9/11 5 PM: Waddle's 2 Most Important Bears

Waddle & Silvy continue their live Bears Football Friday broadcast from Burning Bush Brewery, revealing Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams as Nos. 2 and 1 on Waddle’s list of the Bears’ most important players. They debate the Bears’ season outlook, Caleb’s statistical projections, Colston Loveland’s touchdown potential, the defense’s expected performance, and the return timelines for Ozzy Trapilo and Kyler Gordon. Jeff Meller previews the White Sox’s crucial stretch run, discusses Munetaka Murakami and Colson Montgomery, and shares his prediction for the AL Central race before the hosts make their Bears game predictions.

Waddle & Silvy broadcast live from Burning Bush Brewery for Bears Football Friday, breaking down the latest news ahead of Chicago’s season opener against Carolina. They discuss DeAndre Swift’s contract extension, Rome Odunze’s calf injury, Cole Kmet’s emotional letter to Bears fans, and the ongoing Kyler Gordon situation. The show also features Like It, Love It, and What to Watch For, including 9/11 documentaries, new television recommendations, and Coyote vs. ACME.

Waddle & Silvy broadcast live from Burning Bush Brewery for Bears Football Friday, previewing Chicago’s season opener against Carolina with Bears Super Bowl Champion Tom Thayer. Thayer breaks down the heat, Carolina’s 3-4 defense, the offensive-line matchup, D'Andre Swift’s new contract, and the players he expects to make an impact. The show also honors Bears legend Matt Suhey, revisits Waddle’s first NFL start, and features another round of Florida or Ohio.

Waddle & Silvy kick off the first Bears Football Friday of the 2026 season live from Burning Bush Brewery, previewing Sunday’s opener against Carolina and explaining why they expect Chicago to win and cover. They discuss Colston Loveland’s potential impact, the injury situations involving Rome Odunze, Tyson Bagent, Xavier Woods, and Ozzy Trapilo, and concerns about the Bears’ left tackle position. The show also features breaking news of DeAndre Swift’s three-year extension, Ben Johnson’s offensive track record, fan calls, and Silvy's apology for leaving his socks in the ESPN Chicago studio.

Waddle and Sivly are joined by voice of the Bears Jeff Joniak to preview Bears and Panthers. Then, they get some Australia trivia in Aki's A-List before they update their Chicago baseball power rankings.

Waddle and Silvy get some anger off their chest in Quick Bitch. Then, they run through Waddle's World before reminiscing in Tales From the Stylist's Chair.

Waddle and Silvy continue their Craig Counsell conversation before Waddle unveils his third most important Bear. Then, Courtney Cronin joins to discuss what to watch for in Bears-Panthers.

Waddle & Silvy react to the Cubs’ frustrating sweep by the Brewers, debate Craig Counsell’s reliance on analytics, and question whether Milwaukee’s pitching development system has exposed a larger organizational problem on the North Side. They also discuss the White Sox’s loss, Michael Massey’s aggressive slide, and the opening night of the NFL season, including Drake Maye’s disastrous performance and the growing debate between Maye and Caleb Williams. Plus, the latest Bears injury updates on Rome Odunze, Ozzy Trapilo, and Tyson Bagent.

Waddle & Silvy break down the Cubs’ devastating bullpen collapse against the Brewers with Jesse Rogers, who explains why Jacob Webb has struggled, whether the front office deserves blame, and how Milwaukee’s culture and player development continue to separate the teams. They also discuss Munetaka Murakami’s slump and the White Sox’s chances of holding onto first place. Tyler Aki makes his NFL playoff and Super Bowl predictions, while Waddle reveals Garrett Bradbury as No. 4 on his list of the Bears’ most important players.

Waddle & Silvy open with the start of football season, breaking down the Bears’ injury report, Tyson Bagent’s back issue, Rome Odunze’s absence, and the excitement surrounding the team’s young talent. They take calls on Colston Loveland, rookie defensive tackle Alex Vandenberg, Munetaka Murakami’s swing, and the ongoing Kyler Gordon situation. The show also features the annual NFL wins pool, as Waddle, Silvy, Charlie, and Tyler draft their teams and debate which clubs will pile up the most victories. Plus, Eddie Olczyk discusses the Cubs, Patrick Kane’s return to Chicago, cancer awareness, and the loss of Bears legend Matt Suhey.