

CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast
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The CHGO Bears Podcast is your go-to podcast for daily, credentialed coverage of the Chicago Bears. Hosted by Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr., and former Bears stars Lance Briggs and Corey Wootton, CHGO Bears delivers in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews, breaking news, and spirited postgame shows from Soldier Field, Halas Hall, and beyond. Stay locked in on Caleb Williams, Bears player updates, and team storylines year-round. Join the CHGO Bears community—the ultimate podcast for Bears fans.
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Jan 6, 2026 • 1h 16min
PLAYOFFS SET: Chicago Bears take on Green Bay Packers for 3rd time | CHGO Bears After Dark
The Chicago Bears get set for Round 3 vs the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on Saturday Night in Primetime in a BIG TIME playoff bout! This will only be the 3rd time in NFL History that the oldest rivalry in football squares off in the playoffs, first since 2010. The Packers are limping into the playoffs after losing thier last 4 games while the Bears have also lost their last 2 games in the final moments. Can the Bears put a stamp on a special season vs their rivals? Join Greg Braggs Jr, Adam Rank, Phil Ottochian and Shayne Marsaw as we break it all down on CHGO Bears After Dark! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Jan 5, 2026 • 1h 21min
FED UP: Ben Johnson Demanding MORE from Chicago Bears Offense | CHGO Bears Podcast
The Chicago Bears now prepare for postseason play after falling to the Detroit Lions in NFL Week 18. Ben Johnson didn’t mince words when speaking both at halftime and after the game. At halftime, Johnson said, “This was one of the easier gameplans we’ve had all year. We just need to execute better.” After the game, the first-year head coach said the offense simply didn’t score enough points. With just 5 days to go to gameday, can Ben get the offense clicking again? Also, what would former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs change if he were coaching the defense to get them prepared for Round 3 against the Green Bay Packers? Professor Briggs gives his grades for Week 18 later on. Did any phase meet the standard? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Lance Briggs on the CHGO Bears Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Jan 5, 2026 • 1h 6min
AFTERSHOW: No Revenge for Ben Johnson As Chicago Bears Lose To Detroit Lions | Brick by Brick
The Chicago Bears started slow and were forced into yet another comeback attempt against the Detroit Lions in the regular season finale of NFL Week 18. After three scoreless quarters, Caleb Williams finally broke through with a touchdown pass to Jahdae Walker, a play that also made Williams the Bears’ new single-season passing yards record holder, passing Erik Kramer. Chicago tied the game late with a Colston Loveland touchdown and a successful Cole Kmet two-point conversion, but couldn’t capitalize on Kevin Byard’s league-leading seventh interception, as Detroit sealed the win on a Jake Bates field goal in the closing seconds. Postgame coverage of the Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions Week 18 matchup in the NFL, featuring former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah, hosted by Greg Braggs Jr., breaking down what went wrong, what it means moving forward, and how the season came to a close. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 5, 2026 • 2h 14min
BEARS POSTGAME: Caleb Williams & Chicago Bears Late-Game Comeback Falls Short vs Lions | CHGO Bears
The Chicago Bears started slow and were forced into yet another comeback attempt versus the Detroit Lions in the regular season finale in NFL Week 18. The Bears offense took 3 quarters to get on the scoreboard, finally breaking through when Caleb Williams found Jahdae Walker. On that play, Caleb became the Bears single-season passing yards record holder, passing Erik Kramer. After forcing a punt, the Bears marched right down the field and capitalized with a Colston Loveland TD followed by a successful Cole Kmet 2-point conversion to tie the game at 16. But the Bears couldn’t take advantage of Kevin Byard’s league-leading 7th interception, and were forced into a 3-and-out. The Lions one the game in the closing seconds on a Jakes Bates field goal to end the regular season. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. with appearances from former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs, Corey Wootton and Jerry Azumah, with Adam Jahns reporting live from Soldier Field after an ugly Week 18 performance on the CHGO Bears Postgame Show.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Jan 2, 2026 • 1h 32min
EYE ON 2-SEED: Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears seek Revenge vs Lions | CHGO Bears Podcast
