Episodes

  • Stadium Shakeup: Indiana Emerging as Real Option for NEW Chicago Bears HOME!

    Stadium Shakeup: Indiana Emerging as Real Option for NEW Chicago Bears HOME!
    Feb 19 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago Hosted by Pat The Designer Guest Host: Jack McGrath New developments out of Indiana are adding another layer to the Bears’ ongoing stadium saga. Pat and Jack break down the latest details surrounding the proposed Indiana stadium bills and what they could mean for the Chicago Bears as the franchise continues evaluating long-term options. How realistic is state support? And how does this potential path compare to other routes the organization has explored? The guys dive into political momentum, financial implications, public funding questions, and what it all signals about the Bears’ leverage and long-term strategy. 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, breaking stadium updates, and in-depth conversations from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more Bears coverage and podcast clips. #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #BearDown #BearsStadium #Indiana #StadiumTalk #BearsNews #NFL #ChicagoSports #PatTheDesigner
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    20 mins
  • Bears Trade Report: DJ Moore For Maxx Crosby Makes Too Much Sense!

    Bears Trade Report: DJ Moore For Maxx Crosby Makes Too Much Sense!
    Feb 16 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & Avondale Roofing Are the Chicago Bears staring at a no-brainer blockbuster trade? Pat and Shea debate the bold idea of DJ Moore for Maxx Crosby and whether Ryan Poles should make an aggressive move to land an elite pass rusher this offseason. The guys also examine whether Tremaine Edmunds’ time in Chicago could be limited, how the Bears may need to maneuver around the salary cap, and why the NFL landscape could look very different next season. Plus — with Bradley Chubb hitting the open market, should the Bears pounce and address their pass rush immediately? 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – A no-brainer trade? DJ Moore for Maxx Crosby 00:10:00 – Is Tremaine Edmunds’ time in Chicago limited? 00:16:00 – Salary cap games Ryan Poles may have to play & how the NFL could shift 00:24:00 – Bradley Chubb hits the market: should the Bears make a move? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears offseason rumors, trade talk & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown #RyanPoles #DJMoore #MaxxCrosby #BradleyChubb #TremaineEdmunds #BearsOffseason
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    32 mins
  • ESPN 2026 Mock Draft: Zion Young Projected to Bears at No. 25 | Full Breakdown

    ESPN 2026 Mock Draft: Zion Young Projected to Bears at No. 25 | Full Breakdown
    Feb 12 2026
    The latest ESPN 2026 Mock Draft once again has the Chicago Bears selecting Zion Young with the 25th overall pick — and Pat The Designer breaks down why this projection keeps resurfacing. With Zion Young consistently mocked to Chicago, Pat dives deep into the prospect’s game, skill set, and long-term upside. What makes Young such a popular fit for the Bears? And how does his playing style align with where the roster and defense could be headed in 2026? Pat also examines positional value, draft philosophy, and what repeated mock draft projections can reveal about team needs and league perception. Is Zion Young the kind of pick that could help solidify the Bears’ future in the trenches? Plus, Pat discusses how early mock drafts shape expectations, what to watch for as the draft process unfolds, and how Ryan Poles may be thinking about roster construction beyond the immediate offseason. 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, offseason insight, and in-depth conversations from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more Bears coverage and podcast clips. #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #RyanPoles #BearDown #NFL #NFLDraft #2026NFLDraft #ZionYoung #BearsDraft #BearsOffseason #DefensiveLine #PatTheDesigner #NFLDiscussion Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today, sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars — that’s promo code CBP.
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    22 mins
  • History Warns the Bears: “All-In” Moves Usually End Badly!

    History Warns the Bears: “All-In” Moves Usually End Badly!
    Feb 11 2026
    History has a way of repeating itself — and for the Chicago Bears, “all-in” moves haven’t always ended well. With speculation growing around potential blockbuster targets like **Myles Garrett** and **Maxx Crosby**, Pat The Designer takes a hard look at whether the Bears should think twice before paying top dollar for a superstar edge rusher. Do splashy, aggressive moves actually bring sustained success — or do they usually come with long-term consequences? Pat breaks down past Bears decisions, league-wide examples of teams going all-in too soon, and how **Ryan Poles** should approach roster building as Chicago continues its climb toward contention. Is this team truly one elite defender away, or would massive contracts limit flexibility and slow the rebuild? Plus, Pat dives into offseason philosophy, lessons from successful franchises, and what smart aggression really looks like in today’s NFL. 🎧 **Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, offseason insight, and in-depth conversations from ESPN Chicago!** 📱 Follow for more Bears coverage and podcast clips. #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #RyanPoles #BearDown #NFL #BearsOffseason #MylesGarrett #MaxxCrosby #NFLFreeAgency #DefensiveLine #RosterBuilding #PatTheDesigner #NFLDiscussion #BearsHistory **Underdog Fantasy:** Download the app today, sign up with promo code **CBP** to score **SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS** in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first **FIVE dollars** — that’s promo code **CBP**
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    25 mins
  • Trenches Win Championships: Why the Bears’ D-Line Is the Next Priority

