Erik Lambert

Chicago, Illinois

Freelance Writer at Sports Mockery

Co-host, Club Dub Podcast at Sports Mockery

Lead Bears writer/insider for @sportsmockery| Co-host of @clubdub_podcast | Content creator | DBZ and Godzilla stan.

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Sounds Like Caleb Williams Is Already Surprising His New Coaches

4 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

Ben Johnson had been eyeing the Chicago Bears job for some time. Part of it was because he fell in love with the city during family trips there during the summer. Another was the opportunity to work with Caleb Williams. The new head coach, like many others, had become aware of the eventual #1 overall pick from watching him in college.
Dennis Allen Says He Made One Change To Bears Draft Approach

4 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

Ryan Poles is still the general manager. He holds the final say on every personnel decision. However, he’s also made it clear he is willing to compromise with his coaching staff to get the best possible players for their vision. It is no different with Dennis Allen. There was always the assumption that his preferred type of players wouldn’t align with what Matt Eberflus wanted over the past few years.
Undrafted Rookie Already Making Noise At Chicago Bears Minicamps

4 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

Rookie minicamps are merely an appetizer for NFL teams as they prepare for next season. Pads aren’t on, and coaches haven’t installed the full schemes on offense or defense. There are ways for younger players to acclimate before the real work begins. That said, it is still a good way to get noticed. Braxton Jones turned heads early in rookie minicamps and carried that over into OTAs and eventually training camp.
Ruben Hyppolite Just Lit His Draft Critics On Fire With Amazing Speech

4 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

By far, the Chicago Bears‘ biggest shock of the 2025 draft was how they started the third day of action. After trading down early in the fourth round, they selected Ruben Hyppolite out of Rutgers. Not only did they avoid a position of need by taking a linebacker, but they took somebody who was rated far lower than some of the top options on the board. Smael Mondon Jr. of Georgia was still available. He had a 3rd round grade. Pooh Paul Jr. of Mississippi had a 4th round grade. Hyppolite?
Seems Eric Bieniemy Is Already A Menace At Bears Practices

5 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

Ben Johnson wanted to put together a star-studded coaching staff when he took over the Chicago Bears in January. He refused to let his ego dictate the hires. This wouldn’t be a case of a guy simply hiring his buddies and people he knows. He wanted proven guys. It started with bringing Al Harris over from Dallas. Many were shocked that the Cowboys let him walk after such a terrific run with their defensive backs. Next came Antwaan Randle El, who’d done great work with the Detroit Lions receivers.
Ozzy Trapilo Revelation Now Makes Him The Favorite To Steal Left Tackle Job

5 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

People weren’t convinced when told Ozzy Trapilo was a legitimate option for the Chicago Bears at left tackle. They had some good reasons to think that. For one, the Boston College standout is a 2nd round pick. Expecting such players to start immediately at such a crucial position is unlikely. Another is the fact that he spent the past two years starting at right tackle in college. Normally, players switching positions either go from left tackle to right tackle or from tackle to guard.
Ben Johnson And Staff Gave Players Wake-Up Call In First Practice

5 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

One of the most alarming things heard about the previous Chicago Bears coaching staff was their lackadaisical attitude. There were frequent complaints about the lack of accountability. Matt Eberflus had a nasty tendency to let things slide too often, not staying on top of players when they started cutting corners. Team veterans even had to stage an intervention with offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, who refused to be more demanding of guys.
People Inside NFL Aren't Impressed With Ryan Poles' Evaluation Skills

5 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

The Chicago Bears have won championships mostly because the men in charge had a knack for identifying great talent. It was true of George Halas during his decades running the team, and again with Jim Finks in the 1970s and early 1980s. In the 40 years since then, the organization hasn’t really found a true elite evaluator. Jerry Angelo was solid but had too many 1st round misses. Phil Emery and Ryan Pace were erratic. Ryan Poles is the latest GM to try changing their fortunes.
Luther Burden Openly Admitted He's Planning Revenge On Rest Of NFL

5 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

One thing you learn quickly about competitors? They know how to hold a grudge. That is especially true in professional sports. That iconic Chicago Bears 73-0 rout of the Washington Redskins in the 1940 NFL championship was spurred by a burning desire for revenge. It was fueled by the Redskins owner calling the Bears crybaby quitters after a frustrating 7-3 loss earlier that season. George Halas never let his players forget that. It appears Luther Burden is cut from the same cloth.
Ozzy Trapilo Is Already Turning Heads At Bears Practices

6 days ago | sportsmockery.com | Erik Lambert

The popular saying among experts is that it’s impossible to evaluate offensive linemen in the spring and summer. This is because they don’t have pads on, and there is no way to get a proper grasp of blockers without actually being able to block people. However, history shows that this isn’t the total truth. Three years ago, Braxton Jones flashed during minicamps and OTAs to such an extent that the coaching staff felt comfortable slotting him in as the starting left tackle for training camp.