Synopsis
Exclusive news and analysis from Hub Arkush and our team professional football in Chicago. Professional football served Chicago style.
Episodes
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PFW Chicago Podcast 119: 2018 Training Camp Offense Preview
18/07/2018 Duration: 49minThis week on the PFW Chicago Podcast, Hub and Bob preview the Offense heading into Bears Training Camp. How prepared is this offense heading into training camp this season? Is Matt Nagy ready for his first training camp as a head coach? Plus, the guys take a look at the offensive depth chart. Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 118: 2018 Training Camp Defense Preview
13/07/2018 Duration: 39minThis week on the PFW Chicago Podcast, familiar voices going the cast as Pro Football Weekly Managing Editor Arthur Arkush and Pro Football Weekly NFL Writer Eric Edholm fill in for Hub and Bob to preview the Defense heading into Bears Training Camp. How prepared is this defense heading into training camp this season? Is this Vic's first great Bears 'D?'Plus, the guys take a look at the defensive depth chart. Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 117: 2018 Veteran Minicamp Review
14/06/2018 Duration: 22minThis week on the PFW Chicago Podcast, the guys recap last week's Veteran Minicamp and discuss the rehab progression of Kyle Long and Allen Robinson. The guys also discuss Tarik Cohen's versatility and the options the Bears and Mitch Trubisky have with new offensive weapons.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 116: 2018 OTA wrap-up and Veteran Minicamp preview
01/06/2018 Duration: 33minThis week on the PFW Chicago Podcast, the guys recap Week 3 of Bears OTAs and discuss the progress of the receivers, and the defense. In addition, the guys chat about the upcoming training camp schedule and the latest on the run game. Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 115: Trubisky leading the way in Week 2 of Bears OTAs
24/05/2018 Duration: 24minThis week on the PFW Chicago Podcast, the guys recap Week 2 of Bears OTAs and discuss the leadership role of Mitch Trubisky. In addition, the guys weigh in on Kevin White's progression, take a look at Tarik Cohen, talk a little defense and also discuss Sam Acho's response to the NFL National Anthem Policy. Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 114: Hub and Arthur talk rookie minicamp and OTAs
17/05/2018 Duration: 40minIt's an all new sound to the PFW-Chicago Podcast as we work to bring you the highest quality sound to your ears! This week Hub Arkush and Arthur Arkush recap Bears Rookie Minicamp and the speed of Roquan Smith. They guys also discuss this week's OTA practices and the feeling of change around Halas Hall. Plus we dive into Kyle Long and Allen Robinson's injury updates and what makes Vic Fangio so special to the defense.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 113: Hub and LeGere dish on the draft
07/05/2018 Duration: 50minWelcome back to the PFW Chicago podcast, where Bob LeGere and Hub Arkush take a post-draft look at the Bears roster. Leading off, LeGere explains what roles to expect for the top three picks and gauges Day 3 sleeper potential, which is Ryan Pace's speciality. Next up, Hub discusses the remaining holes on Bears roster after the draft and whether more moves could be in store. Hub also breaks down the Anthony Miller trade, the James Daniels OG experiment; plus, a little Cubs chatter.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 112: On Nagy's first Bears minicamp, new schedule
20/04/2018 Duration: 37minAfter spending the week at Halas Hall for the first vet minicamp of Matt Nagy's Bears tenure, Bob joins Arthur to talk Mitch Trubisky's positive first impression; the conclusion of the Jordan Howard saga; Akiem Hicks' predictions for Leonard Floyd and Jonathan Bullard and another Kevin White comeback attempt. The guys also share their way-too-early takeaways from the release of the schedule, which (appears to) present a decent opportunity to starter faster than in recent years.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 111: Bears' curious choice with Cam
11/04/2018 Duration: 32minCam Meredith is signing with the Saints, and we called an emergency Bears podcast to break it all down. Bob LeGere explains how the Bears erred in their initial RFA tender decision and how Meredith's departure increases the onus on Allen Robinson and Co. Hub Arkush says this decision was made by Ryan Pace, and their has to be more to the story than an unwillingness to spend $10 million over two years on a guy who's shown he can be a solid WR2.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 110: Jordan Howard Instagram drama
05/04/2018 Duration: 46minAlthough none of them are on Instagram, Arthur, Bob and Hub dive into the drama surrounding Jordan Howard's removal of all his Bears-related photos. Is it a sign!?!? Hub mentioned a few weeks ago on the pod that he's heard of a few folks inside Halas Hal who question whether Howard can be a premiere feature NFL runner. Still, Arkush and LeGere agree that Howard shouldn't be going anywhere. Plus, Bob shares with the listeners his takeaways from chatting with Kyle Long on Tuesday, and Hub explains why he's mocked Minkah Fitzpatrick and Tremaine Edmunds to Chicago at No. 8 and what other draft possibilities are out there for Ryan Pace.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 109: Bears talk from NFL meetings
29/03/2018 Duration: 51minBob LeGere leads off on the latest Bears podcast, explaining why fans might be missing the big picture with Tremaine Edmunds as the eighth overall pick; sharing his expectations for Trey Burton and the rest of Chicago's high-priced TE corps; and talking remaining DL need and what should be an urgency on the Bears behalf to get Eddie Goldman's extension done now. Next, just back from the league meetings in Orlando, Hub Arkush explains what he learned from Bears brass, including the plan for Tarik Cohen, the evolution of Ryan Pace's roster and why chairman George is the perfect blend of the McCaskey crew.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 108: On Cam, "the Kyles" & what's next for Bears & NFC North
22/03/2018 Duration: 43minThe guys are back with an updated look at the Bears' biggest to-dos after free agency's first wave. Plus, the Cam Meredith situation, Kyle Fuller's contract, Kyle Long's winding road, Aaron Lynch's motivation and our latest assessment of the changing NFC North landscape.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 107: Bears offense became dynamic overnight
14/03/2018 Duration: 40minDon't look now but the Bears' offense has a chance to be dynamic, not three yards and a dust cloud, in 2018. Arthur Arkush, Bob LeGere and Hub Arkush analyze the arrivals of Allen Robinson, Trey Burton and Taylor Gabriel, among others, and explains what Ryan Pace's strong start to free agency means for the outlook of Matt Nagy's offense this season.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 106: Chicago Bears free agency preview
08/03/2018 Duration: 35minA potential No. 1 wideout could finally be on the horizon for Mitch Trubisky and the Bears, and Arthur Arkush, Bob LeGere and Hub Arkush are weighing the options: Sammy Watkins vs. Allen Robinson vs. Jarvis Landry. Plus, do people really think Ryan Pace mishandled transition CB Kyle Fuller? And what about Muhammad Wilkerson?Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 105: Bears scouting talent at 2018 NFL scouting combine
02/03/2018 Duration: 29minThis week’s Pro Football Weekly - Chicago Podcast comes to you from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. PFW Editor Hub Arkush and Chicago Bears beat reporter Bob LeGere will fill you in on their visits with Bears General Manager, Ryan Pace and new Head Coach Matt Nagy. Hub and Bob will also talk about how the Bears might address free agency which starts in 10 days, the Bears greatest areas of need in both free agency and the Draft and who the Bears might be targeting in free agency and who the best players available in the Draft might be when the Bears No. 8 pick rolls around assuming they don’t trade it.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 104: Bears axe Freeman, Sitton; Fuller tag decision looms
21/02/2018 Duration: 31minNo NFL club was busier on Tuesday than the Bears, who released defensive captain Jerrell Freeman and declined the option on fellow captain and former Pro Bowler Josh Sitton. Bob LeGere and Arthur Arkush explain what the moves mean and preview the team's vital impending decision on Kyle Fuller as the franchise-tag window officially opens.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 103: Early offseason updates
09/02/2018 Duration: 26minLongtime Bears beat writer Bob LeGere returns to Pro Football Weekly officially and joins Hub Arkush to talk about the latest news with the Chicago Bears early offseason. Former NFL head coach Brad Childress, Matt Nagy's partner in Kansas City has been hired as an offensive consultant to the Bears. Plus the guys talk about the defensive coaching staff, and much more on this week's Pro Football Weekly Chicago Podcast. Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 102: Gabriel and LeGere
25/01/2018 Duration: 28minPro Football Weekly Personnel Expert Greg Gabriel and long time Chicago Bears Beat Writer Bob LeGere, join Hub Arkush to chat the latest in the Bears Coaching Staff build and the continued look ahead in the off-season. The guys also discuss Super Bowl 52, could the Bears be playoff contenders in 2018, plus, the news about the XFL! Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 101: New coordinator chatter and offseason to-do list
19/01/2018 Duration: 30minArthur and Hub react to the "love fest" at Halas Hall on Thursday, including the key role Mitch Trubisky's presence played in Matt Nagy luring in Mark Helfrich and luring back Vic Fangio. The guys then revisit the '17 Rams and '18 Bears comparisons with Nagy's staff coming together and share their takes on which players and positions Bears fans should begin to monitor with the Senior Bowl kicking off next week.Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.
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PFW Chicago Podcast 100: Bears, Nagy . . . and Messmer?
11/01/2018 Duration: 27minOn the 100th episode of our show, Arthur and Hub, of course, talk new coach Matt Nagy and the already impressive staff he's beginning to assemble. We explain why the Nagy-Pace and Nagy-Trubisky pairings are so exciting, and dive into the assistant hires already known and address the elephant in the room and whether it'll be the next home-run hire. Last but most certainly not least, the guys become starry-eyed when a special guest makes an unexpected appearance on episode No. 100 — legendary Chicago sports icon Wayne Messmer, who adds his take on the exciting new chapter in Bears history. Like what you hear? Subscribe to us here in iTunes. Leave a review, it helps others discover the show.Our podcast is sponsored by Lootcrate. Get great gamer/geek gear and more, and save $3 on your first box by using our promo code 'shaw' at www.lootcrate.com/shaw.