Seahawks’ Super Bowl Statement & What It Means for the Bears

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down Super Bowl LX, where the Seahawks controlled the action from start to finish in a 29-13 win over the Patriots. The two dissect how Seattle set the tone early, the moments that swung the game, and what ultimately separated the champs on the biggest stage. From there, the spotlight shifts to the Bearas. What lessons can they learn from the way the Seahawks are built? Clay and Ruthie examine roster construction, culture, and whether a dominant defense is still the formula for a title. They discuss if the Bears need to chase a marquee defensive addition or if the pieces already in place are closer than people think, while outlining potential offseason paths that could push Chicago toward contender status.

Clay Harbor is joined by CHSN host Gabe Ramirez to kick things off with a look ahead to Super Bowl LX, as the pair also make their game picks. From there, the conversation shifts to the NFL coaching carousel, including the Bears’ search for a new offensive coordinator after losing Declan Doyle to the Ravens and the Giants hiring former Bears head coach Matt Nagy. The focus then turns squarely to Chicago, as Clay lays out three bold moves the Bears could make this offseason and the duo dives into draft strategy discussions. They also look ahead to what the future may hold for tight end Cole Kmet and how his situation factors into the Bears’ long-term plans.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor kick off the episode with the Super Bowl matchup officially set, breaking down New England Patriots vs. Seattle Seahawks and the major storylines already taking shape ahead of the championship. The conversation then shifts into “What’s Trending” around the league, reacting to a busy NFL coaching carousel that includes Mike McCarthy landing in Pittsburgh, Brian Daboll heading to Tennessee, and Joe Brady taking over in Buffalo. From there, the duo zeros in on Bears-related news, including Chicago Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham interviewing with the Atlanta Falcons for their general manager opening. They also touch on the Denver Broncos moving on from offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi, highlight Austin Booker being named an "Unsung Hero" by NFL Network, and wrap up with Pro Bowl additions, including the Bears’ Nahshon Wright.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor have you covered on the roller-coaster finish between the Bears and Rams, starting with Caleb Williams delivering a clutch strike to Cole Kmet to force overtime. In the extra session, however, a costly miscue swings the outcome and sets up the Rams’ victory. They then zoom out to the bigger picture, including a “Wired In” look at Williams’ performance, Ben Johnson’s bold offensive line shuffle that held up under pressure, and a Bears defense that stood tall against a potent Rams attack. The episode wraps with a wide-ranging “What’s Trending” segment, touching on coaching carousel buzz and a quick spin around the league as conference championship storylines come into focus.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor get you ready for the Divisional Round as the Bears prepare to host the Rams, starting with a look at how Chicago’s winter weather could shape the game plan and impact both teams on Sunday. From there, Ruthie and Clay dig into what Chicago must do to put itself in position to advance, highlighting the critical factors that could swing the game and where the Bears can create an edge. As kickoff nears, the episode closes with final thoughts and predictions, with Ruthie and Clay locking in their picks for a playoff clash that feels primed for drama.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor react to a statement-making Wild Card win as the Bears take down the Packers, adding another dramatic chapter to the rivalry. They walk through how the night unfolded, hand out game balls to the biggest contributors, and begin shifting the focus toward a Divisional Round matchup against the LA Rams. The episode also features a "Wired In" look at Caleb Williams and his seventh comeback of the season, spotlighting the poise and resilience that continue to define his year. Plus, Ruthie and Clay hit the latest trending storylines, including Bears injury updates, Kyle Gordon’s return, and the postgame moment shared between Ben Johnson and Matt LaFleur as the Bears' playoff run moves forward.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor set the stage for a high-stakes Wild Card showdown as the Bears get ready to face the Packers, breaking down how this rivalry has intensified heading into the postseason. They react to pointed comments from Green Bay’s locker room, while also discussing defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley’s confidence. With the stage set, Ruthie and Clay zero in on the Bears’ keys to victory, breaking down exactly what needs to go right on both sides of the ball for Chicago to keep its playoff run alive. The episode wraps up with final predictions and game picks as kickoff approaches and postseason tension continues to build.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor recap the Bears’ regular-season finale loss to the Lions, unpacking the biggest moments and evaluating how the performance sets the tone heading into the playoffs. They spotlight Colson Loveland’s impact in the loss, assess the main lessons from the game, and identify encouraging signs to take away despite the disappointing result in Ruthie's "Silver Linings" segment. Later, the focus turns to a Bears-Packers Wild Card preview, breaking down the key storylines in a postseason meeting between longtime rivals. The guys then get “Wired In” with a closer look at Caleb Williams’ season, including his near-4,000-yard campaign and a new Bears single-season passing mark, before wrapping up with what’s trending across the NFL as the coaching turnover begins.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down the Bears’ back-and-forth loss to the 49ers, starting with a pick-six that set the tone and a scoring frenzy that saw the game tied five different times. They dive into the biggest takeaways from the performance, including defensive struggles, an offense that found its rhythm in San Francisco, and why the Bears ultimately couldn’t complete the comeback. The duo also hands out game balls and highlights the impact of rookies stepping up despite the loss. From there, the focus shifts to what still lies ahead. Ruthie and Clay take a closer look at the NFC playoff picture, how the Bears can secure the No. 2 seed, and what a potential first-round matchup with the Packers could mean. They also preview the season finale against the Lions, discuss how Ben Johnson may approach the final week, and wrap up with a “Wired In” segment and thoughts on what this performance signals going forward.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor break down the Bears’ overtime thriller against the Packers, highlighting a wild comeback that reshapes the NFC playoff picture. They dive into the biggest takeaways from the win, what it says about the team’s resilience, and hand out game balls after one of the most dramatic performances of the season. The conversation then widens to the full NFC playoff landscape before getting “Wired In” with a deep dive on Caleb Williams’ performance and his growing path toward a 4,000-yard season. Clay also makes the case for Ben Johnson as Coach of the Year, and the show wraps up by looking ahead to a primetime Sunday night matchup against the 49ers and what it could mean moving forward.