    Trenches Win Championships: Why the Bears’ D-Line Is the Next Priority
    Feb 9 2026
    With the Super Bowl officially in the rearview, the NFL offseason is now underway — and the Chicago Bears have big questions to answer. After watching how dominant this year’s champion Seattle Seahawks were on defense, especially in the trenches, Pat The Designer and Shea Norling dive into how aggressive Ryan Poles should be when it comes to bolstering the Bears’ defensive line in 2026. How important is winning up front? Should the Bears prioritize the trenches as they build toward contention? The guys break down roster philosophy, offseason strategy, and what lessons Chicago can take from championship-level defenses. Plus, Pat and Shea touch on the college basketball season, share their Super Bowl Sunday experiences, and discuss the potential moves we could see the Bears make this offseason. 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, offseason insight, and in-depth conversations from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more Bears coverage and podcast clips. #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #RyanPoles #BearDown #NFL #NFLDraft #NFLFreeAgency #BearsOffseason #DefensiveLine #PatTheDesigner #SheaNorling #Seahawks #CollegeBasketball #NFLDiscussion Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today, sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars — that’s promo code CBP.
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    1 hr
  • How Far Are the Bears From THEIR Super Bowl? Courtney Cronin Helps Break it Down!

    How Far Are the Bears From THEIR Super Bowl? Courtney Cronin Helps Break it Down!
    Feb 6 2026
    🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago Hosted by Pat The Designer Guest Host: Courtney Cronin As the NFL world turns its attention to the Super Bowl showdown between the Seahawks and the Patriots, Pat The Designer is joined by ESPN Bears reporter Courtney Cronin to take a hard look inward at the Chicago Bears. How far away are the Bears from competing on the NFL’s biggest stage? What pieces are already in place — and what’s still missing — for Chicago to realistically chase a Super Bowl run of their own? Pat and Courtney break down roster construction, organizational direction, and the gap between where the Bears are now and where championship contenders live. It’s a reality check with an eye toward the future, framed by what it actually takes to get to the big game. 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, NFL playoff insight, and in-depth conversations from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more Bears coverage and podcast clips. #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #SuperBowl #BearDown #CourtneyCronin #PatTheDesigner #NFLPlayoffs #Seahawks #Patriots #BearsAnalysis #NFLDiscussion Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today, sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars - that’s promo code CBP For More Bears
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    25 mins
  • Chicago Bears Hire New RB coach Eric Studesville! What this shows about Ben Johnson!

    Chicago Bears Hire New RB coach Eric Studesville! What this shows about Ben Johnson!
    Feb 5 2026
    Bears Hire New RB Coach Eric Studesville! What does this move really say about offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and the direction of the Chicago Bears offense? Pat The Designer is joined by former NFL fullback Jason McKie to break down the Bears’ decision to hire veteran running backs coach Eric Studesville and why this hire could be more important than it looks on the surface. The guys discuss Studesville’s long NFL résumé, his work with elite backs, and how his presence fits into Ben Johnson’s offensive philosophy. They dive into what this tells us about how much control and influence Ben Johnson has over the coaching staff, how the Bears plan to deploy their running game in 2026, and what this could mean for player development, scheme versatility, and locker-room leadership. Pat and McKie also talk about how this hire impacts the current RB room and the overall identity the Bears are trying to build on offense. Is this a quiet but significant move? A signal that Ben Johnson is fully putting his stamp on the offense? Or just another smart veteran addition to steady a young team? The guys break it all down. 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, offseason debates & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! Brought to you by Avondale Roofing & Underdog Fantasy 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown #BearsNews #BenJohnson #EricStudesville #BearsCoaching #JasonMcKie #NFLTalk #BearsOffense #UnderdogFantasy Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today, sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars - that’s promo code CBP
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    51 mins
  • Bears Eye Northwest Indiana?! Stadium Move Talk & What It Means for Chicago | Pat The Designer & Jurko

    Bears Eye Northwest Indiana?! Stadium Move Talk & What It Means for Chicago | Pat The Designer & Jurko
    Feb 4 2026
    Bears to Indiana?! As of February 2026, the Chicago Bears are seriously considering a potential move to Northwest Indiana — and Pat The Designer and Jurko break down what that could actually mean for the franchise, the fans, and the city of Chicago. The guys discuss why the stadium situation has reached a critical point, what Northwest Indiana brings to the table compared to Chicago and Arlington Heights, and whether ownership could realistically pull the trigger on a move. Pat and Jurko dive into the financial incentives, political hurdles, fan backlash, and how a relocation (even a short one across state lines) could reshape the Bears’ future. They also debate how this impacts player perception, revenue, tradition, and whether Bears fans would follow the team — or revolt. Is this real leverage? A negotiation tactic? Or the beginning of a shocking new chapter in Bears history? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, offseason debates & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! Brought to you by Avondale Roofing & Underdog Fantasy 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown #BearsStadium #NorthwestIndiana #BearsNews #NFLTalk #BearsOwnership #PatTheDesigner #Jurko #UnderdogFantasy Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today and sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in bonus funds or bonus entries when you play your first FIVE dollars — that’s promo code CBP.
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    46 mins