Windy City Gridiron: for Chicago Bears fans
909 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 142 ratingsThe official home for audio programming from Windy City Gridiron, SB Nation's community for fans of the Chicago Bears.
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Rule of 3: Wrapping up the Draft (and Charles Leno) with Lester Wiltfong Jr.
May 05, 2021 05:05 - 1 hourThe 2021 NFL Draft cycle is finally over and with it's end comes a surprise cut -- LT Charles Leno has been released from the Bears as Tevin Jenkins will likely move to LT. What does this mean for Jenkins? How will this draft class shape the team going forward? Robert and Brandon bring on Lester Wiltfong Jr. to find out on this episode of the Rule of 3! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: How sure are we about Justin Fields?
May 04, 2021 21:00 - 7 minutesCLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty of bickering between rivals. It's a show for NFL fans, by NFL fans. Monday - Monday Football Monday (RJ Ochoa, Pete Sweeney, Michael Kist) Tuesday - Off Day Debrief (Brandon Lee Gowton, Rob "Stats" Guerr...
Bears Banter Over Beers Crossover Event: NFL Draft Edition!
May 03, 2021 21:06 - 1 hourThe Chicago Bears made perhaps the biggest splash on draft night moving up to the 11th selection to draft Justin Fields and followed that up with a splashy pick on day 2 in Teven Jenkins. The guys discuss those selections, break down the day 3 picks and discuss the Bears' decision to release Charles Leno! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Khyiris Tonga Instant Reactions
May 01, 2021 23:41 - 17 minutesWith the 250th pick in the 2021 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears have selected Khyiris Tonga -- a DT out of BYU. Robert brings on WCG's Lead Draft Analyst, Jacob Infante, to react to the Tevin Jenkins pick on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Thomas Graham Instant Reactions
May 01, 2021 22:52 - 10 minutesWith the 228th pick in the 2021 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears have selected Thomas Graham -- a CB out of Oregon. Robert brings on WCG's Lead Draft Analyst, Jacob Infante, to react to the Tevin Jenkins pick on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Dazz Newsome Instant Reactions
May 01, 2021 22:48 - 13 minutesWith the 221st pick in the 2021 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears have selected Dazz Newsome -- an WR out of North Carolina. Robert brings on WCG's Lead Draft Analyst, Jacob Infante, to react to the Tevin Jenkins pick on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Khalil Herbert Instant Reactions
May 01, 2021 22:42 - 12 minutesWith the 217th pick in the 2021 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears have selected Khalil Herbert -- an RB out of Virginia Tech. Robert brings on WCG's draft crew, EJ Synder, and Jacob Infante, to react to the Tevin Jenkins pick on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Larry Borom Instant Reactions
May 01, 2021 19:12 - 18 minutesThe Chicago Bears selected Offensive Tackle Larry Borom with the 151st overall pick in the NFL draft. Robert brings on WCG's Jacob Infante to react to the pick on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Tevin Jenkins Instant Reactions
May 01, 2021 00:46 - 29 minutesThe Chicago Bears traded up again, this time with the Carolina Panthers, and drafted one of the nastiest Offensive Tackles in the draft with the 39th overall pick. Robert brings on WCG's whole draft crew, EJ Synder, Danny Meehan, and Jacob Infante, to react to the Tevin Jenkins pick on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: WCG's Robert Schmitz reacts live to the Justin Fields trade up!
April 30, 2021 19:00 - 5 minutesCLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty of bickering between rivals. It's a show for NFL fans, by NFL fans. Monday - Monday Football Monday (RJ Ochoa, Pete Sweeney) Tuesday - Off Day Debrief (Brandon Lee Gowton, Rob "Stats" Guerrera) Wednesday...
