Da Bears Migrate To ESPN Chicago

• Good Karma Brands and the Chicago Bears announced that WMVP (ESPN 1000)/Chicago is the future Home of the Chicago Bears, beginning in the 2023 season. In addition to operating and distributing the Bears Radio Network, ESPN 1000 will add pre- and post-game programming as well as create unique content to air on its local shows.

Keith Williams, Market Manager of ESPN Chicago & SVP of Good Karma Brands, said, “We are excited to partner with a charter franchise of the NFL. We are dedicated to delivering a top-notch broadcast for our partners and fans around the Midwest and the world. Our teammates are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to get started and execute at the highest level.”

Bears’ President & CEO, Ted Phillips noted, “We were incredibly impressed with the enthusiasm shown by the leadership team at Good Karma Brands. Their plan for presenting Bears football on the radio is first class and we know that ESPN 1000 will be an excellent home for our games and a hub for Bears talk year-round. We look forward to working with the station beginning in 2023.”

ESPN 1000 Director of Content Danny Zederman added, “ESPN Chicago is thrilled to be adding the Chicago Bears to our play-by-play roster alongside the Chicago White Sox. Our on-air talent is incredibly passionate about our hometown team, and that passion will show within and beyond the in-game broadcasts, integrated throughout our programming year-round.”