# Did the NFL Just Help the Chicago Bears Compete?!

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Podcast: [Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/forward-progress-a-chicago-bears-podcast-7447342)
Published: 2026-05-15T18:00:00+00:00
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Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola break down the Chicago Bears’ 2026 schedule and ask the big question: 👉 Did the NFL quietly help the Bears… or is it just pure coincidence? 0:00 Bears Schedule 10:30 NFL Team Videos 16:40 Burden and Loveland 22:45 Marquee From bye-week timing to travel stretches and divisional matchups, Dan and Matt analyze whether the schedule sets up favorably for Chicago—or if it’s business as usual. Are there hidden advantages that could give the Bears a real edge this season? Plus, the guys react to some of the best (and worst) NFL schedule release videos across the league—because let’s be honest, the schedules aren’t the only thing teams are competing on anymore. And don’t miss a look at ESPN’s feature on Luther Burden and Colston Loveland, two exciting young playmakers generating serious buzz. What could they mean for the future of the NFL—and possibly the Bears’ competition? #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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