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S7 EP #14: Inside report from OTA's with Bears reporter Mark Grote

2023-06-0755:33

We were joined this week by Bears reporter Mark Grote to get an inside report from the final week of OTA's at Halas Hall. Who's standing out? Which rookies are making a splash? Are the Bears actually moving from Arlington Heights? Grote answers all those questions and more to get you ready for the beginning of a busy Bears camp season.

S7 Ep. 13: 2023 Schedule breakdown | Games we're most looking forward to | Record predictions

2023-05-2401:03:49

We're late, we know. We know you've been waiting 10 days for us to reveal our thoughts on the Bears schedule and of course give a way-too-early prediction for the Bears 2023 record. We break down the Bears schedule game-by-game and determine the toughest and easiest stretches of the year. We finish this jam-packed episode with record predictions and surprisingly, Jake and Kevin might just be on the same page with how good they think the Bears can be next year. Be sure to subscribe on YouTube to never miss an episode LIVE.

S7 Ep. 12: Bears 2023 draft recap, reactions and breakdown

2023-05-0157:09

The 2023 draft has concluded and Jake Hasan and Kevin Lapka break down every pick the Bears made and why they made it. With full in-depth profiles of each player drafted, from Darnell Wright to Travis Bell, we explain why the Bears draft class has the ability to be a very solid group. Plus, one position wasn't addressed, but we have a solution to that just might put the Bears over the hump in 2023. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode of Bears Nation Podcast.

S7 Ep.11: Final Full 7-round mock drafts

2023-04-2401:01:16

With just 3 days until the draft, Jake Hasan and Kevin Lapka reveal their full 7-round Bears mock drafts. Both Jake and Kevin made significant trades (some up some down) including at pick #9. They give full analysis of each pick made and explore multiple possible scenarios the Bears can explore. Be sure to subscribe for full analysis following the draft.

S7 Ep 10: Ranking the top 10 prospects available to the Bears at #9 overall

2023-04-2101:14:54

We are just under a week from the NFL draft and we have released our final big board for players available at #9 overall. We do an in-depth breakdown of each player and explain why that player would be a good fit for the Bears. Jake and Kevin have a surprising proposition of who the best player on this list may be and the type of player they may become. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode as the draft is just 6 days away.

S7 Ep. 9: Bears Mock Draft 2.0 | LIVE SIMULATION

2023-04-0453:29

The draft is just three weeks away so we prep you for rounds 1-3 with a live mock draft WITHOUT TRADES. Jake and Kevin fix the holes across the Bears roster using just four picks in the first three rounds. PLUS, is Jalen Carter completely off the Bears' board? Part 1: Jalen Carter updates Part 2: LIVE MOCK DRAFT Make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode

S7 Ep. 8: Bears sign Foreman, Tonyan, Homer | Who should the Bears sign now? | Who to take at #9 now?

2023-03-2254:29

More singings are coming in and some Bears fans are pissed by Poles' lack of aggressiveness, but we explain why the Bears signings are high value and make sense given the direction of the franchise. We also give multiple players we think the Bears may still sign and breakdown what the direction will be for the 9th overall pick. Part 1: Breaking down D'onta Foreman, Robert Tonyan, Travis Homer Part 2: What the Bears should do with #9 Part 3: Other free agency signings the Bears can still make Be sure to subscribe for more content

S7 Ep. 7: Grading Bears free agency moves | Who they still should sign | Goodbye to the bad-man up north

2023-03-1601:08:40

Ryan Poles continues to show aggression this offseason as he makes a SPLASH on the first day of free agency and both Jake and Kevin give their in-depth analysis and thoughts on each of the moves made thus far. However, Poles isn't done so we run through the best fits among the remaining free agents and even propose a potential trade idea with one of the top offensive weapons in the league. And finally...it happened...the scary man from Green Bay can no longer haunt us as Aaron Rodgers intends to leave the NFC North and be a New York Jet next year. Part 1: Grading and analyzing free agency pick-ups Part 2: Who should the Bears still sign? Part 3: Kevin suggests a preposterous trade Part 4: Good riddance, Aaron Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode

S7 Ep. 6: BEARS TRADE #1 OVERALL, GET D.J. MOORE | Reactions and what it means

2023-03-1338:49

Jake and Kevin break down the biggest trade in Bears history as Ryan Poles collects not only future draft picks, but also a WR1 in D.J. Moore. We make a HUGE comparison to the D.J. Moore trade and detail how good he can be when paired with Justin fields. What do the Bears do at #9 now? We detail the lasting impact of the trade on not only the draft, but free agency as well for the Bears. Part 1: Trade implications and reactions Part 2: How good can D.J. Moore be? Part 3: What do the Bears do at #9 now? Part 4: Kevin placed a bet on a player... Make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode!

S7 Ep. 5: Free-agency preview | A Bears trade is imminent | Who boosted their stock post-combine

2023-03-0901:01:20

In the first episode with the On Tap Sports Network, Jake and Kevin give you an hour of jam-packed Bears content just a week away from free agency. We dive into the possibilities available to the Bears in the free-agency market and who is no longer available via the franchise tag. Plus, rumours are heating up about a potential Bears trade that could happen sooner rather than later. Also, who caught Jake and Kevin's eyes at the combine? All that and more as Bears Nation Podcast returns to the mic on a new network. Part 1: Bears trade down possibilties are expanded Part 2: When could a trade for #1 overall occur? Part 3: Franchise tag implications for Bears offseason Part 4: Top and most likely free agent targets Be sure to subscribe to never miss a minute of content.

