Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast

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'Talk Football' with Chicago Bears President Kevin Warren Jun 26, 2026

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On this episode, Dan Bernstein discusses Bears President Kevin Warren's upcoming "Talking Football" event, suggesting frustrated Bears fans should show up and make their voices heard. With emotions still running high over the stadium situation, team direction, and front office decisions, Bears fans have plenty of questions they want answered.

In this episode, we break down:

What Kevin Warren's event is
CJ Gardner-Johnson is a 'firecracker'
Praise for Declan Doyle
Three Bears in a new Top 100 NFL Players list

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Chicago Bears WRs, TEs, and RBs ranked / Hallmark Love Story Jun 25, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the upcoming Hallmark movie featuring cameo appearances from Bears coaches and players. Plus, ESPN’s Bill Barnwell ranks the NFL’s top wide receivers, tight ends, and running backs, and the guys react. They also share the latest details on Bears Training Camp as key dates and info are released.

0:00 Bears Hallmark Movie

8:30 ESPN Bill Barnwell

12:45 Lions

16:45 Caleb Williams

25:00 Training Camp

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Dianna Russini Report: What the NYT just Revealed Jun 24, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest New York Times report on Dianna Russini, diving into the irony and hypocrisy that stand out most.

0:00 Russini

25:00 Bears/NFL notes

They also share a quick update on the Bears’ ongoing stadium saga from today’s Dan Bernstein Unfiltered, take an early look at the team’s depth chart, and recap the highlights from Tight End University.

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Great Idea: Chicago Bears Finally Join Stadium Talks Jun 23, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola applaud the Chicago Bears for finally stepping into negotiations with Illinois lawmakers on a new stadium proposal.

0:00 Bears Stadium

7:00 Xavier Carlton

9:00 NFL-UFL

13:00 Bears TEs

18:00 Top 100 Players

Plus, a breakdown of the Bears’ tight ends, a look at the UFL, and the top standout performers from NFC West spring workouts.

All that and more in a packed podcast loaded with NFL content you’ll only find on Forward Progress.

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Ben Johnson's Circle of Trust: who's IN, who could be OUT? Jun 22, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest developments in the Chicago Bears’ stadium situation—full details on today’s episode of Dan Bernstein Unfiltered.

0:00 Bears Stadium

3:30 Ben's Circle of Trust

10:00 NFC North

18:15 Mike Pennel

29:45 NFL.com - Playoff Drought

They also dive into which two contracts could have the biggest negative impact on the Bears this season and examine Ben Johnson’s “circle of trust” heading into the year.

Plus, a disturbing story involving former NFL player Mike Pennel sends the guys down a rabbit hole, and they highlight four players who stood out across the NFC North this spring. To wrap things up, Jeremy Bergman of NFL.com joins the conversation with a look at the teams most likely to snap their playoff drought in 2026.

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Ben Johnson’s Wild Streak: His Starting QB Has Played EVERY Game Jun 19, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the early run of good fortune surrounding Ben Johnson as he steps into life as an NFL Offensive Coordinator and Head Coach.

0:00 Bears

9:50 Tight End U

12:35 Caleb / Rory

23:00 NFL News & Notes

The guys also take a closer look at four Bears players whose stock has taken a hit since OTAs, and why expectations may be shifting.

Plus, Dan draws a fascinating comparison between Caleb Williams and Rory McIlroy, examining how elite talents are evaluated and scrutinized. They wrap things up with the latest news and notes from around the NFL.

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Rethinking How We Evaluate Caleb Williams Jun 18, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down a smarter way to evaluate Caleb Williams’ success—going beyond simple completion percentage.

0:00 Caleb Williams

10:00 Vita Vea

15:00 8 NFL Players to Watch

20:45 Matt Eberflus

26:45 Backup QBs

They also explore a situation developing in Tampa Bay that could catch Ryan Poles’ attention, revisit just how rough Matt Eberflus’ stint in Dallas really was (with insight from his former players), and debate whether Tyson Bagent might be the best backup quarterback in the NFL.

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Could the Green Bay Packers be Forced to Leave Wisconsin? Jun 17, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the growing rockstar aura around Caleb Williams, as witnessed from second-year wide receiver Luther Burden.

0:00 Caleb Williams

6:00 Green Bay

14:00 NFL News & Notes

They also dive into rising tensions between Wisconsin lawmakers and the Green Bay Packers over the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961—before offering up their own solution for the franchise. The show wraps with a trip around the NFL, hitting the latest news and notes from across the league.

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What Kalif Raymond Told Caleb Williams — And Why It Matters Jun 16, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the latest Chicago Bears storylines, including Kalif Raymond’s advice to rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and a look at two new UFL additions to the roster.

0:00 Bears

11:00 Jaylon Johnson

24:20 NFL News and Notes

They also dive into the status of star cornerback Jaylon Johnson—is he back? Plus, the guys hit the biggest NFL news and notes: who might have a shot at breaking Calvin Johnson’s legendary receiving record, the latest on Aldon Smith, and which rookies around the league still haven’t signed.

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Chicago Bears Fans - Must Love Traffic Jun 15, 2026

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down what the Chicago Bears’ potential move to a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana would mean for fans—focusing on the real-world logistics of getting to and from games.

0:00 Ben Johnson

4:30 Driving to/from Hammond

18:30 Russini Story

25:00 Bears QB Groups

29:00 Caleb Williams

The guys also dive into the evolving power structure at Halas Hall, where it’s becoming increasingly clear that head coach Ben Johnson is firmly in control of football operations. Plus, with The Athletic set to release its findings from the Dianna Russini investigation, they discuss whether the league is prepared for the fallout. And to wrap it up: which NFL team currently boasts the best quarterback room?

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