Chicago Bears Sports Talk: What Shows Are Saying Today

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While some analysts view the season opener as a clear mismatch favoring Chicago's defense, others warn that Carolina’s size and run-heavy strategy could hand the Bears an early setback. This tension between a potential statement win and a defensive struggle defines the lead-up to the kickoff.

D'Andre Swift secures long-term future in Chicago
Opening matchup against Panthers splits analysts
Rome Odunze questionable with calf injury

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36:49BEARSCHGO SportsWatchEmergency pod: D’Andre Swift signs 3-year extension with Chicago Bears! | CHGO Bears5 segs · 6h ago

41:26BEARSThe Herd with Colin CowherdListenCaleb Williams needs time to developFrom the episode: The Herd – Hour 1 – 49ers SMASH Rams | Josh Allen vs Texans defense | Cowboys NOT contenders6 segs · 7h ago

34:06BEARSThe Herd with Colin CowherdListenThe Herd – Hour 2 – Blazing 5: Bills vs Texans, Bears vs Panthers | Texas vs Ohio State6 segs · 7h ago

39:36BEARSThe Herd with Colin CowherdListenBest of The Herd – 49ers SMASH Rams | Blazing 5: Bills vs Texans, Bears vs Panthers | Sean Payton on Bo Nix & Jaylen Waddle3 segs · 7h ago

9:56BEARSThe Pat McAfee ShowWatchPanthers home underdog status drives betting debateFrom the episode: The Pat McAfee Show makes its picks for NFL's Week 1 games4 segs · 8h ago

37:42BEARSUnSportsmanLike with Evan, Canty and MichelleListenBears favorites to repeat as division champsFrom the episode: Best of UnSportsmanLike 9/11/268 segs · 12h ago

31:16BEARSUnSportsmanLike with Evan, Canty and MichelleListenBears are favorites to win the divisionFrom the episode: Hour 2: Four downs5 segs · 14h ago

31:10BEARSThe Ben Maller ShowListenBears gain advantage due to Carolina injuriesFrom the episode: Hour 2 - Brock O'Clock5 segs · 17h ago

67:42BEARSHoge & JahnsWatchBears-Panthers PREVIEW: Caleb Williams vs. Bryce Young, game picks, bold predictions and more12 segs · 1d ago

32:18BEARSLocked On BearsWatchChicago Bears need to re-prove themselves with statement win over Carolina Panthers in week 13 segs · 1d ago

12:31BEARSThe Valenti Show with RicoWatchExperts debate final NFC postseason seedsFrom the episode: 2026 NFL playoff predictions | The Valenti Show with Rico3 segs · 1d ago

35:18BEARSThe Herd with Colin CowherdListenBears risk early season upset against CarolinaFrom the episode: The Herd – Hour 1 – Seahawks overwhelming talent | Defending Drake Maye | Sam Darnold injury6 segs · 1d ago

14:06BEARS99.9 The FanWatchAre the Chicago Bears bringing a strategy that the Carolina Panthers won’t respond well to?6 segs · 1d ago

57:26BEARSChicago BearsWatchJim Flanigan talks Bears past and present | Bears, etc. Podcast6 segs · 1d ago

51:13BEARSHoge & JahnsWatchBears kickoff special: Likes, dislikes, top storylines, bold predictions and more9 segs · 1d ago

26:16BEARS99.9 The FanWatchCarolina Panthers need Bryce Young to show up against the Chicago Bears4 segs · 1d ago

34:04BEARSThe Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin WashingtonListenRavens or Rams favored for Super BowlFrom the episode: Hour 2 - 2026 NFL Season-long and Super Bowl Predictions7 segs · 2d ago

30:53BEARSLocked On BearsWatchBears-Panthers preview: Chicago has to capitalize on Bryce Young mistakes and Carolina's slow starts6 segs · 2d ago

27:55BEARSLocked On PanthersWatchShowdown: Carolina Panthers vs Chicago Bears—Will Bryce Young or Caleb Williams DELIVER Game 1?5 segs · 2d ago

15:47BEARSThe Rich Eisen ShowWatchNFC North teams face high-stakes season questionsFrom the episode: Rich Eisen’s top storylines for each NFC team heading into the 2026 NFL season3 segs · 2d ago