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Carmen and Jurko

Carmen and Jurko

ESPN Chicago 250 episodes Nov 10, 2026

Carmen and Jurko is a weekday sports talk show hosted by ten-year NFL veteran John "Jurko" Jurkovic and Carmen DeFalco. The program features an entertaining roundtable discussion focused on Chicago sports and broader sports headlines. It blends insider analysis, strong opinions, and humor from two experienced local sports-media personalities.

Episodes

11/10 11AM: Thayer on Caleb & Bears' Trade Deadline
11/10 11AM: Thayer on Caleb & Bears' Trade Deadline Nov 10, 2026 43:36 Former Bears offensive lineman Tom Thayer joins Carmen and Jurko to break down Chicago's strange win over the Buccaneers, Caleb Williams' interceptions and the costly penalties that nearly derailed the Bears. Thayer explains how Kyle Monangai's return could help revive the struggling running game and weighs in on Tampa Bay's complaints about Jeffery Simmons' play in the trenches. With the NFL trad
11/10 10AM: Bears Run-Game Reset & Vikings QB Panic
11/10 10AM: Bears Run-Game Reset & Vikings QB Panic Nov 10, 2026 43:52 Carmen and Jurko react to reports that the Vikings are desperately searching for a quarterback ahead of the NFL trade deadline after Carson Wentz posts an embarrassing 8.9 passer rating. The guys examine how the Bears transformed their rushing attack following last season's bye week and debate whether Ben Johnson can repeat that success despite injuries to Kyle Monangai and Cole Kmet. Callers weig
11/10 9AM: Bears' Trade Options & Vikings QB Disaster
11/10 9AM: Bears' Trade Options & Vikings QB Disaster Nov 10, 2026 45:38 Carmen and Jurko react to the Vikings' embarrassing Monday Night Football loss to the Bills and talk whether Minnesota must trade for a quarterback after Carson Wentz's disastrous performance. With the NFL trade deadline approaching, the guys discuss Jacksonville's aggressive moves and whether the Bears should pursue cornerbacks Nahshon Wright or Riq Woolen without sacrificing more valuable draft
11/9 11AM: Ben Johnson with Jeff Joniak
11/9 11AM: Ben Johnson with Jeff Joniak Nov 9, 2026 44:04 Jeff Joniak sits down with Ben Johnson for this week's edition of the exclusive coaches show on Carmen and Jurko. Just how impressive has the 3rd down defense been? Plus, Jurko correctly predicted what the Bears needed to do to win in his Keys to the Game!
11/9 10AM: A Win is a Win!
11/9 10AM: A Win is a Win! Nov 9, 2026 44:33 Carmen and Jurko break down the BEars' 27-24 victory over the Bucs on SNF.. Did the D-Line show up enough? Plus, Jurko breaks down two officiating decisions in the Notre Dame/Miami and Texas/Missouri game that could have been different.
11/9 9AM: Bears Victory Monday!
11/9 9AM: Bears Victory Monday! Nov 9, 2026 46:14 Carmen and Jurko recap the Bears narrow victory over the Bucs 27-24 on SNF. Any worry about Caleb after a 4 INT game?
11/6 11AM: Ben Johnson LIVE Press Conference
11/6 11AM: Ben Johnson LIVE Press Conference Nov 6, 2026 44:11 Todd Furman joins with his Bears vs Bucs bets along with looking around the league in the NFL! Plus, Carmen and Jurko listen to Is now allowing football at Thanksgiving cause for not going to the Thanksgiving dinner at all? Ben Johnson meets the media LIVE, and the guys give their predictions for Bears vs Bucs.
11/6 10AM: Jason McKie
11/6 10AM: Jason McKie Nov 6, 2026 43:57 Former Bears fullback Jason McKie joins Carmen and Jurko to talk about the Bears upcoming matchup vs the Bucs at home on SNF. Then, Jurko does his keys to the game for a Bears victory, The Brunch Rush, and Mike North joins to give his bonus bets of the weekend.
11/6 9AM: Are You Fully Bought in on Bears Hype?
11/6 9AM: Are You Fully Bought in on Bears Hype? Nov 6, 2026 45:58 Carmen recaps his charity event & him and Jurko talk about how the city can't believe the Bears are this good. This town buzzes over the Bears like no other team and that's a fact despite outside opinions! Plus, the guys take Bears calls. Is this run from Caleb, Ben & co. sustainable for the long term future? Malik Muhammed audio on Jaylon Johnson. Fair or foul? Carmen and Jurko get disrespected o
11/5 11AM: Caleb & Ben Audio + Courtney Cronin
11/5 11AM: Caleb & Ben Audio + Courtney Cronin Nov 5, 2026 42:24 Carmen and Jurko listen to Caleb Williams press conference audio and talk about Jaylon Johnson's cryptic posts. They take calls on nonsense like Bears tattoos and food choices. Plus, they listen to Ben Johnson audio from interview with Jeff Joniak. Courtney Cronin joins the show to give updates on the Bears injury report and talk all things Bears. The Bulls are SO BAD! So much for the anti-tanking
11/5 10AM: Jeff Joniak & The Brunch Rush
11/5 10AM: Jeff Joniak & The Brunch Rush Nov 5, 2026 43:20 Jeff Joniak joins the guys to talk about Caleb Williams, Simmons, and previews the upcoming SNF game at Soldier Field vs the Bucs. Joniak explains why he ISN'T worried about the Bears on Sunday night. Then, Paulie Cheesecake calls in with his picks, and Jack does the Brunch Rush with the guys.
11/5 9AM: Brian Urlacher
11/5 9AM: Brian Urlacher Nov 5, 2026 46:02 Carmen makes a big statement about Caleb and why he is HIM. The guys discuss the biggest position strength on the Bears. Jurko's philosophy on why Bears DON'T have a trap game against the Bucs on SNF and why he is confident going into the game. Then, Chicago Bears Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher joins the show to talk about this years Bears team and why Caleb Williams is a LEGIT. Plus, the Blackhawks

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