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BEARS POSTGAME: Cairo Santos, Defense Save Offense In Win Over Bucs

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 06:21:58 +0000

The Chicago Bears defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-24 on a last second field goal from Cairo Santos on Sunday Night Football. Caleb Williams started the game hot but fell apart down the stretch, throwing four interceptions. Luther Burden had a costly fumble. A ton of penalties were committed.

But the Bears defense, led by Devin Bush, Jaylon Johnson, Jeffery Simmons, Austin Booker, and more were able to help save the day and limit what Bucky Irving and Baker Mayfield could do.

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Bears vs. Bucs Preview, Michael Jordan vs. Bears Debate

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 03:29:59 +0000

Jeffery Simmons will make his Chicago Bears Soldier Field debut this Sunday night against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Kevin and Ryan are back with a new edition of Bears By 7 to preview Bears vs. Bucs, debate the narrative surrounding Michael Jordan or the Bears being bigger in Chicago, Malik Muhammad's comments on Jaylon Johnson, and much more.

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BEARS POSTGAME: Chicago DOMINATES Seahawks In Statement Win

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:31:02 +0000

The Chicago Bears walked out of Lumen Field with a huge 34-17 victory on Monday Night Football over the Seattle Seahawks. Going into the house of the Super Bowl Champions and dominating the game thoroughly, from start to finish.

Kevin and Ryan break down the game with the Bears By 7 signature 7 minute postgame show. Jeffery Simmons huge Bears debut, Caleb Williams having the best game a QB has had all year against the Seattle defense, and much more.

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Chicago Bears Go ALL IN With Jeffery Simmons Trade, Super Bowl Bound?

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:17:37 +0000

The Chicago Bears traded for Tennessee Titans star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons on Thursday. The all-pro defensive lineman gives the Bears defense a new look and solidifies the team as one of the top contenders in the NFC. Can the Chicago Bears win the Super Bowl this year?

Plus, we discuss the trade compensation for the Jeffery Simmons trade. Did the Bears overpay? Was this the right price given the level of production that Simmons has had in recent years? We also discuss Simmons contract and how the Bears caught a deal there.

All of this, plus we get you ready for Monday Night Football with our Bears vs. Seahawks game preview.

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BEARS POSTGAME: Chicago Tops New England In Thursday Night Thriller!

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:36:24 +0000

The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots 30-24 on Thursday night at Soldier Field. The Thursday Night Football game lived up to our expectations (and then some) as Caleb Williams and Drake Maye had a duel right to the very end. Luther Burden had a massive game, and Colston Loveland and Rome Odunze overcame some errors to make some big catches down the stretch. Plus, Cairo Santos came through in the clutch by hitting his career long field goal (58 yards) to ice the game late.

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Bears Preview: Chicago Preps For Drake Maye, New England Patriots

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 01:32:05 +0000

The Chicago Bears are on a short week as they prepare to take on Drake Maye and the New England Patriots this Thursday night at Soldier Field in Chicago. The Thursday Night Football game features two of the top quarterbacks of the 2024 NFL Draft class. Can Caleb Williams prove he was the proper number one pick in that draft?

Plus, what will the Bears running back room look like this week? The Patriots have a lot of injuries to deal with, how will that impact the matchups in this game? We talk about it with our Bears vs. Patriots preview.

Plus, thoughts on the Bears victory over the Atlanta Falcons, as well as where Caleb Williams ranks among the top stars in the NFL.

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BEARS POSTGAME: Caleb Williams, Kyler Gordon Shine In Win vs. Falcons

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 21:28:43 +0000

The Chicago Bears defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 31-23, in a game that got too close for comfort down the stretch in Atlanta on Sunday. Caleb Williams returned and looked terrific, throwing for over 300 yards in the win. Kyler Gordon also made his return to the lineup and recorded three sacks in a huge outing for the often injured veteran.

Kevin and Ryan talk about it all on our Bears postgame show.

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Caleb Williams Return Nears, Montez Sweat Suspended

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:56:46 +0000

The Chicago Bears look ahead this week to the Atlanta Falcons and a game that could see a drastically different roster than the team fielded against the Packers. The Bears are decimated by injuries, Montez Sweat faces suspension, and Caleb Williams could be ready to return this weekend.

Plus, the guys share some memories of Mike Ditka.

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BEARS POSTGAME: Tyson Bagent, Bears Defense Embarrassed By Packers

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:13:18 +0000

The Chicago Bears lost a blowout to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field, 31-7. QB Tyson Bagent looked completely outmatched before being replaced by Case Keenum (too) late. The Bears defense made Jordan Love look like one of the best quarterbacks in the league.

Kevin and Ryan are here to talk about it with our 7 minute Bears postgame show!

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Bears Preview: Tyson Bagent Expected To Start Against Packers At Lambeau

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 01:22:21 +0000

The Chicago Bears will take on the Green Bay Packers for the first time of the 2026 season this Sunday at Lambeau Field. The Tyson Bagent led Bears are favored to defeat the Packers on the road for the first time in many years.

Kevin and Ryan preview the Bears game against the Packers. Plus, some closing thoughts on the victory over the New York Jets, Khalil Mack, Jeffrey Simmons, Bears jerseys, and much more!

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BEARS POSTGAME: Kyle Monangai, Defense Dominate Jets

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:25:48 +0000

The Chicago Bears pulled out a dominating victory over the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field (23-12). Kyle Monangai was able to pound the rock, Tyson Bagent played well enough to win, and the Bears defense had another huge performance.

Kevin and Ryan are here to talk about it with our 7 minute Bears postgame show!

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Bears Preview: Ben Johnson Silent On Starting QB As Jets Come To Town

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:21:26 +0000

The Chicago Bears have stayed silent on their starting quarterback as the team prepares for the New York Jets. Will Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum get the starting nod this weekend? Ryan and Kevin break it all down.

Plus, we preview game with the Jets and the Bears' chances of walking out with a victory. Will the revitalized Bears defense be able to contain Geno Smith and Garrett Wilson? Plus, the Jets defense looks formidable early in the season.

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BEARS POSTGAME: Case Keenum, Defense Star In Eagles Blowout

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:23:04 +0000

QB Case Keenum made his first NFL start in nearly three years as the Chicago Bears took on Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. Keenum performed beyond anyone's expectations, lighting up the Eagles and handing them their worst loss since the 2023 Playoffs. The Bears get the victory, 27-7.

Plus, Ben Johnson out duels Vic Fangio, Dennis Allen's defense keeps rolling, and more.

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Caleb Williams Injury Update, Possible Return, Eagles Preview

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:28:50 +0000

Following the Chicago Bears loss to the Minnesota Vikings, Kevin and Ryan get together to talk about the latest update on Caleb Williams' injury after Monday's update on his status. How long will the Bears be without their starting quarterback?

Plus, an early preview for next week's Monday Night Football game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Can Tyson Bagent get it done?

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Bears Post Game: Caleb Williams Injury, Chicago Falls To Vikings

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:44:53 +0000

Caleb Williams suffered a serious injury toward the end of the Chicago Bears loss to the Minnesota Vikings 9-3 at Soldier Field. Kevin and Ryan break it all down with our Chicago Bears postgame show and reaction.

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Chicago Bears Look Ahead To Minnesota Vikings, Caleb Williams MVP Talk

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:00:12 +0000

Join Kevin and Ryan for our weekly Monday night show as we finish up our discussion on the Bears big victory over the Carolina Panthers and look ahead to next week's game against the Minnesota Vikings. Will the Bears defense be able to handle Justin Jefferson, T.J. Hockenson, and Jordan Addison? Or better yet, will the Vikings defense and Brian Flores be able to contain Caleb Williams and the explosive Bears offense?

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7 Minute Postgame! Caleb Williams and Bears STEAMROLL Panthers in Season Opener

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:10:06 +0000

The Chicago Bears defeated the Carolina Panthers 59-37 in the first game of the 2026 campaign. Kevin and Ryan check-in to talk about it and debut their "7 minute post show" concept. We're talking about Caleb Williams having a day, Kyle Monangai and D'Andre Swift having one for the record books, the lack of Colston Loveland, and a defense that still gives us some concerns.

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Chicago Bears vs. Carolina Panthers Game Preview, Remembering Matt Suhey

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:00:41 +0000

Join the guys for our Chicago Bears vs. Carolina Panthers preview and predictions show. Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season gets underway for the Bears this Sunday in Charlotte, NC. There are all kinds of storylines heading into this one, including the inevitable Caleb Williams vs. Bryce Young discourse.

Do we see Luther Burden begin a breakout season? Will Rome Odunze snap back to his pre-injury form? And does Colston Loveland resume where he left off in January?

Plus, the guys remember the late, great Matt Suhey.

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Chicago Bears Season Preview: Can They Win 11 Games or More?

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:00:38 +0000

Kevin Kaduk and Ryan Droste preview the 2026 Chicago Bears season. But this preview isn't like the other long, drawn-out previews that you've heard. We tell you what you need to know: the most likely wins, losses, possible pitfalls, keys to success, and ultimately what a successful season will look like.

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Chicago Bears Final 53-Man Roster Surprises and Training Camp Takeaways

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:37:04 +0000

Kevin Kaduk and Ryan Droste break down the 53-man roster happenings, the Gervon Dexter trade, the Ryan Poles Twitter fallout and whether they'd trade Tyson Bagent. Plus a live Q&A and a first look at the Bears By 7 confidence pool, coming later this week.

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Bears By 7: The New Chicago Bears Podcast You Need

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:25:44 +0000

Bears By 7 is a new Chicago Bears podcast brought to you by Kevin Kaduk (longtime Chicago sports media guy, founder of the Bears By 7 newsletter) and Ryan Droste (Windy City Gridiron, Bears Over Beers).

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