Bear Necessities: Chicago Bears Podcast

Chicago Bears podcast hosts Austin and Reece react to the Bears trading two first-round picks for All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons, breaking down why he's the disruptive interior presence Dennis Allen's defense has been missing, how the trade frees up Grady Jarrett and Austin Booker, what it means for Montez Sweat, and whether Ryan Poles should still chase Khalil Mack or a cornerback before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Then they preview Monday Night Football against the Seattle Seahawks: Sam Darnold's downfield arm, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and the Seahawks' passing attack, Devon Witherspoon, Byron Murphy and Nick Emmanwori in a Mike Macdonald defense, why stopping the run is still the Bears' Achilles' heel after the Packers loss, Malik Muhammad and Tyrique Stevenson's injury questions, and Austin's trip to Seattle for the game. Plus the Bears' stadium news and why Kevin Warren is no longer involved in negotiations, and whether two firsts for Simmons was an overpay. Subscribe for Chicago Bears talk every week of the NFL season. For Business Inquiries please reach out to: [email protected]

Chicago Bears podcast hosts Austin and Reece recap the Bears' 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons — a complete win on all three phases with Caleb Williams back under center. They break down Kyler Gordon's dominant return from injury (three sacks, two forced fumbles blitzing off the edge), Dennis Allen's simulated pressures, DeAndre Swift's rushing touchdowns, Colston Loveland's goal line touchdown grab, Zayvion Thomas getting involved, the Roschon Johnson fumble that gave Atlanta life, shutting down Bijan Robinson, and Kyle Pitts scoring late. Then they preview Week 7 Thursday Night Football against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field: Drake Maye's mobility, attacking the Patriots' league-worst turnover differential, testing Kevin Byard deep, Marcus Jones matching up with Colston Loveland, the Vrabel vs. Ben Johnson chess match, Caleb Williams' revenge game after the 2024 draft, Christian Gonzalez and a Patriots defense that plays above its talent, and keys to the game on a short week. Subscribe for Chicago Bears talk every week of the NFL season. For Business Inquiries please reach out to: [email protected]

Chicago Bears podcast hosts Austin and Reece preview the Week 6 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. They break down Caleb Williams' return from injury against Michael Penix Jr., the Falcons' top-ranked run defense, the challenge of containing Bijan Robinson, Jaylon Johnson matching up with Drake London, Jesse Bates and a ball-hawking secondary, the Gervon Dexter trade debate and why Bears Twitter takes miss the scheme context, the pass rush without suspended Montez Sweat and injured Dayo Odeyingbo, Austin Booker's expanded role, red zone struggles that need fixing, Tyrique Stevenson's injury status, and score predictions for the noon kickoff. Plus a lookahead at Thursday Night Football against the Patriots and why the 24-team college football playoff is a cash grab. Subscribe for Chicago Bears talk every week of the NFL season. For Business Inquiries please reach out to: [email protected]

Chicago Bears podcast hosts Austin and Reece break down an ugly 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Tyson Bagent turned the ball over and was benched for Case Keenum, Ben Johnson's play calling gets scrutinized, and Jordan Love and the Packers offense embarrassed the Bears defense. They discuss the Rome Odunze fumble and lack of touches for Luther Burden, Montez Sweat's two-game suspension, Austin Booker's two-sack breakout, injuries piling up with Dayo Odeyingbo, T.J. Edwards and Tyrique Stevenson, Dennis Allen's secondary getting picked apart with Jaylon Johnson, Malik Muhammad and Dillon Thieneman, the NFC North standings at 3-2, and a lookahead at the Week 6 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons with Michael Penix injured and Caleb Williams' return on the horizon. Subscribe for Chicago Bears talk every week of the NFL season. For Business Inquiries please reach out to: [email protected]

Chicago Bears podcast hosts Austin and Reece preview the Week 5 NFC North showdown with the Green Bay Packers. They break down Tyson Bagent stepping in for the injured Caleb Williams, Luther Burden’s “we hate them, we want to make them quit” message, and what Ben Johnson’s offense needs to do against Matt LaFleur’s banged-up defense. They dig into the Packers’ injury woes, Josh Jacobs’ exempt list situation, the Bagent-Xavier McKinney matchup to watch, and whether the Bears’ front can take advantage. Plus, keys to the game and what could decide Chicago’s third straight win. Subscribe to Bear Necessities Podcast for Chicago Bears analysis throughout the NFL season, and leave a rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. For Business Inquiries please reach out to: [email protected]