Episodes

  • Bears vs Vikings Preview: Ben Johnson the Key to a Bears Win

    Bears vs Vikings Preview: Ben Johnson the Key to a Bears Win
    Sep 5 2025
    The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and Jason McKie, brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group and Avondale Roofing. It’s a big Monday Night Football preview as the Bears get set to face the Vikings in a crucial NFC North matchup. Pat and Jason break down the keys to the game, from Caleb Williams’ showdown against Brian Flores’ defense to the latest injury updates heading into kickoff. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Focus on the divisional matchup on MNF 00:06:00 – Why Ben Johnson has the edge over Brian Flores 00:10:00 – Latest Bears injury updates & who will be available at RB 00:24:00 – Jason McKie’s keys to the game #ChicagoBears #DaBears #CalebWilliams #BearsVsVikings #NFL #JasonMcKie
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    29 mins
  • Bears vs Vikings MNF Preview: Can Ben Johnson Outshine O’Connell? | w/Pete Bercich & Courtney Cronin

    Bears vs Vikings MNF Preview: Can Ben Johnson Outshine O’Connell? | w/Pete Bercich & Courtney Cronin
    Sep 4 2025
    The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and ESPN’s Courtney Cronin, brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. On today’s show, special guest Vikings Analyst Pete Bercich joins to preview and break down Monday Night Football: Bears vs Vikings. From Caleb Williams’ matchup against Brian Flores’ defense to JJ McCarthy’s outlook as a rookie, the crew covers it all. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Special guest Vikings Analyst Pete Bercich previews Bears vs Vikings MNF 00:04:00 – How Ben Johnson’s offense impacts Caleb Williams vs Vikings defense 00:12:30 – Vikings insider perspective on rookie QB JJ McCarthy 00:19:00 – Why the Bears’ TEs are a problem for the Vikings defensive scheme 00:28:00 – Can the Vikings build off their strong 2023 season? 00:36:00 – Bears vs Vikings game predictions Check out Pete Bercich’s YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/@petebercich56?si=nrS-ifVh8cw2hSKQ #ChicagoBears #DaBears #CalebWilliams #BearsVsVikings #NFL #CourtneyCronin #PeteBercich
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    39 mins
  • Bears Biggest Concern: Protecting Caleb or Pass Rush Struggles?

    Bears Biggest Concern: Protecting Caleb or Pass Rush Struggles?
    Sep 3 2025
    The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago's Jurko, brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth and Avondale Roofing. With Week 1 against the Minnesota Vikings just days away, Pat and Jurko break down all the key storylines for Bears fans. From the biggest concerns heading into the season opener, to how the Bears can attack rookie QB JJ McCarthy, to Jurko’s personal tips for Dayo Odeyingbo, the guys give you everything you need to know. Plus, Jurko shares what first-year coaches usually struggle with most and makes his Bears vs Vikings prediction. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00:00 – Biggest concerns for the Bears heading into Week 1 vs Vikings 00:05:00 – Jurko’s tips for Dayo Odeyingbo to be more effective 00:16:00 – The best way to confuse rookie QB JJ McCarthy 00:21:00 – What first-year coaches struggle with the most 00:27:00 – Jurko’s Bears vs Vikings prediction #ChicagoBears #DaBears #NFL #BearsVsVikings #BearsPodcast
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    25 mins
  • Bears News: Jaylon Johnson Injury Update + LT Starter Named! w/Courtney Cronin

    Bears News: Jaylon Johnson Injury Update + LT Starter Named! w/Courtney Cronin
    Sep 2 2025
    The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and ESPN's Courtney Cronin, brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group and Avondale Roofing. Pat and Courtney break down everything from Halas Hall today — from Jaylon Johnson’s injury update, to Ben Johnson naming Braxton Jones the starting left tackle (without much confidence), to the captains being named for the season. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00:00 – Jaylon Johnson talks with the media about his injury 00:08:00 – Ben Johnson names Braxton Jones the starting LT (but doesn’t sound confident) 00:15:00 – Bears captains for the season revealed #ChicagoBears #DaBears #NFL #BearsNews #BearsPodcast
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    31 mins
  • Ben Johnson Will Lead Bears to NFC North Title THIS YEAR

