The Offseason with Cassie Carlson https://www.fox32chicago.com/ en 2025 Fox 32 Chicago The Offseason is a weekly sports program on FOX 32 Chicago, hosted by Cassie Carlson. The show provides a comprehensive look at the Chicago Bears during the NFL offseason, tracking roster moves, player development and coaching changes. Each episode features in-depth analysis along with interviews and panel discussions with local and national sports experts, former players, and reporters. Together, they break down what fans can expect from the Bears heading into the new season, while also touching on broader NFL storylines that impact the team’s future. From training camp previews to rookie evaluations and free agency reactions, The Offseason keeps viewers informed and engaged as the Bears build toward their next chapter. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/0a6d04f0-1ed3-11f0-bfd1-f375a28db38c/image/6e78529e992ad0f1021a94df00a1774d.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Offseason with Cassie Carlson https://www.fox32chicago.com/ no episodic Fox 32 Chicago The Offseason is a weekly sports program on FOX 32 Chicago, hosted by Cassie Carlson. The show provides a comprehensive look at the Chicago Bears during the NFL offseason, tracking roster moves, player development and coaching changes. Each episode features in-depth analysis along with interviews and panel discussions with local and national sports experts, former players, and reporters. Together, they break down what fans can expect from the Bears heading into the new season, while also touching on broader NFL storylines that impact the team’s future. From training camp previews to rookie evaluations and free agency reactions, The Offseason keeps viewers informed and engaged as the Bears build toward their next chapter. The Offseason is a weekly sports program on FOX 32 Chicago, hosted by Cassie Carlson. The show provides a comprehensive look at the Chicago Bears during the NFL offseason, tracking roster moves, player development and coaching changes.

Each episode features in-depth analysis along with interviews and panel discussions with local and national sports experts, former players, and reporters. Together, they break down what fans can expect from the Bears heading into the new season, while also touching on broader NFL storylines that impact the team’s future.

From training camp previews to rookie evaluations and free agency reactions, The Offseason keeps viewers informed and engaged as the Bears build toward their next chapter.

]]> Fox Audio Network podcasts@fox.com Main Attraction: Why the Bears are ready for the primetime spotlight | The Offseason - Ep. 13 On Episode 13 of The Offseason Cassie Carlson, Dan Wiederer and Anthony Herron break down the Bears 2026 schedule. Are Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams ready for the toughest schedule in the NFL? Also, what does the panel think of the Bears under the bright lights, playing 7 primetime games? Plus, they go through some schedule storylines including what week will Logan Jones be the starting center, will Caleb Williams or Josh Allen have better MVP odds, and will the Bears have more takeaways or sacks this season? Finally, they give their record predictions for the Bears!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 15 May 2026 21:26:26 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago On Episode 13 of The Offseason Cassie Carlson, Dan Wiederer and Anthony Herron break down the Bears 2026 schedule. Are Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams ready for the toughest schedule in the NFL? Also, what does the panel think of the Bears under the bright lights, playing 7 primetime games? Plus, they go through some schedule storylines including what week will Logan Jones be the starting center, will Caleb Williams or Josh Allen have better MVP odds, and will the Bears have more takeaways or sacks this season? Finally, they give their record predictions for the Bears!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 1676 no Rookie Orientation: Recapping Day 1 Minicamp | The Offseason Cassie Carlson and Dan Wiederer recap Day 1 of Bears Rookie Minicamp at Halas Hall. What were Cassie & Dan's initial takeaways of the Bears rookie class? Also, how are the Bears challenging Logan Jones and getting him up to speed at center? Plus, how heavy is the mental load the Bears are putting on the rookies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 08 May 2026 23:39:33 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago Cassie Carlson and Dan Wiederer recap Day 1 of Bears Rookie Minicamp at Halas Hall. What were Cassie & Dan's initial takeaways of the Bears rookie class? Also, how are the Bears challenging Logan Jones and getting him up to speed at center? Plus, how heavy is the mental load the Bears are putting on the rookies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 1572 no How will the Bears draft picks fit into Ben Johnson's team identity? | The Offseason - Ep. 11 This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, she's joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Anthony Herron. What draft pick will have the biggest impact on the Bears; how do you feel about the defense after they didn't address the defensive line. Plus, will Malik Muhammad have a chance to contribute his rookie season and the latest on the Bears stadium decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 01 May 2026 21:40:27 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, she's joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Anthony Herron. What draft pick will have the biggest impact on the Bears; how do you feel about the defense after they didn't address the defensive line. Plus, will Malik Muhammad have a chance to contribute his rookie season and the latest on the Bears stadium decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 1610 no 1-on-1 with Dillon Thieneman | The Offseason Cassie Carlson went 1-on-1 with the newest Chicago Bear, Dillon Thieneman, after his introduction at Halas Hall. Dillon talks about his first impressions of the Bears since being drafted, why he likes to be coached hard and his obsession with being great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:14:17 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago Cassie Carlson went 1-on-1 with the newest Chicago Bear, Dillon Thieneman, after his introduction at Halas Hall. Dillon talks about his first impressions of the Bears since being drafted, why he likes to be coached hard and his obsession with being great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 319 no Cassie goes 1 on 1 with center and Bears draft pick Logan Jones The Bears took the future of their offensive line with Iowa center Logan Jones on Friday. Cassie Carlson goes 1 on 1 with Jones as he arrives at Halas Hall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:13:34 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago The Bears took the future of their offensive line with Iowa center Logan Jones on Friday. Cassie Carlson goes 1 on 1 with Jones as he arrives at Halas Hall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 359 no How Sam Roush believes he can compliment the Chicago Bears tight end room The Bears added a third tight end to the roster, and Sam Roush fits the need for an in-line tight end. He explains to Cassie Carlson why he fits into that tight end room with Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:10:48 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago The Bears added a third tight end to the roster, and Sam Roush fits the need for an in-line tight end. He explains to Cassie Carlson why he fits into that tight end room with Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 284 no Duck Hunt: Why Dillon Thieneman will have a big impact on the Bears secondary | The Offseason Dan Wiederer joined Cassie Carlson from Halas Hall on Thursday to recap the Bears selection of Dillon Thieneman last night. Dan and Cassie talk about the rave reviews the Bears are receiving for Thieneman. Also, how will Thieneman impact the Bears defense and what will he allow Dennis Allen to do in the secondary? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:10:13 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago Dan Wiederer joined Cassie Carlson from Halas Hall on Thursday to recap the Bears selection of Dillon Thieneman last night. Dan and Cassie talk about the rave reviews the Bears are receiving for Thieneman. Also, how will Thieneman impact the Bears defense and what will he allow Dennis Allen to do in the secondary? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 696 no Bigger Bears draft priority, edge rusher or defensive tackle? | The Offseason, EP 9 On Episode 9 of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Bears analyst, Anthony Herron to preview the NFL Draft. What is the higher priority for the Bears, defensive end or defensive tackle? Also, should the Bears take a big swing at a high upside prospect or focus on immediate production? Plus, Anthony breaks down two potential trench targets: OT Caleb Lomu and DT Kayden McDonald.