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The Chicago Bears Podcast

ESPN Chicago
Chicago Bears
Caleb Williams
NFL
Ben Johnson
Green Bay Packers
Ryan Poles
Kyler Gordon
Minnesota Vikings
Philadelphia Eagles
Detroit Lions
NFL Playoffs
Jaylon Johnson
Dallas Cowboys
Los Angeles Rams
NFC North
Washington Commanders
Baltimore Ravens
Luther Burden
Darnell Wright
DJ Moore

Welcome to The Chicago Bears Podcast, brought to you by ESPN Chicago! Hosted by Pat The Designer and joined by former Bears Jason McKie, along with NFL insider Courtney Cronin, former NFL Defensive Lineman John Jurkovic, and ESPN Chicago's Shea Norling. Our show delivers unmatched access and conversations about the team you love. With new episodes every weekday, our knowledgeable and entertaining ... more

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The Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and Jurko breaks down how Jeffery Simmons has TRANSFORMED Chicago's defense and why the NFC North race could be getting even tougher! With the Bears sitting at 7–2 heading into their bye week, Jurko exp... more

Did the Chicago Bears do ENOUGH at the 2026 NFL Trade Deadline, or will Ryan Poles regret not making another move? On today's episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer is joined by ESPN Bears reporter Courtney Cronin to break down Chicag... more

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The Chicago Bears Podcast | Bears Win DESPITE Caleb Williams' Worst Game Hosted by Pat The Designer & Shea Norling Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group, City Colleges of Chicago & Tito's Handmade Vodka The Chicago Bears somehow... more

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The Chicago Bears Podcast | Tariq Woolen Trade Rumors + Bears vs Buccaneers Preview Hosted by Pat The Designer & Bears Sideline Reporter Jason McKie Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group, City Colleges of Chicago & Tito's Handma... more

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Recent Guests

Courtney Cronin
ESPN Bears insider covering the Chicago Bears
ESPN
Episode: Caleb Williams BACK at Practice! Courtney Cronin Reveals How He Looked
Jason McKee
Former Bears running back, guest analyst on show
Former NFL player, Bears
Episode: Bears vs Eagles Preview: Blueprint to WIN w/A Backup QB | Jason McKie
Jason McKie
Former Bears running back
Chicago Bears
Episode: Bears vs Panthers: The KEYS to Winning a Tough Week 1 Test | w/ Jason McKie
Tyler Aki
Host and analyst contributing to the discussion on roster and strategy
ESPN Chicago
Episode: Official Bears 53-Man Roster — What It Tells Us About This Team | w/ Tyler Aki
Price McGrath
Guest/co-host being discussed; named in intro
Unspecified
Episode: Jordan Van Den Berg Makes Gervon Dexter EXPENDABLE? | Jurko Breaks It Down
Caleb Williams
QB, Bears quarterback room
Chicago Bears
Episode: What Did We Learn From Bears vs Browns? + Kyler Gordon Frustrations
Case Keenum
Veteran quarterback, coach-like presence in QB room
NFL, Bears
Episode: What Did We Learn From Bears vs Browns? + Kyler Gordon Frustrations
John Jurkovic
Former Bears defensive lineman, guest on show
Former NFL player
Episode: Are the Chicago Bears Ready to Be the Hunted? | w/ Jurko
Matthew Coller
Founder and lead reporter behind Purple Insider (Vikings coverage)
Purple Insider
Episode: Eye on the Enemy: The Vikings Are Biggest Unknown in the NFC North | w/ Matt Coller

Host

Pat The Designer
Chicago Bears commentator and sports presenter

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 303 ratings
  • This host is horrible

    The guests are awesome from Courtney to Jurko and shea been saying this for years this guy needs replaced by Shea. He’s one of the best producers in the mornings and great with Tyler. Give him his own show already and this will be the perfect one to do it with. But we know ESPN doesn’t like to let go people suck. And people are wanting for change.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    izzy53110
    United States5 months ago
  • My only bear pod

    I really like this show and the main host is great 10/10

    It’s not as loud and full of BS like the main Chicago Bears pod.

    Courtney is obviously amazing as well,

    I’m putting 4/5 because

    There’s this one co host guy I’m not always a fan,like kinda aggressive/rude and “mister know it all”

    and he’s like a Pats fan who just “works for the Bears” I don’t know..a lil weird..but that’s just me and everybody can’t be everyone’s cup of tea 😚

    But I support the show and all of y’all

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    hopewtr
    United States9 months ago
  • Terrible

    Sarcasm is terrible, no real news.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GrayHairJoe
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pat is great, everyone else meh

    Shea Norling is the worst of the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Anand P.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pat is a Sox fan

    He roots openly against the Cubs

    Guess he should be doing a Sox pod

    Unsubscribe and unfollow

    There’s better Bears stuff by Joniak on Bears sight listen to them instead of this

    Am I RIGHT

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dougiez
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners often praise Pat's energy, approachability and ability to keep Bears coverage focused and engaging.
Fans value the mix of game analysis, team news, guests and perspectives from former Bears players.
Multiple reviews report repeated episodes within downloads, making files longer and more frustrating to use.
Courtney Cronin is frequently singled out for clear, comprehensive reporting and insider insight.
Some listeners find a co-host's delivery too aggressive or dismissive, and disagree with the show's tone.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#214
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#190
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#235
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#180
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#195
Italy/Sports/Football
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#243
Germany/Sports/Football

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bears vs Falcons Could Be a SHOOTOUT — Can the Bears Defense Survive?
Q: Who are you looking at on this defense that you need to see bounce back in a major way from what we saw versus the Green Bay Packers?
Jason McKie says everyone who takes a defensive snap must improve, particularly by tackling well, maintaining gap integrity, and limiting Bijan Robinson's yards after contact. He also emphasizes keeping the Falcons one-dimensional and generating pressure.
Bears vs Falcons Could Be a SHOOTOUT — Can the Bears Defense Survive?
Q: For those of us who haven't had to overcome an injury of this magnitude, trying to get back on the field, what is it usually like when, what are teams seeing or what are teams doing to try and clear a player in that moment?
Jason McKie explains that teams assess strength, mobility, and how the injury responds to movements and positions a player may encounter in a game. He says Williams should be healthy enough to play effectively, not merely cleared to participate.
Courtney Cronin: Caleb Williams Returns & Looked ELITE
Q: Do you give him more snaps coming into this week to get him back onto the field?
Cronin says Gordon's strong limited return raises the question of whether to increase his workload or gradually ramp him up to avoid asking too much too soon. His impact in coverage as well as as a blitzer will help determine his overall role.
Courtney Cronin: Caleb Williams Returns & Looked ELITE
Q: How big is it that Caleb is still not back on the injury report, not limited at all, and going back out there full go pretty much heading into this Patriots game?
Cronin says Williams felt good after the Falcons game and is not needing extra hamstring treatment, giving the Bears a healthy quarterback on a short week. She adds that his efficient play helped the offense and its receivers perform better.
Caleb Williams BACK at Practice! Courtney Cronin Reveals How He Looked
Q: Is there an update on the positioning of who's QB2 and who's QB3 in this offense after what we saw from Tyson Bagent on the field there?
Cronin says there is no official depth chart, but Bagent took the reps immediately behind Williams at practice, ahead of Case Keenum and Miller Moss, suggesting he may remain QB2.

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What is The Chicago Bears Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekday conversations focused on Chicago Bears news, game previews and breakdowns, player performance, injuries, roster decisions and trade possibilities. Pat The Designer leads a mix of spirited fan-facing commentary and football analysis, often joined by former Bears players and NFL reporters who bring playing experience or team coverage to discussions. Coverage moves between tactical details, such as pass protection and defensive matchups, and broader questions about coaching, personnel strategy, the NFC North and the team's playoff prospects. The format is timely and closely tied to the season, with frequent previews and reactions alongside roster updates and occasional reflections on Bears history. Its combination of local fan perspect... more

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