Best Lorin Cox Podcasts (2025)

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BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Should the Chicago Bears go ALL IN and trade for Micah Parsons?? 58:20

8h ago58:20

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Should the Bears try and trade for Micah Parsons after he requested a trade?? How high is the ceiling for the Chicago Bears and Caleb Williams this year? How low is he floor? Is Montez Sweat or someone else the most important player on the defensive side of the ball this year? All that and more on this episode of the Bears Squad Show. Support Us By…

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Ben Johnson’s new culture is already shining through at Chicago Bears training camp 30:13

4h ago30:13

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Ben Johnson talked about changing the Chicago Bears culture, and now we're seeing real evidence of it at training camp. Players and coaches are getting real accountability, and team leaders like Caleb Williams are clearly buying in to the message from the top. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4…

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Tyrique Stevenson’s starting job in jeopardy with new battle emerging at Chicago Bears training camp 29:59

2d ago29:59

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The Chicago Bears have a major cornerback battle for Tyrique Stevenson at training camp, but it's not against any player we expected. We take a deep dive into the emergence of Nahshon Wright and also the evolving role of Kyler Gordon in the secondary. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGH…

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Why Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears offense will look different than Detroit Lions offense 30:15

3d ago30:15

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Ben Johnson's weapons on the Chicago Bears can do things that his receivers on the Detroit Lions couldn't do. That's going to make the offense around Caleb Williams look different than the offense around Jared Goff. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: …

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BEARS SQUAD SHOW: How much PRESSURE is Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams ACTUALLY under this season? 1:01:30

3d ago1:01:30

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Does the arrival of Ben Johnson really ramp up the pressure that much for Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams? DJ Moore says the culture is changing, Luther Burden is back and Rome Odunze has people very excited. The latest on the offensive line and more in this episode of The Bears Squad Show! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Go to…

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Key injuries to new Chicago Bears early at training camp could influence final 53 man roster 29:15

4d ago29:15

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Chicago Bears rookie defensive tackle Shemar Turner is going to be out for most of training camp, right as rookie wide receiver Luther Burden returned to practice. Their health, plus an injury to new pass rusher Tanoh Kpassagnon, will go along way toward determining which players make the final 53-man roster. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTu…

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How to decipher conflicting Chicago Bears training camp reports about Caleb Williams struggles 30:36

4d ago30:36

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Chicago Bears fans are wasting their time living and dying by every good or bad update about Caleb Williams at training camp practices. Early struggles are part of the learning and growing process, and success at practice doesn't tell us much about how the team will do in the regular season. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.yo…

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BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Caleb Wiliams STRUGGLING at training camp? Should Chicago Bears fans be worried?? 55:10

7d ago55:10

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Caleb Williams is not having a strong start to training camp for the Chicago Bears. Is this concerning at all? Luther Burden & Jaylon Johnson are both hurt but Ben Johnson is making an immediate impact on the Bears it seems. Join Joe George & Lorin Cox on the debut episode of the Bears Squad Show! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Yahoo Fantas…

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Chicago Bears training camp: Luther Burden's lingering injury starting to become a problem 28:07

8d ago28:07

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Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver has been recovering from a soft tissue injury for multiple months. It's starting to become a real problem. The more training camp practice he misses, the smaller his role could be in Ben Johnson's offense. That could mean even more opportunity for Colston Loveland. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https:…

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Chicago Bears taking a risk with three-player left tackle battle at training camp 30:51

9d ago30:51

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The Chicago Bears left tackle battle is underway with a pecking order being established early. But it might not be the best approach for the offense. We check in on how the battle is starting, what the timeline could look like and how it could be improved. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1S…

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Chicago Bears finally add pass rusher, plus CB depth for injured Jaylon Johnson at training camp 30:22

10d ago30:22

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The signing of Tanoh Kpassagnon doesn't alleviate all of the Chicago Bears pass rush concerns, but he is definitely an upgrade over what Dennis Allen already have. Plus, Ryan Poles added Tre Flowers as extra cornerback depth because of Jaylon Johnson's unexpected injury, which might not be a huge deal but isn't a little deal either. - Subscribe to …

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Chicago Bears looking at veteran WR with Ben Johnson connection, but not for reason you might think 32:31

11d ago32:31

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The Chicago Bears brought in WR DJ Chark for a visit, but just because he played for Ben Johnson doesn't mean they're going to sign him. The Bears' supporting cast for Caleb Williams is already in a great spot. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https…

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Chicago Bears missing multiple players to start training camp, plus Jaylon Johnson wants a raise 30:07

12d ago30:07

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The Chicago Bears have multiple players sidelined for the very start of training camp, but it shouldn't be as big of a deal as it might sound. One of them is Jaylon Johnson, who is looking for a raise now that other cornerbacks are getting even bigger contracts. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMs…

