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The Bears made their moves, and now it's time to break them all down. On this episode of the Chicago Draft Room podcast, we're grading Chicago's first wave of free agency — Coby Bryant, Garrett Bradbury, Jedrick Wills, and more — and unpacking exactly how each signing reshapes the Bears' draft strategy heading into April.Then we get into the biggest storyline in the NFL right now: Maxx Crosby. Baltimore backed out, the Raiders are back on the market, and the Bears are reportedly in the conversation. What's the right price to bring Mad Maxx to Chicago?In this episode:Coby Bryant's 3-year, $40M deal — is safety off the board in the draft?Garrett Bradbury and the center situation post-Drew DalmanWhat Jedrick Wills and Braxton Jones mean for the OT draft pictureHow free agency reshapes Chicago's approach on the first two days of the NFL draft.The Maxx Crosby trade market reopens — what should the Bears give up?Updated draft priorities after wave one of free agencyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's a new T Formation Conversation from Lester A. Wiltfong Jr., and he's joined by Brendan Sugrue of the Bearswire! They recap the Chicago Bears' free agency moves thus far!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The Chicago Bears are reshaping the roster — and the 2025 NFL Draft is about to play a massive role. In this episode, we break down the DJ Moore trade that landed the Bears an extra 2nd round pick, giving them four selections in the first two days of the draft. Then, Drew Dalman's retirement throws a spotlight on center as a genuine need — and we dig into what that means for how Chicago approaches the board.With four picks in the first two rounds, the Bears have real firepower. We map out the positions they should be targeting, how the value stacks up across Days 1 and 2, and what a successful draft weekend actually looks like for this franchise.📌 In this episode:DJ Moore traded — Bears turn cap relief into 2nd round pick!Drew Dalman retires — center jumps up the needs list4 picks in the first two days: how do the Bears maximize them?Positions Chicago must address with their 4 picks in the top 90 in the 2025 NFL DraftChicago Draft Room is hosted by Jacob Infante (@JacobInfante24) and Ari Temkin (@arisports).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The Bears made a big move sending DJ Moore to Buffalo. Bill Zimmerman goes live to discuss DJ Moore, Maxx Crosby, and plenty of other Bears rumors!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Mac & Read discuss the shocking news of Drew Dalman's retirement, Chicago #Bears free agency speculation, and combine reactions. Plus, Oscar predictions and more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
JB & Lester are joined by our friend Khari Thompson to break down the Bears and the NFL Combine. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Windy City Gridiron's Khari Thompson is in Indy at the NFL Combine covering the event for us, and here's his latest check-in from the stadium recapping the defensive backs and more! #NFL #Bears #Draft Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Windy City Gridiron's Khari Thompson checks in from Indianapolis at the NFL Combine to share all his Chicago Bears thoughts! Which prospects are good fits, which aren't? Favorite players so far! Whose stock is rising!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Ari Temkin and Jacob Infante on our brand new show, the Chicago Draft Room! Ari and Jacob dive into the NFL Combine, discuss the Chicago Bears' needs and possible targets, hit on the latest rumors, and so much more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Taylor Doll is joined by former Missouri Offensive Coordinator, now Washington State Head Coach Kirby Moore. Moore was with Luther Burden his final two years at Mizzou, including his breakout season. They discuss Burden's strengths, what transfers well to the NFL, and his character on and off the field.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dan Bernstein joins Bill Zimmerman as they discuss a litany of topics, including the Super Bowl, the Bears' offseason, Maxx Crosby/Trey Hendrickson, DJ Moore, the stadium situation, the Ian Cunningham comp pick decision, and much, much more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Welcome to the latest episode of Bears Over Beers! This week, join our hosts Ryan and Bryan as they as they present their first episode of the Chicago Bears offseason.Bears Over Beers returns to put a bow on the end of the 2025 season and look ahead to our goals for the 2026 offseason. Plus, the topic nobody can escape: the Chicago Bears’ new stadium and the possibility of moving to Northwest Indiana. Is Arlington Heights still in play? Are we okay with Indiana?Plus, a Super Bowl preview.Go to https://surfshark.com/GRIDIRON or use code GRIDIRON at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Merch store: https://2nd-city-gridiron-shop.fourthwall.com/Follow Ryan: https://www.x.com/ryandrosteFollow Bryan: https://www.x.com/bryanorenchukAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Mac & Read discuss offseason Bears news, Super Bowl predictions, Bulls making trades, the 2026 Grammys, and more!Go to https://surfshark.com/GRIDIRON or use code GRIDIRON at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
JB & Lester talk Bears in Spain, departures in the front office, and a high-level guide to the start of free agency that's just around the corner.Go to https://surfshark.com/GRIDIRON or use code GRIDIRON at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Taylor Doll chats with former NFL Coach and current Boston College Head Coach Bill O'Brien about Chicago Bears left tackle Ozzy Trapilo and his time at BC. They discuss his size, versatility, and why he fits so well in a Ben Johnson offense protecting a quarterback like Caleb Williams. They also discuss the recent hire of Bears assistant coach Will Lawing and their 13 years together. They talk about Will's biggest strengths, helping an offensive staff and fitting in Chicago.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Mason West (@WestSportsPT) for the first 2026 off-season installment of Bear Bones!Today, the guys wrapped up the 2025-2026 season and began to look ahead. What cuts are coming? How do the Bears manage the cap? What are the needs going into this offseason?#DaBears #NFL #Offseason #2025NFLDraft #Bears #NFLFreeAgencyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The Chicago Bears lost to the Rams and ended their season, but what a season it was! Bill Zimmerman discusses the Rams game, the DJ Moore situation, Caleb Williams growth, Ben Johnson's presence, and so much more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Mac and Read reflect on an incredible Bears season, how the roster will look next year and what else to watch for in the offseason. Plus, NFL conference championship preview and more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
JB & Lester run through their usual categories on the Chicago Bears Divisional playoff loss to the LA Rams.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
What a tough way for the Chicago Bears' season to end; an overtime thriller against the Los Angeles Rams. Join Jacob Infante on his postgame show right here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy




