    Ben Johnson Will Lead Bears to NFC North Title THIS YEAR
    Aug 28 2025
    The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and Shea Norling is brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. Today, Pat and Shea debate whether new Bears head coach Ben Johnson has raised the bar enough to make the Bears legitimate contenders in the NFC North. With expectations growing around Caleb Williams and an improved roster, is it fair to start talking division title for Chicago? #ChicagoBears #DaBears #NFL #NFCNorth #PatTheDesigner #SheaNorling
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    36 mins
  • Bears Secondary Hit With ANOTHER Injury! | Latest Roster Moves

    Bears Secondary Hit With ANOTHER Injury! | Latest Roster Moves
    Aug 27 2025
    The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer is brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. Pat gives fans the latest updates from Halas Hall, including Chicago Bears roster moves, practice squad announcements, and injury news. With injuries starting to pile up, what does it mean for the team heading into Week 1? Plus, Pat shares what he saw at practice, including a fun moment on the field and rookie Kiran Amagadjie working inside at guard. ⏰ Timestamps 00:00:00 – Quick Update on Bears Roster Signings & Practice Squad Announcements 00:0500 – Bears Injuries Are Mounting as Key Playmakers Leave Practice 00:13:00 – Pat The Designer’s Observations from Halas Hall Practice 00:20:00 – Kiran Amagadjie Moves to Guard at Practice #ChicagoBears #Bears #NFL #DaBears #HalasHall #PatTheDesigner
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    22 mins
  • Bears 53 Man Roster Revealed: Ryan Poles STILL Searching For Answers | w/Courtney Cronin

    Bears 53 Man Roster Revealed: Ryan Poles STILL Searching For Answers | w/Courtney Cronin
    Aug 26 2025
    The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and ESPN’s Courtney Cronin is brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. The Chicago Bears 53-man roster is officially set, but major questions remain. Pat and Courtney react to what they saw at Halas Hall after Bears offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and GM Ryan Poles spoke to the media. From Braxton Jones at left tackle to the WR/TE rooms being loaded, and from the thin Bears running back depth to lingering questions about the pass rush and Jaylon Johnson’s injury, we break down everything you need to know ahead of Week 1. Plus, is Ryan Poles missing on too many draft picks? ⏰ Timestamps 00:00 – Chicago Bears 53-Man Roster is Set but Questions Remain 07:00 – Braxton Jones Locking Down LT & The Ozzy Trapilo Draft Question 15:00 – Bears WR & TE Rooms Look Loaded 23:00 – RB Room is a Weakness and Very Thin 26:00 – Ryan Poles Can’t Be Done with the Pass Rush 32:30 – Bears Secondary Health + Jaylon Johnson Injury Mystery 37:45 – Ryan Poles Cutting His Own Draft Picks #ChicagoBears #Bears #NFL #DaBears #RyanPoles #BenJohnson #CourtneyCronin #PatTheDesigner
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    50 mins
  • Bears vs Chiefs Review: Caleb Sack Issues, Defense Struggles… But No Panic Yet

    Bears vs Chiefs Review: Caleb Sack Issues, Defense Struggles… But No Panic Yet
    Aug 25 2025
    On this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and Shea Norling, brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group and Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, the guys give a full recap of the Bears vs Chiefs preseason matchup. From Caleb Williams’ sack concerns to the glaring issues with the pass rush, they break down what Bears fans should really take away from Friday night’s game. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Concern level after poor showing vs Chiefs + Caleb needs to STOP taking sacks 00:12:30 The Bears have a real issue with the pass rush and no solution in sight 00:18:00 Why the defense will look different in the regular season 00:24:30 Realistic expectations for the Bears after preseason & training camp 00:36:00 Bears 53-man roster gets ironed out + any RB help available? #ChicagoBears #NFL #Bears
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    44 mins