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Chicago Bears training camp injury updates on Colston Loveland and Braxton Jones, plus Locked On Top 100 snubs 29:49

16d ago29:49

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Ahead of Chicago Bears training camp, we got good news and bad news with injury updates for Colston Loveland and Braxton Jones. Plus, the Locked on Podcast Network released its Top 100 NFL players, and the Bears had some key players who were snubbed. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA…

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Lessons for Ben Johnson from Matt Nagy winning Coach of the Year in first season with Chicago Bears 30:59

18d ago30:59

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Ben Johnson is the betting favorite to win NFL Coach of the Year, and he can learn a lot from what Matt Nagy went through when he won it in 2018. The first step is building a team good enough to win it, but the harder part is sustaining the success he achieves in the first year. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cha…

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What it will take for Cole Kmet and Colston Loveland to be NFL’s top tight end duo for Chicago Bears 30:22

19d ago30:22

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If Colston Loveland lives up to Top 10 expectations and Cole Kmet gets back into form, the Chicago Bears should have one of the NFL's best TE duos. They might require a little bit of patience, but the combination of talent in Ben Johnson's offense should set both of them up for success. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube…

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Chicago Bears have a Top 5 offensive line, if they can stay healthy in 2025 27:33

23d ago27:33

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The Chicago Bears' offensive line can be one of the best in the NFL this season, if new additions like Jonah Jackson and Drew Dalman can stay healthy. Their durability will be the difference between Ben Johnson's offense firing on all cylinders and the same ongoing OL issues continuing to plague the team. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: …

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Braxton Jones being overlooked and underrated in Chicago Bears offensive line rebuild 29:11

25d ago29:11

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Chicago Bears fans seem ready to move on from Braxton Jones, before knowing for sure whether their alternate option at left tackle is truly an upgrade. The position battle will be critical at training camp, and he shouldn't be taken for granted the way Charles Leno was before him. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c…

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Chicago Bears taking risky approach with lack of reliable depth at edge rusher, offensive line 29:18

26d ago29:18

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The Chicago Bears are an injury away from a serious problem at multiple positions due to a lack of reliable depth. Ryan Poles needs to more moves to bolster the back end of his roster and protect the team from trouble that could arise during the season. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1Sobe…

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Most overblown headlines, storylines and narratives of Chicago Bears 2025 offseason 29:28

30d ago29:28

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This offseason brought plenty of unnecessary consternation about Caleb Williams, D'Andre Swift and plenty of other running backs. Most of the narratives and storylines turned out to be overhyped or even unfounded, which happens every offseason. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follo…

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Why Chicago Bears aren’t trading Cole Kmet (yet) and aren’t trading for T.J. Watt either 29:28

1M ago29:28

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Cole Kmet's name is coming up again in baseless trade speculation after the blockbuster deal between the Dolphins and Steelers. He's not going anywhere yet. The Chicago Bears also aren't landing a star pass rusher like T.J. Watt on the trade market. They're done with splash moves for the offseason. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https:/…

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Caleb Williams' ceiling is higher than Jordan Love and on track with other young QBs after Year 1 28:28

1M ago28:28

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Caleb Williams has come full circle, from being maybe a little overhyped in the NFL Draft to being completely underrated entering Year 2. He still has a very high ceiling, and his rookie season showed he has a high floor as a young QB, too. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @L…

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Chicago Bears who will benefit the most from Ben Johnson's offense, Dennis Allen's defense 30:18

1M ago30:18

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The Chicago Bears coaching staff will adapt their systems to the players they have, but some players are better fits for what Ben Johnson and Dennis Allen will ask of them. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lockedonbears Like Lock…

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No, the Chicago Bears don’t have the worst running back group in the NFL – They’ll be just fine 27:54

1M ago27:54

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Criticism of the Chicago Bears running backs has gotten carried away. They're not great, but they're not the worst group in the NFL. D'Andre Swift, Roschon Johnson and Kyle Monangai can absolutely provide Ben Johnson enough to have a strong running game. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1Sob…

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Chicago Bears 2nd round picks all remain unsigned, a month before training camp (Don’t worry) 29:13

1M ago29:13

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All three Chicago Bears second-round picks are unsigned, a month before training camp starts. It sounds troublesome, but it will work itself out. We explore what the holdup is, how the process should play out, and why Bears fans don't need to worry about it becoming a problem. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chann…

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Chicago Bears 2025 offseason awards and superlatives: Biggest moves, surprises, winners and losers 28:49

1M ago28:49

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The Chicago Bears biggest, most surprising and riskiest moves of the offseason all revolve around the trenches. We look at who has gained and lost the most from Ryan Poles' decisions, and who might not be in the clear just yet. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Follow @LockedOnBears …