The Chicago Bears have one last regular season game remaining before preparing for the postseason, and the Detroit Lions are on tap. Can Ben Johnson avenge a Week 2 loss to his former employer to go an even .500 in the division? Jake Riepma of the Locked on Lions re-joins the CHGO Bears Podcast to preview that matchup. Ben Johnson spoke at Halas Hall on Friday morning. Adam Jahns joins the show with the latest. Plus, what were the 5 biggest moments for the Bears in 2025? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Dec 31, 2025 • 1h 8min
Chicago Bears Look For Super Bowl Run In 2026 NEW YEAR’S EVE SPECIAL | Brick x Brick Podcast
The Chicago Bears have had an incredible turnaround in 2025 after going from worst to first. Now, the Bears look to elevate their expectations in 2026. Are Super Bowl aspirations on the table in 2026? Join Lance Briggs, Jerry Azumah and Greg Braggs Jr for a New Year’s Eve SPECIAL on the Brick x Brick Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Dec 30, 2025 • 1h 15min
PLAYING TO WIN: Ben Johnson Approaching Lions Game with NFL Playoff Mentality | CHGO Bears Podcast
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson spoke at Halas Hall on Monday and left nothing to the imagination when it came to how the team will be approaching their final regular season game against the Detroit Lions saying, “we’re playing to win.” Should the Bears be playing their starters against Johnson’s former employer? Later, we dive into the numbers with Caleb’s report card for a sterling Week 17 performance against the San Francisco 49ers. How did he grade out? Dallas Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs is now a free agent. Should the Bears pursue the former Al Harris disciple? And former Bears QB and single-season record holder for the most passing yards by a Bears QB Eric Kramer joins the show to preview the game where Caleb Williams will likely break his record. Is 4,00 pass yards still in reach? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on a jam-packed episode of the CHGO Bears Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Dec 30, 2025 • 1h 13min
Was The Chicago Bears Loss To The 49ers A MORAL VICTORY? | CHGO Bears After Dark
The Chicago Bears lose a heartbreaker to the 49ers in a primetime thrilling shootout, 42-38. On the national stage Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams went toe to toe vs Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy. But the defense gave up 40 or more points for the 3rd time this season, most in the NFL. Was last night's battle enough to consider a moral victory or is the host of this show suggesting this upsetting you with this suggestion?! Join Greg Braggs Jr, Adam Rank, Phil Ottochian and Shayne Marsaw as we pick up the pieces with one regular season to game to go and the playoffs in sight. Tap in with the CHGO Bears After Dark crew!
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Dec 29, 2025 • 1h 8min
PICK YOUR POISON: How the Chicago Bears SHOULD Want Week 18 to Play Out | CHGO Bears
The Chicago Bears didn’t get the desired result in a loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football in NFL Week 17. Today, we look at the final moment in that game to see what went wrong on Caleb Williams’ last gasp attempt in the end zone with Adam Hoge’s ODK. Later, we analyze the Week 18 possibilities and ask ourselves, “who should the Bears want to play in the Wild Card Round of the Playoffs?” Professor Lance Briggs is back with his grades for Week 17…and the defense grades is NOT going to be pretty. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Lance Briggs on the CHGO Bears Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Dec 29, 2025 • 1h 17min
AFTERSHOW: San Francisco 49ers Escape Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears in TIGHT Finish | Brick by Brick
The Chicago Bears found themselves in a wild shootout against the San Francisco 49ers in NFL Week 17, coming up just short in a thrilling finish. Caleb Williams delivered a strong performance in the loss, connecting on multiple chunk plays to Luther Burden and Colston Loveland, while D’Andre Swift scored twice and eclipsed 1,000 rushing yards on the season. After Swift’s second touchdown tied the game at 35, the Bears took a 38–35 fourth-quarter lead on a Cairo Santos field goal before the 49ers responded with a Jauan Jennings touchdown. With two minutes left, Williams drove Chicago to the brink, but a final pass attempt near the end zone fell short as time expired. Postgame coverage of the Chicago Bears vs San Francisco 49ers NFL Week 17 matchup features former Chicago Bears Lance Briggs and Jerry Azumah, hosted by Greg Braggs Jr., breaking down the finish, standout performances, and what this close loss means moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


