🐻 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
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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 vs Packers: Chicago Bears Stand Tall Despite Loss | Key Takeaways & Breakdown
The Chicago Bears Podcast
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Bears vs Packers: Chicago Bears Stand Tall Despite Loss | Key Takeaways & Breakdown
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
The Chicago Bears fall to the Green Bay Packers 28–21, and Pat & Shea break down the loss from every angle. Despite the defeat, the Bears showed they were up to the test, and the guys explain why the performance still reveals meaningful growth.
They dive into the key takeaways from the loss, including the late-game interception from Caleb Williams, and why this result should serve as a refocus moment for the team moving forward.
Shea also lays out why 11 wins may not be enough to make the playoffs in a loaded NFC, before Pat and Shea discuss their concerns around Jaylon Johnson and what his status means for the defense.
Plus — Underdog Fantasy picks for Monday Night Football.
Episode Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Bears, despite loss, were up to the test vs. Packers
00:08:00 – Key takeaways & Caleb’s late-game interception
00:17:00 – Why this is a refocus moment for the Bears
00:25:00 – Shea explains why 11 wins may not be enough in the NFC
00:34:00 – Jaylon Johnson concern level
00:43:00 – Underdog Fantasy for Monday Night Football
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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