🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer, Jack McGrath & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & Underdog Fantasy
On today’s episode, Courtney Cronin breaks down the Chicago Bears’ biggest flaw — the defense — and explains how the team must mitigate defensive shortcomings if they want to make real noise down the stretch and into the playoffs.
The crew discusses what the Bears can realistically do to win despite a struggling defense, how Ben Johnson’s offense may need to compensate, and what adjustments are critical for sustained success.
They also turn their attention to a big Bears vs. Lions preview, breaking down key matchups, storylines, and what Chicago must do to compete against Detroit on Sunday.
👇 Episode Highlights:
Courtney Cronin on the Bears’ biggest flaw
How Chicago can win despite defensive struggles
Adjustments needed for postseason success
Bears vs Lions matchup preview
🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, insider reporting & game previews from ESPN Chicago!
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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer, Jack McGrath & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & Underdog Fantasy
On today’s episode, Courtney Cronin breaks down the Chicago Bears’ biggest flaw — the defense — and explains how the team must mitigate defensive shortcomings if they want to make real noise down the stretch and into the playoffs.
The crew discusses what the Bears can realistically do to win despite a struggling defense, how Ben Johnson’s offense may need to compensate, and what adjustments are critical for sustained success.
They also turn their attention to a big Bears vs. Lions preview, breaking down key matchups, storylines, and what Chicago must do to compete against Detroit on Sunday.
👇 Episode Highlights:
Courtney Cronin on the Bears’ biggest flaw
How Chicago can win despite defensive struggles
Adjustments needed for postseason success
Bears vs Lions matchup preview
🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, insider reporting & game previews from ESPN Chicago!
📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown #CourtneyCronin #BenJohnson #BearsVsLions #UnderdogFantasy
Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today, sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars - that’s promo code CBP
Bears DOMINATE the Eagles on Black Friday! Ben Johnson Puts Chicago on Top of the NFC
The Chicago Bears Podcast
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1 month ago
Bears DOMINATE the Eagles on Black Friday! Ben Johnson Puts Chicago on Top of the NFC
The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling
Brought to you by Underdog Fantasy & The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
It’s Victory Monday, and the Chicago Bears wake up in 1st place in the NFC. Pat and Shea break down how the Bears got here, how long they can stay on top, and why this team’s physical identity is starting to overwhelm opponents.
Shea explains why he wants Ben Johnson and the Bears offense to lean even harder into bully ball, while Pat highlights how Chicago played the Eagles off the field with toughness and control. The guys also look ahead to a huge matchup next week — Bears vs. Packers — and debate whether Chicago actually holds the advantage.
Plus, Shea shares his Underdog Fantasy picks for Monday Night Football.
Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Bears are 1st in the NFC — how long can this last?
00:10:00 – Shea wants Ben Johnson & the Bears offense to lean into bully ball
00:17:00 – Bears played the Eagles off the field with physical play
00:26:30 – Underdog Fantasy for Monday Night Football
00:31:00 – Looking ahead to Bears vs Packers… do the Bears have the advantage?
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Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears coverage, analysis & insider reaction from ESPN Chicago!
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The Chicago Bears Podcast
🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer, Jack McGrath & ESPN’s Courtney Cronin
Brought to you by The Advantage Dealer Group & Underdog Fantasy
On today’s episode, Courtney Cronin breaks down the Chicago Bears’ biggest flaw — the defense — and explains how the team must mitigate defensive shortcomings if they want to make real noise down the stretch and into the playoffs.
The crew discusses what the Bears can realistically do to win despite a struggling defense, how Ben Johnson’s offense may need to compensate, and what adjustments are critical for sustained success.
They also turn their attention to a big Bears vs. Lions preview, breaking down key matchups, storylines, and what Chicago must do to compete against Detroit on Sunday.
👇 Episode Highlights:
Courtney Cronin on the Bears’ biggest flaw
How Chicago can win despite defensive struggles
Adjustments needed for postseason success
Bears vs Lions matchup preview
🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears analysis, insider reporting & game previews from ESPN Chicago!
📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #BearDown #CourtneyCronin #BenJohnson #BearsVsLions #UnderdogFantasy
Underdog Fantasy: Download the app today, sign up with promo code CBP to score SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS in Bonus Funds or Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollars - that’s promo code CBP