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Steve McMichael on the Stars of Yesterday & the Problems of Today

bpayton34 — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:14:39 -0000

Steve McMichael on the Stars of Yesterday & the Problems of Today

85 Bears DT Steve McMichael on the love his Super Bowl-winning team still gets from fans across the country. McMichael talkd to me about his team being "characters with character" and why they were different from today's "self-promoting" stars. McMichael also breaks down why he thinks the Bears of today can't compete with the best.

Coach Buddy Ryan Talks About What Made the '85 Bears So Special

bpayton34 — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:04:12 -0000

Coach Buddy Ryan Talks About What Made the '85 Bears So Special

As one of the key coordinators on the sidelines, coach Buddy Ryan understood firsthand what made the 1985 Chicago Bears so special. From the offensive side of the ball to the defensive side of the ball, Ryan talks about how all the players helped to bring a NFL Championship to the city of Chicago. Growing up I was to young to remember when my dad played so getting a chance to talk to his old coaches it really is amazing! Although my dad was on offense, Buddy had nothing but great things to say about "sweetness"!!

John St. Clair On His Move to the Cleveland Browns

bpayton34 — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 19:19:45 -0000

John St. Clair On His Move to the Cleveland Browns

In a shocking move, Chicago Bears OT John St. Clair announced Tuesday that he was leaving the team to join the Cleveland Browns. I spoke to St. Clair about leaving the team and starting over in a new city. St. Clair says his decision was based on the way the Browns treated him when he visited--did the Bears drop the ball on this one?

Heatin' Up The Kitchen with Chicago Bears Linebacker Nick Roach

bpayton34 — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 15:29:54 -0000

Heatin' Up The Kitchen with Chicago Bears Linebacker Nick Roach

If you wanna look like a pro athlete, you gotta cook like a pro athlete! Its important to eat a balanced meal and keep a healthy diet when you are a athlete especially when preparing for the season. Chicago Bears linebacker Nick Roach me, Brittney Payton, how to make his "Low-Cally Burrito."

Peanut Tillman's Surprising Thoughts on the Upcoming Draft

bpayton34 — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:44:12 -0000

Peanut Tillman's Surprising Thoughts on the Upcoming Draft

Chicago Bears cornerback Charles "Peanut" Tillman talks about undergoing offseason shoulder surgery and saying goodbye to safety Mike Brown. I caught up with Tillman at an event for his children's charity, the Cornerstone Foundation. He doesn't say it in so many words but it sounds like Peanut doesn't agree to much with the moves the Bears make in the offseason.

Chicago Bears on Mouthpiece Idol!

bpayton34 — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 22:33:59 -0000

Chicago Bears on Mouthpiece Idol!

Look out Simon and Paula! Byrdie and myself are tougher than the judges on American Idol! Chicago Bears standouts Jason Mckie and Garrett Wolfe give their best Rock Band performances as they try out for a coveted spot in our B & B Band. What will it take to impress the judges?

Brett Basanez In, Sexy Rexy Out?

bpayton34 — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 20:41:54 -0000

Brett Basanez In, Sexy Rexy Out?

I talked to the newest Chicago Bear, former St. Viator and Northwestern quarterback Brett Basanez. Basanez, previously with the Carolina Panthers, talks about coming home to Chicago and dealing with the pressure of being a quarterback in the Windy City. Find out why Basanez thinks Rex Grossman's time in Chicago is up.

The Dude Review with Jason McKie

bpayton34 — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 20:51:04 -0000

The Dude Review with Jason McKie

In this first episode of the "Dude Review", Chicago Bears' fullback Jason McKie reviews "Notorious". Watch to see what J-Mac thinks of the drama documenting the life and death of the famous rapper. Will he give it a good review or will it fall short of expectations? You'll have to see the film yourself to find out.

New Walter Payton Shoe Line with KangaROOS

bpayton34 — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:13:56 -0000

New Walter Payton Shoe Line with KangaROOS

Hey all! Just wanted to give you guys a sneak peak at the new Walter Payton Show Line coming out with KangaROOS. The line will launch here in Chicago on Tuesday Feb. 27th and the second launch will be in Tampa Superbowl weekend. Here is some video of my brother Jarrett going through some of our favorite pieces. Hope you like!!

Payton Tryout for WNFL (Chicago Force)

bpayton34 — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:12:44 -0000

Payton Tryout for WNFL (Chicago Force)

Yes football runs in my blood but do I have what it takes to play pro ball? Watch and find out!