The Bears Are So Irrelevant Even Their Own City Doesn't Want Them

The Packers head into a pivotal Week 16 matchup against Chicago with an injury report that reads like a horror novel. Josh Jacobs, Evan Williams, and Zach Tom haven't practiced all week, while Jaden Reed missed Wednesday for a personal matter that has everyone holding their breath. The good news? Christian Watson and Devonte Wicks upgraded to limited participation, and Jordan Love is full go. On the Bears side, the situation is equally brutal. Rome Odunze and Luther Burden haven't practiced, DeAndre Swift was added with a groin injury, and Tremaine Edmunds is racing the clock to return from IR. This game may come down to whoever has more bodies standing Saturday. The episode dives deep into Alex Kemp's officiating crew, which ranks second in offensive holding calls and has favorites going an absurd 27-3 straight up since 2024. Special teams penalties are also a concern with this crew ranking fourth in that category. The highlight of the show is an extended breakdown of the Chicago Bears' stadium catastrophe. After years of failed negotiations, Governor Pritzker told the Bears their project won't be a priority in 2026. Chicago doesn't want them. Arlington Heights is bleeding them dry on taxes. Now they're eyeing Northwest Indiana, where a newly created sports commission is rolling out the red carpet. The contrast is staggering: Illinois demands $500 million in old debts while Indiana offers $500 million in building funds. Welcome to Gary, Caleb Williams. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected] Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app