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Jeff Hughes is Talking Bears
by Jeff Hughes
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).
Episodes
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Bears Hold on to Beat Falcons, Move to 4-2
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff reflect on a nervy Week 6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, in what might be remembered as "The Kyle Gordon Game." The quarterback is great. The inability to stop committing penalties or defend moon balls is not.
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Bears at Falcons Game Preview
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff previews Caleb Williams's likely return to the field in Atlanta (and predicts the game). He also tries to improve on his 10-5 record with three more picks for Week 6. Also, your emails, which include a wee bit of talk about Kim Novak and a Ditka tribute email in its...
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Bagent: A Few Days Later
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff discusses the past, present, and future of Tyson Bagent.
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A Bagent Nightmare at Lambeau
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff reflects on the Bears laying an egg at Lambeau Field, with their backup quarterback delivering an all-time terrible performance.
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My Ditka Story
On this special episode of JHiTB, I reflect on my one encounter with Mike Ditka. At a Hilton. In the swamps of New Jersey.
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Bears at Packers Game Preview
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff previews what he expects to be a very close game at Lambeau Field between the Bears and the Packers. And having started 8-4, he makes his picks for Week 5.
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Ben Shakespeare
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff equates Ben Johnson to William Shakespeare and Caleb Williams to Peter O'Toole. He also answers a slew of your emails, including a few rants on the new kickoff rules and the lack of digital technology when it comes to identifying where the football should be placed.
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Bears Beat Jets, Move to 3-1
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff dissects the Bears's convincing win over the Jets and starts to think bigger about the 2026 season,
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Jets at Bears Game Preview
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff previews the fun-to-watch Jets at the Bears, makes his picks for Week 4, and identifies the best movie year of the 2000s.
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Week to Week Evaluation of Ben Johnson Should Stop
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!
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"The Case Keenum Game"
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff reflects on the Bears dominating the Eagles and moving to 2-1 on the season.
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Eagles at Bears Game Preview!
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.
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Cold Case (Keenum) Files
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.)
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Emergency Pod: Caleb Lives!!
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.
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Bears Lose Their Quarterback
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.
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Week 2: Bears v. Vikings Preview
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!
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Still Thinking About the Game in Carolina
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!
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Bears Put 59 on Carolina
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.
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Bears at Panthers Preview
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...
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Season Opener Episode!
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.
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Chicago Bears (Specific) Season Preview
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!?!?
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2026 NFL Season Preview
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.
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Bagent an Elite Backup
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.
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Sunday Ticket, Gervon Dexter, and Dolly
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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Is the Preseason Over Yet?
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff reminds you - for the 21st consecutive year - that preseason games are utterly useless, and deriving meaning from them is a waste of time. He also makes the case for Colston Loveland being fantasy football's top tight end in 2026 and answers some of your emails. At...
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Mood Shift, and Emails
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff returns from vacation and discusses a mood shift surrounding the Chicago Bears. He also answers a slew of your emails on everything from the McCaskeys potentially selling the team to Ozzy's injury to Hitchcock character comparisons for Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams.
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Fantasy Focus: 2026 Bears
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff focuses his attention on the fantasy implications of this new, offensively-driven Chicago Bears. One steady option, one budding superstar, and one veteran that feels undervalued in current ADP.
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Five Weeks 'Til it Matters
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff encourages fans not to fixate on every single snap of training camp, wonders how the inane Dillon Thieneman discourse started, and marvels at how boring all these new NFL stadiums are. Also emails on a new organizational philosophy, Colston Loveland's fantasy value,...
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2026 Camp is...Intermission
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff breaks down the mood surrounding this summer's training camp in terms of experiencing a new Broadway musical. He then answers your emails on Coby Bryant, Darnell Wright, Mauricio Pochettino, getting started in film studies (Hitchcock!), and makes an updated…
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Jeff with Trent Condon in Des Moines
Apologies for the shaky audio of the interview, but it was recorded with me in the car trying to navigate the world of NYC alternate side parking. On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff talks with Trent Condon on ESPN Radio Des Moines about all things Bears camp. He also answers a single email: what are…
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Excitement Brewing at Early Camp
In this episode of JHiTB, Jeff can't hide his excitement for the potential of this 2026 Chicago Bears offense after only a day and a half of camp. And then he answers your emails, complete with his coaching comp for Ben Johnson: Buddy Ryan.
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On Kyler Gordon
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff dissects the problematic level of communication surrounding Kyler Gordon landing on PUP to start camp. And then he answers your non-Kyler emails on Shark Week, Jaws, the running back position, Ozzy Trapilo, and soccer!
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Training Camp Preview (Emails) and World Cup Wrap-Up
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff breaks down the summer ahead for the 2026 Chicago Bears, using your emails to guide the conversation. All things discussed, including Caleb's precision, the silliness of the "RB1" designation, and the fear of two words: carted off. Then he's joined by Reverend Dave...
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Episode 13: USMNT Postmortem and Emails!
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff tries to make sense of the last month of US Soccer after an embarrassing loss to the Belgians. He also answers emails wherein he identifies a breakout player for the Bears in 2026, defends the value of Cairo Santos, and projects Caleb's passing yards this season.
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Episode 12: World Cup Knockouts and Mail!
On this episode of JHiTB, Reverend Dave joins to preview the coming run for the USMNT and discuss the whole of this thrilling World Cup. Also, Jeff answers emails regarding coaching staff firings, Caleb Williams's star potential and, of course, Rome Odunze.
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Episode 11: Game of Margins
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff discusses how the NFL has become a game of fine margins and how Austin Booker and Rome Odunze could be the difference between good team and champion. He also encourages those enjoying the USMNT at this World Cup to stop worrying about the team's ENDgame, and instead...
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Episode 10: On Kevin Warren
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff dissects the political failures of Kevin Warren as the President of the Chicago Bears. He also answers your emails on everything from The Godfather to FOX's misguided World Cup coverage to the brilliant Disclosure Day. He also makes YET ANOTHER prediction for the…
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Episode 9: The Superstar QB
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff marvels at the speed of the superstar ascension of Caleb Williams. He also answers your emails about soccer, golf, American Studies, and why Kevin Warren has not been "shot into the sun."
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Special Episode: World Cup Preview!
On this SPECIAL episode of JHiTB, Jeff is joined by his good friend (and closet Francophile) Reverend Dave to preview the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. They wonder why Ghana is bringing five keepers, how Tim Ream can be expected from allowing a hat trick to Jeremy Doku, and give their…
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Episode 8: Sports IS Politics.
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff discusses how fans need to be better when it comes to player behavior off-field, how sports IS NOW and always HAS BEEN intermingled with politics, and a mailbag edition with season prediction! (Apologies for swallowing the microphone a bit in segment one but I got...
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Episode 7: Memorial Day Mailbag!
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff does a mailbag exclusive! He discusses what it means for the Bears to be "Ben Johnson's team," why the young LSU WR is turning heads in his early days, why nepotism in league circles is a bad thing, and why you should always try mozzarella sticks at a pub if they're...
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Episode 6: Schedule Release is Not an Event
On this episode of JHiTB Jeff yells about the schedule release NOT being a television event, remembers Sam Sianis of the Billy Goat Tavern (which will be an ongoing theme), and answers reader emails.
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Episode 5: Schedule! Mail!
On this episode of JHiTB, Jeff breaks the 2026 schedule in five segments, lauds its overall balance, and opines that it's the ideal schedule for a coaching staff good at in-season adjustments. Also...a lot of mail from the listeners!
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Episode 4: Emails!
On Episode 4 of JHiTB, Jeff answers your emails! Is the offensive coordinator the football equivalent of the screenwriter? How many potatoes HAS he eaten? Airport beers! Glengarry Glen Ross! Kevin Warren is disliked! Source talk!
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Episode 3: Three Pivotal Bears in 2026
In Episode 3 of JHiTB, Jeff discusses the three players who could very well determine HOW GOOD the 2026 Bears can be, reads a few texts from scout friend, and eviscerates the Saudis, Greg Norman and Phil Mickelson.
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Episode 2: The Draft, 2026
In this episode of JHiTB, Jeff takes a "big picture" look at the Bears' draft strategy, acknowledging what is obvious: these are now Ben Johnson's Bears. In segment two, he provides scouting reports on Chicago's selections from friends who makes their living doing such things in the NFL. He…
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Episode 1: The Pilot
On this debut episode of Jeff Hughes is Talking Bears, Jeff lets you know what's in store for the season ahead, discusses a lackluster NFL Draft (while bemoaning the Draft Industrial Complex), and apologizes for some wonky audio nonsense. Special thanks to Scott Ethier for the brilliant musical...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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).
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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).
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