY OUR NEW CHICAGO COLLECTION!…

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Can Caleb Williams Become the First #1 Pick to Win First Career Start since 2002? 1:08:46

3d ago1:08:46

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Since 2003, #1 overall picks at QB have gone a combined 0-15 in their first career start. Can Caleb Williams finally break this unusual trend? The Bears open as 4.5-favorites versus the Tennessee Titans in Week 1. Later, the CHGO Bears crew looks into the $4.7 billion lawsuit against NFL Sunday Ticket. Would you be willing to purchase games a la ca…

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Tremaine Edmunds Discusses the Bears' Defense Reaching a New Level in Year 2 1:07:57

7d ago1:07:57

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Chicago Bears Linebacker Tremaine Edmunds joins the CHGO Bears to discuss a big 2nd year with the team. Can the defense make another leap to elite NFL status? Plus, what has Edmunds' impressions of Caleb Williams been so far? Later, we discuss the Chicago Bears planning on leaving early for London. How will that benefit the team? Did Ryan Poles and…

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ROSTER RANKINGS: Do the Chicago Bears ONLY Have the 17th-Best NFL Roster? 54:04

8d ago54:04

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An ESPN article laid out the rosters in the NFL and ranked the Chicago Bears as having the 17th-best roster. With offseason additions of Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze and Keenan Allen among others, do the Bears still only have a middle-of-the-pack roster? The CHGO Bears crew makes the case for the Bears being ranked higher. Later, we take a way-too-e…

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Bears Stadium Update: Progress made in Arlington Heights, Chicago Remains Preference 1:11:43

9d ago1:11:43

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On Monday, CHGO Bears' Mark Carman reported that the Chicago Bears have made progress in their discussions with Arlington Heights. On today's episode, Carm dives deeper into the update to clarify where the Bears intentions are to build a stadium. Is Chicago still the frontrunner? Has Arlington Heights loosened the tax bill for the Bears? Later, Dav…

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Corey Wootton gives his Top 5 Chicago Bears teammates ever 1:14:32

9d ago1:14:32

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Corey Wootton played with some legendary players and coaches with the Chicago Bears. So we're gonna ask Corey to rank his top 5 favorite teammates ever! Who will make the cut? Join us on CHGO Bears After Dark to find out! An ALLCITY Network Production BECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard BUY OUR NEW CHICAGO COLLECTION! https://chgolock…

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Chicago Bears Week 3 Preview: Can Montez Sweat Slow Down Anthony Richardson? 1:12:02

10d ago1:12:02

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The CHGO Bears welcome JJ Stankevitz, the Indianapolis team writer, PA announcer and podcaster onto the show to preview the Chicago Bears Week 3 opponent, the Indianapolis Colts. How do the Bears match up versus Anthony Richardson and the Colts? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Nicholas Moreano as they continue their team previews on the CHGO Bears …

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Gervon Dexter Sr. Joins to Discuss Big Year 2 for the Chicago Bears 1:19:20

13d ago1:19:20

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Chicago Bears Defensive Lineman Gervon Dexter joins the CHGO Bears! Dexter is being circled as one of the X factors for the Bears in his sophomore season. How confident is he that he can make the Year 2 leap? Plus, Madden 25 has released their opening trailer for the popular video game. Returning the opening punt for the Pittsburgh Steelers is...Ju…

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BONUS: Harvey Boys w/ Sean Burns and Scout Tafoya 1:04:56

14d ago1:04:56

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) joins film critic Sean Burns and filmmaker/video essayist Scout Tafoya for a very special preview of the upcoming IMPRINT FILMS - Film Focus: Harvey Keitel (1992 – 1999). Support: JOIN THE ONE HEAT MINUTE PATREON FOR AS LITTLE AS $1 A MONTH Follow the host + guests: Blake H…

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SNAP DECISIONS: Do the Chicago Bears Need to Sign Connor Williams at Center? 1:08:08

15d ago1:08:08

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Adam Schefter reported on Tuesday that free agent Center Connor Williams is expected to be fully healthy by the start of the season and will be picking his next team before training camp begins. The Chicago Bears have a need at Center. Should they pursue him following an ACL tear that ended his 2023 season in Miami? Later, we preview 1-on-1 battles…

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Henry Melton Talks Excitement about Caleb Williams, Bears’ Future 1:10:52

16d ago1:10:52

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The CHGO Bears crew welcomes former Chicago Bear Henry Melton to the studio today. Melton played 4 seasons with the ears after being drafted by the team in the 4th round. How does Melton see the Bears' defensive line progressing? And has he seen enough from Gervon Dexter to predict a year 2 jump? Melton answers these questions with Adam Hoge, Mark …

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Matt Eberflus or Shane Waldron: Who has to have the bigger year for Chicago? 1:27:26

16d ago1:27:26

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Matt Eberflus enters his 3rd year with the most talented roster he's had yet and a defense that finished last year strong. Shane Waldron is in the first stages of installing a new offense to the Chicago Bears with a rookie quarterback but arguably one of the best prospects the Bears have ever had along with some of the most intriguing weapons Chica…

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Inside the Chicago Bears NFL Draft: A NEAR TRADE with the Atlanta Falcons 1:22:46

17d ago1:22:46

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The CHGO Bears crew starts your week off right with new information about the Chicago Bears NFL Draft process. Following a documentary on Roku's "The Pick is in", fans have learned that the Chicago Bears nearly pulled off a trade with the Atlanta Falcons in the 1st round. The trade would have moved the Bears up one spot in the 1st round from the #9…

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BONUS: THE PARALLAX VIEWS WITH MATT ZOLLER SEITZ 50:47

19d ago50:47

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A LOT OF SPOILERS HEREIN All The President's Minutes is a podcast where conversations about movies, journalism, politics and history meet. To celebrate the forthcoming 50th Anniversary of The Parallax View, the Editor at Large for Roger Ebert Dot Com | T.V and Film critic at Vulture | bookstore owner Matt Zoller Seitz joins me to talk about what he…

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Tom Brady Welcomes Caleb Williams' Aspirations to Win 8 Super Bowls 1:05:32

20d ago1:05:32

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Speaking on NFL Network, Tom Brady was asked about Caleb Williams' goal of 8 Super Bowls, and Brady encouraged the rookie QB's mentality as he begins his career with the Chicago Bears. What lessons will Caleb have to learn along the way? Later, the CHGO Bears crew shares audio from Bears Offensive Line Coach Chris Morgan as the team searches for st…

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Chicago Bears rookie Austin Booker joins the show! | 1:07:45

21d ago1:07:45

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Chicago Bears rookie and 5th round pick Austin Booker joins the CHGO Bears today! Many have picked Booker to be one of the steals of the 2024 NFL Draft. Does he agree? Plus, how has Booker adjusted to his first NFL OTAs? Later the CHGO Bears crew makes a big announcement that you won't want to miss! Later, we get get to our snidbits including the B…

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Caleb Williams, Bears rookies officially break for summer 1:10:11

21d ago1:10:11

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Wednesday was the final day of OTAs for the Chicago Bears before rookies break for the summer. It was also the final chance for the media to see Caleb Williams until training camp begins in late-July. What progress has the coaching staff seen from Caleb since the draft? And how did Rome Odunze look now that he is fully healthy? Adam Hoge, Mark Carm…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: Directed By… John Farrow (1942 – 1953) + Film Focus: Kim Novak (1957 – 1959) 34:45

22d ago34:45

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Hang onto your slipcases because Alexei Toliopoulos (Finding Drago, The Last Video Store) and Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases. In this episode, we discuss: Directed By… John Farrow (1942 – 1953) Commandos Strike At Dawn (1942) – worldwide first on Blu-ray …

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Chicago Bears Week 2 Preview: Houston Texans Give Bears Early Test on Primetime 1:08:25

23d ago1:08:25

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The CHGO Bears crew continues their opponent previews with the Houston Texans in Week 2. It will be Caleb Williams' first test on primetime versus another young potential superstar QB in CJ Stroud. The Texans enter that game as 3-point favorites. After adding Stefon Diggs, Joe Mixon and Danielle Hunter among others in the offseason, can the Bears k…

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Tennessee Titans Team Preview: Caleb Williams' First Test of his Career 1:07:32

24d ago1:07:32

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The CHGO Bears begins their team previews, starting with their Week 1 opponent, the Tennessee Titans. How do the Chicago Bears stack up against the Titans in Caleb Williams' first career start? Can Will Levis present a challenge for the Bears secondary in Year 2 of his career? Plus, 40-year old Marcedes Lewis re-signed with the Bears on a 1-year de…

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TRUST THE FUNGUS w/ Ryan Hoss (Founder of the Super Mario Brothers Movie Archive) 1:11:15

27d ago1:11:15

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Hosts Katie Walsh and Blake Howard put down the mojitos and join the founder of the Founder of Super Mario Brothers Movie Archive, Ryan Hoss, to discuss the incredible story that led to (arguably) the greatest special edition box set ever released, TRUST THE FUNGUS - Super Mario Bros. 30th Anniversary Collector's Edition. Join our Patreon for as li…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: GREEN ICE + COLD STEEL + BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED + RAVAGERS 25:54

30d ago25:54

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Hang onto your slipcases because Alexei Toliopoulos (Finding Drago, The Last Video Store) and Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases. In this episode, we discuss: Green Ice (1981) - Imprint Collection #295 Cold Steel (1987) - Imprint Collection #296 Batteries Not…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: Imprint Asia Bundle – March 2024 21:22

28d ago21:22

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Hang onto your slipcases because Alexei Toliopoulos (Finding Drago, The Last Video Store) and Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) team up to unbox, unpack and unveil upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media releases. In this episode, we discuss: Lost In The Stars (2023) - Imprint Asia #1 The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi (2003) - Imprint Asia #3 Su…

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Bears Minicamp Day 3: Caleb Williams finishes with strong practice 1:14:04

28d ago1:14:04

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The final day Of Chicago Bears minicamp was a successful one for Caleb Williams. The #1 overall pick demonstrated a swagger amongst his teammates during the practice period. Matt Eberflus grabbed headlines at the start of his press conference by announcing a joint practice with the Cincinnati Bengals that the Bears will host on August 15th. It till…

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Bears minicamp Day 2: Jaylon Johnson, Kyler Gordon lead ELITE secondary 1:07:26

28d ago1:07:26

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The secondary was one of the primary focuses on Day 2 of Chicago Bears minicamp. Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon made it a challenging day for Bears wide receivers Wednesday afternoon. Another player that grabbed attention was rookie punter Tory Taylor, who repeatedly boomed punts that justify his 4th round draft status. Hard Knocks cameras were al…

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Bears minicamp Day 1: First look at Caleb Williams-Keenan Allen connection 1:14:24

29d ago1:14:24

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The Chicago Bears took part in their first day of minicamp Tuesday afternoon. It was the first time that the full team was at Halas Hall practicing together. It was also the first time that Bears fans got to see the FULL offense on display, including the connection between #1 overall pick Caleb Williams and star veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen. …

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Is Caleb Williams ready to take the next steps at minicamp for Chicago? 1:12:12

1M ago1:12:12

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Mandatory minicamps start up tomorrow at Halas Hall where Caleb Williams will have 3 straight practices with the full roster on the field. After some expected good and bad days early on in the process, is Caleb Williams ready to take the next steps? Joining Greg Braggs and Corey Wootton is Scott Lewis from 79th and Halas and The Barber's Chair Netw…

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Justin Jefferson gets PAID: When should Bears extend DJ Moore? 1:20:01

1M ago1:20:01

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Justin Jefferson just got PAID by the Minnesota Vikings, signing the largest extension by a wide receiver ever. It also becomes the largest non-QB contract ever signed, surpassing Nick Bosa. The question now becomes, should the Chicago Bears extend DJ Moore this season? The Bears WR1 is due to become a free agent following the 2025-26 season. Would…

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Bears OTA Review: Caleb Williams bounces back with DOMINANT 7-on-7 performance 1:06:01

1M ago1:06:01

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Caleb Williams had a dominant 7-on-7 performance at Friday's OTAs, giving Chicago Bears fans a sigh of relief after a shaky performance a week prior. The CHGO Bears crew breaks down Caleb's performance oon todays episode. Later, we discuss the Bears being featured on HBO's Hard Knocks. What did the players and coaches have to say about it? How can …

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EMERGENCY POD! Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears officially selected for HBO’s Hard Knocks! 1:03:46

1M ago1:03:46

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Lights, camera, action! Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears have been officially selected for HBO’s Hard Knocks this summer. Join Kevin Kaduk and Mark Carman as they talk about the news and what they’d like to see from Halas Hall during the show. An ALLCITY Network Production BECOME A DIEHARD! https://www.allchgo.com/diehard BUY OUR NEW CHICAGO CO…

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Ranking the Head Coaches, Quarterbacks and Offensive Weapons in the NFC North 1:22:14

1M ago1:22:14

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The CHGO Bears crew ranks the NFC North in today's episode. Where does Matt Eberflus rank amongst NFC North coaches? Is Caleb Williams the second-best QB in the division for the 2024 season? Or is he the third? Plus, where do Caleb's offensive weapons rank in the division following the additions of Rome Odunze, Keenan Allen and D'Andre Swift? Join …

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Best bets to play for Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears in 2024? 52:00

1M ago52:00

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We're LIVE at Real Time Sports in Elk Grove talking the best bets to play for the Chicago Bears in 2024. Will Caleb Williams win offensive rookie of the year? You taking the Bears to beat the Titans in week 1? Can Chicago win the NFC North? Join Greg Braggs, Jake Flannigan, Kevin Kaduk and Cody Delmendo as we look at some of the best plays for CHGO…

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QB DRAFT: Where does Caleb Williams rank amongst ALL NFL QBs? 1:23:08

1M ago1:23:08

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The CHGO Bears crew ranks NFL QBs on today's episode. Where does Caleb Williams rank compared to NFL greats Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen and more? Can he crack the top-10? Plus, Chris Simms reveals his #20-25 ranked QBs, Calebb Williams becomes his highest ranked rookie QB ever, but where did he fall. Later, which former Chicago Bears running back i…

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Chicago Bears’ New Stadium Faces Another Hurdle 1:26:09

1M ago1:26:09

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The Chicago Bears' new stadium has hit yet another roadblock. Springfield legislators denied the Bears' appeal for more than $2 billion in public assistance before adjourning for summer. Will Kevin Warren ever get a new stadium built, whether it be in Chicago or anywhere else? Later, the NFL Players Association has a proposal with the NFL change th…

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DON'T OVERREACT! It Was Just One Bad Practice for Caleb Williams 1:12:57

1M ago1:12:57

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It wasn't Caleb Williams' sharpest day on the practice field on Thursday at Chicago Bears OTAs, but the CHGO Bears crew is here to tell you why there's no need to overreact. Matt Eberflus, Eric Washington, DJ Moore and Kevin Byard all spoke following the practice session. Hear what they had to say about Caleb's performance and a particularly strong…

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BEARS OTAs RECAP SHOW: Defense gets early edge on Caleb Williams 1:05:12

1M ago1:05:12

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The media finally got to take in Chicago Bears OTAs and the CHGO Bears crew learned plenty. It wasn't Caleb Williams' sharpest day, as the defense forced several incompletions. That defense was practicing without Montez Sweat, who was not with the team today. Rome Odunze was back practicing, but remained limited. After practice, Matt Eberflus, Eric…

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CHGO Tavern Style: Should Bears fans worry over Caleb Williams' reported struggles at OTAs? 10:28

1M ago10:28

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CHGO Bears Beat Writer, Nicholas Moreano wrote that today was 'a really rough day' for Bears QB Caleb Williams at his first round of OTAs. Moreano noted that Williams' passes looked flat and that he held onto the ball for a long time. Join Matt Peck of CHGO Bulls and Cody Delmendo of CHGO Cubs as they discuss their concern levels for QB1. CHGO Tave…

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Glass Half-Empty or Half-Full: Is Matt Eberflus THE Guy to Lead the Chicago Bears? 1:19:24

1M ago1:19:24

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Is Matt Eberflus' arrow pointing straight up for the Chicago Bears this season, or is this a make-or-break year for the head coach? The CHGO Bears crew examines Eberflus and some players to determine whether it's glass half-full or half-empty in the 2024 season. Later, they react to Justin Fields' comments at Pittsburgh Steelers OTA's about his dep…

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Where does Caleb Williams rank among NFL’s young quarterbacks? 1:19:46

1M ago1:19:46

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The CHGO Bears crew dives into 1st and 2nd year QBs to see where Caleb Williams ranks entering his first year in the league. CJ Stroud leads the pack, but how far behind is Caleb? Plus, where does PFF rank him among ALL starting QBs? Later, we talk to Bears undrafted rookie RB and special teams weapon Ian Wheeler in his first camp with the team. Jo…