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Chicago Bears taking risky approach with edge rushers, banking on big step forward in 2025 29:09

2M ago29:09

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The Chicago Bears are counting on all of their edge rushers to step up to the next level in 2025. Odds are, not all of them will. It's a gamble for Dennis Allen's defense that needs Montez Sweat and Dayo Odeyingbo to make more high impact plays this season. A veteran free agent backup is still needed. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: http…

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Chicago Bears experimenting with players at different positions to test out new future starters 29:23

2M ago29:23

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The Chicago Bears have been testing out the positional flexibility of Kyler Gordon, Gervon Dexter and Ruben Hyppolite to see where their future roles could be in Dennis Allen's defense. It could give Ryan Poles more options when other key players depart in the future. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnR…

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Colston Loveland, Luther Burden injuries reinforce importance of Cole Kmet, DJ Moore for Chicago Bears 29:39

2M ago29:39

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Ben Johnson made it clear that Colston Loveland and Luther Burden are missing key developmental time with their injuries this offseason. That could slow down what they're able to do in their rookie seasons, making Cole Kmet and D.J. Moore that much more important for the Chicago Bears. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.…

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Chicago Bears have best cornerbacks in NFC North after Green Bay Packers release Jaire Alexander 28:02

2M ago28:02

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The Chicago Bears have the best group of cornerbacks, and maybe the best secondary, in the NFC North now that the Green Bay Packers released Jaire Alexander. That bodes well for wide receivers like Rome Odunze, who is set up for a Year 2 leap. And free agent running back Nick Chubb is now no longer an option for Chicago. - Subscribe to Locked On Be…

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Top standouts at Chicago Bears mandatory minicamp, plus updates on Jaquan Brisker, Tyrique Stevenson 27:50

2M ago27:50

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Some unexpected names stood out to Ben Johnson as the notable performers at Chicago Bears mandatory minicamp. Jaquan Brisker also made his presence felt at practice as he returns from a serious concussion, and Tyrique Stevenson is ready to put last year's struggles behind him. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chann…

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Chicago Bears, Ryan Poles catching up to Minnesota Vikings in team rebuilding process 36:03

2M ago36:03

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The Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings have had parallel timelines in their team rebuilding process, hiring GMs and drafting QBs at the same time. Kevin O'Connell has clearly been ahead, but Ryan Poles is catching up with the addition of Ben Johnson as the Bears transition into win-now mode. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.y…

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DJ Moore, Cole Kmet, and D'Andre Swift buying into Ben Johnson's offense at Chicago Bears mandatory minicamp 28:48

2M ago28:48

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D.J. Moore, Cole Kmet and D'Andre Swift all faced some pressure from the Chicago Bears' moves this offseason, but they're buying in to Ben Johnson at mandatory minicamp. It's going to be an adjustment for all three, but they will all maintain the same important roles they had under the previous regime. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: htt…

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Chicago Bears players who need to step up at mandatory minicamp and OTAs 30:20

2M ago30:20

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As the Chicago Bears report to mandatory minicamp, some key players need to step up to keep their jobs or earn bigger roles this season. A few starting spots are up for grabs, and a few positions need to show that they aren't the weaknesses they might look like on paper. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX…

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Stop falling for unrealistic offseason Chicago Bears trade rumors: Tyreek Hill, Nick Bosa and more 28:51

2M ago28:51

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Chicago Bears offseason trade rumors are inevitable, but we can at least be smart about the ones that don't make sense. Tyreek Hill and Nick Bosa aren't realistic trade options, but one running back in particular makes a lot more sense to target. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo-iwMsS4iC1SobeGHA Fol…

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Case Keenum is Chicago Bears' secret weapon for developing Caleb Williams 29:32

2M ago29:32

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Ben Johnson is the most important person for Caleb Williams' success, but the Chicago Bears' secret weapon for developing their young QB is Case Keenum. Hear the head coach explain the value of the veteran backup quarterback, and Keenum himself shares how he'll help Williams while competing with Tyson Bagent to be QB2. - Subscribe to Locked On Bear…

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Caleb Williams and Chicago Bears set the record straight, leave ESPN pre-draft drama in the past 28:34

2M ago28:34

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Caleb Williams finally cleared the air around the ESPN story on his pre-draft concerns about the Chicago Bears. Everyone is ready to move on. Ben Johnson wants to make sure he corrects some of Williams' body language from last season though, to prevent any lingering issues. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/…

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Chicago Bears behind-the-scenes clips show Ryan Poles drafted for needs, not best players available 28:07

2M ago28:07

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Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears emphasize taking the best player available in the NFL Draft and not reaching for needs. That wasn't the case this year. The team's documentary footage in the show "1920 Football Drive" revealed how the front office targeted specific players and positions after their first two picks. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on…

