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Rating
4.8from
This podcast has
38 episodes
Explicit
No
Date created
2026/04/21
Latest episode
2026/09/30
Average duration
21 min.
Release period
3 days
Description
After 20 years running DaBearsBlog.com, Jeff Hughes is finally changing formats. Starting with training camp 2026, Jeff will be talking Chicago Bears football every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (and when emergencies demand his attention).
Podcast episodes
Check latest episodes from Jeff Hughes is Talking Bears podcast
Week to Week Evaluation of Ben Johnson Should Stop
2026/09/30
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff discusses the brilliance of Ben Johnson and argues that evaluating him week-to-week is no longer useful. He also answers your emails on Dillon Thieneman, Rome Odunze, and the beauty of Soldier Field on Monday night. Also...around the league thoughts!
"The Case Keenum Game"
2026/09/29
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff reflects on the Bears dominating the Eagles and moving to 2-1 on the season.
Eagles at Bears Game Preview!
2026/09/24
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff previews Eagles at Bears, with Case Keenum expected to start at quarterback. He also makes his picks for Week 3, and tacks on a "special comment" about decorum in the social media space.
Cold Case (Keenum) Files
2026/09/23
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff discusses the likelihood, and unpredictability, of Case Keenum starting against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night at Soldier Field. He also answers a slew of emails and provides a "movie of the week" segment. (Spoiler alert: There are THREE movies of the week.)
Emergency Pod: Caleb Lives!!
2026/09/21
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff relishes the news that Caleb Williams is only week-to-week with his hamstring injury. And, with a day behind us, talks a little Bears/Vikings.
Bears Lose Their Quarterback
2026/09/20
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff tries to keep it together in the wake of the now 1-1 Chicago Bears losing their star quarterback, Caleb Williams.
Week 2: Bears v. Vikings Preview
2026/09/17
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff previews Chicago's Week 2 encounter with the Minnesota Vikings. He also tries to follow up his 3-0 performance last weekend with three more NFL picks. Also, waxing poetic about the cinema of the 1990s!
Still Thinking About the Game in Carolina
2026/09/15
On this midweek episode of JHiTB, Jeff talks about a few themes that quietly emerged from the Bears's eye opening performance in Carolina. He then goes around the league, discussing the Bills, Bucs, Packers, Jets, Davis Webb, and our preconceived notions of the 2026 season. Then...emails!
Bears Put 59 on Carolina
2026/09/13
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff is loud and proud about the star quarterback and the most electric Bears team of his lifetime after a 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers.
Bears at Panthers Preview
2026/09/11
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff discusses the first two games of the NFL season and admires how our preseason storylines are all falling apart. He then previews Bears at Panthers, a game everyone is sure to overreact to, with a prediction. Finally, a few thoughts on the 25th anniversary of the events if September 11th.
Season Opener Episode!
2026/09/09
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff gives you three team win overs and three unders for the 2026 season. He also gives three picks for Week One! And to top it off he weighs in on some disturbing trends he's been noticing in the world of Film Twitter.
Chicago Bears (Specific) Season Preview
2026/09/04
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff breaks down the coming season for the Chicago Bears. Stop moaning about the arbitrary 4,000 passing yards number! Watch out for Zavion Thomas! Playoffs?!?! Again!?!?
2026 NFL Season Preview
2026/09/02
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff asks the five big questions that hover over the 2026 NFL season. He also predicts the seven playoff teams from each conference and calls his shot on the Super Bowl.
Bagent an Elite Backup
2026/08/31
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff places Tyson Bagent in proper context when it comes to backup QBs in the NFL. He also answers your emails on Malik Muhammad, Kyler Gordon, the Gervon Dexter trade, defensive expectations, and who the "good guys" are in Chicago media.
Sunday Ticket, Gervon Dexter, and Dolly
2026/08/26
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff answers a slew of emails on all things Chicago Bears (Dexter, Flus, Sunday Ticket, etc.) and remembers Dolly Parton in his own way.
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Johnp22386 2026/09/11
Good job Jeff
been wanting to hear more of your thoughts and opinions
will be a must listen for me this season
Timmytwos22 2026/07/29
So I’m at a bar…..
Great job Jeff! If you were sitting at the bar and the guy next to you started recording a podcast….this would be it! The DBB founder nails it! If you...
rbbeudkssks 2026/06/15
Great show!
Glad you’re finally in the pod mix. Thank you!
Perno13 2026/04/28
Long time coming
Welcome Jeff, it's about time.
Mouth_77 2026/04/27
Great Perspective
Jeff always has a level headed perspective on the Bears. Great compliment to the Hoge and Jahns podcast.
Sawsheezle 2026/04/26
What I wanted for a long time
Been a fan of Jeff’s for many years. This is the content I was missing and I believe fills a gap out there. Can’t wait for the season to start.
FromMontgomery 2026/04/21
I’m in!
There is a need for unbridled and well-informed takes on the Chicago Bears. Glad Jeff is filling it! Also, love the Man in Black inspired music. Very...