Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears

Hoge & Jahns are LIVE to break down the biggest question surrounding the 2026 season: just how dangerous can Ben Johnson’s offense become? The guys react to Ben Johnson’s latest comments on how he has evolved as a play caller and discuss the abundance of offensive weapons now surrounding Caleb Williams. Plus, are we overlooking Colston Loveland’s potential impact? Could the rookie tight end emerge as one of the most productive pass catchers on the team? Later, Hoge & Jahns discuss Jahns’ latest article revisiting the Bears’ 2023 draft class, including the development of Darnell Wright, Tyrique Stevenson, Gervon Dexter, Terell Smith and the different paths each player has taken. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hoge & Jahns are LIVE with FOX Chicago lead sports anchor Cassie Carlson to talk all things Bears, OTAs, and the latest developments surrounding the team's stadium search. Cassie joins the show to share her thoughts on Ben Johnson’s coaching style, what she’s watching at OTAs, and insights from her exclusive interviews with Caleb Williams and Colston Loveland. Plus, a few stories from around Chicago sports and behind the scenes. The guys also react to major NFL news, discuss the latest twists in the Bears stadium saga, and debate what the future could look like if the team ultimately leaves Chicago city limits. Later, during “Checking It Out” presented by Old National Bank, Hoge & Jahns dive deeper into the stadium conversation, including recent comments from ownership and examples of other NFL franchises thriving outside their namesake cities. All that and more on another LIVE edition of Hoge & Jahns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hoge & Jahns are LIVE to break down two major developing stories surrounding the Chicago Bears: the future of a new stadium and what’s next for Caleb Williams heading into the 2026 season. The guys are joined by Brenden Moore to discuss the latest on the Bears stadium project, the city’s final push, and the political battle involving Governor J. B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson. Later in the show, Hoge & Jahns react to comments from Bears quarterbacks coach JT Barrett on Caleb Williams’ growth, handling criticism, and improving his completion percentage entering Year 2 under Ben Johnson. Plus, the guys dive into the latest questions at nickel back, including concerns surrounding Kyler Gordon and what the Bears may do next defensively. All that and more on another LIVE edition of Hoge & Jahns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hoge & Jahns welcome David Kaplan — host of ESPN Chicago’s Kap & J. Hood and founder of REKAP — for a special crossover episode packed with Bears history, rivalry talk, and 2026 predictions. Kap takes us back through the roots of his long-running battle with Packers fans, reflects on the end of the Matt Eberflus era at ESPN Chicago, and shares his perspective on how Ben Johnson and the Bears’ front office have reshaped the organization. The conversation also explores the true crossover between REKAP and Hoge & Jahns — from Adam Hoge and Adam Jahns’ longtime history with Kap to Katie Langan’s role as both Kap’s social media manager and the producer of Hoge & Jahns — plus the story behind how REKAP was built. Plus, Kap gives his over/under predictions for Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze, Colston Loveland, and the Bears’ overall 2026 win total. A fun, wide-ranging episode filled with Bears insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of debate on another edition of Hoge & Jahns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hoge & Jahns are LIVE with their full breakdown of the Chicago Bears’ 2026 draft class after rookie minicamp. From first impressions to early takeaways, the guys share what stood out most as the newest Bears hit the field for the first time. We take a closer look at first-round safety Dillon Thieneman, his early chemistry in the secondary, and how he stacks up against previous Bears defensive first-round picks. Plus, reactions and observations on Logan Jones, Sam Roush, Zavion Thomas, Malik Muhammad, and the rest of Chicago’s rookie class as they begin settling into Ben Johnson and Dennis Allen’s system. What did rookie minicamp reveal about this class, and which players are already turning heads? Hoge & Jahns break it all down on another LIVE edition of the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hoge & Jahns are LIVE with Stacey Dales of NFL Network to talk all the latest Chicago Bears buzz following the 2026 NFL Draft. From rookie minicamp storylines to the Bears’ “intentional” draft approach, the guys break down what stands out most about this new class and what it means for Ben Johnson’s roster moving forward. Stacey joins the show to discuss several of the Bears’ newest additions — including Dillon Thieneman, Logan Jones, Sam Roush, and Malik Muhammad — along with the growing excitement surrounding Caleb Williams and the NFC North race. Plus, Hoge & Jahns share what they’re most eager to see at rookie minicamp, including one major trait they believe this roster is starting to prioritize: speed. All that, stadium talk, superchats, and more on a LIVE edition of Hoge & Jahns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.