Lunch With Larry

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.

Senior writer Larry Mayer recaps the win over the Cardinals, explains what rookie has impressed him most this season, looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Falcons and more in his weekly fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses Sunday's game in Cleveland, his team MVP through 14 games and more during his weekly in-season fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer recaps the Bears' exciting win over the Lions, discusses the defense's across-the-board improvement and looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Browns in Cleveland during his weekly fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer looks ahead to Sunday's game against the Lions, names his favorite holiday movie and much more during his weekly fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer recaps Monday night's win over the Vikings, what stood out most in the victory, who he would give his game balls to and more in his weekly fan Q&A.

Former star running back Matt Forte joined senior writer Larry Mayer for this week's fan Q&A to discuss the most memorable moment of his career, what he misses most about playing for the Bears and much more.

Senior writer Larry Mayer recaps Thursday's victory over the Panthers and looks ahead toward Sunday's NFC North battle with the Lions during his weekly fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer reflects on the positives from last week's game in New Orleans, looks ahead to Thursday night's battle with the Panthers and more during his weekly fan Q&A.

Happy Halloween, Bears fans! Senior writer (Scary) Larry Mayer reveals his favorite Halloween candy and song, looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Saints in New Orleans and more during his weeky fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer recaps the Bears' impressive victory over the Raiders, breaks down why the defense has allowed less than 50 points over the last three games and discusses what the defense needs to slow down Justin Herbert and the Chargers offense Sunday night during his weekly in-season fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses Sunday's game vs. the Vikings, his favorite players he's covered and previews next week's game against the Raiders during his weekly fan Q&A.

WWE superstar Seth Rollins joined senior writer Larry Mayer for this week's fan Q&A to discuss his roots as a Bears fan, which Bears legend he would partner with in a tag team match, his keys to a victory over the Vikings Sunday and much more.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses the offense's strong performance against the Broncos and looks ahead to Thursday's road game against the Commanders in his weekly fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses last week's game against the Chiefs and looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Broncos at Soldier Field during his weekly fan Q&A.

Senior writer Larry Mayer gives his reasons for optimism moving forward, discusses which former Bears should be next to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame and looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs in his weekly in-season Q&A with fans.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses the season opener vs. the Packers and looks ahead to Sunday's road game in Tampa during his weekly in-season Q&A with fans.

Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren answers fan questions to kick off the 2023 season.

Senior writer Larry Mayer breaks down the Bears' 2023 draft, gives his most underrated player among the rookie class, discusses which free-agent signings he's most excited about and more in his post-draft Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses what he'll be paying closest attention to during Sunday's season finale, says which players he feels have made the most progress since Week 1 and gives his reasons for optimism in 2023 and beyond in his final fan Q&A of the season.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer explains why it's a good idea for Justin Fields to play in the final two games of the season, which undrafted rookies have earned a chance to compete for starting jobs in 2023 and more in his weekly Q&A with fans. 

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses cornerback Jaylon Johnson's performance vs. the Eagles, the play of rookie defensive backs Jaquan Brisker and Kyler Gordon in their return, the coldest game he's ever covered and more in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer gives his votes for the Bears' most improved player and rookie of the year, looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Eagles, discusses the possibility of Alex Leatherwood getting more playing time at right tackle and more in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Sunday's loss to the Packers, the positives to take away from the game against Green Bay and how the offensive line is finding its groove in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer explains why linebacker Jack Sanborn can be a key piece of the defense moving forward, praises the performance of running back Darrynton Evans against the Jets and looks ahead to Sunday's game vs. the Packers in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the loss to the Falcons, explains why Chase Claypool will get more involved in the passing game as the season progresses and more in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the loss to the Lions, says why the disparity between Justin Fields' rushing vs. passing yards isn't a problem and explains why the defense may start blitzing more during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer give his top three reasons why the offense has improved over the past three games, shares his excitement about Justin Fields' recent emergence and discusses what he's hoping to see against the Lions on Sunday in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the Bears' moves at the trade deadline, the flurry of trades across the NFL, Justin Fields' designed runs opening up the offense and the players he's most intrigued to watch during the final nine games of the season in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses what impressed him most in Monday night's win over the Patriots, how well the coaching staff is making in-game adjustments, what Roquan Smith did vs. New England to make Bears history and the keys to beating the Cowboys in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer breaks down last night Thursday's loss to the Commanders, lauds the play of right guard Teven Jenkins, explains what the Bears can do to right the ship in the red zone and looks ahead to the Monday night matchup with the Patriots in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the offense's second-half surge in Minnesota, discusses the play of second-year offensive lineman Teven Jenkins, gives his team MVP through the first five weeks of the season and previews Thursday night's matchup with the Commanders in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer answers questions about the loss to the Giants, what to take away from New York and the keys to beating the Vikings in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer answers fan questions discusses if the Bears will be active before the trade deadline, gives his reasons for offensive optimism and praises the play of linebacker Roquan Smith in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer laments the loss in Green Bay, praises the running game and looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Texans in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the rainy season-opening win over the 49ers, lauds the rookies for their Week 1 performances and gives his keys to beating the Packers on Sunday night in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses which Bears players he's most looking forward to watching this year, explains what he thinks a successful season for quarterback Justin Fields looks like and makes a few predictions in his first fan Q&A of the 2022 season.

