Episodes
We may be saying goodbye to the WCG channel, but it’s a new beginning for our whole podcast team covering the Bears at 2nd City Gridiron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 04/10/24
This is an episode you don't want to miss! The legendary Peter King joins Bill Zimmerman on the podcast. Peter and Bill discuss his career, the new kickoff rule, Devin Hester in the Hall of Fame, the 1985 Chicago Bears and of course, Caleb Williams! Plus, Bill gives his analysis on Justin Fields' departure and Ryan Poles work this offseason, but most importantly, he is PUMPED that Caleb Williams will be a Bear this month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 04/03/24
Taylor Doll and PFF's Brad Speilberger chat about free agency, where the Bears' roster stands, and the draft. Brad breaks down current contracts, and they take a look at the next wave of money the Bears will spend between the draft and second contracts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/27/24
Taylor Doll kicks off her Free Agency series with a couple of the bigger signings, Keenan Allen and Gerald Everett, as she chats with Chargers reporter Fernando Ramirez (@RealFRamirez) of The Sporting Tribune (@SportingTrib) on their time with the Chargers. They also talk about LB and special Teamer Amen Ogbongbemiga and what impact he could make here in Chicago. Fernando was also in attendance for Caleb Williams' Pro Day, and they took a look at that and what he saw from Caleb and expects...
Published 03/22/24
Danny and Mason are joined by DaWindyCityProdz to discuss the fallout and postmortem of the Justin Fields Era and Caleb Williams' pro day. They then delve into the prospect breakdown of the respective mock drafts. Shenanigans ensue, as always! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/22/24
All signs are pointing toward Caleb Williams being a Chicago Bear! The Chicago Bears had a large contingent at USC's Pro Day this week and WCG's EJ Snyder was in attendance in Los Angeles! He joins Bill Zimmerman to discuss what he witnessed in LA and what makes Caleb Williams such a unique prospect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/21/24
Lester Wiltfong and Mason West jump on the mic to break down the Justin Fields trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/17/24
Breaking news! Keenan Allen is joining the Chicago Bears after Ryan Poles trades a 2024 4th round pick to the LA Chargers for the veteran wide receiver. Bill Zimmerman and Jeff Berkes sit down to discuss the Allen trade, how it will impact the offense this season and what the rest of this offseason could look like for the Chicago Bears! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/15/24
Dr. Mason West and Khari Thompson are joined this week by Da Bears Blog's Robert Schmitz for a triple threat of Chicago Bears mock drafts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/15/24
Taylor Doll and Thor Nystrom, Draft analyst for Fantasy Pros chat about what the Bears will do with picks 1 and 9 and how they address not having a pick in round 2. Plus, they dive into other options at wide receiver if the top 3 are gone by pick 9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/14/24
Bill Zimmerman gives a quick 60 second free agency recap and then dives into the Justin Fields trade market. Why Fields hasn't been dealt and when a trade could possibly happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/13/24
JB & Lester break down a quiet day one of free agency for the Chicago Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/12/24
Taylor Doll chats with Aaron Leming of 247 Sports and Windy City Gridiron on the off-season and a look ahead to free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/09/24
Lester Wiltfong interviews author and sports historian Jack M Silverstein about his fantastic new book, Why We Root (Vol. 1): Mad Obsessions of a Chicago Sports Fan, and his time as a diehard Chicago sports fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/09/24
Jaylon Johnson will not be playing on the franchise tag in 2024 as the Chicago Bears and the All-Pro Cornerback agree on a 4-year, $76 million extension keeping Jaylon in the navy and orange through at least 2027. Bill Zimmerman and Mason West jump on to talk about Johnson's extension and what it means for him and the team moving forward. They also spend some time previewing free agency which is just a few days away and what to look for the Chicago Bears to do. Learn more about your ad...
Published 03/08/24
How should the Chicago Bears approach this all-important offseason? Join Bill Zimmerman and his panel of Pro Football Focus' Brad Spielberger (free agency and salary cap), Bear Report and WCG's Aaron Leming (all-around knowledge) and Bootleg Football and WCG's EJ Snyder (NFL Draft) as they evaluate the Chicago Bears roster, work free agency and sign new players and navigate the NFL Draft! It's a long episode but worth it! Check out a great look at how the Bears' could approach this...
Published 03/05/24
Danny makes his return to Bears Bones! Joining Dr. Mason! As they run through even more draftable prospects for this coming April! They’re joined to form a tripod with Danny’s other podcast host, Jacob Infante, who happens to be WCGs lead draft analyst! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/23/24
Taylor Doll talks with former Bears QB Coach John DeFilippo about his time with Justin Fields during his rookie season. In addition, they get into the Bears' plan that offseason for the draft and QB competition, plus the quarterback room and the relationship between Fields, Dalton, and Foles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/20/24
Taylor Doll chats with Isaiah Hole of Wolverineswire for USA Today to get the scoop on JJ McCarthy, Roman Wilson, Zak Zinter and several other Wolverines. In addition to talking about the switch back to the NFL for Coach Harbaugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/17/24
Jacob Infante, Windy City Gridiron's Lead Draft Analyst, joins Lester Wiltfong's T Formation Conversation for some NFL Draft/Chicago Bears Q&A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/16/24
Super Bowl 58 is in the books which means the NFL fully pivots to the 2024 season and the Chicago Bears are on the clock! We preview a gigantic offseason with Former Chicago Bears Director of Player Personnel Josh Lucas. We discuss how teams prep for free agency and the draft, what went into some of the big decisions during Ryan Pace's tenure and of course, we discuss Justin Fields and Caleb Williams. It's a loaded episode so buckle up and take a listen! Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 02/15/24
Khari Thompson caught up with Chicago Bears wideout Tyler Scott to discuss his rookie year, Juston Fields, his offseason plan, his massive trading card collection, and so much more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/11/24
Dr. Mason West and Khari Thompson kick off their Chicago Bears mock draft series in spectacular fashion! They’ll follow a few rules to ensure it’s always fresh conversation and they can discuss as many prospects for the Bears as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/09/24
Taylor Doll continues her “What if the Bears go QB” series as she chats with Preston Guy, who covers LSU football and recruiting for Tigerbait.com. They chat about Jayden Daniels and his massive improvement from year one to two at LSU and his phenomenal Heisman trophy year. In addition, they talk wide receivers as both Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas JR. had massive seasons for the Tigers, leading LSU to hold the top offense in college football. Taylor also gets some information on LSU...
Published 02/08/24