Windy City Gridiron: for Chicago Bears fans
909 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month 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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Bears Over Beers S2E8: Special Interview with Mad Mac Director CJ Wallis
August 19, 2020 23:03 - 36 minutesJim McMahon, the Punky QB, will be the focus of a documentary coming out in 2021. Jeff and EJ welcome Director CJ Wallis to the show to talk about the project, what makes McMahon interesting, and even get some Stanley Kurbrick talk. All that over a couple McMahon-worthy beers and something called Purple Monkey Dishwater on this week's Bears Over Beers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME60: Breaking down play-calling, Matt Nagy, and the Bears' 2019 disaster (with Bobby Peters!)
August 10, 2020 17:25 - 51 minutesIs Bears' HC Matt Nagy a good play-caller? It's impossibly hard to tell from the TV broadcast, so I brought on the man who literally wrote the book on the 2018 Bears' offense, Bobby Peters, to talk through everything from Nagy's favorite concepts and systems to player-specific adjustments he made throughout his two-year stint in Chicago. It's a jam-packed episode, so check it out now! Be sure to leave a review after listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2:E7: Covid Opt Outs and Trubisky vs. Foles
August 05, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutesThe boys are back in the saddle again and talking Bears over beverages. First up is notable Bears opt-out Eddie Goldman and the effect his absence might have on the D. Jeff and EJ follow it up with some talk about the now-adjusted TE room and finally cap it off with what they really expect out of the Trubisky vs. Foles training camp "battle". And as always there are some fresh beverages to try and rate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME59: Goldman's Opt-Out and the Top 5 Most Important Bears' Players of 2020
August 03, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutesWith star nose tackle Eddie Goldman opting out of the 2020 NFL season, what changes for the Chicago Bears defense? Robert investigates in this episode while also revealing his "Top 5 Most Important Bears Players/Position-Groups of 2020". Check out the episode and let him know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 74- Brad Biggs- Training Camp Preview!
July 24, 2020 22:10 - 49 minutesThe Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs joins the Bears Banter Podcast as the Bears are getting ready for a unique training camp. Biggs discusses the impact of COVID-19 in training camp and the season, the Foles vs Trubisky debate, Allen Robinson's contract extension situation, if the running game can improve, and how the defense can look more like the 2018 version than the 2019 version. Plus, could Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy end up on the hot seat? It's a podcast loaded with information! Learn more ab...
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Peering into the Future 2020s
July 13, 2020 12:00 - 2 hoursWe've made it all the way to the current iteration of the Bears. By learning about the Bears history, the guys try to use those lessons to predict what might come to be in the next decade. Join us as we break down the current roster with exciting players like Eddie Jackson, Akiem Hicks, Allen Robinson, Kyle Fuller, and of course, Khalil Mack complete with historical comparisons of where those players will eventually rank in Bears history. Finally, the guys predict what records will be broken ...
BWME58: A statistical look at the Chicago Bears (with Johnathan Wood!)
July 07, 2020 17:34 - 51 minutesWhat do the Chicago Bears' 2019 statistics, both offensive and defensive, say about their play last year? And what can they tell us about 2020? Robert brings on DaBearsBlog's statistical guru, Johnathan Wood, to find out just that in this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - The Cutler Era 2010s
July 06, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourMost people fall into one of two camps - you were either a Jay Cutler defender or a Jay Cutler hater. Those two groups of people waged war against each other throughout Cutler's tenure as a Chicago Bear. We dedicate this episode to the "Cutler Era" and all the players that played during this time. We'll talk Matt Forte, Brandon Marshall, and Alshon Jeffery plus the biggest FA signing in franchise history. Finally, we'll ask the question that needs to be asked - did Jay Cutler win the Jay Cutl...