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Outside expectations are low for Caleb Williams and Chicago Bears in 2025 season 29:53

2M ago29:53

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Chicago Bears fans are excited for big things from Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams in 2025, but the national expectations are a bit lower. That perspective can help calibrate what to watch for this season and what success looks like in year one under this coaching staff. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXC…

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Chicago Bears OTAs revealing new leadership, new expectations, new starter in Dennis Allen’s defense 28:59

2M ago28:59

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Early in Chicago Bears OTAs, we're learning about new leadership roles, new player roles and a new starter in Dennis Allen's defense. Hear from Grady Jarrett, Kevin Byard and Tremaine Edmunds about what they're seeing in their first few practices under the new staff. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCnRo…

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Ben Johnson passing first tests as Chicago Bears head coach: Caleb Williams drama and QB footwork 29:21

2M ago29:21

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Ben Johnson's first test as Chicago Bears head coach is navigating the distraction of the Caleb Williams pre-draft storylines. He's acing it. He's also making a key change to his quarterback's footwork that could go a long way, and he made his thoughts clear on the tush push. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channe…

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Chicago Bears are locked in with current core group for next 2 years. Are they good enough? 28:06

2M ago28:06

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With the contract extension for Joe Thuney, the Chicago Bears are now locked into their core group of starters for the next two seasons. The team will live and die by what this current group can do, and Ryan Poles doesn't have much room to add more if any of his players don't pan out. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.c…

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What will it take for Chicago Bears to make NFL playoffs in Ben Johnson’s first season? 29:13

2M ago29:13

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The goal for Ben Johnson's first season as Chicago Bears head coach will be the playoffs, but the path there isn't always as easy at it looks on paper. It's going to take improvement from some key position groups, and the Bears' schedule has a few tough stretches that will make it a tough battle. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://w…

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Chicago Bears can’t let Caleb Williams doubts linger and cause future issues for Ben Johnson 29:24

2M ago29:24

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The ESPN story about Caleb Williams and his dad Carl's thoughts about the Chicago Bears doesn't need to linger and be an ongoing distraction for the team. The team and the fanbase should be able to move on easily, but the national narrative could continue until the team does more winning. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtu…

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Chicago Bears are lucky they didn’t lose Caleb Williams because of Shane Waldron, Matt Eberflus 28:26

3M ago28:26

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Seth Wickersham's report for ESPN revealed how lucky the Chicago Bears are to still have Caleb Williams despite all the dysfunction behind the scenes. Matt Eberflus and Shane Waldron were the biggest problems, but Ryan Poles deserves blame too for overseeing a disaster that could have been even worse. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: http…

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Chicago Bears 2025 schedule: Biggest game, toughest stretches, and full win/loss predictions 30:19

3M ago30:19

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The Chicago Bears' 2025 schedule has a few tricky stretches, but it's generally well-balanced for Ben Johnson's first season. The early bye week is tricky, and the NFL didn't space out the Green Bay Packers' matchups very well, but the Bears can make a real playoff push this year. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c…

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Is Chicago Bears starting linebacker replacement for Jack Sanborn already on the roster? Free agent options 28:07

3M ago28:07

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The Chicago Bears never directly replaced starting linebacker Jack Sanborn this offseason. Ben Johnson hinted at one option, but a free agent still could fill the hole. We also can't overlook rookie fourth-round pick Ruben Hyppolite, who defensive coordinator Dennis Allen clearly wanted in the draft. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https…

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Chicago Bears need more pass rush but shouldn’t trade for Trey Hendrickson from Cincinnati Bengals 29:24

3M ago29:24

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The Trey Hendrickson situation with the Cincinnati Bengals continues to get messy, but the Chicago Bears don't need to get involved. Ryan Poles should try to improve the pass rush, but Hendrickson doesn't fit with where the Bears are in the team-building process. He has other options, though. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.y…

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Chicago Bears rookie minicamp: Updates on Ozzy Trapilo at LT, Shemar Turner’s spot on defensive line 29:05

3M ago29:05

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Chicago Bears rookie minicamp gave us updates on how Ozzy Trapilo is transitioning to left tackle and where Shemar Turner is going to play on the defensive line. Ben Johnson cautioned everyone about any trench battles being decided before the pads go on at training camp. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX…

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Chicago Bears undrafted rookie free agents with best chance to make 53-man roster in 2025 28:13

3M ago28:13

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The Chicago Bears find at least one gem in undrafted free agency every year, and the latest crop has a handful of players with a real shot to make the team. The best opportunities are on defense, where a rookie can make the 53-man roster for their special teams ability while they develop. - Subscribe to Locked On Bears on YouTube: https://www.youtu…

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