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Corey Wootton reviews Chicago Bears 2024 NFL schedule: Is it favorable? 1:19:15

1M ago1:19:15

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Now that the dust has settled since the schedule release last week, we give Corey Wootton a chance to react to the path for the Chicago Bears in 2024. Does it have enough intrigue early on? Do the Bears have a chance to get off to a fast start? How tough is the final stretch for the Bears? Join us tonight as we discuss on CHGO Bears After Dark! An …

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17th Anniversary of Zodiac w/Megan Abbott 37:34

2M ago37:34

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In this special bonus episode of ZODIAC: CHRONICLE, I talk to the NYT-bestselling author of BEWARE THE WOMAN, THE TURNOUT, GIVE ME YOUR HAND, YOU WILL KNOW ME, THE FEVER, Megan Abbott about our mutual obsession. Read Megan on Zodiac here. Zodiac Chronicle is a 24-part investigation into David Fincher’s 2007 genre-altering masterpiece - recently cel…

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Caleb Williams and Chicago Bears begin OTAs: What to watch for 1:31:32

1M ago1:31:32

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Today begins Day 1 of Chicago Bears OTAs. One of the main areas of focus will be whether #9 overall pick Rome Odunze will be able to participate in the voluntary workouts following a hamstring injury at Rookie Minicamp. Adam Hoge returns to the show and has some grievances to air. Plus, Mark Carman dives into some strong rookie season performances …

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BONUS: 50MPH Concluding, Waingro Surprising 22:10

2M ago22:10

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In this special bonus episode, I catch up with the host of the 50MPH podcast, Kris Tapley, to talk about the forthcoming conclusion of his incredible oral histroy of SPEED and the bizarre shock of Waingro doing stand-up. Kris Tapley has covered the film and television industry for two decades, with bylines at Variety, The New York Times, Empire, Va…

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CHGO Tavern Style: Vinnie Duber BLINDLY predicts the 2024 Chicago Bears' season 12:56

2M ago12:56

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CHGO’s Chicago White Sox Beat Writer, Vinnie Duber blindly predicts the Bears’ 2024 record based on outdated knowledge. Will he provide an accurate prediction or will he be far off? Join as Matt Peck of CHGO Bulls and Vinnie Duber of CHGO White Sox as they run through the Bears’ 2024 NFL Schedule. CHGO Tavern Style records each Monday-Thursday and …

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Did Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams get the PERFECT rookie season schedule? 1:08:01

2M ago1:08:01

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The NFL Schedule has been released, and many are debating whether or not it's a good or bad schedule for the Chicago Bears. With the way it's set up, it could be the PERFECT schedule for Caleb Williams' rookie season. With late-season divisional games, it allows Caleb to ease into his schedule before facing the NFC North. Mark Carman and Nicholas M…

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Chicago Bears 2024 SCHEDULE RELEASE! Caleb Williams vs CJ Stroud in Week 2 1:20:00

2M ago1:20:00

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The 2024 NFL Schedule has been released! The CHGO Bears crew runs through the entire Chicago Bears schedule and gives predictions for what the Bears' final record will be. Plus, who will the Bears be playing in primetime? When will they square off against Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers? Is Caleb Williams vs CJ Stroud the best game on the sch…

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Chicago Bears Travel to London, NFL Schedule Release Leaks 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

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Today is FINALLY the day that the NFL schedule gets released. The CHGO Bears crew runs through some of the schedule leaks so far. Plus, we take a look at the Chicago Bears' strength of schedule. How does it rank against the rest of the NFC North? Later, which rookies have inked their deals with the team? Join Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. as they…

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Will Caleb Williams Break the QB Cycle for the Chicago Bears? Tory Taylor Joins 1:32:44

2M ago1:32:44

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The CHGO Bears crew is joined by Tyler Dunne following his piece on GoLongTD.com that dives into whether Caleb Williams can FINALLY be the QB to break the Chicago Bears cycle of mediocrity. Later, Bears rookie punter Tory Taylor joins the show to discuss his upcoming season, criticisms of how high he was selected, and he even settles the Michael Jo…

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