Spiegel & Holmes Show

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to the news that Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will be a full participant in practice this week as he recovers from a hamstring injury. After that, they discussed Bears defensive end Montez Sweat's future with the organization after he was suspended two games for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances.

In the 2nd hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Matt Spiegel 'turn the page' to week 6 of the NFL season including Bears vs. Falcons.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes break down the numbers and context surrounding Bears tight end Colston Loveland's lack of usage through the first five games of the season.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes looked ahead to the Bears-Falcons game Sunday and Week 6 in the NFC North.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Bears defensive end Montez Sweat's future with the organization after he was suspended two games for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the news that Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will be a full participant in practice this week as he recovers from a hamstring injury.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reflected on the Bears' 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday and discussed Chicago's uncertain quarterback situation. They also broke down how the Cleveland Guardians have talked a lot of trash to the White Sox on social media since beating them in the American League Division Series.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to break down the Bears' 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday. After that, Spiegel and Holmes reacted to the Guardians trolling the White Sox on social media after defeating them in the American League Division Series.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears fans feel about head coach Ben Johnson after the team was humbled in a 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday. After that, former Saturday Night Live writer Robert Smigel joined the show to reflect on the legacy of Bears icon Mike Ditka. Smigel was the co-creator of the legendary “Superfans” sketch that highlighted Chicago fans’ reverence for Ditka and the 1985 Bears.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on former Saturday Night Live writer Robert Smigel to reflect on the legacy of Bears icon Mike Ditka. Smigel was the co-creator of the legendary “Superfans” sketch that highlighted Chicago fans’ reverence for Ditka and the 1985 Bears.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears fans feel about head coach Ben Johnson after the team was humbled in a 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels flubbing an opportunity to beat the Giants on Sunday, then refusing to take accountability after the game.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Guardians trolling the White Sox on social media after defeating them in the American League Division Series.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes explained why they aren't enjoying the National League Championship Series or the American League Championship Series. After that, they amplified the advice that Bears right guard Jonah Jackson shared with fans in the aftermath of the team's ugly loss to the Packers on Sunday.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Hall of Fame quarterback and Westwood One analyst Kurt Warner to break down what went wrong for the Bears in their 31-7 loss to the Packers in Week 5 at Lambeau Field. After that, Spiegel and Holmes reacted to the breaking news that the NFL has suspended Bears defensive end Montez Sweat has been suspended for two games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Sweat will miss the Bears' upcoming games against the Falcons and Patriots.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by ESPN analyst Matt Bowen to break down the Bears' 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to Wizards center Anthony Davis getting into a back-and-forth on social media with Bears receiver Luther Burden III.

Laurence & Spiegs react to the Breaking news that Bears edge rusher has been suspended 2 games for violating the leagues substance abuse poliicy.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Hall of Fame quarterback and Westwood One analyst Kurt Warner to break down what went wrong for the Bears in their 31-7 loss to the Packers in Week 5 at Lambeau Field.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes amplified the advice that Bears right guard Jonah Jackson shared with fans in the aftermath of the team's ugly loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes explained why they aren't enjoying the National League Championship Series or the American League Championship Series.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes lamented just how poorly the Bears played in their 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday, then discussed quarterback Tyson Bagent’s horrific performance. It’s time for the Bagent experiment to be done. They also dissected Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s postgame demeanor, with Spiegel believing he has been humbled after his notable trash talk of the Packers during the 2025 season. Later, the guys welcomed on Bears right guard Jonah Jackson to break down the loss. Jackson cheered them up a bit as he assessed the game, as he vowed the Bears will bounce back quickly.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Bears' embarrassing 31-7 loss to the rival Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field. They also welcomed on Bears right guard Jonah Jackson to break down the team's performance.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to break down the Bears' 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday. After that, Spiegel and Holmes lamented how the White Sox let Guardians star Jose Ramirez beat them Saturday in Game 5 of the American League Division Series and how the Bears let Packers receiver Christian Watson get the best of them Sunday.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Bears right guard Jonah Jackson to break down the team's frustrating 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday. Despite the ugly setback, Jackson implored the Bears and fans alike to keep their heads up as he vowed the team will bounce back quickly. After that, Spiegel and Holmes listened and reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s media session Monday as he reflected on the team’s poor performance Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by good friend "Heavenly Doug Buffone."

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s media session Monday as he reflected on the team’s poor performance in its 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Bears right guard Jonah Jackson to break down the team's frustrating 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday. Despite the ugly setback, Jackson implored the Bears and fans alike to keep their heads up as he vowed the team will bounce back quickly.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bears quarterback Case Keenum share good advice for fellow quarterback Tyson Bagent after his rough performance in the team's loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes lamented how the White Sox let Guardians star Jose Ramirez beat them Saturday in Game 5 of the American League Division Series and how the Bears let Packers receiver Christian Watson get the best of them Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to break down the Bears' 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by sharing their initial reactions to the Bears' 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday. After that, they discussed Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent's ugly performance, as he went 12-of-21 for 87 yards and two interceptions before being benched in the fourth quarter.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears head coach Ben Johnson and Packers head coach Matt LaFleur operated Sunday as Green Bay rolled to a 31-7 win at Lambeau Field. After that, the guys discussed Johnson's demeanor after his team's embarrassing loss Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Bears head coach Ben Johnson's demeanor after his team's ugly 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears head coach Ben Johnson and Packers head coach Matt LaFleur operated Sunday as Green Bay rolled to a 31-7 win at Lambeau Field.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent's ugly performance in Chicago's 31-7 loss at Green Bay on Sunday. Bagent went 12-of-21 for 87 yards and two interceptions before being benched in the fourth quarter.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared their initial reactions to the Bears' 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

Zach Zaidman, Olin Kreutz and Patrick Mannelly reacted to the Bears' ugly 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field. The Packers torched the Bears with a series of big plays in the passing game, and Chicago committed five turnovers while dropping to 3-2.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Haugh & Payton Show to preview the Bears-Packers game Sunday at Lambeau Field; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and his players have had different tones when discussing the Bears this week; and David Haugh and Jarrett Payton shared their predictions for the Bears-Packers game.

Bears legendary Mike Ditka recently passed away at 86 years old. Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote reacted to that breaking news by reflecting on Ditka's life and legacy, which included leading the 1985 Bears to the franchise's lone Super Bowl title. Rahimi and Grote were also joined by former Bears center Jay Hilgenberg to share his favorite memories of Ditka. Also in this episode, Matt Spiegel and Gabe Ramirez welcomed on veteran football writer Dan Pompei of The Athletic to explain how Ditka personified toughness throughout his life.

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