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▶ WebplayerLocked 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 with expert guests and opinion, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Windy City franchise. The Locked On Bears podcast takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Bears locker room and all over the NFL. The Lo...
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Sep 29, 2026 · 30:38
Case Keenum carried the Chicago Bears offense to a dominant victory, defying all expectations for the 38-year-old, 3rd-string quarterback. Dennis Allen's defense came to play,…
Sep 29, 2026 · 59:16
Case Keenum was balling out under Ben Johnson as the Chicago Bears get the win 27-7 over the Eagles. Dennis Allen made major halftime adjustments as TJ Edwards and Dillon…
Sep 28, 2026 · 31:00
The Chicago Bears are a good enough team to win games with backup QBs like Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent starting in Caleb Williams' place. The opponents on their schedule are…
Sep 25, 2026 · 31:28
Ben Johnson has never had to scheme an offense for a backup QB, let alone a third-stringer like Case Keenum. What they can do on Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles will…
Sep 24, 2026 · 30:38
In order for Case Keenum to lead the Chicago Bears to an upset victory, the Philadelphia Eagles will need to make mistakes to give him extra opportunities to win. The pressure is…
Sep 23, 2026 · 30:25
The Chicago Bears are likely turning to QB3 with Tyson Bagent in the concussion protocol, but Ben Johnson should be able to make it work with Case Keenum. The bigger question is…
Sep 23, 2026 · 1:02:07
The latest updates on Caleb Williams and the reaction to his injury and leaving the field. Case Keenum in play for Monday night with Tyson Bagent being in concussion protocol.…
Sep 22, 2026 · 31:46
After Caleb Williams received an encouraging injury update, he was unfairly criticized on social media for his on-field reaction to leaving the Week 2 game against the Minnesota…
Sep 21, 2026 · 29:45
Regardless of how long Caleb Williams misses with a hamstring injury, the Chicago Bears offense is going to look different moving forward. Ben Johnson was out-coached by Brian…
Sep 20, 2026 · 1:01:18
On what could have been a game winning touchdown, Caleb Williams looked seriously injured for the Chicago Bears in gutting moment for the season. Austin Booker and others showed…
Sep 18, 2026 · 31:30
The Chicago Bears chances of beating the Minnesota Vikings hinge on Ben Johnson giving Caleb Williams the right answers for Brian Flores' blitzes. Dennis Allen's defense will…
Sep 17, 2026 · 31:43
All eyes will be on Ben Johnson versus Brian Flores, but it is Dennis Allen's defense that will make or break the Chicago Bears' chances against the Minnesota Vikings. The…
Sep 16, 2026 · 29:44
The Chicago Bears' defense skated by with a subpar performance in Week 1, but many of their problems are correctable for Dennis Allen. They deserve at least a little patience at…
Sep 16, 2026 · 58:14
What did you learn about the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams and the Ben Johnson after week 1? Is Jaylon Johnson a major concern? How do the Bears deal with Brian Flores and the…
Sep 15, 2026 · 32:05
The Chicago Bears high-scoring offense emerged from Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson's unit mastering the simple stuff. It's not any fancy new wrinkles. It's exactly what the…
Sep 14, 2026 · 31:19
The Chicago Bears historic offensive output against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1 was just scratching the surface of what Ben Johnson's group is capable of. If the defense can…
Sep 13, 2026 · 1:00:23
Caleb Williams threw for 269 yards and 2 Tds and ran for 2 as well! The Chicago Bears score 59 points in the victory. D'Andre Swift & Kyle Monangai run for 224 yards and 4 TDs…
Sep 11, 2026 · 31:58
The Chicago Bears don't just need to beat the Carolina Panthers. They need to make a statement with an emphatic win that silences the doubters of last year's success. That…
Sep 10, 2026 · 31:24
The Chicago Bears have to take advantage of how slowly the Carolina Panthers start each season under Dave Canales, with more mistakes from Bryce Young before he settles in. Both…
Sep 10, 2026 · 1:00:06
Will Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson in the NFC North and can they make a Super Bowl run? Previewing the Panthers game. Latest on Kyler Gordon, Rome Odunze and the most important…
Sep 9, 2026 · 30:49
Ben Johnson revealed his Week 1 starting left tackle and updated us on when Ozzy Trapilo could eventually replace him. Plus, we got the most optimistic update yet for Kyler…
Sep 8, 2026 · 30:18
The Chicago Bears can't afford to start this season as slow as they began last year. They need to win their winnable first games against the Carolina Panthers and Minnesota…
