Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast

Do the Chicago Bears need another QB?

Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast

Show Notes

Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola take stock of a suddenly thin Bears quarterback room. With Caleb Williams likely sidelined and Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol, should Chicago add another quarterback to back up Case Keenum if he's forced to start on Monday Night Football?

0:00 Bears quarterback situation - is one more needed? 4:00 How did the officials miss three blantant penalties in Bears game? 17:00 The best backup QBs in the NFL 21:30 Bears outlook for the season with Caleb hurt - CBS Sports 26:00 Concerning trend for Colston Loveland - something to watch 38:00 Bears roster moves after week 2

The guys also revisit the Bears' loss to the Vikings and try to figure out how officials missed three potential penalties, including two hits on the quarterback while he was still in possession of the football. Plus, they examine some early and mildly concerning trends surrounding rookie tight end Colston Loveland. It's far too early to panic, but there are a few developments worth monitoring as the season progresses.

Later, Dan and Matt react to ESPN's ranking of the NFL's best backup quarterbacks. They also wrap up with a roster update as the Bears waive Beau Gardner, re-sign long snapper Scott Daly, and bring Nick McCloud back to the practice squad.

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