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Podcast: Chicago Bears test themselves in joint practice against Bengals

Aug 20, 2026 · 1h 1m

Summary

Michael Dwojak and Joe Aguilar review the Bears' joint practice with the Bengals, highlighting Caleb Williams' red zone success but noting struggles in situational drills. They discuss the offensive line's pressure from Dexter Lawrence and conclude that Braxton Jones is the likely left tackle starter. The hosts also analyze the defense's performance against Joe Burrow and debate roster spots for wide receivers.

Topics discussed

Intro: Joint practice recap and no injuries Caleb Williams' performance and red zone success Offensive line struggles and left tackle competition Wide receiver depth chart and roster cuts Defensive performance against Bengals offense Secondary rotations and Malik Muhammad's return Xavier Thomas' role as returner and receiver Injury updates and closing thoughts
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