Sep 4, 2026 · 57:36
We give our bold predictions for Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears for this season. Rome Odunze & D'Andre Swift banged up at practice, some contract restructures…
Sep 4, 2026 · 33:44
The Chicago Bears still have to figure out who is starting at safety and how they're going to rush the passer more effectively this season. Plus, Ozzy Trapilo is on his way back…
Sep 3, 2026 · 32:31
The Chicago Bears feel their defensive line was strong enough to trade away Gervon Dexter, so they better prove that with strong performances in the regular season. The remaining…
Sep 3, 2026 · 58:44
Where do the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson rank amongst the other NFC Super Bowl contenders? Kyler Gordan era over? Ryan Poles trading Gervon Dexter and the 53…
Sep 2, 2026 · 31:38
The Chicago Bears and Kyler Gordon are far apart on his injury recovery, and it's getting too late to salvage. Ryan Poles has been preparing to move on without him, but the team…
Sep 1, 2026 · 31:57
The Chicago Bears roster got better at some positions and worse at others compared to last season. Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson are counting on improvement to come from their young…
Aug 31, 2026 · 32:36
The Chicago Bears moved on from multiple former NFL Draft picks to trim down their 53-man roster. It's hard to separate how much blame belongs to Ryan Poles versus Matt Eberflus…
Aug 30, 2026 · 58:41
Zavion Thomas showed out, Tyson Bagent was excellent but what else did we see from the Chicago Bears before Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles have to cut the roster down to 53. Support…
Aug 28, 2026 · 31:58
Caleb Williams is dialing in his timing and anticipation with his receivers, and D'Andre Swift is primed for a fast start to the 2026 season. Plus, Ben Johnson feels really good…
Aug 27, 2026 · 30:32
Trade rumors are swirling once again around Gervon Dexter, but that doesn't mean the Chicago Bears are for sure going to send him away. Plus, a bunch of injured players have…
Aug 26, 2026 · 28:34
Most of the Chicago Bears 53-man roster decisions are clear, except for where injured players are still recovering. Some players might start the year on injured reserve and not…
Aug 26, 2026 · 59:44
Reports are out that the Chicago Bears may trade Gervon Dexter, Darnell Wright hurt at practice, the rivalry jerseys have been revealed and will Braxton Jones be the left tackle…
Aug 25, 2026 · 31:35
The Chicago Bears' most important training camp battles all have clear winners before the team plays its last preseason game. The only thing left is to sort out the bottom of the…
Aug 24, 2026 · 31:53
The Chicago Bears' struggles in their second preseason game made it clear that the starters still have a lot to clean up before Week 1. The biggest concern looks to be left…
Aug 23, 2026 · 1:00:46
Ben Johnson had Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze and the starters start the 2nd preseason game for the Chicago Bears. Whose stock is up and whose is down after this game vs the…
Aug 21, 2026 · 30:08
The Chicago Bears aren’t expected to play their starters against the Cincinnati Bengals, but the game will still shape the team for the regular season. Important players who will…
Aug 20, 2026 · 29:30
The Chicago Bears joint practice with the Cincinnati Bengals will tell them a lot more about their team than the preseason game on Saturday. The starters will get more…
Aug 19, 2026 · 31:29
The Chicago Bears are finally bringing Theo Benedet back into the left tackle battle with Braxton Jones, with not a lot of time for him to catch up. It is a clear demotion for…
Aug 19, 2026 · 1:01:51
The Chicago Bears, Ryan Poles & Ben Johnson finally add a defensive end in Marcus Davenport, Kyle Monangai is hurt, a big change in the LT competition all happened in the last…
Aug 18, 2026 · 29:57
The Chicago Bears finally added a pass rusher in Marcus Davenport and are close to full strength up front with Ozzy Trapilo’s return. They won’t solve all of the Bears problems…
Aug 17, 2026 · 29:25
Kaden Davis and Jamree Kromah were the breakout stars of the Chicago Bears first preseason win, but are they playing their way onto the 53-man roster? The game also showed us a…
Aug 15, 2026 · 56:52
Kaden Davis & Salvon Ahmed were two of the preseason stars in this game for the Chicago Bears and Ben Johnson. Caleb Williams and most of the starters didn't play but what we did…
Aug 14, 2026 · 30:56
Like last year, we won’t see many Chicago Bears starters in the first preseason game against the Cleveland Browns. But Ben Johnson should make the starters play at least a little…
Aug 13, 2026 · 29:56
Ben Johnson wants the Chicago Bears to have the best offense in NFL history, but he can start by being the best in franchise history. We explore Johnson’s high expectations and…