Bear With Me: Justin Fields Instant Reactions
April 30, 2021 03:05 - 27 minutesThe Chicago Bears traded up with the New York Giants and drafted their QB of the future in Justin Fields with the 11th overall pick in the draft. Robert brings on WCG's whole draft crew, EJ Synder, Danny Meehan, and Jacob Infante, to react to the pick on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LunchPail DraftCast Don't End Up Too Tight, It's Time To Safety Dance
April 29, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourDuring the Final Pre-Draft NFL Draft positional rankings Danny and Jacob break down the Tight Ends and Safeties and continue to show why they're trying their absolute best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LunchPail DraftCast Ep. 5: We Paid All This Money, & All We Got Was a Quarterback?!?!?
April 28, 2021 12:00 - 1 hourThey're back at it again. Danny and Jacob come back for yet another edition of the LunchPail DraftCast. This time they're here to break down the QBs from all areas of the drafting climate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: NFC North 2021 NFL Draft Preview
April 27, 2021 21:00 - 5 minutesCLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty of bickering between rivals. It's a show for NFL fans, by NFL fans. Monday - Monday Football Monday (RJ Ochoa, Pete Sweeney) Tuesday - Off Day Debrief (Brandon Lee Gowton, Rob "Stats" Guerrera) Wednesday...
LunchPail DraftCast Ep. 4.2: We Go Deep, Like a Runningback
April 27, 2021 12:30 - 45 minutesDanny and Jacob continue on from the linebackers and delve into the Runningbacks. From Tuscaloosa, to Chapel Hill all the way to Louisville! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LunchPail DraftCast Ep. 4 Lovin' on Some Linebackers
April 26, 2021 15:49 - 1 hourIn this version of the LunchPail Draftcast Danny and Jacob break down off-ball linebackers. From the highest thought of prospects to the scrappy gym rat, try-hards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LunchPail DraftCast: Receivers and Corners galore!
April 23, 2021 17:44 - 1 hourThe LunchPail Duo is joined by Pro Football Focus’ very own, Brad Spielberger to break down the this year’s crop of wideouts and corners that are available in the 2021 NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rule of 3: Mock Draft Battle!! (With Jacob Infante!)
April 22, 2021 17:22 - 53 minutesWith 7 days left until the NFL Draft's first round, the Rule of 3 gang brought in WCG's Lead Draft Analyst, Jacob Infante, for a 4-way free-for-all Mock Draft Battle! Trade-ups, trade-downs, the guys laid out all sorts of options for Ryan Pace and now it's up to you to pick the winner -- who do you think came away with the best haul? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S3E4: Draft Preview Part 2 - CBs & WRs
April 21, 2021 10:00 - 1 hourPart 2 of the NFL Draft preview focuses on WRs and CBs. The Bears need to address both positions in the draft this year as they are thin at both positions. EJ details some potential targets for the Bears to consider with early picks and gives some of his favorite mid- and late-round values. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S3E3: Draft Preview Part 1 - QBs & OL
April 18, 2021 22:00 - 1 hourThis draft could set up very well to help the Bears as the needs align with talent. Jeff and EJ dig into the first two big needs in Part 1 of their draft preview - QB and OL. Make sure to check back in later this week for Part 2 where the guys will chat about CB and WR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rule of 3: What DO the Bears do at QB?
April 15, 2021 22:57 - 59 minutesWith the NFL Draft only 2 weeks away, Robert, Danny, and Brandon circle up to talk about the Bears and potential options at QB as well as other positions. It's a great conversation, so make sure you tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LunchPail DraftCast: Hog-Wild on Hogmollies Pt. 2
April 13, 2021 20:05 - 1 hourIn the second episode of their new podcast, Jacob and Danny finish up discussing EDGE and Tackle prospects while also diving into interior Offensive Lineman. We also find out that they are trying their absolute best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LunchPail DraftCast: Hog-Wild on Hogmollies Pt. 1
April 08, 2021 16:07 - 1 hourIn a brand-new NFL Draft centered podcast, Danny and Jacob breakdown the OTs and EDGE defenders of the ‘21 NFL Draft. #GetchaHardHatReady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S3E2: Losing Kyle Fuller, FA Roundup, and the Red Rifle
April 02, 2021 16:30 - 1 hourJeff and EJ are not so pleased with Ryan Pace and his mishandling of the roster. They talk Kyle Fuller and recap a dud of a FA period. After the break, they talk about Mitchell Trubisky landing in a perfect spot in Buffalo, the smoke behind the Russell Wilson trade, Andy Dalton not being as bad as you might think, and what the heck is going on with Nick Foles. All that over some tasty beverages on this edition of Bears Over Beers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...
Rule of 3: Red Rifle Review and Bears' Free Agency
March 27, 2021 14:46 - 59 minutesThe first wave of Free Agency has passed and the Bears have come away with multiple interesting depth signings as well as a brand-new starting quarterback in Andy Dalton. The Rule of 3 gang comes together to review the signings and walk through where the Bears should go from here while recording on Locker Room -- check out the show and let them know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 90- Is there still a path to Russell Wilson? (Yes)
March 24, 2021 21:02 - 28 minutesThe Chicago Bears were surrounded with a lot of Russell Wilson-hype the first half of March, but have followed that up with Andy Dalton and some underwhelming free agent acquisitions. Why has this offseason been so uninspiring from Chicago so far? Well, because they are still working towards bringing in a quarterback from the Pacific Northwest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: The Bears need to think outside the box
March 18, 2021 16:04 - 8 minutesCLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty of bickering between rivals. It's a show for NFL fans, by NFL fans. Monday - Monday Football Monday (RJ Ochoa, Pete Sweeney, Michael Kist) Tuesday - Off Day Debrief (Brandon Lee Gowton, Rob "Stats" Guerr...
FROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Should the Bears trade for Zach Ertz?
March 08, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutesCLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty of bickering between rivals. It's a show for NFL fans, by NFL fans. Monday - Monday Football Monday (RJ Ochoa, Pete Sweeney) Tuesday - Off Day Debrief (Brandon Lee Gowton, Rob "Stats" Guerrera) Wednesday...
Rule of 3: Let's talk about Russell Wilson...
March 05, 2021 19:50 - 1 hourFree Agency is almost upon us, but reports of a potential Chicago Bears' trade for Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has Bears Nation rightully abuzz -- what would a trade mean for the Bears? How much will it cost? Is it just a pipe dream? Find out on this first Locker Room episode of the Rule of 3! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S3E1: Decoding Free Agency with Brad Spielberger of PFF
February 26, 2021 16:00 - 1 hourWe are back! Kicking off the new season, Jeff and EJ are joined by Brad Spielberger of Pro Football Focus to discuss free agency. The first part of the show is dedicated to decoding some of the terms you'll hear in the coming weeks about contracts and salary cap. After the break, the guys talk about the value of potential Bears free agent players like Allen Robinson, Mitchell Trubisky, and Cairo Santos. All that and more over some tasty beverages to kick off the new season of Bears Over Beers...
Bears Banter: Ep. 89: What QB will Bears acquire?
February 19, 2021 23:01 - 33 minutesRyan Pace and Matt Nagy have been poking around looking for a new quarterback, who will they end up with? Deshaun Watson? Pipe dream. Derek Carr? Longshot at best. Carson Wentz? Cross him off. What QB could the Bears be looking at next? Should they be aggressive? Should they let the market come to them? Should they focus on just drafting a quarterback? This is the most critical decision that Matt Nagy and Ryan Pace have ever had to make together. Will they get the job done? Learn more about y...
FROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Debating Wentz landing spots
February 16, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutesCLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty of bickering between rivals. It's a show for NFL fans, by NFL fans. Monday - Monday Football Monday (RJ Ochoa, Pete Sweeney, Michael Kist) Tuesday - Off Day Debrief (Brandon Lee Gowton, Rob "Stats" Guerr...
Bear With Me: Senior Bowl Final Practice Update (With Jacob Infante!)
January 29, 2021 15:18 - 52 minutesThe final practice of the Senior Bowl has officially come and gone -- Who impressed? Who struggled? And what should we look for in Saturday's game? Robert brings on Jacob Infante once again to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Senior Bowl Day 2 Update (With Jacob Infante!)
January 28, 2021 08:06 - 43 minutesDay 2 of the Senior Bowl has officially come and gone -- Who impressed? Who struggled? Robert brings on Jacob Infante once again to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Senior Bowl Day 1 Update (With Jacob Infante!)
January 27, 2021 07:03 - 1 hourThe Chicago Bears season is over, but that means their offseason is just beginning -- what better way to start that offseason off than checking in on the Senior Bowl? I bring on Jacob Infante, who's live at the scene, for an in-depth look at who stuck out in practice on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rule of 3: Wrapping up a strange Chicago Bears season
January 19, 2021 17:00 - 52 minutesWith a playoff loss to the New Orleans Saints behind them, the Bears conduct a strange press conference that confirms Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy will be the Bears' GM and HC respectively in 2021. How does the Rule of 3 crew feel about that? Frankly, how does the Rule of 3 crew feel about the entire Bears season? Tune in to this episode to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 88- End of Season Press Conference Reaction- They don't get it!
January 13, 2021 19:31 - 43 minutesThe Bears season is over after a not-so-surprising loss to the New Orleans Saints on Wild Card weekend. This team has flaws and needed some level of change, so what did the Bears do? Gave fans Chuck Pagano as the sacrificial lamb and brought everyone back. Bill Zimmerman isn't happy about it and it doesn't take you long to figure it out when you start to listen. Check out a feisty reaction to a disappointing press conference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Bears-Saints Instant Reactions (with Brandon Robinson!)
January 11, 2021 03:23 - 1 hourThe 2020 Chicago Bears season ended as they lost 9-21 to a Saints team that looked better throughout, but what happened in the game? Does anyone deserve praise? Should we keep Chuck Pagano or Matt Nagy? Robert brings on his Rule of 3 co-host, Brandon Robinson, to answer just that on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2E28: Robert Mays Joins!
January 07, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourA playoff show deserves a big time guest. Robert Mays, host of the Athletic Football Show, joins Jeff and EJ to break down lessons learned about the 2020 Bears and try to determine how to move the Bears off the treadmill of mediocrity. After the break, Jeff and EJ lay out keys to pulling the playoff upset down in New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Bears-Packers Instant Reactions
January 04, 2021 03:47 - 32 minutesThe Chicago Bears have made the playoffs, but maybe not quite the way they imagined they would -- after enduring a 35-16 beatdown to their hated rivals, the Bears found out that the Cardinals had lost to the Rams and that they were the NFC's official 7th seed. But what in the world happened in this game? Were there any positives? And what should we expect in Sunday's matchup with the Saints? Robert talks through it all on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
Bears Over Beers S2:E27 - Showdown with the Packers
January 01, 2021 02:49 - 1 hourYou got what you wanted Bears fans: meaningful football in January. It might not be exactly how you envisioned it, or be against who you'd like it to be... but it's here none the less. Strap-it-up, late-season football where gridiron heroes can be forged, or memories tarnished. If the Bears win, versus their rivals, they're in to the playoffs. They get their proverbial "chip and a chair" that we've wanted for them all along. They're a hot team. Anything can happen. It will be prime football t...
FROM THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: WCG on the Bears & Trubisky
December 28, 2020 22:00 - 8 minutesCLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SB NATION NFL SHOW: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify The SB Nation NFL Show brings together the greatest fan-alysts from across SB Nation's NFL team communities in one place for the first time ever. Expect deep analysis, irreverent jokes, and plenty of bickering between rivals. It's a show for NFL fans, by NFL fans. Monday - Monday Football Monday (RJ Ochoa, Pete Sweeney, Michael Kist) Tuesday - Off Day Debrief (Brandon Lee Gowton, Rob "Stats" Guerr...
Bear With Me: Instant reactions to the Bears-Jags beatdown (with Patti Curl!)
December 28, 2020 01:07 - 56 minutesAfter a 6 game losing streak that threatened the entire organization's jobs, the Chicago Bears battled their way back into the 7th seed in the NFC by way of ruthless beatdown as they tattoo'd the Jacksonville Jaguars 41-17. What went well in this game? What went poorly? Robert brings on WCG's own Patti Curl to discuss on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2E26: How did we get here?
December 24, 2020 19:13 - 1 hourThe Bears made a number of changes to help stop a rough six-game skid in the middle of the season. The guys take a look back at the advice they offered up weeks ago to see if the Bears listened to help explain this reversal of fortunes. Plus, a preview on how to beat a 1-13 Jaguars club. Spoiler: their fans would like the Bears to win this week as they're lined up to take Trevor Lawrence. All that and more over some tasty beverages on this week's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Bears Over Beers S2:E25 - Brad Spielberger Joins to Preview the Vikings
December 18, 2020 04:30 - 56 minutesPFF's Brad Spielberger joins the show to help EJ recap the victory over the Texans and preview the upcoming game versus the Vikings. After that they guys dig into the what the future holds for Chicago moving into the offseason. What does the salary cap really look like? Should Pace and Nagy stay or go? If they leave, how attractive a destination will the Chicago job be for candidates from around the league? All these questions and more get answers in this week's podcast. Plus, as always, 2 fr...
Bear With Me: Texans-Bears instant reactions (with Lester Wiltfong!)
December 13, 2020 23:50 - 58 minutesSeemingly out of nowhere, the Chicago Bears annihilated the Houston Texans with a 30 point first half and a dominant defensive showing (final score 36-7). What led to this offensive and defensive explosion? What does this mean for the rest of the season? Can the Bears push for a playoff spot? Find out these answers and more on the latest episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rule of 3: Bears-Lions review & Chicago offseason preview (with PFF's Brad Spielberger!)
December 12, 2020 18:08 - 1 hourAfter yet another rough outing against the Detroit Lions, the Chicago Bears fell to 5-7 on the season amidst a 6 game losing streak that could cost the front office their jobs by the end of the season. What happens next? If the Bears do change GMs & HCs, who should they be looking to hire? All these questions and more are answered in this epic Rule of 3 "Double Album"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2E24: Brett Kollmann joins!
December 11, 2020 14:09 - 1 hourThe guys are joined by the Film Room's Brett Kollmann. The Bears will try to earn their first ever victory against the Texans this Sunday, but they'll have to do it against Deshaun Watson and a Texans team playing much better than they were in September under Bill O'Brien. The conversation includes a breakdown of Trubisky vs. Watson in the draft process, what it's like to be a Texans fan, and a deeper dive on the possible head coach search. All that plus a special promotion for Bears Over Bee...
Bears Banter: Ep. 87- Lester Wiltfong joins!
December 10, 2020 23:35 - 53 minutesThe latest Bears Banter is here and Lester Wiltfong the chief editor of Windy City Gridiron joins the podcast! Lester and Bill discuss plenty of topics with plenty of discussion on how to improve the offensive line, but they also discuss the bigger picture of Ted Phillips, Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy and if the Bears will remove all three, and do you trust them to replace them with the right people? Check out a packed podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bear With Me: Instant reactions to a gut-punch Lions loss (with Jacob Infante!)
December 07, 2020 02:04 - 58 minutesThe Bears' losing streak increases to 6 games as they fall to 5-7 overall against Detroit. As a 20-30 lead evaporated into a 34-30 defeat, Robert (like many Bears fans) found himself asking one question: what's next? In this episode of Bear With Me, he brought on Jacob Infante to recap the game and answer just that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices