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The Bear Necessities Podcast
by John Przanowski
John Przanowski brings you detailed analysis and engaging conversations about all things Chicago Bears football and the world of the NFL!
Episodes
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Bears 2025 NFL Draft Recap Show
How did the Chicago Bears do in the 2025 NFL Draft? John Przanowski breaks it all down, including his urge (and many others) of wanting RB Ashton Jeanty in the 1st round. Colston Loveland may not be the TE the fanbase wanted, but ultimately will he be the better prospect between him and Tyler...
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The Ben Johnson Era Has Arrived
Ben Johnson was named the 19th head coach in Chicago Bears history on Monday afternoon. In this week's show, John gives his perspective on the move and why Johnson should bring instant stability to the franchise. How will he unlock Caleb Williams true potential? Are we surprised he chose the…
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Victory at Lambeau! + Who Should The Bears Hire as Next Head Coach?
The Chicago Bears finally won against their dreaded rivals on a last second field goal as time expired. The boys discuss what it feels like to finally get over the hump beating Green Bay! Also in the show, the off-season is officially here. Reactions from the Bears press conference has us…
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A National Embarrassment - Your 2024 Chicago Bears
The Bears are going to Bears. The day after Christmas, the nation had to watch the "snoozefest" that was the Seattle Seahawks and Chicago Bears Thursday night football game, ending in a 6-3 Seattle victory. The Bears have lost now 10 games in a row! In a lost season, are their any positives we…
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Nobody Sells LOSING Like The Chicago Bears!
The Chicago Bears are now losers of eight straight games following the Monday Night Football defeat at the hands of the Minnesota Vikings. How safe is Ryan Poles' job? Is Caleb Williams regressing? And is Thomas Brown going to get a chance to return as head coach?
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Humiliating Loss to SF Leaves Bears With More Questions Than Answers
Make that 7 straight losses by the Chicago Bears following the 38-13 blowout to the 49ers on Sunday afternoon. Despite the Bears moving forward with Thomas Brown as interim HC, the team failed to respond and as a result got out coached, out played and out classed. As frustrations continue to…
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A Familiar Opponent Leads To A Familiar Result
Heartbreak on the lake as the Bears dropped to the Green Bay Packers 20-19 on Cairo Santos blocked FG attempt in the closing seconds of the game. The Bears have now lost 4 straight, and 11 in a row to their bitter rivals. Should Matt Eberflus had run an extra play to get closer into field goal...
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Crisis Mode For Bears
In another embarrassing loss, this time at home to the New England Patriots, the Bears are still searching for answers. How did we get here again? Who needs to be fired first? And is the season already lost? Jack and John express their frustrations with the current state of the franchise in this...
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Bears Searching For Answers After Consecutive Losses
The Bears were blown out in the desert by Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals 29-9. As the team has dropped two in a row, you have to ask yourself the question of is Matt Eberflus the guy that's going to fix this mess? Has the locker room has been lost already? The boys also discuss why…
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Bears Drop A Heartbreaker in Washington
In one of the most gut wrenching losses ever as a Bears fan, where does this rank all-time? Will Eberflus still be a head coach in 2025? Coming off a BYE week, the Bears came out flat against Washington. Why is this team never ready to meet the big moment? Why are they always outcoached and...
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Caleb Goes Off in London!
Jack returns to the show to recap a thrilling 35-16 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Bears are officially 4-2 now. Are they a playoff team in your eyes? Do the Bears officially have their QB now? The boys give their good, the bad and the ugly heading into the bye week, plus Jack gives…
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Bears Dominate at Home Against Carolina
In what was his and DJ Moore's best game of the season, Caleb Williams and the Bears had a dominating effort over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday to improve to 3-2 on the season. John urges Bears fans to enjoy this one as the team looks to build momentum heading into London for a game against the...
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Bears Overcome Rams 24-18
Despite another slow start from the offense, the Bears muscled their way past Matthew Stafford and the LA Rams 24-18 on Sunday to move to 2-2 on the season. John gives his good, the bad, and the ugly from Week 4 plus a quick lookahead to Week 5 against Carolina.
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Bears Continue To Search For Their Identity
In a "get right" game against the Colts, the Bears play calling and personnel issues continue to be a major issue. Who is more at blame, Shane Waldron or Matt Eberflus? The boys get to the good, the bad, & the ugly and some tweets that blew their minds. Also a quick look ahead to Week 4 against…
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Offensive Struggles Continue in Houston- Bears Fall to 1-1
We feel like we've watched this movie before... are the Bears failing Caleb Williams already? Bears drop a tough one in Houston 19-13 to the Texans. The offensive line woes continue. Who should be the most blame? The boys give you the good, the bad and the ugly, plus a quick lookahead to...
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Bears Win Ugly Season Opener
In a typical Bears game that seemed all too familiar, Chicago was able to come back and win down 17 and stun the Tennessee Titans in the season opener 24-17 backed by defense and special teams. Jack and John discuss Caleb Williams and how he struggled in his first game. Should we be worried? Why…
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2024 Bears Season Preview + Bold Predictions
John gives his his honest take on where the Bears are at heading into the 2024 new season. How do you feel about this team? John also recaps the Hard Knocks finale and why the Bears don't deserve Ryan Poles. Plus bold takes and overall season prediction!