Aug 13, 2026 · 58:32
Coby Bryant is out 4-6 months, Luther Burden is out for the preseason, Kyler Gordon is MIA! How will Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams & the Chicago Bears overcome these injuries? Ozzy…
Aug 12, 2026 · 31:47
Coby Bryant will be out even longer than initially thought, but Ozzy Trapilo could be back early for the Chicago Bears. That will change the team's approach at both safety and…
Aug 11, 2026 · 30:58
The Chicago Bears don’t usually sign experienced veterans at training camp unless the injury situation starts to get dire. Bringing in safety Xavier Woods and wide receiver…
Aug 10, 2026 · 31:25
The Chicago Bears have a ton of injuries in the secondary for the second-straight year, and their roster moves reflect just how concerned the team is. The good news is that not…
Aug 7, 2026 · 57:19
Coby Bryant, Braxton Jones, Montez Sweat all leave practice in the last 48 hours, adding that with Kyler Gordon how concerned should the Chicago Bears be? Luther Burden or Rome…
Aug 7, 2026 · 31:38
Minor injuries are starting to add up at Chicago Bears training camp, with key players like Braxton Jones and Montez Sweat getting banged up. The good news is, players who were…
Aug 6, 2026 · 30:29
One of the most important training camp battles for the Chicago Bears already has a clear winner cementing his place as a starter. It will benefit Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams…
Aug 5, 2026 · 32:25
Darnell Wright’s new contract extension is fair market value and an important sign of the Chicago Bears’ roster building progress. He is a foundational, cornerstone piece for the…
Aug 4, 2026 · 33:05
The training camp injury to Coby Bryant will have ripple effects that hurt the entire Chicago Bears defense. The improvement he brought to the secondary was supposed to make the…
Aug 3, 2026 · 31:38
Luther Burden is the early star of Chicago Bears training camp, but Rome Odunze made it clear his foot feels fine and he's back to 100 percent. Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas…
Jul 31, 2026 · 30:33
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is advancing in his ability to anticipate coverages and stay one step ahead of the defense. That's helping the offense look like the…
Jul 30, 2026 · 30:18
Darnell Wright will become the NFL's new highest paid right tackle on his next contract, whenever the Chicago Bears decide to pay him. The defensive tackle market is also…
Jul 30, 2026 · 1:01:16
Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears are back! What we learned with training camp underway, what's going on with Kyler Gordon, could Ryan Poles target Vita Vea and…
Jul 29, 2026 · 30:04
If Kyler Gordon doesn't get healthy soon (and stay healthy), this will be his last year with the Chicago Bears. Offensive lineman Kiran Amegadjie is also on thin ice at this…
Jul 28, 2026 · 31:37
The Chicago Bears have a month to figure out who they want to keep on their 53-man roster, and the toughest decisions will revolve around injuries. A few young players are…
Jul 27, 2026 · 31:34
The Chicago Bears have six players sidelined to begin training camp, but their roster is better suited this year handle the absences if they linger. Kyler Gordon's ongoing…
Jul 24, 2026 · 57:29
How far do Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson have to go to make it a successful season for the Chicago Bears? What's a failure? Do the Bears need Rome Odunze or Luther Burden to…
Jul 24, 2026 · 32:31
Chicago Bears safeties Coby Bryant and Dillion Thieneman have more versatility than just about any safety duo in the NFL, unlocking tons of possibilities for Dennis Allen on the…
Jul 23, 2026 · 29:39
The Chicago Bears need the training camp battle at cornerback to produce another solid starter opposite Jaylon Johnson, and maybe an injury replacement for Kyler Gordon in the…
Jul 22, 2026 · 5:58
Locked on Bears is giving away 5 pairs of tickets to 5 different days of Chicago Bears training camp practices. Here's a quick rundown of how to enter for your chance to win.…
Jul 22, 2026 · 31:09
The Chicago Bears replaced Tremaine Edmunds with Devin Bush to get better linebacker play, along with a bounceback from a healthier T.J. Edwards. D'Marco Jackson also stands to…
Jul 21, 2026 · 32:43
The Chicago Bears need their returning defensive linemen to play a lot better in 2026, or they risk having the worst defensive line in the NFL this season. The plan to address…
Jul 20, 2026 · 31:57
When the pads come on at training camp, the Chicago Bears will learn who is ready to start at the key positions of left tackle and center. The good news is, Ben Johnson has…
Jul 17, 2026 · 31:36
NFL executives, coaches and scouts ranked the Top 10 players at every position, and the Chicago Bears only had a few representatives. It's a start, but in order to take the next…
