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Episode #244 | Bears vs. Patriots Postgame Reaction: Instant Analysis In Episode #244 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff react to a playoff-type thriller at Soldier Field that lifted the Bears to 5-2 heading into the mini bye. Cairo Santos missed a 53-yarder, then drilled a 58-yarder to seal it, so is he finally earning that lifetime contract? The guys also cover the redemption arcs for Colston Loveland and Rome Odunze, Luther Burden’s breakout game, Ben Johnson trusting Caleb Williams on third and two, and whether Caleb’s mobility is still a concern. Get the instant reactions, honest takes, and the real fan perspective on the Bears’ biggest statement win yet. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #243 | Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye Is About to Be Cinema In Episode #243 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff preview a massive Thursday Night Football showdown: Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye, Ben Johnson vs. Mike Vrabel. Can the 4-2 Bears pick up a statement win before the mini bye and prove they’re the real deal? The guys also cover Kevin Byard’s warning that Ben Johnson has tricks up his sleeve, the Jonah Jackson hip injury and a surprising injury report, and why the Bears’ possession-heavy offense is such a weapon. Get the injury intel, the matchup breakdowns, and the real fan perspective before kickoff. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #242 | Bears vs. Falcons Postgame Reaction: Instant Analysis In Episode #242 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff break down a 31-23 win that moved the Bears to 4-2, but it got way too scary after leading 31-7. Was this a wake-up call, or did Ben Johnson’s crew just dodge a Matt Eberflus-style collapse? The guys also cover Caleb Williams’ 300-yard return with a slower hamstring, Roschon Johnson’s costly fumble, Kyler Gordon wrecking the game, and Ficky’s firsthand report on Bears fans silencing Atlanta’s home crowd. Get the instant reactions, the honest takes, and the real fan perspective on a pivotal win. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #241 | Caleb Williams Is Back for Bears vs. Falcons In Episode #241 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff preview Bears-Falcons before their Thursday Night Football with Caleb Williams practicing in full and expected to return. Does he pass the hamstring “pressure test,” and can the Bears get back on track against Michael Penix Jr.? The guys also cover Caleb’s heated press conference and that awkward exchange with the media, Montez Sweat’s two-game suspension, and a banged-up Bears injury report with TJ Edwards and Dio out. Get the injury intel, the bold predictions, and the real fan reaction before kickoff. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #240 | Bears vs. Packers Postgame Reaction: Instant Analysis In Episode #240 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff hold a full-on therapy session after a brutal blowout loss at Lambeau. Was this Tyson Bagent’s last stand, or Ben Johnson’s worst coaching game yet for waiting until the fourth quarter to turn to Case Keenum? The guys also cover the Packers’ passing attack shredding the secondary, whether the Bears should cut Tyson, and what an 0-2 division start means for the NFC North race with Vikings at 5-0. Get the unfiltered reaction, the tough conversations, and the real fan perspective on how the Bears bounce back.  BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #239 | Bears vs. Packers Is About to Get Ugly In Episode #239 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff preview Bears-Packers at Lambeau with Tyson Bagent under center and Caleb Williams still out. Ben Johnson wants to rip the soul out of Green Bay, so is this finally the year the Bears walk in as the confident team, even with a backup QB? The guys also cover Ben Johnson’s rivalry week quote, D'Andre Swift’s benching after that fumble, Caleb’s “spry” recovery timeline, and both injury reports, including Packers running back turf toe and Green Bay’s banged-up offensive line. Get the keys to the game, bold predictions, and the real fan perspective before kickoff. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #238 | Bears vs. Jets Postgame Reaction: Instant Analysis In Episode #238 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff react to a weird, wild 23-12 win that saw four interceptions get wiped off the board before the Bears walked away 3-1. Tyson Bagent got the job done, but is Case Keenum the better bet to start once Caleb Williams is healthy, and did Tyson's performance actually settle that debate? The guys also cover another dominant day from the run game and offensive line, a top-ten defense surrendering just 28 points in three weeks, and the latest on Kyler Gordon and Ozzie Trapilo's return timelines. Get the real breakdown of a messy win, the honest QB debate, and the fan perspective no highlight reel gives you. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #237 | Bears vs. Jets Preview: Kyler Gordon Returns & Caleb Williams Update In Episode #237 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff preview a 2-1 Bears team riding high off that Eagles win, but who's actually starting at QB this week, Case Keenum or Tyson Bagent? They also dig into the news everyone's buzzing about: Kyler Gordon is back at practice, so does that mean he's ready to step on the field next Sunday? The guys also cover the full Bears-Jets injury report, Ben Johnson's coaching reaching Shanahan/McVay-level status, and why this "trap game" against an improved Jets team under Aaron Glenn has them a little nervous. Get the injury intel, the QB breakdown, and the honest fan perspective before kickoff. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #236 | Bears vs. Eagles Postgame Reaction: Instant Analysis In Episode #236 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff react to an absolute statement win, Bears 27, Eagles 7. With Case Keenum, of all people, looking like prime Peyton Manning. Is this really a coaching masterclass from Ben Johnson and Dennis Allen, or did the Bears just get lucky against a banged-up Philly team? The guys also cover Case Keenum vs. Tyson Bagent for the starting job while Caleb Williams is out, a dominant defensive performance with four Eagles turnovers, and Cairo Santos' up-and-down night on kicks. Get the instant reactions, the QB debate, and the real fan hype after one of the wildest wins of the season. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #235 | Will Caleb Williams Play? Bears vs. Eagles Just Got Interesting In Episode #235 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff dig into the biggest question in Chicago: will Caleb Williams suit up against the Eagles, or is Case Keenum about to get the start on Monday Night Football? They break down Ben Johnson's cryptic recovery timeline, the hamstring grade rumors, and whether it's even worth risking Caleb this early. The guys also cover the growing list of Bears injuries (Kyler Gordon, Tyson Bagent, Tyrique Stevenson), Philly's own banged-up backfield, and a full team overview breaking down both squads through two weeks. Get the real injury intel, the odds, and the honest fan take before Bears-Eagles kicks off Monday night. — BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #234 | Bears vs. Vikings Postgame Reaction: Instant Analysis In Episode #234 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griff break down an ugly 9-3 loss to the Vikings in the pouring rain, but the real story is Caleb Williams going down with a hamstring injury. How long is the Bears' franchise QB actually out, and can this offense survive with Tyson Bagent at the helm? The guys also cover Soldier Field's turf and weather issues, Tyson Bagent's rough performance under center, Brian Flores' relentless blitz packages, and whether the Bears should even be chasing wins right now if Caleb's out for weeks. Get the real fan reaction, the injury updates, and the tough conversations no one else wants to have after a gut-punch loss like this. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #233 | Bears vs. Vikings: Who Wins the Chess Match? In Episode #233 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griffin preview a massive Week 2 clash: Ben Johnson vs. Brian Flores. Can Caleb Williams handle a Vikings defense that blitzed 78% of the time last week, and does Minnesota's banged-up backfield (no Kyler Murray, no Jordan Mason) tip this one in the Bears' favor? The guys also cover the injury reports on both sides, react to Brian Flores calling Caleb a "superstar," break down the Vegas odds and their own bold predictions, and lay out their three keys to the game heading into Sunday's noon kickoff. Get the full scouting report, the trash talk, and the real fan breakdown before the Bears try to go 2-0. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #232 | Bears vs. Panthers Postgame Reaction: Instant Analysis In Episode #232 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky and Griffin break down a stunning 59-point explosion to open the season on the road against a playoff team. Caleb Williams looked like an MVP candidate, DeAndre Swift ran wild, and Ben Johnson's offense put on a clinic — but is the defense a real concern heading into Week 2? The guys also cover their new "Good, Better, Best" segment, hand out game balls to Swift and the offensive line, and dig into the rookie debuts from Dylan Thieneman and Malik Muhammad. Plus, they react to D'Andre Swift's postgame quote about the Bears "letting Carolina off the hook." If you want the realest reactions, the boldest takes, and the fan perspective no one else brings, this is the pod for you. Tune in for the full breakdown of the Bears' biggest week one statement in years. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #231 | The Bears Are Gonna DESTROY the Panthers In Episode #231 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky, and Griffin drop the first pregame pod of the season under the new BFTV banner — and the energy is electric. Every ESPN analyst picked the Bears to win, but does unanimous love from the media make Bears fans more nervous than confident? The guys also cover the injury report for both teams, break down the team overview stats, go through their keys to the game, and welcome special guests from Next Fan Up to share their bold Week 1 predictions. Plus, fantasy talk, money lines, and final score predictions round out the show. Get the full Week 1 pregame breakdown, bold predictions, and die-hard fan perspective before the Bears head to Carolina. BEAR DOWN! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode #230 | What's Going On With Kyler Gordon? In Episode #230 of The BFTV Podcast, Dave, Ficky, and Griffin dive deep into the Kyler Gordon situation — and it's more alarming than Bears fans want to admit. With Gordon officially on the PUP list heading into Week 1, Ryan Poles dropping an "I don't know" at the podium, and Ben Johnson's cryptic trust comments, is this starting to feel like the Nate Davis situation all over again? The guys also cover Gervon Dexter getting traded, breaking down what it means for the secondary's depth, the final preseason game recap, and some NBA Clippers talk to start the show. Plus, a deep dive into Gordon's full injury history since signing his extension. If you want the most thorough, honest Bears fan breakdown of the Kyler Gordon saga before Week 1, this is it. BEAR DOWN ! ️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.