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  1. Ranking Chicago's Best Moments From The 2025 Season + Retiring Derrick Rose's Number | FULL SEASON BREAKDOWN

    Jan 26, 2026 · 1h 3m

    On today's episode of The Stretch, we get into a full recap of the best moments from the 2025 season. The best moments will be drafted in snake draft fashion and broken down. We are later joined by MikeyBets for a recap of "D-Rose Night" where Derrick Rose had the #1 retired by the Chicago Bulls, which leads us into a conversation of Chicago's teams banking off nostalgia. You can find every episo

  2. The Bears Season Is Over in Divisional Round, Was This The Most Fun Season of Our Lives? | 2025 Season Finale

    Jan 19, 2026 · 54 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Chicago Bears playoff loss and season finale to the Los Angeles Rams. We get into the strange place we find ourselves where as Bears fans we never thought we would come this far, and the pain of losing after coming this far. We then discuss where this season ranks in how fun it was to watch and how hopeful we are for the future ahead of us. SUPPORT T

  3. Breaking Down Chicago vs Los Angeles Divisional Round Match Up

    Jan 15, 2026 · 37 min

    Today we are bringing you a bonus episode of The Stretch, due to the first time in Barstool Chicago history that the Chicago Bears have won a playoff game. We get into some key match ups, the weather, and overall predictions for Bears vs Rams playoff game. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, vis

  4. BEARS DEFEAT GREEN BAY IN THE PLAYOFFS, THE RIVALRY HAS BEEN REVIVED | Wildcard Recap

    Jan 11, 2026 · 1h 2m

    On today's episode of The Stretch we are coming off of what we believe may be the best Bears win of our lifetime; in the Bears 18 comeback win over the Green Bay Packers in the Wildcard round of the playoffs. We breakdown the game, recap Eddie and Big Cat boots on the ground and more. The cardiac Bears fight to see another week. SUPPORT THE SHOW Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Go to https://ChevyDri

  5. Chicago Is BACK in the Playoffs & Preparing For Green Bay Rematch | Wildcard Preview

    Jan 5, 2026 · 35 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch we prepare for the first playoff game of the Ben Johnson era. The Bears will face off against their division rival the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the wild card playoffs. We get into our nerves and confidence about that upcoming game and more. SUPPORT THE SHOW: DraftKings - GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpli

  6. Chicago Loses Primetime Thriller in San Francisco & Chicago Reclaims The NFC North (Ft. Kyle Long) | Week 17 Recap

    Dec 29, 2025 · 1h 5m

    On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long. We recap the Bears 38-42 loss against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football. We get into how this loss is still a further reflection of what this team and coaching staff are capable of as a whole. We are later joined by White Sox Dave from Panama and talk some Bears playoff scenarios and more.

  7. Chicago Gets Revenge on Green Bay In Primetime + 11-4 Bears Playoff Scenario Breakdown | Week 16 Recap

    Dec 21, 2025 · 60 min

    On today's episode of The Street we recap the Chicago Bears epic 22-16 overtime win over the Green Bay Packers in primetime. We start by addressing how that game has left us in complete shock, and how this team has more fight in them than almost any Bears team we've seen in our lifetimes. We then take a look forward at the Bears next two games and the path opponents like Detroit, San Francisco and

  8. Chicago DOMINATES Cleveland 31-3 + Preparing For Biggest Three Game Stretch of The Season | WEEK 15 RECAP

    Dec 15, 2025 · 1h 1m

    On today's episode we react to the Chicago Bears dominant 31-3 victory over the Cleveland Browns. We then breakdown the Bears next upcoming three games of the Green Bay Packers, San Francisco 49ers, and the Detroit Lions. Plus, a deep look at what the playoff bracket and probabilities for many different playoff scenarios. We then get into the Chicago Bulls needing to tank, Connor Bedard's injury,

  9. Chicago Loses Heart Breaker to Rival Green Bay, These Are NOT The Same Old Bears | Week 14 Recap

    Dec 8, 2025 · 56 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the Bears heart breaking loss to the Green Bay Packers. We get into how although the loss may be devastating, this team has shown they are not the same as Chicago Bears teams of the past. We then get into how the Bears next match-up against the Cleveland browns is a must win, Notre Dame not making the College Football Playoffs and more. You can find e

  10. Chicago Defeats Philly in Primetime - Are Ben Johnson's 9-3 Bears Just Good? | Week 13 Recap

    Nov 29, 2025 · 54 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the Bears 24-15 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday. Totaling 281 yards rushing the Bears seemingly dominated the line of scrimmage, something Bears fans aren't used to. With the Bears 9-3 we ask ourselves: Regardless of expectation going into the season, are the current Chicago Bears just a playoff football team? We then look ahead to the

  11. Chicago Being 8-3 Is a Privilege + College Football Rivalry Weekend Preview (Ft. Mike Katic & Ohio's Tate)

    Nov 24, 2025 · 1h 28m

    On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 31-28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. We get into how Bears toughest part of the season is yet to come, but to how we have to enjoy the ride of winning 8 of last 9 games. We later are joined by Mike Katie and Ohio's Tate to talk some College Football rivalry week, and get a temperature check on Tate his nemesis Michigan coming up. Lat we get i

  12. Chicago Is FIRST in NFC North & Breaking Down the Bears Playoff Chances | Week 11 Recap

    Nov 17, 2025 · 57 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 19-17 win over the Minnesota Vikings, and get into how the Bears have taken the lead in the NFC North. With the Bears recording being 7-3 we begin to look at the path the Bears would need to take to make the playoffs, and even being 7-3 that path is not an easy one. Later we get into how the college football playoff is shaping up. We then get in

  13. Paul Bissonnette on Connor Bedard's Improvement & Blackhawks Season Predictions

    Nov 14, 2025 · 42 min

    On today's interview episode of The Stretch we are joined by NHL broadcaster and Barstool personality Paul Bissonnette. We get into how Biz's criticisms of Connor Bedard may have potentially lead to his dramatic improvement. We then get into his overall view of the 25-26 Blackhawks and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad

  14. Chicago Has Completed The Gateway 6-3 + Caleb Williams Has The Clutch Gene | Week 10 Recap

    Nov 10, 2025 · 1h 0m

    On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 24-20 win over the New York Giants bringing them to a record of 6-3, which is the gateway prophecy Big Cat had pitched week 3 before the Bears faed the Cowboys. We then look at the rest of the Bears schedule and determine what the Bears need to do if they are going to make the playoffs. We also get into some of Chicago's off season moves in the

  15. Bill Wennington On The 2025 Bulls Hot Start & Best Michael Jordan Memories

    Nov 7, 2025 · 42 min

    On today's interview episode we are joined by former Chicago Bulls Center and current Bulls radio host Bill Wennington. We get into how the Bulls have gotten off to a hot start in the 2025 season and ca they keep it up. We also get into some of his best memories of Michael Jordan, playing for the Bulls in the 90's and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or You

  16. Bears Survive Thriller In Cincinnati & Ben Johnson Has Completed The Gateway

    Nov 3, 2025 · 55 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 47-42 wild victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. We get into how Ben Johnson has clearly changed the culture of the Chicago Bears. and with the NFC being a gauntlet this team will still likely not make the playoffs. However the most important piece for the Bears success will be Ben Johnson getting control of the roster. We later get into some bul

  17. We are NOT Panicking About Caleb Williams + Is This Blackhawks Team Different? | Week 8 Recap

    Oct 28, 2025 · 1h 1m

    On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 30-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. We also have a conversation about how we are not going to panic about Caleb Williams until head coach Ben Johnson does. We then get into the Blackhawks starting the season strong and improving their culture, how the Cubs may be one arm away from a title and more. You can find every episode of this show on App

  18. Rex Grossman On Highest and Lowest Moments of Bears Career | Full Interview

    Oct 24, 2025 · 34 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined on The Spirit Of Chicago by Rex Grossman, former Quarterback of the Chicago Bears and was under center during the Bears Super Bowl run in 2006. We get into his career starting with being drafted in the first round to Chicago. We then get into the highest and lowest moments during his time in Chicago, being coached by Lovie Smith and more. You can fi

  19. Chicago Has Won 4 in a Row & Big Cat's Gateway Game Philosophy Is Playing Out

    Oct 20, 2025 · 56 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the Bears 4th win in a row over the New Orleans Saints. We then get into Big Cat's gateway game prophecy and how it is playing out in real time. We then preview the Bears upcoming game vs the Baltimore Ravens, the MLB Playoffs, College Football and more. SUPPORT THE SHOW Miller Lite - Miller Lite. The Official Beer Partner of Our Chicago Bears. Go to

  20. BEARS GAME WINNING FIELD GOAL OVER WASHINGTON IMMEDIATE REACTIONS | Week 6 Recap

    Oct 14, 2025 · 53 min

    On today's episode of The Stretch, we give our immediate reactions to the Bears 25-24 win over the Washington Commanders. We get into how the culture has changed, the blocking improving, how to the Bears can build on this win and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redl