Jul 16, 2026 · 31:13
Ben Johnson expects to use the Chicago Bears tight ends even more in 2026, clearing the way for bigger production from Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet. We explore what the…
Jul 16, 2026 · 54:16
The NFL says Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams is a top 10 QB in the NFL! Surprised by execs and coaches saying that? Should Ben Johnsons offense be expected to be top 10 this…
Jul 15, 2026 · 29:04
Rome Odunze and Luther Burden were both on pace for 1,000 yard seasons during their most productive stretches of 2025. Either one could make the jump to be a Top 10 wide receiver…
Jul 14, 2026 · 30:31
Caleb Williams is a Top 10 NFL quarterback in the eyes of multiple evaluators and rankings, and his stardom is only going to rise further for the Chicago Bears. We also explore…
Jul 13, 2026 · 29:55
Ben Johnson orchestrated a great rushing attack in 2025, and the Chicago Bears could put up even bigger numbers in 2026 with plenty of room for growth. A lot is at stake for the…
Jul 10, 2026 · 58:42
Can the Chicago Bears defense be top 15 in 2026? Is Kyler Gordon or Jaylon Johnson under the most pressure? Where do Rome Odunze and Luther Burden rank among the best WR rooms in…
Jul 9, 2026 · 31:32
The Chicago Bears are counting on key young players to develop and take the next step in 2026. That puts the pressure on the coaching staff to get them there. Both sides of the…
Jul 8, 2026 · 32:54
Caleb Williams performed well in advanced QB charting from PFF that shows him right on track with where he should be in his development. We explore what his 2025 season showed us…
Jul 7, 2026 · 32:39
The Chicago Bears have plenty of good, young players on the roster, but in order to become a Super Bowl contender, they need that talent to develop into superstars. We explore…
Jul 3, 2026 · 1:03:45
Can Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson be the clear best HC in the NFC North by the end of the 2026 season? What from Caleb Williams and the rest of the Bears will translate the most…
Jul 1, 2026 · 30:38
Turnovers masked major deficiencies in the Chicago Bears defense last season, but Dennis Allen is in a great position to have a much-improved unit in 2026. Better health, better…
Jun 30, 2026 · 31:24
The Chicago Bears receivers, tight ends and running backs will get the respect of being a top-flight supporting cast by the end of the 2026 season. Colston Loveland, Rome Odunze…
Jun 29, 2026 · 30:25
Montez Sweat is finally getting some of the credit he deserves after the Chicago Bears edge rusher was voted as a Top 100 player in the NFL. He consistently gets underrated, even…
Jun 26, 2026 · 1:00:20
Is Caleb Williams a top 10 QB in the NFL? What needs to stand out at Chicago Bears training camp? What will separate the Bears, Vikings, Lions and Packers in the NFC North this…
Jun 25, 2026 · 31:20
National expectations for the Chicago Bears are still far below where the fan base sees them, despite winning 11 games and the NFC North last season. We explore why the team…
Jun 24, 2026 · 32:42
Big contract extensions for Falcons TE Kyle Pitts and Titans DT Jeffrey Simmons complicate the future for the Chicago Bears at both positions. It changes Cole Kmet's value on the…
Jun 23, 2026 · 30:53
Ben Johnson uses training camp to instill a toughness and resilience in the Chicago Bears that pays off in the regular season, but does it also contribute to their injury…
Jun 19, 2026 · 1:00:52
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 Ben Johnson's roster? One…
Jun 18, 2026 · 32:13
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 player development. Other teams…
Jun 18, 2026 · 1:01:31
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 the roster the best?…
Jun 17, 2026 · 31:51
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 season. The group was a…
Jun 16, 2026 · 34:38
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 also look ahead to what Ben…
Jun 15, 2026 · 31:33
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' offensive efficiency. The…
Jun 12, 2026 · 56:13
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 getting Micah Parsons push for…
Jun 12, 2026 · 30:22
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. Their speed and…
Jun 11, 2026 · 31:37
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 his Achilles recovery. Ben…
Jun 11, 2026 · 1:00:07
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 Logan Jones have a bigger…
Jun 10, 2026 · 32:05
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 new plays up his sleeve, and Caleb…
Jun 9, 2026 · 33:38
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 still open for Illinois to win them…
Jun 8, 2026 · 30:27
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 in 2026. He doesn't need to…
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