Senior writer Larry Mayer chats with Jarrett Payton, the son of legendary Hall of Famer Walter Payton, about his father's impact, presenting his father for induction into the Hall of Fame and much more.

Senior writer Larry Mayer talks with former Bears defensive end Alex Brown about playing for Lovie Smith, the memorable 2006 comeback victory over the Arizona Cardinals and much more.

Senior writer Larry Mayer talks with former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long about his career in Chicago, the teammate that most inspired him and much more.

Senior writer Larry Mayer talks with former Bears long snapper Patrick Mannelly about his favorite moment from the 2006 Super Bowl season, Cole Kmet's performance as the emergency long snapper against the Jaguars in London and much more.

Senior writer Larry Mayer talks with former tight end Zach Miller about switching from quarterback to tight end, his time with the Bears, transitioning into a career in music and much more.

Senior writer Larry Mayer talks with former Bears receiver and current ESPN 1000 host Tom Waddle about playing for Mike Ditka, his transition to a media career, his favorite guests to have on his radio show and much more. 

Senior writer Larry Mayer talks with former Bears receiver Rashied Davis about his improbable and inspiring journey to the NFL.

Former Bears offensive lineman and current radio analyst Tom Thayer talks with Larry Mayer about how winning a contest as a 9-year-old shaped his career aspirations, playing more than 40 pro football games in 1985, being part of an iconic poster, dining with Frank Sinatra after a concert and how a Rolex watch he was nearly gifted still belongs to the father of a current Bears star.

In his season-opening mailbag, senior writer Larry Mayer discusses the win over the Titans, what impressed him most about Caleb Williams in his first NFL game, breaks down the new kickoff rules and much more.

In his season-opening mailbag, senior writer Larry Mayer discusses which position group he thinks will make the biggest jump this season, what players he's most excited to watch against the Titans and much more.

In the inaugural mailbag format of his Q&A with fans, senior writer Larry Mayer discusses the Bears' 2024 draft class, which players he thinks will make an immediate impact, the best drafts in franchise history and much more.