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:19:47 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago On Episode 9 of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Bears analyst, Anthony Herron to preview the NFL Draft. What is the higher priority for the Bears, defensive end or defensive tackle? Also, should the Bears take a big swing at a high upside prospect or focus on immediate production? Plus, Anthony breaks down two potential trench targets: OT Caleb Lomu and DT Kayden McDonald.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 1597 no How 'scary' will Caleb Williams be in year 3 + Breaking down prospects | The Offseason, Ep. 8 This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, Charles Omenihu places Bears QB in his top 5 scariest quarterbacks list, will he be in MVP conversations in December of next season. What did George McCaskey think of Ben Johnson's locker room comments about the Packers. Plus, Anthony Herron breaks down Akheem Mesidor and Dillon Thieneman's tape and shares why they'd be good options at 25 in the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:49:33 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, Charles Omenihu places Bears QB in his top 5 scariest quarterbacks list, will he be in MVP conversations in December of next season. What did George McCaskey think of Ben Johnson's locker room comments about the Packers. Plus, Anthony Herron breaks down Akheem Mesidor and Dillon Thieneman's tape and shares why they'd be good options at 25 in the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 1591 no Bears Stadium Update & Packers Rivalry: Recapping the NFL Owners Meetings | The Offseason On this week's episode of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson sits down with Dan Wiederer, Ben Johnson, Kevin Warren and George McCaskey at the NFL Owners Meetings in Arizona. Cassie gets the latest on the Bears stadium, including why the Bears feel they'll have clarity in late spring or summer. Also, Ben Johnson explains what needs to happen for the Bears take the next step this upcoming season. Plus, how does George McCaskey feel about his head coach embracing the Bears-Packers rivalry? *PREVIOUSLY RECORDED* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:53:08 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago On this week's episode of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson sits down with Dan Wiederer, Ben Johnson, Kevin Warren and George McCaskey at the NFL Owners Meetings in Arizona. Cassie gets the latest on the Bears stadium, including why the Bears feel they'll have clarity in late spring or summer. Also, Ben Johnson explains what needs to happen for the Bears take the next step this upcoming season. Plus, how does George McCaskey feel about his head coach embracing the Bears-Packers rivalry? *PREVIOUSLY RECORDED* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 565 no What position group should the Bears focus on with the 25th overall pick? | The Offseason - Ep. 6 This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, the Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs takes us through how he approached his first mock draft and why he has the Bears focusing on defense in the first round. Plus, ESPN Raiders reporter Ryan McFadden dives into what happened over the four day span of Maxx Crosby being traded to Baltimore and the Ravens backing out at the last minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:41:47 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, the Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs takes us through how he approached his first mock draft and why he has the Bears focusing on defense in the first round. Plus, ESPN Raiders reporter Ryan McFadden dives into what happened over the four day span of Maxx Crosby being traded to Baltimore and the Ravens backing out at the last minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 1455 no Will Caleb Williams become the next Michael Jordan of Chicago? | The Offseason Ep. 5 This week on "The Offseason:" Cassie Carlson is joined by CHSN's Ruthie Polinsky. Kevin Byard has high praise for QB Caleb Williams; can he become the next Michael Jordan in Chicago? Plus, mock drafts have the Bears addressing their defense. Should the Bears draft an EDGE, safety or best player available? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:26:52 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on "The Offseason:" Cassie Carlson is joined by CHSN's Ruthie Polinsky. Kevin Byard has high praise for QB Caleb Williams; can he become the next Michael Jordan in Chicago? Plus, mock drafts have the Bears addressing their defense. Should the Bears draft an EDGE, safety or best player available? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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]]> 1457 no Is the Bears roster better or worse after free agency? | The Offseason Ep. 4 This week on The Offseason Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and The Score's David Haugh to break down the Bears moves in free agency. Ryan Poles said he wanted to get faster, more explosive, bring in players who are passionate about football and are good leaders. How does the roster look after losses like Kevin Byard and Tremaine Edmunds? And should the Bears be making calls about Maxx Crosby? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:27:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on The Offseason Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and The Score's David Haugh to break down the Bears moves in free agency. Ryan Poles said he wanted to get faster, more explosive, bring in players who are passionate about football and are good leaders. How does the roster look after losses like Kevin Byard and Tremaine Edmunds? And should the Bears be making calls about Maxx Crosby? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on The Offseason Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and The Score's David Haugh to break down the Bears moves in free agency. Ryan Poles said he wanted to get faster, more explosive, bring in players who are passionate about football and are good leaders. How does the roster look after losses like Kevin Byard and Tremaine Edmunds? And should the Bears be making calls about Maxx Crosby?

