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BEARS POSTGAME: Chicago Tops New England In Thursday Night Thriller!
The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots 30-24 on Thursday night at Soldier Field. The Thursday Night Football game lived up to our expectations (and then some) as Caleb Williams and Drake Maye had a duel right to the very end. Luther Burden had a massive game, and Colston Loveland and Rome Odunze overcame some errors to make some big catches down the stretch. Plus, Cairo Santos came through in the clutch by hitting his career long field goal (58 yards) to ice the game late.
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20 Oct 2026
Bears Preview: Chicago Preps For Drake Maye, New England Patriots
The Chicago Bears are on a short week as they prepare to take on Drake Maye and the New England Patriots this Thursday night at Soldier Field in Chicago. The Thursday Night Football game features two of the top quarterbacks of the 2024 NFL Draft class. Can Caleb Williams prove he was the proper number one pick in that draft?
Plus, what will the Bears running back room look like this week? The Patriots have a lot of injuries to deal with, how will that impact the matchups in this game? We talk about it with our Bears vs. Patriots preview.
Plus, thoughts on the Bears victory over the Atlanta Falcons, as well as where Caleb Williams ranks among the top stars in the NFL.
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18 Oct 2026
BEARS POSTGAME: Caleb Williams, Kyler Gordon Shine In Win vs. Falcons
The Chicago Bears defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 31-23, in a game that got too close for comfort down the stretch in Atlanta on Sunday. Caleb Williams returned and looked terrific, throwing for over 300 yards in the win. Kyler Gordon also made his return to the lineup and recorded three sacks in a huge outing for the often injured veteran.
Kevin and Ryan talk about it all on our Bears postgame show.
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14 Oct 2026
Caleb Williams Return Nears, Montez Sweat Suspended
The Chicago Bears look ahead this week to the Atlanta Falcons and a game that could see a drastically different roster than the team fielded against the Packers. The Bears are decimated by injuries, Montez Sweat faces suspension, and Caleb Williams could be ready to return this weekend.
Plus, the guys share some memories of Mike Ditka.
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11 Oct 2026
BEARS POSTGAME: Tyson Bagent, Bears Defense Embarrassed By Packers
The Chicago Bears lost a blowout to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field, 31-7. QB Tyson Bagent looked completely outmatched before being replaced by Case Keenum (too) late. The Bears defense made Jordan Love look like one of the best quarterbacks in the league.
Kevin and Ryan are here to talk about it with our 7 minute Bears postgame show!
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6 Oct 2026
Bears Preview: Tyson Bagent Expected To Start Against Packers At Lambeau
The Chicago Bears will take on the Green Bay Packers for the first time of the 2026 season this Sunday at Lambeau Field. The Tyson Bagent led Bears are favored to defeat the Packers on the road for the first time in many years.
Kevin and Ryan preview the Bears game against the Packers. Plus, some closing thoughts on the victory over the New York Jets, Khalil Mack, Jeffrey Simmons, Bears jerseys, and much more!
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The Chicago Bears pulled out a dominating victory over the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field (23-12). Kyle Monangai was able to pound the rock, Tyson Bagent played well enough to win, and the Bears defense had another huge performance.
Kevin and Ryan are here to talk about it with our 7 minute Bears postgame show!
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2 Oct 2026
Bears Preview: Ben Johnson Silent On Starting QB As Jets Come To Town
The Chicago Bears have stayed silent on their starting quarterback as the team prepares for the New York Jets. Will Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum get the starting nod this weekend? Ryan and Kevin break it all down.
Plus, we preview game with the Jets and the Bears' chances of walking out with a victory. Will the revitalized Bears defense be able to contain Geno Smith and Garrett Wilson? Plus, the Jets defense looks formidable early in the season.
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29 Sept 2026
BEARS POSTGAME: Case Keenum, Defense Star In Eagles Blowout
QB Case Keenum made his first NFL start in nearly three years as the Chicago Bears took on Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. Keenum performed beyond anyone's expectations, lighting up the Eagles and handing them their worst loss since the 2023 Playoffs. The Bears get the victory, 27-7.
Plus, Ben Johnson out duels Vic Fangio, Dennis Allen's defense keeps rolling, and more.
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22 Sept 2026
Caleb Williams Injury Update, Possible Return, Eagles Preview
Following the Chicago Bears loss to the Minnesota Vikings, Kevin and Ryan get together to talk about the latest update on Caleb Williams' injury after Monday's update on his status. How long will the Bears be without their starting quarterback?
Plus, an early preview for next week's Monday Night Football game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Can Tyson Bagent get it done?
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20 Sept 2026
Bears Post Game: Caleb Williams Injury, Chicago Falls To Vikings
Caleb Williams suffered a serious injury toward the end of the Chicago Bears loss to the Minnesota Vikings 9-3 at Soldier Field. Kevin and Ryan break it all down with our Chicago Bears postgame show and reaction.
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15 Sept 2026
Chicago Bears Look Ahead To Minnesota Vikings, Caleb Williams MVP Talk
Join Kevin and Ryan for our weekly Monday night show as we finish up our discussion on the Bears big victory over the Carolina Panthers and look ahead to next week's game against the Minnesota Vikings. Will the Bears defense be able to handle Justin Jefferson, T.J. Hockenson, and Jordan Addison? Or better yet, will the Vikings defense and Brian Flores be able to contain Caleb Williams and the explosive Bears offense?
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13 Sept 2026
7 Minute Postgame! Caleb Williams and Bears STEAMROLL Panthers in Season Opener
The Chicago Bears defeated the Carolina Panthers 59-37 in the first game of the 2026 campaign. Kevin and Ryan check-in to talk about it and debut their "7 minute post show" concept. We're talking about Caleb Williams having a day, Kyle Monangai and D'Andre Swift having one for the record books, the lack of Colston Loveland, and a defense that still gives us some concerns.
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8 Sept 2026
Chicago Bears vs. Carolina Panthers Game Preview, Remembering Matt Suhey
Join the guys for our Chicago Bears vs. Carolina Panthers preview and predictions show. Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season gets underway for the Bears this Sunday in Charlotte, NC. There are all kinds of storylines heading into this one, including the inevitable Caleb Williams vs. Bryce Young discourse.
Do we see Luther Burden begin a breakout season? Will Rome Odunze snap back to his pre-injury form? And does Colston Loveland resume where he left off in January?
Plus, the guys remember the late, great Matt Suhey.
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6 Sept 2026
Chicago Bears Season Preview: Can They Win 11 Games or More?
Kevin Kaduk and Ryan Droste preview the 2026 Chicago Bears season. But this preview isn't like the other long, drawn-out previews that you've heard. We tell you what you need to know: the most likely wins, losses, possible pitfalls, keys to success, and ultimately what a successful season will look like.
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1 Sept 2026
Chicago Bears Final 53-Man Roster Surprises and Training Camp Takeaways
Kevin Kaduk and Ryan Droste break down the 53-man roster happenings, the Gervon Dexter trade, the Ryan Poles Twitter fallout and whether they'd trade Tyson Bagent. Plus a live Q&A and a first look at the Bears By 7 confidence pool, coming later this week.
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28 Aug 2026
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