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Bears Stadium | Gabriel Talks Football

The Chicago Bears' new stadium plans in Illinois got sacked again by Illinois legislators. The Bears argue their vision extends far beyond football. With a proposed domed stadium, hotels, restaurants, retail, offices, and year-round events, supporters see a transformational economic development opportunity.
 
Critics see a risky public investment and question whether projected benefits will ever materialize. Greg Gabriel & Aldo Gandia examine the numbers, the politics, the infrastructure debate, and how other NFL stadium projects around the country have been financed. Also on this episode: 🏈 OTA Takeaways
Kyler Gordon needs to heal
Rome Odunze's new normal
Bears run game

Bardown Talking Football | Stanley Cup Finals

Some of the finest Stanley Cup Playoffs talk you'll find in the podcast world

Does Zavion Thomas Have Some Hester In Him? | Gabriel Talks Football

This week on GTF, we’re kicking things off with a fascinating Bears comparison: Did Ryan Poles just draft the closest thing we’ve seen to Devin Hester since... Devin Hester?
Zavion Thomas and the Hall of Famer share some eye-opening physical similarities, from size to speed, and we dig into whether the rookie has any real shot at making that kind of impact in Chicago.
Also on this episode:
🏈 Special Teams Scouting Session Which under-the-radar players could carve out roster spots by becoming core special teams contributors?
👀 OTA Watchlist What should Bears fans be watching for as OTAs ramp up later this week?
📊 The Caleb Completion Percentage Myth Is the “Caleb isn’t accurate” narrative complete nonsense? We break down why raw completion percentage without context tells a wildly misleading story.
Smart football. Healthy Bears obsession.

Bear Their Soulz | Bears Schedule, Stadium, Schlitz, & More

NSFWImagine three guys gathering every Wednesday night to talk Chicago Bears in a neighborhood tavern setting. Then a fourth comes in to join the conversation and spark discussion about Chicago food. 
That's the essence of BEAR THEIR SOULZ. 
Bonus this week, a parody song about the closing down of Schlitz beer.

Somebody Big Just Died

Sam Sianis, the legendary owner of the Billy Goat Tavern, is dead at 91 years old. Mike North is here to deliver his eulogy. Co-host/Producer: Joe MandelBrought to you by Cumberland Chapels and Pennyville Station restaurant. Visit: https://www.cumberlandchapels.com/ Visit: https://www.pennyvillestation.com/

Caleb Williams 2026 Expectations | Gabriel Talks Football

On this episode of Gabriel Talks Football, Greg Gabriel & Aldo Gandia dive into some of the biggest Chicago Bears storylines as OTAs heat up. 🔥 Topics: 🚀 What does a true Year 2 leap look like for Caleb Williams under Ben Johnson? 👐 Could Colston Loveland actually lead the Bears in receptions? Recent NFL history says it’s not as crazy as it sounds... ⚔️ Jedrick Wills vs. Braxton Jones – who gives the Bears the best answer at left tackle? 🏈 OTA expectations: what matters, what doesn’t, and what we’ll be watching closely.

Bears Schedule A Nod To Their 2025 Success | Gabriel Talks Football

The NFL schedule is out, and that means it’s time for a full, no-nonsense breakdown on Gabriel Talks Football. Longtime NFL personnel executive Greg Gabriel joins Aldo Gandia for a complete team-by-team analysis of the Chicago Bears’ 2026 schedule, examining every opponent, every challenge, and every opportunity.

Bears Defense |Gabriel Talks Football

The Chicago Bears defense has talent. So why are there still so many questions? On this episode of *Gabriel Talks Football**, longtime NFL personnel executive Greg Gabriel joins  Aldo Gandia for a hard look at the Bears defensive roster.

Bears Stadium, Rumors, Schedule | Bear Their Soulz

TOPICS: 🏟️ Stadium Update🐻 Bears trade rumors 💥 Is pass rush help coming? 📝 Diving deep into #bears UDFAs 🧀 NFC North draft picks: who nailed it and who drafted with oven mitts? 📅 A brutal schedule ahead for the Bears 👴 The Packers’ “new” QB already remembers dial-up internet 🥖 A tribute to Chicago’s legendary Italian Beef sandwich Football. Pop culture. Tavern energy. Controlled chaos. #ChicagoBears #DaBears #NFL #BearTheirSoulz #ChicagoSports #NFLDraft #Bears

NHL Draft Lottery & Playoffs | Bardown Talking Hockey

The Toronto Maple Leafs won the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery and have the right to choose first in the 2026 NHL Draft this Summer. The San Jose Sharks also won a lottery spot moving up from 9th to 2nd overall. What does this mean for each franchise and what players will they target?