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]]> 1437 no S2 - EP 3: Why filling Drew Dalman's void should be the Bears' top priority On Episode 3 of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and former Bears center Olin Kreutz. They react to the DJ Moore trade and predict who steps up as the #1 receiver now next season. Also, are the Bears legit players in the Maxx Crosby sweepstakes and why the top priority this offseason should be filling the void left by Drew Dalman. **Editor note: This episode was previously recorded prior to the Bears trading for Patriots center Garrett Bradbury** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago On Episode 3 of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and former Bears center Olin Kreutz. They react to the DJ Moore trade and predict who steps up as the #1 receiver now next season. Also, are the Bears legit players in the Maxx Crosby sweepstakes and why the top priority this offseason should be filling the void left by Drew Dalman. **Editor note: This episode was previously recorded prior to the Bears trading for Patriots center Garrett Bradbury** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices On Episode 3 of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and former Bears center Olin Kreutz. They react to the DJ Moore trade and predict who steps up as the #1 receiver now next season. Also, are the Bears legit players in the Maxx Crosby sweepstakes and why the top priority this offseason should be filling the void left by Drew Dalman.

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]]> 1503 no S2 - E2: Indy Infusion - NFL Combine Recap & Interviews It's a jam-packed Episode 2 of The Offseason. Cassie Carlson was down at the NFL Combine this week and delivered a ton of great 1-on-1's! Ryan Poles, Ben Johnson, Rich Eisen, Mike Florio and Tom Pelissero all join the show! Cassie and Dan Wiederer also recap an eventful week in Indianapolis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:39:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago It's a jam-packed Episode 2 of The Offseason. Cassie Carlson was down at the NFL Combine this week and delivered a ton of great 1-on-1's! Ryan Poles, Ben Johnson, Rich Eisen, Mike Florio and Tom Pelissero all join the show! Cassie and Dan Wiederer also recap an eventful week in Indianapolis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices It's a jam-packed Episode 2 of The Offseason. Cassie Carlson was down at the NFL Combine this week and delivered a ton of great 1-on-1's! Ryan Poles, Ben Johnson, Rich Eisen, Mike Florio and Tom Pelissero all join the show! Cassie and Dan Wiederer also recap an eventful week in Indianapolis. 

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]]> 3677 no S2 - EP1: The Offseason Returns | Mad Maxx & The Iceman It's the premiere of Season 2 of The Offseason! Cassie Carlson is back, joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer all season long. Tonight's special guest is Bears radio analyst Tom Thayer. The crew reacts to the latest Bears stadium news and what Caleb Williams needs to do to level up in year 3. They also discuss a potential Maxx Crosby trade and give their top 3 offseason priorities for the Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:38:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago It's the premiere of Season 2 of The Offseason! Cassie Carlson is back, joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer all season long. Tonight's special guest is Bears radio analyst Tom Thayer. The crew reacts to the latest Bears stadium news and what Caleb Williams needs to do to level up in year 3. They also discuss a potential Maxx Crosby trade and give their top 3 offseason priorities for the Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices It's the premiere of Season 2 of The Offseason! Cassie Carlson is back, joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer all season long. Tonight's special guest is Bears radio analyst Tom Thayer. The crew reacts to the latest Bears stadium news and what Caleb Williams needs to do to level up in year 3. They also discuss a potential Maxx Crosby trade and give their top 3 offseason priorities for the Bears.

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]]> 1823 no Bears Training Camp: Best sound from week one On the season finale of "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson brings you the best sound from week one of Bears Training Camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 25 Jul 2025 22:28:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago On the season finale of "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson brings you the best sound from week one of Bears Training Camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices On the season finale of "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson brings you the best sound from week one of Bears Training Camp.

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]]> 1476 no Bears training camp preview: Lou Canellis praises offensive line, best since 2005 This week on "The Offseason," Lou Canellis joins Cassie Carlson to preview Bears training camp. The two discuss Ryan Poles' contract extension, which position group they have the most confidence in and why Lou believes Dayo Odeyingbo will be the biggest difference maker on the Bears defensive line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 18 Jul 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on "The Offseason," Lou Canellis joins Cassie Carlson to preview Bears training camp. The two discuss Ryan Poles' contract extension, which position group they have the most confidence in and why Lou believes Dayo Odeyingbo will be the biggest difference maker on the Bears defensive line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on "The Offseason," Lou Canellis joins Cassie Carlson to preview Bears training camp. The two discuss Ryan Poles' contract extension, which position group they have the most confidence in and why Lou believes Dayo Odeyingbo will be the biggest difference maker on the Bears defensive line.