S7 Ep. 3: 2023 Free-agency targets snake draft | Potential cap-casualties | Defensive player grades

2023-01-2601:12:09

Jake and Kevin return to grade (almost) every player on the defense including drastically different grades for certain players like Eddie Jackson and Dominique Robinson. How many players were graded an F? (MANY). Throughout the show, Jake and Kevin discuss who the potential cap casualties for the Bears could be this offseason and you might be shocked how much money can be gained through certain player cuts. To close the show, we go back and forth drafting the best free-agent moves the Bears can make this off-season. Let us know who had the better top 5!

S7 Ep. 2: Kevin Warren hiring | Should the Bears resign Monty or target Pollard in FA? | Bears 2022 offensive player grades

2023-01-2001:20:10

We kickoff the offseason officially with a loaded episode. We begin with a breakdown of the Kevin Warren hiring including reactions to his initial press conference. How much does he change the landscape of the team? We answer that and also answer the question of whether David Montgomery will be resigned or if a FA RB piques our interest. We finish the show by grading EACH key offensive player's season. Part 1: Kevin Warren hiring reaction Part 2: Pollard, Monty, Herbert. How do Bears attack the RB group? Part 3: Offensive player grades for 2022. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode this season

S7 Ep. 1: BEARS GET #1 OVERALL! | Why it matters and what they should do with it

2023-01-1057:35

The Bears executed the tank PERFECTLY and have thus secured the #1 overall pick. Jake and Kevin discuss what the most optimal scenario is for the Bears in the draft and why taking a QB would be "the most colossal tactical error in NFL history." This impassioned episode is jam-packed with excitement and optimism as the Bears enter the most important 4 month stretch in team history. Part 1: Bears get #1 Part 2: Best option for Bears in draft Part 3: Why drafting a QB is stupid Part 4: New Soldier Field renderings

PETERMAN TIME! | Can the Bears get No. 1 overall? | Mock offseason

2023-01-0657:27

We know an extensive preview of Bears-Vikings probably isn't what you want to listen to, so we avoided that at all costs. We break down the possibility the Bears get number one overall and what else to watch for in week 18. We also run through a mock-offseason Kevin did and pinpoint specific names to target once FA comes around. Kevin also rants about pundits and "experts" who are willing to suggest the Bears should consider drafting a quarterback.

Should the Bears trade for a WR? | Bears close to hiring Kevin Warren | Bears-Lions Preview

2022-12-3001:09:03

Jake and Kevin bring you a JAM-PACKED episode full of debate and speculation. The Bears are close to hiring a new President/CEO so we discuss that possibility and why Kevin Warren is a solid name. Turmoil has ensued in Vegas, making a certain player potentially available via trade. We list 4 MAJOR names at WR and what the return/likelihood is they'll be traded. Rundown: Part 1: Kevin Warren news, will new CEO have a say in football? Part 2: Updated draft strategy. How significant is #1 overall? Part 3: Potential WR trades in the offseason, who are the best names? Part 4: Bears - Lions Predictions

Holiday Episode! | Bears face Bills in frigid temps, this or that, could Santa be a better OL than some guys on the Bears?

2022-12-2301:09:02

Happy holidays! A fun episode with Kevin Lapka and Kellyn Gerenstein brings you a full 1hr & 10 minutes of Bears content....and more. We dove in to the Bears-Bills matchup, Justin Fields' pro bowl snub, holiday this or that and more fun Bears/holiday talk. If you're going to the game, STAY WARM! We appreciate all of you and hope you all have a wonderful holiday season. Part 1: Bears-Bills breakdown Part 2: Pro Bowl snubs, should they add an in-season pro-bowl? Part 3: This or that, could Santa play OL? Part 4: Bold Predictions and Game predictions

What we learned: Will Fields make pro-bowl? | Updated draft strategy

2022-12-2058:04

The Bears lost, but as Kevin explained, we are in the discovery phase of the season and we learned A LOT from sunday's game. Plus, the Bears are now flexed into the #2 overall pick, opening the opportunity for more draft possibilities. Part 1: Bears-Eagles recap Part 2: Concern for Poles drafting skill players? Part 3: Updated draft strategy Part 4: Can Fields make pro-bowl?

What we learned: Bears lose 28-19 to Packers | Offseason breakdown

2022-12-0701:00:45

Jake Hasan, Kevin Lapka and Kellyn Gerenstein turn the eyes to 2023 for a majority of this episode to discuss how the Bears can be in the position possible come next year. Plus, did Fields outplay Rodgers on Sunday? Part 1: Fields, Bears breakdown vs. Packers Part 2: Will the NFL ever implement anti-tanking provisions? Part 3: Will the Bears target a WR via trade this offseason? Make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode!

Fields vs. Rodgers Episode 3 | Predictions & Analysis

2022-12-0258:24

The Bears face their storied rival once again but does this one mean as much? We debate how intense the game will be in comparison to a usual Bears-Packers bout and whether Justin Fields will truly be at 100%. We also suggest different draft scenarios and the implications this game has on draft order and strategy for the Bears.

What we learned: Bears lose to Falcons 27-24, Fields injures shoulder

2022-11-2258:00

The Chicago Bears found another way to lose, but this time at the extent of the quarterback. We break down what happened in the loss and how it affects the future of the team going forward now that they're slated to have a top-3 pick. Part 1: Fields injury Part 2: Getsy play-calling, Claypool not a ton of snaps Part 3: Draft update Part 4: Other quick hits Make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode

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