When it comes to Chicago Bears talk, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have been setting the agenda for decades. Now, they’re bringing that same unflinching insight — and Sunday-afternoon passion — to Forward Progress. From breaking down Bears game plans with analytical precision to unleashing the raw emotion every fan feels when the season’s on the line, Dan and Matt deliver the perfect balance of expertise and authenticity. It’s a show that lives and breathes the Bears, while never shying away from the bigger NFL picture. Whether you’re a diehard or just love the ride, Forward Progress is where Chicag...
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Nov 13, 2026 · 50:12
With the Bears entering their bye week, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola take stock of the biggest disappointments on the roster through the first half of the season. Using…
Nov 12, 2026 · 44:42
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly Thursday visit. The big news in the NFC North was the trade by the Vikings for Kirk…
Nov 11, 2026 · 45:16
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dive into The Athletic's NFL Playoff Simulator to examine the Bears' postseason outlook and explore just how crucial division wins are in…
Nov 10, 2026 · 43:27
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola look ahead to today’s 3 p.m. NFL trade deadline and ask the big question: Are the Chicago Bears good enough as currently constructed to win the…
Nov 9, 2026 · 40:05
Caleb Williams just had the kind of game that can end an MVP conversation in a single afternoon. After throwing four interceptions against Tampa Bay, Dan Bernstein and Matt…
Nov 9, 2026 · 47:32
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola recap a wild finish at Soldier Field, where the Bears survived a chaotic performance to beat the Buccaneers 27-24 on a game-winning field goal…
Nov 6, 2026 · 42:58
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are joined by longtime friend, colleague, and former Chicago Bear Patrick Mannelly for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the Bears.…
Nov 5, 2026 · 41:32
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola preview the Bears' matchup against the Buccaneers, focusing on Chicago's growing need to get running back Kyle Monangai back in the lineup to…
Nov 4, 2026 · 44:10
After three straight wins and a statement performance in Seattle, Caleb Williams has the NFL world asking the obvious question: what comes next? Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola…
Nov 3, 2026 · 49:03
After a dominant road win in Seattle, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola explain why the Bears just sent a message to the rest of the NFL. From Ben Johnson's creative game plan to…
Nov 3, 2026 · 55:30
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' statement-making 34-17 win over the Seahawks in Seattle. Newly acquired defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons made an immediate…
Nov 2, 2026 · 47:14
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola preview tonight’s Monday Night Football showdown between the Bears and Seahawks, breaking down the keys to the game and the matchups that could…
Oct 30, 2026 · 1:04:42
Josh Jacobs turned a touchdown celebration into a mess of questions, and Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are not buying the explanation. Bernstein and Abbatacola break down the…
Oct 29, 2026 · 44:16
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly Thursday visit as they break down the Bears' acquisition of Jeffrey Simmons. Thor…
Oct 28, 2026 · 38:15
With Cole Kmet out for the season, the Bears suddenly need more from rookie tight end Sam Roush. Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola examine what the first-year Stanford product…
Oct 27, 2026 · 38:41
The Seahawks have added eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson ahead of Monday night’s matchup with the Bears, and the trade could have major implications across the NFL. Dan…
Oct 26, 2026 · 36:01
With Cole Kmet sidelined, Dan Bernstein breaks down the Bears’ options at tight end, whether rookie Sam Roush is ready to step up, and why Chicago shouldn’t rush into a trade.…
Oct 23, 2026 · 1:17:04
The Chicago Bears take down the New England Patriots! Dan, Matt and Jason break down the Bears’ big win on Thursday Night Football and the performances that helped lead Chicago…
Oct 22, 2026 · 16:56
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola get you ready for Thursday Night Football as the Bears take on the Patriots. The guys share their bold predictions, break down the biggest…
Oct 22, 2026 · 41:38
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly Thursday appearance as they preview tonight's matchup between the Chicago Bears and New…
Oct 21, 2026 · 40:45
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the three biggest reasons the Bears defense has emerged as a top-10 unit through the first six games of the season. From personnel to…
Oct 20, 2026 · 45:32
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola continue their preview of the Bears' Thursday night matchup with the Patriots, breaking down the latest estimated injury report and highlighting…
Oct 19, 2026 · 46:59
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are still enjoying the afterglow of the Bears' victory as Caleb Williams and Kyler Gordon made their highly anticipated returns and immediately…
Oct 18, 2026 · 56:00
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' 31-23 win over the Falcons, a game that was more lopsided than the final score suggests. Caleb Williams returned to lead…
Oct 16, 2026 · 47:21
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest from the Bears' injury report, with the biggest focus on Caleb Williams. His status for Sunday's game remains uncertain,…
Oct 15, 2026 · 52:29
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly look around Week 6 of the NFL. Thor shares his insights on the biggest storylines, key…
Oct 14, 2026 · 46:18
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest injury news surrounding Caleb Williams and the rest of the banged-up Bears roster. For the first time since his injury,…
Oct 13, 2026 · 45:53
After a humbling loss to the Packers, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dive into the fallout surrounding the Bears' quarterback situation. Has Tyson Bagent's performance taken…
Oct 12, 2026 · 46:37
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola look ahead to the Bears' upcoming matchup with Atlanta but first revisit the disaster in Green Bay and explain why Caleb Williams shouldn't…
Oct 11, 2026 · 57:21
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears’ humiliating 31-7 loss to the Packers, dropping Chicago to 3-2 on the season. Tyson Bagent struggled mightily, raising…
Oct 9, 2026 · 1:01:00
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola reflect on the legacy of Mike Ditka, remembering his influence not only on Chicago Bears football but also on 670 The Score and the growth of…
Oct 8, 2026 · 40:52
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly visit as they preview the Bears-Packers matchup and highlight some of Thor’s favorite…
Oct 7, 2026 · 39:39
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dive into one of the biggest questions surrounding the Bears: if Caleb Williams is expected to miss time, why wasn't he placed on injured…
Oct 6, 2026 · 37:05
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola revisit one of the biggest frustrations for Bears fans: the NFL's decision not to award Chicago compensatory draft picks after the Falcons hired…
Oct 5, 2026 · 47:37
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the numbers behind the Bears' defense through the first few games of the season. 0:00 Chicago Bears defense deserves a lot of praise…
Oct 4, 2026 · 42:39
For the second straight week, a Chicago Bears backup quarterback led the team to victory as Tyson Bagent guided Chicago to a convincing 23-12 win over the New York Jets. Behind a…
Oct 2, 2026 · 49:02
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest developments from Halas Hall as the Bears prepare for their Week 4 matchup against the Jets at Soldier Field. 0:00 Bears…
Oct 1, 2026 · 41:09
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly visit, breaking down a busy weekend ahead in college football and Week 4 of the NFL.…
Sep 30, 2026 · 33:36
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dive into the early-season numbers behind the Bears defense and its ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks. While it's still a small sample…
Sep 29, 2026 · 48:19
After the disappointing loss to Minnesota and the questions that followed, the Bears delivered the perfect response on Monday Night Football. Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola…
Sep 29, 2026 · 1:00:15
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' impressive 27-7 win over the Eagles at Soldier Field, as veteran quarterback Case Keenum turned in a stellar performance…
Sep 28, 2026 · 41:44
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears-Eagles matchup on Monday Night Football, focusing on what Chicago must do to pull off a win with Caleb Williams sidelined…
Sep 25, 2026 · 35:45
As the Bears continue preparing for their Monday Night Football showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field, Dan Bernstein welcomes Patrick Finley of the Chicago…
Sep 24, 2026 · 45:09
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly Thursday visit. The crew looks back at the Bears' loss to the Vikings, discusses the…
Sep 23, 2026 · 41:36
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola take stock of a suddenly thin Bears quarterback room. With Caleb Williams likely sidelined and Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol, should…
Sep 22, 2026 · 46:53
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola revisit the aftermath of the Bears' ugly 9-3 loss to Minnesota at Soldier Field, beginning with a look ahead to Week 3 and a potential…
Sep 21, 2026 · 37:35
Matt Abbatacola welcomes Carmen Vitali of Fox Sports Radio and Pro Football Weekly to break down the Chicago Bears' tough loss to the Minnesota Vikings and the hamstring injury…
Sep 20, 2026 · 55:24
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' ugly 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings and the missed opportunities that ultimately defined the game. Chicago left points…
Sep 18, 2026 · 54:52
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are joined by longtime friend and Minnesota football expert Paul Charchian of Fantasy Football World to break down this week's Bears-Vikings…
Sep 17, 2026 · 45:46
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are joined by Thor Nystrom of the Sweating Sundays podcast to break down the Bears-Vikings matchup and highlight the key battles that could…
Sep 16, 2026 · 36:47
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola pick up where they left off, diving deeper into what may be the best coaching matchup of NFL Week 2: Ben Johnson vs. Brian Flores as the Bears…
Sep 15, 2026 · 40:57
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dig into the numbers at Pro Football Reference to determine whether the Bears' pass rush was more effective than the box score suggests. 0:00…
Sep 14, 2026 · 40:12
Caleb Williams operated the Bears offense with a level of control and confidence Chicago fans haven't seen in years, helping lead the franchise to a record-setting 59 points in a…
Sep 13, 2026 · 53:24
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' historic Week 1 offensive explosion in a 59-37 victory over Carolina. Behind a dominant ground attack led by D'Andre Swift…
Sep 11, 2026 · 41:58
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' Week 1 matchup against the Panthers by identifying five key battles that could determine whether Chicago opens the 2026…
Sep 10, 2026 · 40:49
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome SKOR North host and football analytics expert Thor Nystrom for the first of his weekly Thursday appearances on Forward Progress this…
Sep 9, 2026 · 44:36
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest on Rome Odunze after Ben Johnson labeled the Bears receiver day-to-day with an injury. While the immediate concern is…
Sep 8, 2026 · 45:09
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' latest injury updates as the team awaits its first official injury report of the regular season. 0:00 Chicago Bears…
Sep 4, 2026 · 50:04
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola provide the latest updates on Rome Odunze and D'Andre Swift after both exited practice early with injuries. 0:00 Rome Odunze and D'Andre Swift…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:06:26
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dedicate much of today's episode to reviewing and completing the Chicago Bears' newly released survey as the organization continues its due…
Sep 2, 2026 · 44:32
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dive into the growing uncertainty surrounding Kyler Gordon and his future with the Chicago Bears. Dan argues the organization owes fans more…
Sep 1, 2026 · 42:02
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest Bears roster moves as the battle to replace Kyler Gordon at nickelback takes center stage. 0:00 Bears roster moves and who…
Aug 31, 2026 · 43:18
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' initial 53-man roster heading into the 2026 season, examining each position group to identify the biggest surprises,…
Aug 28, 2026 · 41:37
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest from the Bears' joint practice with the Titans as Chicago prepares for its final preseason game Saturday and Sunday's…
Aug 27, 2026 · 42:29
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest from Bears training camp, including key injury updates and what they could mean for the team's outlook. 0:00 The latest on…
Aug 26, 2026 · 33:37
Darnell Wright after he left practice with an apparent right arm injury. With major question marks at starting left tackle, backup left tackle and backup right tackle, losing…
Aug 25, 2026 · 45:29
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola believe the Chicago Bears' defense is headed for a significant regression in turnover differential in 2026. 0:00 Chicago Bears rivalries…
Aug 24, 2026 · 42:25
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola discuss why they believe the Bears did not do enough to address the position and are instead relying on head coach Ben Johnson's offensive…
Aug 21, 2026 · 43:58
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Chicago Bears depth chart and examine the most important position battles as the team sits just nine days away from final cutdown…
Aug 20, 2026 · 45:36
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the biggest takeaways from the Bears-Bengals joint practice, which featured extensive work from both teams' starters as each coaching…
Aug 19, 2026 · 46:38
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down ESPN analyst Ben Solak's latest article on the lofty expectations surrounding Ben Johnson's offense and the goals he has for his…
Aug 18, 2026 · 42:17
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest from Bears training camp, from running back Kyle Monangai's injury to the signing of veteran defensive end Marcus…
Aug 17, 2026 · 43:26
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola react to everything from the Bears’ first preseason game. Who stood out? Who disappointed? And which injuries could have an impact moving…
Aug 14, 2026 · 45:17
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down Kevin Warren and George McCaskey's latest Bears stadium press conference, a spectacle that generated plenty of headlines but offered…
Aug 13, 2026 · 46:22
Chicago Bears president and CEO Kevin Warren and chairman George McCaskey met with the media today at Halas Hall, and the biggest topic was once again the future of the Bears'…
Aug 12, 2026 · 57:01
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest Bears injury news as safety Coby Bryant undergoes knee surgery and faces a recovery timeline of four to six months. 0:00…
Aug 11, 2026 · 40:00
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola start the show with breaking NFL news before turning their attention to the latest chapter in the Bears' stadium saga. 0:00 NFL Breaking News…
Aug 10, 2026 · 43:45
As Bears training camp rolls on, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola continue to track the team's biggest storyline: injuries. Today's focus is receiver Luther Burden, who is…
Aug 7, 2026 · 43:20
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola take a deep dive into the injuries that have plagued Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon since the start of last season and explain why they believe…
Aug 6, 2026 · 48:22
As Bears training camp rolls on, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring the latest updates from Halas Hall after a rough day on the injury front, with more players leaving…
Aug 5, 2026 · 41:35
After another eventful day at Bears training camp, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola react to the latest developments surrounding the team, including the impact of the Coby…
Aug 4, 2026 · 38:02
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the impact of Coby Bryant's injury and what it means for the Bears' secondary. 0:00 Aftermath of Bryant Injury 24:30 Who has the Most…
Aug 3, 2026 · 31:26
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest news from Bears training camp after the team held its first padded practice of the summer. The excitement was quickly…
Jul 31, 2026 · 45:08
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest from Chicago Bears training camp as third-year offensive lineman Kiran Amegadjie surprisingly earns the majority of…
Jul 30, 2026 · 36:56
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola react to Caleb Williams' opening training camp media session as the Bears' young quarterback makes it clear he's ready to take the next step in…
Jul 29, 2026 · 46:25
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears’ first training camp press conferences, as Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson officially kick off a pivotal season in Chicago. 0:00…
Jul 28, 2026 · 40:53
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the biggest NFL stories of the day, including the strange and increasingly controversial situation involving 49ers head coach Kyle…
Jul 27, 2026 · 38:41
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dive into the curious story surrounding 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and why details of his car accident remained under wraps for 11 days.…
Jul 24, 2026 · 36:14
ESPN's Kalyn Kahler joins the podcast to break down her latest reporting on the Rooney Rule, including what she learned, why the policy continues to generate debate across the…
Jul 23, 2026 · 38:34
ESPN's Courtney Cronin joins Dan Bernstein to break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Chicago Bears as they head into training camp. We dive into the expectations for…
Jul 22, 2026 · 34:39
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola discuss all things Chicago Bears on Forward Progress. On today's episode, the guys break down a critical area of Ben Johnson's offense that must…
Jul 21, 2026 · 44:58
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are here to help you survive the NFL offseason doldrums. 0:00 Logan Jones 15:00 Cam Skattebo 19:45 Bears Assistant Coach 26:50 Caleb's…
Jul 20, 2026 · 37:10
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest NFL headlines, starting with a Bleacher Report story suggesting former Detroit Lions standout Taylor Decker could extend…
Jul 17, 2026 · 34:31
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola discuss an eyebrow-raising turnout for a recent Kevin Warren football event, where roughly 75 people attended a presentation in a 300-seat…
Jul 16, 2026 · 41:17
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola battle their way through another day in the NFL offseason content wasteland — and no, we're not talking about the Bears' rumored stadium site in…
Jul 15, 2026 · 37:23
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down ESPN’s ranking of the Top 10 wide receivers heading into the 2026 season and ask the big question: Did any Chicago Bears…
Jul 14, 2026 · 34:48
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest reporting from the Chicago Tribune on the Bears’ ongoing stadium saga and a potential move to Indiana. 0:00 Bears Stadium…
Jul 13, 2026 · 50:06
Forward Progress is here to help you survive the barren wasteland of the NFL offseason. Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola keep things entertaining with football takes, food talk,…
Jul 10, 2026 · 34:43
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have plenty to dive into as they break down the latest Chicago Bears storylines and news from around the NFL. 0:00 PFF 6:20 Terrion Arnold 9:30…
Jul 9, 2026 · 35:50
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola bring you the latest on the Bears stadium saga as Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch confirms that “conversations are happening” between the…
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