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]]> 1681 no Anticipation builds around Caleb Williams' potential with Ben Johnson This week on "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson sits down with ESPN Chicago's Pat the Designer to go over expectations for Caleb Williams and react to PFF ranking the Bears OL as 4th best in the NFL. Bears CB Jaylon Johnson talks about training with his teammates in Vegas. Rutgers Head Coach Greg Schiano breaks down why rookie running back Kyle Monangai is primed to make the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 11 Jul 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson sits down with ESPN Chicago's Pat the Designer to go over expectations for Caleb Williams and react to PFF ranking the Bears OL as 4th best in the NFL. Bears CB Jaylon Johnson talks about training with his teammates in Vegas. Rutgers Head Coach Greg Schiano breaks down why rookie running back Kyle Monangai is primed to make the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson sits down with ESPN Chicago's Pat the Designer to go over expectations for Caleb Williams and react to PFF ranking the Bears OL as 4th best in the NFL. Bears CB Jaylon Johnson talks about training with his teammates in Vegas. Rutgers Head Coach Greg Schiano breaks down why rookie running back Kyle Monangai is primed to make the roster.

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]]> 2124 no Ben Johnson's strategies, Caleb Williams' growth, and Illini Night highlights This week on "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson reflects on Ben Johnson's first offseason as Bears head coach with the radio play-by-play voice of the Bears, Jeff Joniak. Joniak discusses the jumps he hopes to see from Caleb Williams and the impact Dennis Allen will have on the Bears defense. Plus, Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema & QB Luke Altmyer visit Chicago for Illini Night at Wrigley Field. They discuss expectations for 2025 after their 10-win season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson reflects on Ben Johnson's first offseason as Bears head coach with the radio play-by-play voice of the Bears, Jeff Joniak. Joniak discusses the jumps he hopes to see from Caleb Williams and the impact Dennis Allen will have on the Bears defense. Plus, Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema & QB Luke Altmyer visit Chicago for Illini Night at Wrigley Field. They discuss expectations for 2025 after their 10-win season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson reflects on Ben Johnson's first offseason as Bears head coach with the radio play-by-play voice of the Bears, Jeff Joniak. Joniak discusses the jumps he hopes to see from Caleb Williams and the impact Dennis Allen will have on the Bears defense. Plus, Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema & QB Luke Altmyer visit Chicago for Illini Night at Wrigley Field. They discuss expectations for 2025 after their 10-win season.

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]]> 2044 no Insights from Ben Johnson's debut offseason with the Bears This week on 'The Offseason': The Bears finish their final week of OTAs with QB Caleb Williams and WR Rome Odunze in attendance. The Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer joins the show to talk about what we learned during Ben Johnson's first offseason. Is Caleb Williams the 2nd year QB with the most pressure on him heading into the season? Plus, rookie OT Ozzy Trapilo discusses competing for the starting LT job and his connection to the Doug Flutie Hail Mary game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 13 Jun 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on 'The Offseason': The Bears finish their final week of OTAs with QB Caleb Williams and WR Rome Odunze in attendance. The Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer joins the show to talk about what we learned during Ben Johnson's first offseason. Is Caleb Williams the 2nd year QB with the most pressure on him heading into the season? Plus, rookie OT Ozzy Trapilo discusses competing for the starting LT job and his connection to the Doug Flutie Hail Mary game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on 'The Offseason': The Bears finish their final week of OTAs with QB Caleb Williams and WR Rome Odunze in attendance. The Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer joins the show to talk about what we learned during Ben Johnson's first offseason. Is Caleb Williams the 2nd year QB with the most pressure on him heading into the season? Plus, rookie OT Ozzy Trapilo discusses competing for the starting LT job and his connection to the Doug Flutie Hail Mary game.

