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The Bears haven't picked in the 20s since they selected Kyle Long back in 2013. That's a good thing. But the team still has plenty of work to do before they're ready to compete for a Super Bowl, so Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro brought in their draft guy, Glynn Morgan, to set the stage for where the Bears stand now and how it may affect their decisions when players start coming off the board.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and mock drafts are booming! Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro go over some trendy picks from the most-respected draft prognosticators in the biz and discuss how those players could fit on the Bears in 2026 and beyond.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

All of the NFL got together in Arizona, and with it came news across the league. In Chicago, we got an update on a new stadium, more info on the team's plan on the offensive line, and points of emphasis this offseason. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break it all down.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kalif Raymond followed Ben Johnson from Detroit to Chicago this offseason, and it sounds like he could be a new tone setter for the team. Longtime Bears report Dan Pompei dug into Raymond as a player and a person, and Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro share their thoughts on Pompei's story, plus Raymond's fit with the team.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Bears are in the latter stages of their draft preparation and taking a closer look at some young prospects. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro go through the list of players who have reportedly paid a visit to Halas Hall and share their thoughts on what those players could bring to the team.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The NFL draft is one month away, so Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro put together their second mock draft of the year. The guys rebuild the defense, from front to back, inside and out... and they can't help but add another offensive weapon, too. Learn about the new crop of prospects!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's Bears Bracketology on Da Windy City podcast! The crew created a bracket of 16 players whom the Bears may select with the No. 25 pick. Alex Shapiro acts as Director of College Scouting. Kenneth Davis acts as GM. The pair go through the bracket until only one player remains as THE pick for the Bears this year.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The biggest names in free agency have mostly found their new homes, but there are still players on the market who can help the Bears win football games this season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Bears have begun reshaping their roster in earnest with the opening of free agency legal tampering. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the new names, both big and small, and share their thoughts on how they'll fit into the team this season. Plus, should the Bears make a move for Maxx Crosby after the Ravens backed away from their blockbuster deal?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Next man up. The Bears have big holes to fill with the departure of three key players. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro share their thoughts on how Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson can use their assets most effectively through the draft and free agency.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Free agency hasn't even opened, and the Bears will already look much different in 2026. Some moves were expected. Others were massive surprises. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down all the news and share how it will affect the team moving forward.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The yearly NFLPA report cards have been released. The Bears improved in some areas, but saw their grades drop in others. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro comb over all the details like concerned parents at teacher conferences.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles met with the media at the NFL Combine earlier this week and shared some interesting info on how the team will attack the offseason. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro go over some of the more interesting talking points and share their biggest takeaways.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Maxx Crosby trade rumors are picking up pace again, and once again the Bears have been linked to the superstar pass rusher. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down a prominent deal that's been floated online and discuss whether or not the hypothetical move would benefit the team.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There's a lot of buzz about the Bears taking a step towards Northwest Indiana. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the latest news updates, explain what it really means and how it affects the team's stadium search.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Iowa has entered itself into the race to pry the Bears away from Chicago. The team's stadium saga gets wilder by the day, and Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break it all down.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Seahawks dismantled the Patriots in Super Bowl LX, and the way in which they won should be encouraging for Bears fans. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the big game and share lessons the Bears may have learned from the Seahawks championship run.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Senior Bowl is one of the biggest scouting events of the offseason, and many Bears draft picks have put on impressive performances at the college All-Star showcase. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro put together their first mock draft of the year, but only pick players who were in Mobile for the event.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There are no guarantees in the NFL, but Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro share their biggest reasons why fans can be optimistic about the Bears next season. This season wasn't a fluke!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A lot went right for the Bears this season, and there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic for the future. But there are things that can hold the Bears back next year, too. Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the biggest areas of concern for the team heading into the offseason.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy