Hosts Ryan O'Leary and Alyssa Barbieri discuss the big Montez Sweat extension and what it could mean down the road for a player like Jaylon Johnson. Other topics include the mixed signals around Justin Fields’ possible return, and why the Bears falling short in a winnable game in New Orleans is a poor reflection on the team’s coaching . The second segment looks ahead to the Thursday Night Football matchup with the Panthers with predictions. Will the Bears help their own cause in the 2024 NFL draft by handing Carolina another loss?

<p>Hosts Ryan O'Leary and Alyssa Barbieri discuss the big Montez Sweat extension and what it could mean down the road for a player like Jaylon Johnson. Other topics include the mixed signals around Justin Fields’ possible return, and why the Bears falling short in a winnable game in New Orleans is a poor reflection on the team’s coaching . The second segment looks ahead to the Thursday Night Football matchup with the Panthers with predictions. Will the Bears help their own cause in the 2024 NFL draft by handing Carolina another loss?</p>

Bears Wire managing editor Alyssa Barbieri brings you up to date on all things Chicago Bears, as part of the USA Today Sports Podcast Network.

<p>Bears Wire managing editor Alyssa Barbieri brings you up to date on all things Chicago Bears, as part of the USA Today Sports Podcast Network.</p>

The Bears Wire Podcast

Bears Wire managing editor Bryan Perez brings you up to date on all things Chicago Bears, as part of the USA Today Sports Podcast Network.

What to love (and hate) about the Montez Sweat trade and contract extension with Bears