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]]> 1505 no Ben Johnson's coaching style showcased at Bears minicamp This week on 'The Offseason': The Bears wrap up three days of minicamp where Ben Johnson emphasized attention to details. The Athletic's Adam Jahns discusses the difference in coaching style from previous head coaches and how Jaquan Brisker came back from a season-ending concussion. Lou Canellis on his observations from day two of practice. Plus, Gervon Dexter talks about becoming a leader on the defense and Tyrique Stevenson lays out his goals for the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 06 Jun 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on 'The Offseason': The Bears wrap up three days of minicamp where Ben Johnson emphasized attention to details. The Athletic's Adam Jahns discusses the difference in coaching style from previous head coaches and how Jaquan Brisker came back from a season-ending concussion. Lou Canellis on his observations from day two of practice. Plus, Gervon Dexter talks about becoming a leader on the defense and Tyrique Stevenson lays out his goals for the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on 'The Offseason': The Bears wrap up three days of minicamp where Ben Johnson emphasized attention to details. The Athletic's Adam Jahns discusses the difference in coaching style from previous head coaches and how Jaquan Brisker came back from a season-ending concussion. Lou Canellis on his observations from day two of practice. Plus, Gervon Dexter talks about becoming a leader on the defense and Tyrique Stevenson lays out his goals for the season.

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]]> 2020 no Sports anchor: Caleb Williams ‘admitted everything,’ ‘mature’ amid Bears draft drama This week on "The Offseason," Caleb Williams addresses the Seth Wickersham ESPN article. Lou Canellis and Cassie Carlson discuss how the second year quarterback handled the media. Plus, 670 The Score's Laurence Holmes joins the show to dive deeper into Albert Breer's report on the Bears addressing body language and pre-snap procedure with Caleb Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 30 May 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on "The Offseason," Caleb Williams addresses the Seth Wickersham ESPN article. Lou Canellis and Cassie Carlson discuss how the second year quarterback handled the media. Plus, 670 The Score's Laurence Holmes joins the show to dive deeper into Albert Breer's report on the Bears addressing body language and pre-snap procedure with Caleb Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on "The Offseason," Caleb Williams addresses the Seth Wickersham ESPN article. Lou Canellis and Cassie Carlson discuss how the second year quarterback handled the media. Plus, 670 The Score's Laurence Holmes joins the show to dive deeper into Albert Breer's report on the Bears addressing body language and pre-snap procedure with Caleb Williams.

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]]> 2709 no Bears OTAs, Caleb Williams' silence & Ben Johnson coach of the year? This week on 'The Offseason': The Big Media's Herb Howard talks about the intensity Ben Johnson brought to Bears OTAs. Lou Canellis and Cassie Carlson discuss what they saw from the first day of phase 3. BetMGM's Joe Ostrowski talks NFL future bets and if he would put money on Ben Johnson to win Coach of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 23 May 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on 'The Offseason': The Big Media's Herb Howard talks about the intensity Ben Johnson brought to Bears OTAs. Lou Canellis and Cassie Carlson discuss what they saw from the first day of phase 3. BetMGM's Joe Ostrowski talks NFL future bets and if he would put money on Ben Johnson to win Coach of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on 'The Offseason': The Big Media's Herb Howard talks about the intensity Ben Johnson brought to Bears OTAs. Lou Canellis and Cassie Carlson discuss what they saw from the first day of phase 3. BetMGM's Joe Ostrowski talks NFL future bets and if he would put money on Ben Johnson to win Coach of the Year.

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]]> 2230 no Caleb Williams bombshell report & how farm work made Colston Loveland NFL-ready This week on 'The Offseason': ESPN Senior Writer Seth Wickersham discusses his bombshell article that revealed Caleb Williams sought ways around being drafted by the Bears. 670 The Score's Mark Grote reacts to the article and discusses the Bears 2025 schedule. Columnist Rick Telander details his trip to Colston Loveland's hometown, Gooding, Idaho. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 16 May 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago This week on 'The Offseason': ESPN Senior Writer Seth Wickersham discusses his bombshell article that revealed Caleb Williams sought ways around being drafted by the Bears. 670 The Score's Mark Grote reacts to the article and discusses the Bears 2025 schedule. Columnist Rick Telander details his trip to Colston Loveland's hometown, Gooding, Idaho. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on 'The Offseason': ESPN Senior Writer Seth Wickersham discusses his bombshell article that revealed Caleb Williams sought ways around being drafted by the Bears. 670 The Score's Mark Grote reacts to the article and discusses the Bears 2025 schedule. Columnist Rick Telander details his trip to Colston Loveland's hometown, Gooding, Idaho.

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]]> 3244 no Bears rookie minicamp takeaways On this episode of "The Offseason," The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain joins us with the latest on the Bears' rookie minicamp. Then, Cassie Carlson catches up with former Chicago Bears players Israel Idonije and Jerry Azumah to discuss the team's offseason moves. Plus, Wheaton North High School Defensive Backs coach Ashleigh Wilkinson-McQuaid gets an incredible opportunity with the Tampa Bay Bucs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 09 May 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago On this episode of "The Offseason," The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain joins us with the latest on the Bears' rookie minicamp. Then, Cassie Carlson catches up with former Chicago Bears players Israel Idonije and Jerry Azumah to discuss the team's offseason moves. Plus, Wheaton North High School Defensive Backs coach Ashleigh Wilkinson-McQuaid gets an incredible opportunity with the Tampa Bay Bucs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices On this episode of "The Offseason," The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain joins us with the latest on the Bears' rookie minicamp. Then, Cassie Carlson catches up with former Chicago Bears players Israel Idonije and Jerry Azumah to discuss the team's offseason moves. Plus, Wheaton North High School Defensive Backs coach Ashleigh Wilkinson-McQuaid gets an incredible opportunity with the Tampa Bay Bucs.

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]]> 2080 no What do the Bears' draft picks mean for Caleb Williams? Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer reacts to the Bears draft. How will Ben Johnson manage feeding all the weapons? Who will start at left tackle, and what does everything mean for Caleb Williams? Mizzou head coach Eli Drinkwitz on why Luther Burden III is a perfect fit for the Bears and why he thinks there are misconceptions about the WR. Plus, Cassie Carlson sits down with 1st round pick Colston Loveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 02 May 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer reacts to the Bears draft. How will Ben Johnson manage feeding all the weapons? Who will start at left tackle, and what does everything mean for Caleb Williams? Mizzou head coach Eli Drinkwitz on why Luther Burden III is a perfect fit for the Bears and why he thinks there are misconceptions about the WR. Plus, Cassie Carlson sits down with 1st round pick Colston Loveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer reacts to the Bears draft. How will Ben Johnson manage feeding all the weapons? Who will start at left tackle, and what does everything mean for Caleb Williams? Mizzou head coach Eli Drinkwitz on why Luther Burden III is a perfect fit for the Bears and why he thinks there are misconceptions about the WR. Plus, Cassie Carlson sits down with 1st round pick Colston Loveland.

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]]> 2126 no Episode 2 On this episode of "The Offseason," we look back at host Cassie Carlson's in-depth interview with Bears coach Ben Johnson at the NFL Combine in February. Johnson talked about his journey to becoming an NFL head coach, building a relationship with Caleb Williams, and what he learned from Jared Goff. Plus, one-on-one interviews with new Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and defensive backs coach Al Harris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 25 Apr 2025 23:00:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago On this episode of "The Offseason," we look back at host Cassie Carlson's in-depth interview with Bears coach Ben Johnson at the NFL Combine in February. Johnson talked about his journey to becoming an NFL head coach, building a relationship with Caleb Williams, and what he learned from Jared Goff. Plus, one-on-one interviews with new Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and defensive backs coach Al Harris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices On this episode of "The Offseason," we look back at host Cassie Carlson's in-depth interview with Bears coach Ben Johnson at the NFL Combine in February. Johnson talked about his journey to becoming an NFL head coach, building a relationship with Caleb Williams, and what he learned from Jared Goff.


Plus, one-on-one interviews with new Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and defensive backs coach Al Harris.

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]]> 1485 Episode 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 21 Apr 2025 17:08:00 -0000 full Fox 32 Chicago Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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