In his final Q&A with fans of the season, senior writer Larry Mayer praises the play of linebacker Trevis Gipson, discusses how impressive Robert Quinn's record-breaking season has been and looks toward what's ahead for the Bears in 2022.

In his weekly Q&A with fans, senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Sunday's exciting comeback victory in Seattle, examines the play of some of the young Bears, including Darnell Mooney, and explains what he's most interested in watching during the final two games of the season.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Justin Fields' performance against the Vikings, praises the defensive effort vs. Minnesota and celebrates Robert Quinn being named to the Pro Bowl in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses how close Robert Quinn is to breaking the Bears' single-season sack record, examines Justin Fields' performance in his first game back from injury and looks ahead to Monday Night's matchup with the Vikings during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses his favorite Bears Thanksgiving game moments, explains why Devin Hester deserves to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer, praises Robert Quinn's excellent play and looks ahead to the Turkey Day matchup with the Lions during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the Bears' injury situation coming out of the bye week, looks ahead to the second half of the season and breaks down how to neutralize Lamar Jackson and the Ravens during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer names his favorite play from Monday night's game in Pittsburgh, analyzes the different offensive formations that were on display and gives his keys to success for the second half of the season in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer reflects on the match against the Lions, analyzes the running back depth, and gears up for the Raiders during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the bounce-back win over the Bengals, crunches the numbers on both sides of the ball through two weeks and looks ahead to Sunday's game in Cleveland during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses where the Bears improved most in the offseason, explains why he's optimistic about both sides of the ball and looks ahead to Sunday night's regular-season opener against the Rams in his first weekly Q&A with fans of the 2021 season.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer breaks down the playoff scenarios and tiebreakers heading into Week 17, discusses the chances of Roquan Smith being named an All-Pro and gives his keys to victory in Sunday's huge matchup with the Packers during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the Bears' path to the playoffs, Darnell Mooney maintaining his high level of play, continued improvement in the running game and Sunday's game in Jacksonville during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer gives his MVP from the dominant performance against the Texans, breaks down potential playoff scenarios and tiebreakers and gives his keys to victory in Sunday's important matchup with the Vikings in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses what went wrong against the Lions, the offense's 30-point performance, Cordarrelle Patterson's expanded role this season and Cole Kmet's development during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Anthony Miller's performance returning punts, gives his Thanksgiving favorites and looks ahead to Sunday night's matchup with the Packers in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Roquan Smith's strong play, rebounding after the bye week and his favorite NFL broadcasters during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the Bears' record on Monday Night Football, analyzes what went wrong against the Titans and looks ahead to the Vikings in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer analyzes Sam Mustipher's performance in his first NFL start, discusses what went wrong against the Saints and looks at the upcoming schedule in his weekly Q&A with fans. 

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer examines the emergence of rookie WR Darnell Mooney, takes a hard look at the offense and discusses next week's trade deadline in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the defense's performance through six games, David Montgomery's ability to catch the ball out of the backfield and the keys to a victory over the Rams next Monday night in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Kyle Fuller's game-changing hit vs. the Buccaneers, defeating Tom Brady for the first time and Sunday's matchup with the Panthers in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer breaks down Sunday's game, names his team MVP for the first quarter of the season and previews Thursday night's matchup with the Buccaneers in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Nick Foles being named the starting quarterback, replacing Tarik Cohen and the biggest challenge in Sunday's matchup with the Colts during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer talks offensive consistency, discusses rookies that have impressed through two games and looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Falcons in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Sunday's season opener in Detroit, Mitchell Trubisky being named the starting quarterback and the potential impact of this year's rookie class in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer looks back on the 2019 season, answers roster questions, and gives insight into what's next for the Bears during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer looks at the performance against the Chiefs, defensive standouts, and gears up for the Vikings during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer talks special teams play, holiday favorites, and gears up for the final two games of the season during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer looks at a confident offensive attack, defensive standouts and gears up for the Packers during his weekly Q&A with fans. 

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer talks about the offensive explosion on Thanksgiving, the playoff picture this season and what changes may be on their way to the defense as players get healthy during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer analyzes what the TE position will look like for the Bears this week, discusses how playing on Thanksgiving will change things and looks at some all-time greats getting recognition during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses Mitchell Trubisky's injury, the team's mentality going forward and what position groups need to see improvement in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer discusses the revamped offensive line, momentum heading to Los Angeles, and young players stepping up during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer analyzes what needs to improve on offense, the mindset of the defense and looks at the Bears future this season during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer looks back at the revitalized Bears running attack, where the team came up short Sunday and the team's mindset going forward in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer takes a hard look at the offense, looks forward to the rest of the 2019 schedule and analyzes what went wrong Sunday during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer looks at issues facing the running game, what the coaching staff will do during the bye week and key plays from Sunday's game in his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer talks versatility on offense, defensive takeaways and injuries during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer breaks down the final moments of the Bears win, analyzes the offense and looks at how the defense will handle Washington this week.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer looks at possible breakout stars in 2019, what the new defense could do, and gets excited for the Bears season opener during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer talks NFL Draft, UDFA options and what the Bears roster may look like in 2019 as the team looks to return to the playoffs.