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Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears
Locked On Bears podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Chicago Bears and the National Football League. Hosted by Pro Football Focus analyst Lorin Cox, the Locked On Bears podcast provides your daily Bears fix w...
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BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Besides Caleb Williams, which Chicago Bears player will DEFINE the 2026 season?
After Caleb Williams, who will define the 2026 Chicago Bears season? Is it Rome Odunze or Luther Burden? Where is the biggest upgrade and downgrade on...
Chicago Bears roster fully embodies Ben Johnson's culture of hard work, and it's already paying off
The Chicago Bears roster is already built to reflect Ben Johnson's culture of hard work, and it's why they've had so much success so quickly with play...
BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Is Caleb Williams ALREADY the BEST QB in the NFC North??
Is Caleb Williams a better QB than Jordan Love and Jared Goff? Which Chicago Bears veteran is under the most pressure? Where did Ryan Poles upgrade th...
Will Chicago Bears renewed focus on technique solve defensive line weakness? DL coach under scrutiny
The Chicago Bears are putting an extra emphasis on technique and fundamentals for the defensive line that is sticking with the same players from last...
Locked On 10 Year Anniversary: Chicago Bears turned around franchise trajectory over the last decade
The Locked On Podcast Network turns 10 years old today, so we're looking back at how far the Chicago Bears have come over the last 10 years.
We...
How Ben Johnson is preparing Caleb Williams to take the next step forward for Chicago Bears in 2026
Ben Johnson is pushing Caleb Williams to hone-in his ball placement and accuracy in an effort to boost his completion percentage and the Chicago Bears...
BEARS SQUAD SHOW: How MANY Chicago Bears players will land in the NFL Top 100 this year??
Who is the most under the radar Chicago Bears player for this season? How many players will end up in the NFL top 100 this year? Caleb Williams gettin...
New safety duo of Coby Bryant and Dillon Thieneman on fast track to elevate Chicago Bears defense
New Chicago Bears starting safeties Dillon Thieneman and Coby Bryant already look like play-makers at minicamp in their first few months with the team...
Chicago Bears injury update: Braxton Jones, Dayo Odeyingbo and Rome Odunze back on track at minicamp
Chicago Bears left tackle Braxton Jones is feeling healthy for the first time in a long time, and defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo is ahead of schedule in...
BEARS SQUAD SHOW: What happens if the Chicago Bears defense IS NOT better in 2026?
Is Dennis Allen on the hot seat if the Chicago Bears defense is not better in 2026? Is the future of Kyler Gordon in doubt? Will Dillon Thieneman or L...
How Ben Johnson is keeping Chicago Bears offense one step ahead of opposing defenses in Year 2
Ben Johnson isn't worried about opposing defenses figuring out the Chicago Bears' offense in his second year at the helm.
He has no shortage of...
Chicago Bears leave open last chance for Illinois to prevent official move to new stadium in Indiana
The Chicago Bears have shifted their focus to building a stadium in Hammond, Indiana, but a few obstacles still stand in the way.
The door is st...
Austin Booker primed for big step forward after strong finish to 2025 | Chicago Bears podcast
Austin Booker started flashing late in the 2025 season, and the Chicago Bears can make some small tweaks to his game to help him reach the next level...
BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Is Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams on his way to being the FACE of the NFL??
Caleb Williams landed the Madden cover, is the Chicago Bears QB set to be the face of the NFL?? Kevin Waren has no stadium still, Rome Odunze and Kyle...
What it would take for Caleb Williams to win MVP in 2026, plus other Chicago Bears award candidates
ESPN gave a bold prediction for Caleb Williams to win MVP this season, so we explore what that path would look like for the Chicago Bears.
We al...
Lingering injuries for Rome Odunze and Kyler Gordon are becoming major concern for Chicago Bears
Rome Odunze's foot may never get back to normal, and Kyler Gordon's ongoing soft tissue injuries are frustrating Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears.
Bounceback season from Grady Jarrett will be critical to Chicago Bears defensive resurgence in 2026
The Chicago Bears need Grady Jarrett to get back to a higher quality of play to help improve their significant weakness on the interior defensive line...
Chicago Bears stadium plans hang in limbo after failed legislation — Is Kevin Warren to blame?
The Chicago Bears still don't have an Illinois stadium bill after the state legislature convened its session without a deal in place, leaving the proc...
Caleb Williams completion percentage debate misses the bigger picture for Chicago Bears offense
Ben Johnson's emphasis on Caleb Williams' completion percentage is more about the offensive operation as a whole than just the quarterback's accuracy....
Ben Johnson hypes up Luther Burden at Chicago Bears OTAs, but don't sleep on Rome Odunze either
Ben Johnson says he's buying stock in Luther Burden at Chicago Bears OTAs, and for good reason. But that doesn't mean Rome Odunze is going to fall beh...
New edge rusher options emerging for Chicago Bears with Josh Sweat rumors and AJ Epenesa workout
The Chicago Bears worked out free agent edge rusher A.J. Epenesa right as trade rumors started heating up around Josh Sweat of the Arizona Cardinals.<...
BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Tyson Bagent said the Chicago Bears are going to the Super Bowl??
Tyson Bagent said the Chicago Bears are going to the Super Bowl? Is this something Caleb Williams backup should be saying? Jaylon Johnson not at OTAs...
Chicago Bears players who have the most at stake at OTAs and minicamp practices
OTAs are when the Chicago Bears' biggest roster battles officially begin and new players can make their first impression on the coaching staff.
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Chicago Bears will have NFL’s best TE trio in 2026 with Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet and Sam Roush
Ben Johnson will make the Chicago Bears' trio of Colston Loveland, Cole Kmet and Sam Roush the best tight end group in the NFL this year.
Teams...
Jaylon Johnson’s absence is nothing to worry about | Chicago Bears’ bigger concerns are at LT and DL
Jaylon Johnson isn't at Chicago Bears voluntary workouts, but it's not a real concern unless he misses mandatory practices.
Instead, the focus n...
Chicago Bears slow stadium progress increases doubts about Kevin Warren's leadership, fair or not
The Chicago Bears slow progress on a new stadium leaves doubts about Kevin Warren's leadership, but it's still too soon to judge the process fully.
Injuries and health are Chicago Bears biggest X-factors for 2026, and they’re taking risky approach
The Chicago Bears are lacking depth at key positions on both sides of the ball tha run a serious risk for injuries derailing their 2026 season.
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BEARS SQUAD SHOW: What are the 4 KEY GAMES for the Chicago Bears in 2026?
What are the 4 key games for the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams & Ben Johnson in 2026? Where do D'Andre Swift & Kyle Monangai compare to the rest of th...
Are Chicago Bears doomed to regress in 2026? Or can Caleb Williams prove doubters wrong?
The Chicago Bears are a popular pick to regress in 2026, but fewer turnovers and 4th quarter comebacks doesn't mean the team will be worse in Ben John...
Chicago Bears offseason winners and losers: Less help for Caleb Willams, more toys for Dennis Allen
The Chicago Bears didn't add much for Caleb Williams this offseason, but they again put a lot of resources toward supporting Dennis Allen in free agen...
BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Breaking down the toughest & most important stretch of the Chicago Bears schedule!
The Chicago Bears schedule is out! What's the toughest stretch for Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams this year? The Bears are a major primetime team this...
Chicago Bears 2026 schedule packed with primetime games, perfect bye week and critical last stretch
The Chicago Bears have a tough schedule that will test them throughout the season, with the most important stretch coming in the final three games.
Chicago Bears 2026 schedule isn't as tough as strength of schedule rankings make it out to be
The Chicago Bears have the hardest strength of schedule in the NFL for the 2026 season, but the metric doesn't paint a very accurate picture of the sl...
What to expect from Dillon Thieneman and Logan Jones in rookie season with Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft picks don't have to be breakout stars to still be important contributors during their rookie season.
We compare...
BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Bigger EXPECTATIONS for Rome Odunze, Luther Burden or Loveland this year??
Do you have higher expectations for Rome Odunze, Luther Burden or Coleston Loveland this year? Where does Ben Johnson rank amongst head coaches in the...
Chicago Bears undrafted rookies to watch: Tackling-breaking RB, developmental QB and O-Line bully
The Chicago Bears' 14 undrafted rookies include the best tackle-breaking RB in the draft, a backup QB from Caleb Williams' past and some mean blockers...
Dennis Allen has to fix Chicago Bears pass rush with better coaching, or he’ll be on the hot seat
The Chicago Bears insist their defensive line is talented enough and just need to be coached better. That puts all the pressure on Dennis Allen.
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BEARS SQUAD SHOW: What will be the most IMPORTANT camp battles across the Chicago Bears roster?
Tyrique Stevenson vs Malik Muhammad? Left tackle? What are the most important camp battles for the Chicago Bears this offseason. The latest on a new s...
Chicago Bears loss of Zah Frazier creates concern about cornerback depth after injury-filled season
The Chicago Bears depth at cornerback has real concerns after the team waived former fifth-round pick Zah Frazier.
After all of the injuries at...
Chicago Bears found athletic freak DT in sixth-round hidden gem Jordan van den Berg | Where he fits
Chicago Bears sixth-round pick Jordan van den Berg was one of the most impressive athletes in the NFL Draft and has a real shot to make the 53-man ros...