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Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast

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When it comes to Chicago Bears talk, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have been setting the agenda for decades. Now, they’re bringing that same unflinching insight — and Sunday-afternoon passion — to Forward Progress. From breaking down Bears game plans with analytical precision to unleashing the raw emotion every fan feels when the season’s on the line, Dan and Matt deliver the perfect balance of expertise and authenticity. It’s a show that lives and breathes the Bears, while never shying away from the bigger NFL picture. Whether you’re a diehard or just love the ride, Forward Progress is where Chicago’s football conversation starts.

Latest episodes

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Caleb Williams MVP conversation ended with four interceptions

Caleb Williams just had the kind of game that can end an MVP conversation in a single afternoon. After throwing four interceptions against Tampa Bay, Dan Bernstein and Ma

Nov 9
40 min

Chicago Bears beat Tampa Bay 27-24 / Caleb Williams throws 4 interceptions

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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola recap a wild finish at Soldier Field, where the Bears survived a chaotic performance to beat the Buccaneers 27-24 on a game-winning fiel

Nov 9
47 min

Patrick Mannelly joins the show to talk Chicago Bears football

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are joined by longtime friend, colleague, and former Chicago Bear Patrick Mannelly for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of th

Nov 6
42 min

Is help on the way for D'Andre Swift in Chicago Bears backfield?

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola preview the Bears' matchup against the Buccaneers, focusing on Chicago's growing need to get running back Kyle Monangai back in the line

Nov 5
41 min

After the Win in Seattle, What's Caleb Williams going to do Next?

After three straight wins and a statement performance in Seattle, Caleb Williams has the NFL world asking the obvious question: what comes next? Dan Bernstein and Matt Ab

Nov 4
44 min

Message sent: Chicago Bears Dominate Seahawks in Seattle

After a dominant road win in Seattle, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola explain why the Bears just sent a message to the rest of the NFL. From Ben Johnson's creative game

Nov 3
49 min

Caleb Williams and Jeffrey Simmons lead the Chicago Bears over Seattle 34-17 in dominating road win

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' statement-making 34-17 win over the Seahawks in Seattle. Newly acquired defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons made an i

Nov 3
55 min

Jeffrey Simmons makes Chicago Bears Debut on MNF against Seattle Seahawks

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola preview tonight’s Monday Night Football showdown between the Bears and Seahawks, breaking down the keys to the game and the matchups tha

Nov 2
47 min

Josh Jacobs' story doesn't hold up

Josh Jacobs turned a touchdown celebration into a mess of questions, and Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are not buying the explanation. Bernstein and Abbatacola break

Oct 30
1 h 04 min

Chicago Bears are all in after the Jeffrey Simmons TRADE

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly Thursday visit as they break down the Bears' acquisition of Jeffrey Simmons. Tho

Oct 29
44 min

Is Sam Roush ready for more?

With Cole Kmet out for the season, the Bears suddenly need more from rookie tight end Sam Roush. Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola examine what the first-year Stanford pr

Oct 28
38 min

Seahawks make BLOCKBUSTER trade ahead of Bears matchup

The Seahawks have added eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson ahead of Monday night’s matchup with the Bears, and the trade could have major implications across the NF

Oct 27
38 min

How do the Bears replace Cole Kmet?

With Cole Kmet sidelined, Dan Bernstein breaks down the Bears’ options at tight end, whether rookie Sam Roush is ready to step up, and why Chicago shouldn’t rush into a t

Oct 26
36 min

Caleb Williams & Chicago Bears take primetime thriller vs Patriots

The Chicago Bears take down the New England Patriots! Dan, Matt and Jason break down the Bears’ big win on Thursday Night Football and the performances that helped lead C

Oct 23
1 h 17 min

Forward Progress 2: Electric Boogaloo - Bears/Patriots Pregame Show

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola get you ready for Thursday Night Football as the Bears take on the Patriots. The guys share their bold predictions, break down the bigge

Oct 22
16 min

Chicago Bears / New England Patriots TNF Preview w/ Thor Nystrom

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola welcome Thor Nystrom of Sweating Sundays for his weekly Thursday appearance as they preview tonight's matchup between the Chicago Bears

Oct 22
41 min

What's fueling the Chicago Bears Top 10 Defense?

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the three biggest reasons the Bears defense has emerged as a top-10 unit through the first six games of the season. From pers

Oct 21
40 min

Is Kyler Gordon back in the Circle of Trust?

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola continue their preview of the Bears' Thursday night matchup with the Patriots, breaking down the latest estimated injury report and high

Oct 20
45 min

Chicago Bears WIN behind Caleb Williams and Kyler Gordon's return

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola are still enjoying the afterglow of the Bears' victory as Caleb Williams and Kyler Gordon made their highly anticipated returns and imme

Oct 19
46 min

Kyler Gordon RETURNS / Chicago Bears WIN 31-23

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Bears' 31-23 win over the Falcons, a game that was more lopsided than the final score suggests. Caleb Williams returned t

Oct 18
56 min

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What listeners say

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I’m a longtime Bernstein listener. I was really enjoying this show, but now with the added guest for the regular season it’s somehow even better. Thor Nykstrom is one of my favorites and I truly missed him after FFWeekly was gone. Dan and Matt are great together always and the added guest really seal the deal for me.

Scrum336609 · Sep 2026

In-depth and smart, but not too serious. Lots of fun to listen to and I’m learning a lot. Between this and DBU I’m really not missing terrestrial sports radio; this is everything I want concentrated down into the amount of time I have to listen instead of spread out over a 2-4 hour show.

Shishkaboss · Sep 2025

I love the balance of the football talk and the stupid bits like the top 10 Vikings! Excellent! Here for every pod fellas

Big_Stin · Sep 2025

This is by far the best Bears podcast/ Bears talk available. Thank goodness 312 hired Dan B. And Matt A. A must listen for Bear fans.

Peyton976 · Sep 2026

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