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Best Hard Knocks Episode Yet?
The boys react to the amazing episode 3 of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears. From Ryan Poles, to Kevin Warren, to Caleb Williams showing flashes of brilliance against the Bengals, there was so much on display in the best episode yet!
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The Debut of Caleb Williams
Caleb Williams made his NFL debut over the weekend in Buffalo. Jack and John discuss their takeaways from the game, and what impressed them most about their new quarterback? Also live reaction to Hard Knocks Episode 2!
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Hard Knocks & The Bears
Hard Knocks Training Camp with The Chicago Bears debuted tonight on HBO! Hear John's instant reaction to some of his favorite moments from the episode. John also shares his observations on what he saw live from practice up at Halas Hall in Lake Forest. Could the Bears have a new punt returner on...
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EMERGENCY PODCAST: The Bears Are Going to be on HBO's Hard Knocks | The Good & The Bad
The Chicago Bears are set to be featured on HBO's original series Hard Knocks starting in August. This will be a deep dive, behind the scenes access into an NFL Training Camp. Although these are exciting times for Bears fans, John has some reservations about the teams who have been on the show in...
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Chicago Bears 2024 Schedule Release Reaction
Jack and John discuss the upcoming 2024 Chicago Bears schedule, and give their take on how many wins the Bears are capable of this upcoming season. This is the Bear Necessities Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urJH4sPvQpM 00:55 Bears Rookie Minicamp Impressions 05:38 Bears release their...
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Rome Odunze & Caleb Williams Era is Here!
It's been a week since Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze became Chicago Bears. Jack and John discuss what the future of the 2024 Chicago Bears will look like as the team heads into a brand new season and a brand new era of Bears football. The guys also discuss their draft party experience at Soldier...
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NFL Free Agency Begins, But Questions Still Linger For The Bears
NFL Free Agency is finally here! The Bears were quick to sign RB D'Andre Swift, S Kevin Byard & TE Gerald Everett to multiple year contracts. Is Ryan Poles done adding to the roster? What is going on with Justin Fields and his trade market? The guys also discuss the real winners and losers so far...
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Caleb Williams Speaks at NFL Combine & Justin Fields Trade Market "Underwhelming?"
Caleb Williams appeared at the NFL Combine last week to meet with the Bears and other NFL teams. Jack and John discuss their initial impression of how Caleb sounded, and if he's ready to be a Chicago Bear? The guys also discuss why Justin Fields trade market is underwhelming at this point in the...
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Justin Fields or Caleb Williams?
With the NFL season officially over, Jack Lomax joins the BNP podcast to help shed light on what a successful Bears off-season should look like? John and Jack debate which quarterback will give the Bears immediate success in the future? Caleb Williams or Justin Fields? What are the Bears biggest...
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Bears Win Big On New Years Eve. Capture #1 Overall Pick Again!
Justin Fields was dynamite on Sunday with another impressive showing. What will the Bears do at the quarterback position? Is Matt Eberflus expected to come back in 2024 based on Ian Rapoport's column? DJ Moore is on pace to have one of the very best seasons in franchise history. John shares his...
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Chicago Bears Control Their Own Destiny - Beat Lions 28-13
John gives you his 5 biggest observations following the Bears first back to back victories in the Matt Eberflus era. Is it enough to save his job as head coach? The Montez Sweat addition continues to show dividends as he now has 3.5 sacks with his new team. Is he the reason Defense has been…
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Chicago Bears Win Big Behind Tyson Bagent's Debut
John gives you his 5 biggest observations following the Bears first home victory at Soldier Field in more than a year. Tyson Bagent played great, is it too soon to consider him as the viable option moving forward? Why was D'Onta Foreman a healthy scratch this season? He's been impressive in two...
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This Is Rock Bottom. Chicago Bears Fall To 0-3
Bears are officially the laughing stock of the league. How did we get here? Is Matt Eberflus job safe? What does he even do well as a coach? Why do the Bears continue to keep hiring the wrong coaches? Also... are we ready to pull the plug on Justin Fields? When does Luke Getsy become accountable?...
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Chicago Bears Season Preview
We did it! We Made it! THE NFL SEASON IS FINALLY HERE! As excited as we all are to embark on a new season, John takes a second to reflect and ask a serious question. What makes us Bears fans? Why do we root for this team? Why do we put ourselves through this year in and year out? What are…
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Can Tyson Bagent Save The Bears?
John opens up the show discussing the Teven Jenkins injury.. what does this mean for the Bears moving forward starting off the season without their best offensive lineman? Could he potentially miss the full month of September? Instant reactions from the game this past Saturday night in…
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Bears Win Their Pre-Season Opener Against Titans
John Przanowski brings you detailed analysis and engaging conversations about all things Chicago Bears football and the world of the NFL! Chicago Bears opened up their Pre-Season with a 23-17 win over the Tennessee Titans. Some takeaways from the game that are a "Necessity" to talk about. There…
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John Przanowski brings you detailed analysis and engaging conversations about all things Chicago Bears football and the world of the NFL!
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