Chicago natives A-Dub and Prez give you our unapologetic perspectives on the Chicago Bears. As lifelong fans who are now credentialed media, we bring you the perfect mix of die-hard passion and inside access every week.Bears Nation, come BEAR DOWN with us!Subscribe to our Substack: https://csomsports.substack.com/

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Bears 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings and more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode 254: Holding Our Breath..

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Bears 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers and more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode 253: Ben Johnson Puts the League on Notice..

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we discuss what the Bears may do with the 10th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #252: Back to the Basics...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we are joined by Tycen Anderson (S) from the Cincinnati Bengals as we discuss his 3rd season in the NFL and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #251: The Trilogy...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we are joined by Cody Stoots from Houston Football to recap the 2025 Reese&#39;s Senior Bowl and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #250: Senior Bowl Week Recap...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we discuss the Week 17 loss against the Seahawks and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #249: The Chicago Way...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we discuss the Matt Eberflus firing and much more Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #248: Clock Runs Out on Flus...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Week 4 win over the Rams and much more Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #247: MVP! MVP! MVP...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Week 3 loss to the Colts and much more Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #246: Swift Kick In The A**...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Week 2 loss to the Texans and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #245: Orange Curse...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we preview the Week 2 Matchup against the Texans and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #244: Ready for Primetime...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Bears 24-17 victory over the Titans and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #243: Remember the Titans...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Bears 34-21 victory over the Chiefs and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #242: Stay Reddy...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Chicago Bears 27-3 victory over the Bengals and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #241: His Name is Caleb Williams..

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap the Chicago Bears 33-6 victory over the Buffalo Bills and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #240: Let's Make A Deal..

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we recap Episode #1 of the Chicago Bears on Hard Knocks and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #239: Canadian Eagle..

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we preview the 2024 Hall of Fame Game and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #238: It's A Hard Knocks Life...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we were broadcasting live from the 2024 NFL Draft and much more.Note: We were recording in the Draft Media room so you may have to adjust your audio level. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #237: Live from Detroit...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we are count down to the 2024 NFL Draft and much more! Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #236: GOAT Talk...

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On this Episode of Da Bear Essentials, we are joined by Tycen Anderson from the Cincinnati Bengals as he discusses his recovery from ACL surgery and much more. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode #235: Be Who, I Say I Am...

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