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 2000s Part 2
June 29, 2020 12:01 - 1 hourIt's another big one as Jeff and Matt break down the first decade of the 21st century and all the ups and downs that went along with it. It's so big in fact that we had to break this out into two episodes. Part 2 picks up with Lance Briggs and works through other key Chicago Bears from the decade including Olin Kreutz, Thomas Jones, and Devin Hester. The episode finishes with the guys making their choices in the categories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 2000s Part 1
June 29, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourIt's another big one as Jeff and Matt break down the first decade of the 21st century and all the ups and downs that went along with it. It's so big in fact that we had to break this out into two episodes. Part 1 lays out the cocktail of the decade, a US history recap with pop culture, and the bios of Brian Urlacher, Mike Brown, and Peanut Tillman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Black Hole 90s
June 22, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourLet me level with you here. If you've lasted this long in the series you know that there are some good decades and some bad decades. This is one of those bad ones, but that doesn't mean we can't have some fun along the way. Join Jeff and Matt as they work through the 1990s with some of their all-time favorite players on some bad football teams. Plus, Jeff breaks out two cocktail recipes for the decade and shares his Tom Waddle autographed jersey story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
BWM57: Current and Future Analysis of the Chicago Bears' Cap Situation (With Brad Spielberger!)
June 21, 2020 21:35 - 57 minutesThe Chicago Bears have become known for their limited cap space and draft resources, but how bad *is* their situation compared to other teams? Robert brings on renowned cap analyst Brad Spielberger to answer exactly that question, as well as outlining both the current and future threats to the Bears' success going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 80s Side B
June 15, 2020 12:01 - 1 hourThis episode is so big we had to break it into 2 parts! Side B (like your favorite cassette from the 80s) covers the remaining 4 key Bears from the decade the always popular categories! All this and more in this week's episode of Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History by the Decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - 80s Side A
June 15, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourThis episode is so big we had to break it into 2 parts! Side A (like your favorite cassette from the 80s) covers the cocktail of the decade, a quick recap of the US history during this time, and a discussion of 4 key Bears from the decade. Once you finish this episode make sure to flip over to Side B for the remaining players of the decade and the always popular categories! All this and more in this week's episode of Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History by the Decade. Learn more about your a...
BWME56: Talking about Trubisky's Press Conference
June 14, 2020 21:17 - 44 minutesAfter months away from speaking to the media, Chicago Bears' QB Mitchell Trubisky met with Chicago's finest reporters over zoom a few days ago and wow'd pundits with his confident and plucky demeanor. But will this "good pissed off" attitude carry over to the football field? Robert discusses this, along with a plethora of other topics, in this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 73- Sam Acho joins
June 11, 2020 21:44 - 33 minutesIn the latest episode of Bears Banter, former Chicago Bear LB Sam Acho joins the podcast. Sam discusses his reaction to George Floyd's death, the protests that followed and also discusses what systemic racism the NFL and the country need to deal with, how we can all be better and improve the country for all people moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Sweetness 70s
June 09, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourLet's be honest for a minute - the 1970s were not a great time to be a fan of Bears football if you liked winning games. However, that doesn't mean that they weren't entertaining and lacked great players. A Defensive Player of the Year and a League MVP earn honors in this decade despite the Bears going through 4 different head coaches and their worst record by decade ever. Join Jeff and Matt as they talk Walter Payton, Doug Buffone, Wally Chambers, Jim Osborne, Gary Fencik, and other fun, int...
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - The George Halas Victory Lap of the 1960s
June 01, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourThe 60s were one of the most turbulent decades in American history and also in Chicago Bears history. George Halas winds down his coaching career by pulling off one last championship in 1963, helping create the modern Tight End position by drafting Mike Ditka, and acquiring two of the most legendary Bears in the same draft - Dick Butkus and Gale Sayers. All this and more on this episode of Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History by the Decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Nifty 50s
May 25, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourThe 50s can be described as good but not great in terms of team success, but there are plenty of All-Time great players and stories from the decade. This is the first decade in Bears history to not bring a championship to town, but don't be fooled by the lack of trophies. The 50s brought the creation of the MLB position and arguably the greatest Wide Receiver in team history. Join us as we talk Bill George, Harlon Hill, George Conner and more in this week's episode of Halas to Mack: Chicago B...
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Fantastic 40s
May 18, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourThere's no decade quite like the 1940s - World War II rages across the globe and the Chicago Bears take the NFL by storm with a level of dominance never seen before. Join Jeff and Matt as they introduce you to 8 key players from the decade including Hall of Famers Sid Luckman, Bulldog Turner, George McAfee, and Ed Sprinkle. The guys will then work through a set of categories like who was the best player of the decade? Who would you want on the 2020 roster from this decade? So mix yourself a 1...
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - Bronko's 30s
May 11, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourWelcome to the 1930s! The Bears are alive and well in this decade with some financial help from an unexpected place. Bronko Nagurski headlines the famous players of the decade but plenty of Hall of Famers and innovators wore the Navy & Orange during the Great Depression. Join Jeff and Matt as they work through one of the most successful decades in Bears history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 72- Ted Ginn Jr. joins!
May 08, 2020 20:53 - 34 minutesA great episode with new Chicago Bears WR Ted Ginn Jr.! Ginn joined the podcast to talk about why he chose Chicago, how he sees himself fitting in on the offense and on special teams with Cordarrelle Patterson, teaching the young kids like Darnell Mooney how to use their speed and so much more. How fast is Ted Ginn's 40 right now? Has he ever come close to signing with the Bears previously? How much longer does he want to play? What's the deal with nobody signing Cam Newton? The challeng...
Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears History - The Roaring 20s
May 03, 2020 22:55 - 1 hourWelcome to Halas to Mack: Chicago Bears history by the decade! This new, limited podcast series tackles the 100 year history of the Chicago Bears by reviewing each decade. Windy City Gridiron veteran Jeff Berckes is joined by Matt Winter to discuss the 1920s, the formation of the NFL, and the beginning of the George Halas legacy. The guys have some fun along the way with a cocktail of the decade recipe, a biography of the 8 players you need to know of the decade, and some fun categories like ...
Bears Banter: Ep. 71- Brett Kollmann and EJ Snyder recap the draft!
May 02, 2020 00:54 - 50 minutesIn a can't miss edition, check out the latest Bears Banter with BOTH Brett Kollmann and EJ Snyder. Brett and EJ give you a great break down of the Bears top 5 draft picks and give you a little bit on the 7th rounders and UDFAs as well. Plus, the Packers- what were they doing? EJ and Brett tell you the smart and not-so-smart thinking behind Chicago's NFC North rivals. Plus- John Jenkins, Tedd Ginn Jr and Tashaun Gipson? It's all covered! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...
Bears Over Beers S2E6: 2020 Draft Recap!
April 25, 2020 23:41 - 1 hourSlept through the NFL Draft? Never fear - here's a recap of the entire thing including a live reaction to the 7th round picks. So grab a beverage and join EJ and Jeff as they recap all of the new Chicago Bears, the moves that were required to land some of them, and we all get to - at least momentarily - laugh at the pain of Aaron Rodgers. All in all, not a bad draft weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Chicago Bears select Arlington Hambright and Lachavious Simmons -- Live Reactions! (With Jacob Infante!)
April 25, 2020 23:25 - 20 minutesWith the 226th & 227th picks in the NFL draft, the Chicago Bears selected Colorado OG Arlington Hambright and Tennessee State OT Lachavious Simmons. What did WCG's Lead Draft Analyst think of the pick? Robert brings on Jacob Infante to find out in this live reaction podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Chicago Bears select Darnell Mooney -- Live Reactions! (With Jacob Infante!)
April 25, 2020 21:05 - 18 minutesWith the 173rd pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Tulane WR Darnell Mooney. What did WCG's Lead Draft Analyst think of the pick? Robert brings on Jacob Infante to react live and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Chicago Bears Select Kindle Vildor -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!)
April 25, 2020 19:53 - 15 minutesWith the 163rd pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Georgia Southern DB Kindle Vildor. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Chicago Bears Select Trevis Gipson -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!)
April 25, 2020 19:34 - 16 minutesWith the 155th pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Tulsa EDGE Trevis Gipson. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWM: The Chicago Bears Select Jaylon Johnson -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!)
April 25, 2020 01:25 - 24 minutesWith the 50th pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Utah CB Jaylon Johnson. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWM: The Chicago Bears Select Cole Kmet -- Live Reactions! (With EJ Snyder and Jacob Infante!)
April 25, 2020 00:25 - 14 minutesWith the 43rd pick in the draft, the Chicago Bears selected Cole Kmet. What did WCG's draftnicks think of the pick? Robert brings on EJ and Jacob to react live and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 70- EJ Snyder previews the NFL Draft!
April 21, 2020 18:40 - 50 minutesWindy City Gridiron's senior draft analyst EJ Snyder joins Bears Banter to preview the NFL Draft! EJ breaks down if the Bears could consider a QB in round 2 and if they do- who should it be? They discuss the tight end room after Trey Burton's release and how the Bears should address that in the draft? Would OJ Howard make sense? Plus, what should the Bears do with those 2 second round picks? So much more packed in the episode, don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...
Bears Banter: Ep.69- Erik Duerrwaechter of WCG joins!
April 10, 2020 22:26 - 48 minutesIn the nicest episode of Bears Banter yet, Erik Duerrwaechter from Windy City Gridiron joins! Zimmerman and ED have a great conversation about Foles vs Trubisky, the Nick Foles contract, how Robert Quinn is better for this defense than Leonard Floyd, plus conversations on the Bears offensive line, lack of wide receiver depth, the tight end situation, and what else the Bears might do in the secondary! It's a jam-packed episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWM55: Let's Talk About Ryan Pace (with Khari Thompson, Brad Spielberger, and Dan DeYoung!)
April 09, 2020 22:04 - 41 minutesRyan Pace took over as the General Manager of the Chicago Bears in 2015, but has he done a good job? Khari, Dan, Brad and I attempt to answer exactly that in Part 2 of our earlier discussion on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME54: Free Agency Then... Free Agency Now
April 07, 2020 18:23 - 46 minutesAs is the case every year, more and more contract-related info has surfaced about the Chicago Bears' Free Agency moves as time has gone on. But is any of the new info enough to change the signings' outlook? Find out in this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2E5: The Need for Speed (at Wide Receiver) Draft Preview
March 30, 2020 18:00 - 1 hourJeff and EJ finally break the seal on draft previews and start it off with a fun one - the historically deep and talented WR class. Join the guys as they cover 15 WRs you'll hear at the draft including some exciting targets for the Bears to fill a major need on the offense. EJ breaks down Brandon Aiyuk, Chase Claypool, Michael Pittman Jr., Jalen Reagor, KJ Hamler and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 68- Is Nick Foles now QB1?
March 26, 2020 18:48 - 37 minutesBill ZImmerman is back with another Bears Banter! The Bears have a new captain in one Nick Foles! Is he the starter? Or is he just competition? Plus, what does Robert Quinn mean for the defense? What's going to happen in the secondary? And why haven't they really addressed the offensive line? It's a packed Bears Banter, check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
T Formation Conversation: Breaking down Bears free agency so far
March 25, 2020 18:22 - 29 minutesThe Chicago Bears have made a couple splashes during the 2020 free agency period thus far and Lester breaks down what it all means for the Bears moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2E4: The Early 2020 Free Agency Roller Coaster of Emotions
March 20, 2020 17:00 - 1 hourJeff and EJ welcome Robert Schmitz to discuss the three major Chicago Bears acquisitions - the trade for QB Nick Foles and the signings of TE Jimmy Graham and Edge defender Robert Quinn. Come join us for the raw reactions to the Ryan Pace Roller Coaster of Emotions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME53: Chicago Bears trade for Nick Foles -- Instant Reaction (with Michael Kist!)
March 19, 2020 00:31 - 40 minutesThe Chicago Bears just traded their 4th round compensatory pick in the 2020 draft to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for quarterback Nick Foles. What?? I bring on BleedingGreenNation's Michael Kist to talk through the move on the latest episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2E3: Defensive Free Agency Preview
March 16, 2020 21:07 - 1 hourJeff and EJ are back to take a swing at some of the realistic options the Bears might target now that free agency is underway for 2020. We bounce the idea of Derek Carr to the Bears around briefly before highlighting FA options at ILB, CB, S, EDGE and even toss in a few fun flyers at DT and DE (5-tech). Listen up and get prepared for the wild ride that is the NFL free agent frenzy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers S2E2: The Red Rifle in Navy and Orange?
March 12, 2020 12:39 - 1 hourWith Free Agency right around the corner, Jeff and EJ take a deep look at the offensive side of the ball including an extensive look at the QB position. The prospects of everyone from Teddy Bridgewater to Andy Dalton to Case Keenum are discussed. Then the guys shift to teasing the historically deep WR rookie class, some potential dangerous TE signings, and some fingers crossed at OG. All that over a couple of delicious craft beers so listen up and Bear Down. Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Bears Banter: Ep. 67- Benjamin Allbright joins
March 05, 2020 16:54 - 39 minutesAnother Bears Banter has arrived. NFL Insider Benjamin Allbright joins to address some rumors that surfaced in Indianapolis at the NFL Combine, and gives some thoughts on some other potential free agent directions the Bears could go. Plus, Eli Manning to the Bears? Bill Zimmerman says it's nonsense and that the Twitterverse needs to relax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
T Formation Conversation: Jacob Infante dishes on the Bears and the NFL Draft
March 03, 2020 04:52 - 38 minutesNow that the NFL Combine is in the books Windy City Gridiron's lead draft analyst, Jacob Infante, joins host Lester Wiltfong to discuss the options the Chicago Bears will have in the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 66- The Bears are NOT committed to Mitch Trubisky!
February 26, 2020 17:33 - 22 minutesBill Zimmerman just had to jump on a microphone after he saw the media and the fans reaction to Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy's comments at the NFL Combine about Mitch Trubisky. To the fans and media saying the Bears are fully committed to Mitch Trubisky, Zimmerman wants to know how you possibly could believe that!?!? It's a fired up podcast, check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME52: Rumors, Free Agency, and an argument for why the Bears should acquire a quarterback
February 23, 2020 22:01 - 38 minutesOutside of a few recent moves, there haven't been a ton of "new Bears things" to talk about over the last few weeks as the NFL Combine (and Free Agency) approaches. Thus, in today's episode, I talk about the free agency moves I'd like to make while also making the argument for why I think the Bears NEED to take a good look at their available options at quarterback. Will they make a move in March? Who knows, but I offer the reasons why they should in today's episode of Bear With Me! Learn more...
BWME51: The Staleys End-Of-Season Awards Show, Part 2 (With Jeff Berckes and EJ Snyder!)
February 17, 2020 22:32 - 51 minutesIn the latest episode of Bear With Me, Robert’s end of season conversation with Jeff Berckes and EJ Snyder continues as they bid farewell to the 2019 Chicago Bears’ season by handing out their final end-of-season awards! They award Worst Game, Best Performance by a Role Player, Favorite Play, Best Game, Defensive MVP, Offensive MVP, and Most Valuable Bear as well as offering thoughts on what the Bears need to do to improve next year. You don't want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choic...
BWME50: The Staleys End-Of-Season Award Show (Part 1)
February 10, 2020 21:02 - 47 minutesWith the season over and done with, Robert returns from a brief hiatus to bid farewell to the 2019 season by hosting his end-of-season awards show, the Staleys, to honor the highest highs and the lowest lows of the Chicago Bears' disappointing year. You don't want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 65- Second Round Senior Bowl Prospects with EJ Snyder!
February 07, 2020 17:39 - 48 minutesEJ Snyder joins Bill Zimmerman as they break down the Chiefs victory over the 49ers in the Super Bowl and take a look at some compelling prospects the Bears could look at in round 2 this year, plus any potential late round QBs that could look good in a Bears' uniform. Plus, is someone in the Bears' organization souring on Mitch Trubisky? It's all in a loaded podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter Ep. 64: Kyle Long joins from Miami!
January 31, 2020 16:58 - 18 minutesBears Banter is back and Kyle Long joins the podcast. Kyle talks about his decision to retire, when that decision was made, if he'd ever consider a comeback, growing up in a football family and his thoughts on Mitch Trubisky and the offensive line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices