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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SUPER BOWL LIV: Jake Fromm
January 30, 2020 18:57 - 15 minutesNFL prospect Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm stops by to talk about his journey to the 2020 NFL Draft with RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers: Season 2 Kickoff and 2020 Senior Bowl Round-Up
January 26, 2020 01:00 - 1 hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 63- Adam Rank Joins!
January 24, 2020 17:25 - 41 minutesBill Zimmerman is back with another Bears Banter Podcast! Adam Rank joins and they discuss the disappointment of the Chicago Bears season, but why it's not as bad as it's being made out to be. The struggles on offense, Matt Nagy, and what Ryan Pace needs to do this offseason, and of course, the discussion always heads towards the quarterback position and what should be done and could be done. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME49: Live(ish) from Mobile, it's a Senior Bowl Update! (With EJ Snyder!)
January 23, 2020 07:10 - 54 minutesAfter a few weeks off, Robert returns to check in with EJ Snyder, who's on site at the Senior Bowl! In this episode they talk about everything from Chicago Bears draft needs to EJ's overall draft class impressions, even detailing how the Senior Bowl practices are run! Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
T Formation Conversation: Scouting the Senior Bowl for the Bears with EJ Snyder
January 18, 2020 21:00 - 51 minutesWindy City Gridiron's lead draft analyst, EJ Snyder, joins host Lester Wiltfong to discuss the talent that will be on display at the Senior Bowl before EJ makes the trek to Alabama to cover the event first hand. He'll be at the full week of practice in Mobile, so give a listen to the prospects that EJ would like to see on the Chicago Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 62- Jimbo Covert, Riley Ridley join!
January 17, 2020 17:23 - 51 minutesThe first offseason podcast of Bears Banter is in the books and it's jammed with two interviews- Jimbo Covert and Riley Ridley! Covert joins us to talk about making the hall of fame and his tremendous career, it's an absolutely fantastic interview that every Bears fan will want to hear. Riley Ridley chats about being patient during his rookie season and what's next for the Bears wide receiver in year two! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME48: Hirings and firings and extensions, oh my! (with ECD!)
January 06, 2020 15:50 - 1 hourWith the 2019 season in the books, the Chicago Bears announce multiple moves (hirings, firings, and extensions alike) as they begin preparation for the 2020 season. But just how necessary were these moves? And what other hirings should the Bears look to make? Robert brings on ECD (Windy City Gridiron) to talk through these questions and more on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter Ep. 61- Breakdown of the Pace/Nagy Press Conference
January 04, 2020 23:26 - 44 minutesBill Zimmerman has a lot on his mind on the latest Bears Banter Podcast. He breaks down the outrage over the Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy season-ending press conference. Plus, he takes a long look at the roster and dives into the position groups and looks at what changes the Bears should make this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 36: Season Finale, Playoff Picks
January 03, 2020 17:00 - 1 hourOur last episode of the season, Jeff and EJ talk Bears-Vikings, settle the pre-season bets from the podcast with Sam Householder, and predict the playoff bracket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME47: Bears beat backup Vikings, finish season 8-8 (With Jacob Infante!)
December 30, 2019 01:42 - 1 hourThe Chicago Bears' season ends in thrilling fashion as Mitchell Trubisky leads the two-minute offense down the field (against the Vikings' backups) to win the afternoon's game 21-19 on a last second field goal. The kick ended the Bears' season on a victory, so Robert brings on draft analyst extraordinaire Jacob Infante to talk through the day's game as well as a preview of their potential offseason moves on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...
Bears Over Beers 35: Mashed by the Chiefs, Christmas, and a last stand vs. the Vikings
December 28, 2019 16:57 - 57 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME46: Bears crushed by Chiefs, lose 23-3 (With Lester Wiltfong Jr!)
December 23, 2019 06:21 - 53 minutesA week removed from a backbreaking loss to the Green Bay Packers, the Bears come up short against a Kansas City Chiefs team that seemed to have the upper hand in every phase of the game. Robert brings on WCG's own Lester Wiltfong Jr. to break things down in this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 34: A bitter defeat and what we can salvage from the Chiefs game
December 19, 2019 03:00 - 1 hourReview of the Packers game including the terrible, no-good call on Cordarrelle Patterson that changed the game early, Trubisky's poor play, thoughts on Prince Amukamara, and a defense of Matt Nagy the Head Coach. The guys then shift their gaze to the Sunday Night game against the Chiefs and try to provide some helpful hints on how to talk about Mahomes to friends and family, the need for a David Montgomery game and the importance of the defense keeping everything in front of them. All that an...
Bears Banter: Ep. 60- Allen Robinson Joins!
December 17, 2019 17:49 - 38 minutesWhat a way to finish 2019! In the final episode of the calendar year, Bill Zimmerman has Allen Robinson on to discuss his foundation, the tough loss to the Packers, the Bears season overall, his season and his continuing recovery from his knee injury, Mitch Trubisky's play, and if he would be interested in a contract extension. Plus, Bill Zimmerman gives you his thoughts on the team's performance overall this season and where the team needs to improve in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices...
BWME45: Bears lose to Green Bay Packers, are mathematically eliminated from playoffs
December 16, 2019 01:15 - 29 minutesThe Chicago Bears march into Lambeau field and leave with their season in shambles as offensive inconsistency isn't enough to beat Aaron Rodgers and the cheese-eating army. Robert combs through three positives and negatives in a quick season wrap up on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 33: Down with Dallas, and Bring on Green Bay
December 12, 2019 03:54 - 1 hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 59- Nick Kwiatkoski joins!
December 11, 2019 17:10 - 29 minutesBill Zimmerman breaks down the huge win over the Cowboys, discusses if the Bears (and Mitch Trubisky) have turned the corner and takes a look at their playoff chances. Plus, Chicago Bears ILB Nick Kwiatkoski joins the podcast and promotes his 3rd annual toy drive and talks about stepping into a starting role, why the team struggled in the middle of the season, if the team gets fired up for the Packers game, and if he wants to return to Chicago next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
BWME44: Bears blast the 'Boys 31-24 to keep playoff hopes alive
December 06, 2019 07:03 - 50 minutesMitchell Trubisky and the Chicago Bears put on an outstanding show on a cold Thursday night in Chicago as they beat the Dallas Cowboys 31-24 in a game that was never as close as the scoreline suggests. Robert brings on Dan DeYoung of From the Sidelines to dissect everything from Trubisky's play to defensive performance and more on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 58- Kevin Fishbain joins!
December 04, 2019 17:37 - 40 minutesIn the latest episode of Bears Banter, Bill Zimmerman is joined by The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain. They have a great conversation about Mitch Trubisky's performance, the Bears playoff hopes, the performance of the defense this year and what Kevin's assessment of Matt Nagy the head coach is (not the offensive mind). Plenty of content packed in, check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 32: Mitchell Trubisky owns the Lions and a glimmer of hope remains
December 04, 2019 01:52 - 1 hourJeff and EJ enjoy a Bears victory over the holiday and share some special beers. The guys chat about Mitchell Trubisky's favorite punching bag, the big game out of Anthony Miller, and keys to beating Dallas. All that and more on this week's edition of Bears Over Beers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME43: Chicago Bears feast on Detroit Lions in 24-20 win
November 29, 2019 22:12 - 33 minutesMitchell Trubisky and Anthony miller left Bears fans with plenty to be thankful for as they marched into Ford field and got the season's 6th win. But did they play as well as it seems? Just how significant was Trubisky's performance? And who else played well? Robert breaks down the answers to all these questions and more in this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 31: Thanksgiving Extravaganza
November 28, 2019 05:28 - 1 hourJeff and EJ recap the win over the Giants, preview the second game against the Lions, and then construct their all-time Thanksgiving dinner plates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 57: Patrick Meagher joins!
November 26, 2019 17:52 - 40 minutesIn the latest Bears Banter Podcast, SiriusXM's Mad Dog Sports Radio's Patrick Meagher joins the program to discuss the Chicago Bears disappointing season. He gives his analysis of Mitch Trubisky, the problems with the Detroit Lions, who the Bears should target at QB next season and the guys discuss Walter Payton vs Barry Sanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME42: Bears beat Giants in 14-19 win
November 24, 2019 22:59 - 1 hourThe Chicago Bears come out on top against the New York Football giants in a game that felt like quite the mixed bag -- with that in mind, Robert brings on WCG's own EJ Snyder to help him break down the highs and lows of the Bears' 5th win! Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 30: A bummer in LA, winnable game against NY
November 21, 2019 01:20 - 1 hourThe Rams pulled the plug on the Bears playoff hopes and the guys work through the Mitchell Trubisky hip injury and the future of Matt Nagy (spoiler, it gets slightly heated). The guys then preview the upcoming Giants game and hey, this one is winnable! Grab a beverage and join us for this week's edition of Bears Over Beers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME41: Bears lose tough game in Los Angeles, drop to 4-6
November 19, 2019 02:52 - 59 minutesFollowing an extraordinarily defeating game against the LA Rams, Robert brings on Jeff Berckes to talk through a game that saw Mitchell Trubisky get injured, the record fall to 4-6, and a host of offensive questions come to a head. Discussion of all this and more on this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 29: Lions tamed, onto LA
November 14, 2019 09:00 - 1 hourJeff and EJ celebrate the Bears victory over the Lions with a couple of excellent beers. They discuss some of the big things that popped off the screen during the 20-13 win. After a break, the guys air some grievances with the state of Bears fandom before getting to the Sunday Night Football preview with the Rams. So grab a beverage and join Jeff and EJ for this week's installment of Bears Over Beers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 56- Danny Parkins Joins!
November 13, 2019 21:22 - 44 minutesBill Zimmerman is joined by Danny Parkins and they bring the fire. Ryan Pace didn't even bother to take a look at Deshaun Watson before drafting Mitchell Trubisky? Why!? Plus, they examine what the win against the Lions means and Danny tells you who he wants at quarterback for the Chicago Bears in 2020. Plus, if you're an optimist, Bill Zimmerman gives you the path to the playoffs. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME40: Bears move to 4-5 after big win over rival Lions (with Brad Spielberger!)
November 11, 2019 00:30 - 1 hourAfter a big 13-20 Chicago Bears win over a Jeff Driskel-led Lions squad, Robert brings on Over the Cap's Brad Speilberger to talk through a game that put the Bears's season back on track. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 28: Eagles Review and Lions Preview
November 07, 2019 04:46 - 1 hourJeff makes his return from a 2-week absence so he and EJ can talk about how Chicago's season has crumbled and what's left to look forward to in 2019. They hit on the good from the Philadelphia game (defense played fairly well, Montgomery showed up strong, second-half offense had a few flashes) and try to come up with some reasonable keys for the game if the Bears are going to keep it competitive with Detroit next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 55- Patrick Mannelly Joins!
November 06, 2019 17:32 - 45 minutesBears Banter is back for another packed episode! Bill Zimmerman is at a boiling point with this offense and the struggles of Mitch Trubisky. Trubisky's slump is so bad he's missing high school reads now! Plus, Patrick Mannelly joins and discusses everything about the Bears' struggles from HashmarkGate, Nagy, Trubisky the offensive line and if the locker room can hold it together during this slump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME39: Bears fall to 3-5 after rough game in Philly (With Lester Wiltfong Jr!)
November 03, 2019 22:47 - 48 minutesAfter an abysmal offensive first half that saw the team rack up only 9 yards, the Bears came up short against the Philadelphia Eagles in a 22-14 game that didn't feel near as close as the score would imply. Robert brings on Lester Wiltfong Jr to help digest the loss in this episode of Bear With Me! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 27: Chargers Recap and Eagles Preview
October 31, 2019 05:12 - 56 minutesHost EJ Snyder and guest Bill Zimmerman recap the Bears loss to the Chargers, talk over Chicago's prospects moving forward with Mitch Trubisky this season, options for 2020, and then preview this week's tilt with the Eagles in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 54- Robert Schmitz joins!
October 30, 2019 21:35 - 1 hourBill Zimmerman is joined by Robert Schmitz. There's a lot to talk about as the season looks prematurely finished at 3-4. Is Matt Nagy's offense as bad as advertised? Bill and Robert don't think so. Is Mitch Trubisky as bad as advertised? Bill and Robert certainly think so. Plus, is Nagy's new commitment to the run game a change we will continue to see moving forward? So many layers to peel back in this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME38: Bears vs Chargers Postgame Reaction
October 28, 2019 08:26 - 36 minutesFollowing a truly brutal loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, Robert recaps the game by citing a few positives and negatives from the contest before speculating about what the Bears may do going forward. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 26: Chargers Preview and Real Trubisky Talk
October 24, 2019 04:40 - 50 minutesEJ and Lester mull through the wreckage of the Saints game, talk about Mitch Trubisky in plain language, and look forward to what the Bears have to do to deal with the incoming LA Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 53- Adam Jahns joins after the Saints debacle!
October 23, 2019 16:20 - 49 minutesBears Banter is back and the Chicago Bears are a mess. Bill Zimmerman breaks down the Saints mess and what's going wrong and he's ready to point the finger (mostly) at Mitch Trubisky. Adam Jahns joins and breaks down the struggles with Matt Nagy's offensive scheme, the Mitch Trubisky mess, the defensive issues, and players' only meeting and what's next for the Bears at the QB situation not just in 2019, but in 2020 and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME37: The Saints Came Marching In... (With ECD!)
October 21, 2019 04:28 - 1 hourAfter a crushing Chicago Bears' loss to the battered New Orleans Saints, Robert brings on WCG's own ECD to try and find answers to the many questions this game raised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 25: Hicks & Long to the IR, Saints Preview
October 17, 2019 08:00 - 1 hourThe Bears are back from their bye but they'll be without two of their leaders in Kyle Long and Akiem Hicks, both placed on IR. The guys talk about the impact of those losses and the players looking to replace them. The guys also talk about the state of officiating and EJ takes a swipe at the Chargers. After the break, a preview of the Saints including the three biggest keys to the game. All that over tasty beverages! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 52- Bears Banter Mailbag!
October 16, 2019 21:58 - 34 minutesBill Zimmerman's latest podcast breaks from format and skips the guest this week. Instead, it's the first ever Bears mailbag! After reflecting on Kyle Long's career and discussing the importance of the Saints game, we hit the mailbag and answer questions about Mitch Trubisky, Marcus Mariota, Josh Rosen, Danny Trevathan, Tanner Gentry (!?!?) and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 24: Bears Got Boiled in London
October 10, 2019 04:58 - 1 hourChicago took one of the top defenses in the NFL on the road to London. By the looks of their play during the first half versus Oakland, the Bears defensive skills must have gotten locked in the boot ("trunk" for us Yanks) of the black cab they took to the shiny new stadium; because they sure didn't show up ready to play. Jeff and EJ recap what went wrong and look forward to what the Bears can honestly expect over the rest of the season after the upcoming bye week. Learn more about your ad cho...
Bears Banter: Ep. 51- Is it time for Kyle Long to be shut down?
October 09, 2019 21:49 - 41 minutesBill Zimmerman is back with another Bears Banter and is joined by executive editor of Windy City Gridiron, Lester Wiltfong. They discuss the tough Raider loss, the dirty play of the Oakland offensive line, the struggles of the Bears offensive line and discuss if it's time to end Kyle Long's season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
T Formation Conversation: Bears vs Raiders post game show
October 06, 2019 22:58 - 19 minutesLester talks about the tough 24-21 Chicago Bears loss to the Oakland Raiders to try and figure out what went wrong and where the Bears can go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 50- Frank Caliendo, Jason Fitz join!
October 03, 2019 19:59 - 45 minutesIn a packed Bears Banter, Bill Zimmerman gives his thoughts on the stellar Chicago Bears' defense and the struggling offense, he's joined by ESPN's Jason Fitz who is a huge Raiders fan to break down Jon Gruden's performance running the Raiders, the Khalil Mack trade and the game coming up. Plus, a special guest, Frank Caliendo joins! What would Jon Gruden say about the Khalil Mack trade now? Plus, Charles Barkley, Adam Schefter, Jim Rome, John Madden, Morgan Freeman and so much more! Learn mo...
Bears Over Beers 23: Vanquished Vikings and Raiders Preview
October 03, 2019 00:30 - 1 hourJeff and EJ take a look back at the impressive Bears victories against the Minnesota Vikings, including some extensive praise for Bears backup contributors. Oh, and a lot of Khalil Mack love. The guys then turn their attention to the 2-2 Oakland Raiders and lay out their keys to success in getting to 4 wins before the bye week. All that and more over a couple of particularly special beverages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME36: Reacting to the Bears-Vikings win with EJ Snyder
September 30, 2019 06:05 - 1 hourAfter a big 6-16 Chicago Bears' win over the Minnesota Vikings, Robert grabs EJ Snyder to discuss anything and everything about this game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Over Beers 22: Vikings Preview with Ted Glover of Daily Norseman!
September 26, 2019 09:00 - 1 hourJeff and EJ are joined by Ted Glover of The Daily Norseman to talk about the upcoming Bears - Vikings clash. Ted is our first frenemy on the show and he brought a beer to share with the group along with great insight! Jeff and EJ wrap up the Washington game by reviewing the keys and highlighting some of the action they'd like to see continue in future weeks. Finally, the guys give their 3 keys for Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears Banter: Ep. 49- Olin Kreutz joins!
September 25, 2019 19:37 - 46 minutesIn the latest episode of Bears Banter, Bill Zimmerman breaks down ESPN's Ryan Clark's horrendous comparison for Mitch Trubisky, goes off on Bears fans that continue to trash Ryan Pace. More importantly, Olin Kreutz joins to talk Trubisky, the defense, and a deep dive on the offensive line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BWME35: Rapid Reactions from Bears @ Washington
September 24, 2019 07:56 - 29 minutesAfter a big 31-15 win under the Monday Night Football lights, Robert recaps the highs and lows of a game that involved defensive domination and offensive progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
T Formation Conversation: Talking Trubisky, preseason reps and the o-line
September 23, 2019 05:13 - 12 minutesLester talks about Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, or more specifically, who is the real Trubisky? The guy we saw last year get better each week or the guy struggling to do anything in 2019. He also talks offensive line cohesion and preseason reps, and he looks ahead to the Monday Night game in Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices