Ben Johnson faces his former team Sunday at Soldier Field as the Chicago Bears take on the Detroit Lions in a massive Week 18 showdown with the NFC No. 2 seed and NFL playoff positioning on the line. Hoge & Jahns break down why this revenge rematch is the biggest game of the season for Ben Johnson and how the Bears can write the perfect ending to an unforgettable year. We dive into the key injuries and their impact on both teams, look at how much Caleb Williams and the Bears offense have evolved since Week 2, and examine the Lions’ late-season spiral, including Jared Goff taking the most sacks of his NFL career. Plus, why this game could become the defining moment of Ben Johnson’s first season as Bears head coach.

Tom Waddle joins Hoge & Jahns as the 2025 season comes to a close to reflect on the Chicago Bears’ remarkable year. They break down the Bears’ head coaching search, the hiring of Ben Johnson, and how top draft picks like Colston Loveland, Luther Burden, and Kyle Monangai helped shape this season. Plus, the guys look ahead to 2026 as the Bears prepare to face the Detroit Lions and enter the NFL Playoffs with hopes of clinching the No. 2 seed.

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears went toe-to-toe with the San Francisco 49ers in a shootout that came down to the final play. Caleb Williams delivered all night to keep Chicago score-for-score, with huge moments from rookies Colston Loveland and Luther Burden powering the Bears offense. The Chicago Bears defense struggled to slow down 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey, turning this into a pure offensive battle between two NFC contenders. With the Bears’ loss, the NFC’s No. 1 seed has slipped away, making the NFL playoff picture even tighter heading into the final stretch of the season. Join Adam Hoge & Adam Jahns as they dive right into it all!

Hoge & Jahns are back with a Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers preview as the Bears head to the Bay Area with playoff stakes on the line. With the No. 1 seed and the NFC North race hanging in the balance, Caleb Williams and Chicago look to make a statement against Brock Purdy and the 49ers. Vic Tafur of The Athletic joins the show with insider analysis on San Francisco, Purdy’s season, and the NFL Coach of the Year race involving Kyle Shanahan and Ben Johnson. Plus, the full Bears injury report, game predictions, picks, and what this matchup means for the NFL Playoff picture.

The Chicago Bears Pro Bowl selections are in, with Kevin Byard, Drew Dalman, and Joe Thuney earning honors as the Bears’ Pro Bowlers. Hoge & Jahns break down those selections and debate the biggest Chicago Bears Pro Bowl snubs. Former Bears long snapper Patrick Mannelly joins the show to dissect the Bears-Packers win, the season so far, and key players on the current Bears roster. Plus, the Chicago Bears prepare to meet the San Francisco 49ers this Sunday, with early thoughts on the matchup and key storylines.

The Chicago Bears PULLED IT OFF with an unbelievable overtime finish at Soldier Field. Caleb Williams CALLED GAME, firing a jaw-dropping walk-off touchdown to DJ Moore to defeat the Green Bay Packers and clinch the NFC North No. 1 spot. It took everything to get there. Cairo Santos came up CLUTCH late in the fourth quarter, keeping the Bears alive before Chicago recovered a massive onside kick to force overtime. Refusing to fold all night, the Bears made the plays when it mattered most and finished the job in front of a roaring home crowd Saturday night.Join Adam Hoge and Adam Jahns as they break down the wild comeback, the defining moments, and what this win means for the Bears in the NFL Playoff Picture after one of the most unforgettable nights at Soldier Field.

Hoge & Jahns are joined by Mike Heller to preview the biggest Bears–Packers showdown in recent memory. They discuss the impact of Micah Parsons’ injury for the Packers, the Bears missing Rome Odunze and Luther Burden, and a limited D’Andre Swift. Plus, Caleb Williams vs. Jordan Love talk, what’s at stake in this rivalry game, and game picks, bold predictions, and over/unders ahead of tomorrow night’s clash at Soldier Field.

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears get set for a Bears-Packers showdown at Soldier Field. Hoge & Jahns break down Caleb Williams vs. Jordan Love, what the Packers rematch means for the Bears, and how Chicago can flip the result after the loss in Green Bay. Former Bears fullback Jason McKie joins the show to talk Bears-Packers rivalry history, Soldier Field energy, and what this matchup means for the NFL playoff picture.

The Chicago Bears are back on top of the NFC North following a dominant 31–3 win over the Browns. Hoge & Jahns break down what went right, how the Bears took control early, and what this statement victory means for Chicago’s playoff positioning. Plus, key performances, coaching takeaways, and where the Bears stack up in the NFC moving forward

NFL Hall of Famer and Cleveland Browns legend Joe Thomas joins Hoge & Jahns to break down Sunday’s matchup at Soldier Field, followed by insight from Zac Jackson, Browns insider for The Athletic. We dive into the key matchups, how Caleb Williams can survive the Myles Garrett threat, and the story of the season: Chicago’s rapidly improving offensive line. Plus, we wrap up with our classic Three Big Questions, game picks, predictions, and over/unders.

It’s a Chicago Bears MAILBAG episode on Hoge & Jahns. Adam Hoge and Adam Jahns answer your biggest questions on Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson, the Bears offense, defensive schemes and what’s next as they prepare to meet the Browns in their week 15 matchup.

The Chicago Bears fell 28-21 to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field as the rivalry heats up once again. After a tough first half offensively, Ben Johnson made major halftime adjustments that sparked a second-half rally. Caleb Williams connected on big plays and brought the Bears back, but a late end-zone interception on 4th down ended Chicago’s comeback hopes. With another Bears–Packers matchup coming in just two weeks, the rivalry drama is only getting started.

Hoge & Jahns break down Bears–Packers Rivalry Week with how Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams can beat Matt LaFleur and Jordan Love this Sunday at Lambeau Field. We cover the Chicago Bears game plan, Green Bay matchups, and the impact of Micah Parsons heading into a huge NFC North showdown.

It’s BEARS–PACKERS Rivalry Week on Hoge & Jahns. Stacey Dales joins the show to break down Ben Johnson’s first matchup with Matt LaFleur, how Caleb Williams’ development is tracking as he heads into Lambeau, and what’s truly at stake for the Chicago Bears in this chapter of the rivalry.

Kevin Fishbain joins Hoge & Jahns as Bears–Packers week kicks off with the Chicago Bears sitting first in the NFC. What does this surge mean for the Bears? How do Caleb Williams’ numbers stack up, and how is Ben Johnson continuing to take this team to new heights?

The Chicago Bears are on TOP! Hoge & Jahns are LIVE after the Chicago Bears dominate the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai showed out in the run game, both rushing for 100+ yards. On the defensive side of the ball, Dennis Allen's scheme was unstoppable. The Bears are 9-3!

ALLCITY PHLY Eagles host Bo Wulf joins our preview show as the Chicago Bears get ready to take on the Philadelphia Eagles. We discuss what’s been going on with the Eagles, Jalen Carter’s level of impact, and why this will be a tough matchup with Ben Johnson vs. Vic Fangio.

Bears win FOUR straight after taking down the Steelers at Soldier Field.

Hoge & Jahns are here with a full Bears–Steelers PREVIEW — is it the Bears’ last shot at Aaron Rodgers? Steelers insider Mike DeFabo joins the show to break down Rodgers’ full practice participation, why he is expected to play, and what that means for Chicago’s game plan.

Dianna Russini joins Hoge & Jahns to break down what NFL teams really think about Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson. Plus — the latest news and rumors from around the NFL as Week 12 approaches.