Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears

Bears Roster Rankings: Rating Positions of Strength from Best to Worst | Hoge & Jahns

Aug 31, 2026 · 1h 6m

Summary

Hoge and Jahns analyze the Chicago Bears' final 53-man roster, highlighting significant turnover under new coaches Ben Johnson and Dennis Allen. They rank position groups from worst to best, praising the tight ends and quarterback room while expressing concern over cornerback depth and running back injuries. The hosts also discuss roster moves, including Kobe Bryant’s IR placement and the retention of undrafted free agents like Jamry Cropper.

Topics discussed

Intro, sponsor, and preview of roster discussion Analysis of roster turnover under Ben Johnson Review of 20 key roster decisions and expiring contracts Kobe Bryant injury timeline and IR designation Practice squad rules and waiver priority implications Transition to positional rankings: Best to Worst Rank #1: Tight Ends and the QB room dynamics Rank #2: Wide Receivers depth and potential Rank #3: Offensive Line experience and Logan Jones Rank #4: Running Backs and injury concerns Rank #5: Special Teams and dynamic returners Rank #6: Linebackers speed and Devin Bush Rank #7: Cornerbacks and Tyreek Stevenson's health Rank #8: Defensive Line depth and Montez Sweat Rank #9: Safety uncertainty and Dylan Moore Super Chats: GM/Coach partnership and team vision Upcoming live taping and schedule changes
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