English Fan Visits American Football - Chicago Bears vs Jags

[@thogden2]

Chicago Bears just left a STATEMENT in London. LIKE if they can reach Super Bowl 🏆🤯

[@ninjafirewolf]

#Bearsdown

[@Geobot13]

I’m a Texans and an arsenal fan.. (I live in Houston but is from Essex) personally the bears 100% won’t win the Super Bowl 😂

[@Barcaxeditz1]

Its the bears thogden they never will its like if west ham won the prem

[@Geobot13]

@@Barcaxeditz1 I like that connection lol 😂

[@no_one4686]

@@Geobot13Nor will the Texans. lol.😂

[@t.o.6953]

I cannot emphasize how weird it is that the Bears have a good quarterback. It was a great game!

[@GOCAPSDMV]

As a commanders fan, I am feeling the same 😂😂😂.

[@bodvarson1933]

They finally have a cohesive offense system. Thats always been the problem

[@Matt92Machine]

No kidding. I'm not used to the Bears winning comfortably.

[@Matt92Machine]

​@@bodvarson1933 The offensive line still sucks, but Caleb is so good it don't matter.

[@t.o.6953]

@@GOCAPSDMV God bless, you are free from Dan Snyder

[@tristramcoffin926]

Seeing British guys at an NFL game utterly confused but still having a good time is both hilarious and heartwarming.

[@PriceCheckMeBro]

The Bears have a lot of fans in London it's crazy

[@r.rousset]

To me it looked like they were cheering both teams on every play.

[@imnova7822]

@@r.rousset alot of bears jerseys tho

[@im_him6927]

@@r.roussetnah u could tell most of em were bears fans

[@ChicagoTRS]

Bears fans travel. Plus the Bears were the first team to play in London in 1986 and that was a legendary team...Bears have had a following in London since.

[@wasid93]

I was at the game and I felt like it was 65% bears fans, most of whom traveled from Chicago like myself, 25% were UK/European NFL fans and Like 10% were jags fans. I saw Bears fans all throughout my trip, I didn't see a jags fans until game day. Bears fans travel really well.

[@jammanstud]

Theo I want to welcome you and your family to my beloved Chicago as the bears won the game today. I also welcome you to come see soldier field and hopefully come over to see our Fire FC as well. You picked the right one today. God bless.

[@HoldMySoda]

I am a Bears fan from Germany and I watched the game against the Rams at Soldier Field two weeks ago. Man that was such a great experience. Chanting “Green Bay sucks” in the tunnel gave me goosebumps. 😂

[@JG-ux7of]

@@HoldMySodaThis isn’t Bastian Schweinsteiger is it? I remember the Bear Down videos of Bastian while he was living and playing In Chicago, there were a couple Beat Greenbay videos too, he liked to go to Bears Bulls and Cubs games too. His son was born in Chicago and he loved this city as did Arne Friedrich who is another German Footballer who lived and loved Chicago. Both Germans are adopted sons of Chicago and deeply loved in the city.

[@daniellacey6001]

He's gonna get an Italian Beef and have a heart attack

[@mcm4rr]

@@HoldMySodafrom Chicago and I’m glad to hear you’re a bears fan 🐻⬇️ one day I hope to travel to Europe and experience a football match in real life. The energy in those looks incredible. For now I’ll stick to my tv watching from home

[@timoliver3587]

@@HoldMySoda you need to change your username to holdmypop. You're a Chicagoan, my friend.

[@italian724]

Born and raised a Bears fan in Illinois, and this video is such a delight to watch. To see my team watched and celebrated from our cousins across the pond has put a huge smile upon my face. You are welcome to come and watch anytime in Chicago! Cheers!

[@mysanityizgone4576]

Quick question: why is NFL games being played in the UK? Just curious

[@spykeex69]

Nfl is expanding the market. ​@@mysanityizgone4576

[@michaelm4946]

Welcome to the Chicago Bears World Wide Family.

[@youbadolivez]

GO Pack Go! Greenbay for Life

[@mds1171]

lol

[@ryanm327]

GO PACK. BEARS STILL SUCK

[@noy8940]

No lie, when it was announced that the bears would be playing in London this year, this is exactly the video I was hoping to get. 😊

[@JordanJournies]

SO COOL YOU LADS GOT TO WITNESS HISTORY! This is amazing content coming from a Chicago American hope u guys had a blast!!!! Keep up the great work

[@thogden2]

Thanks Jordan!

[@faiththomas1749]

@@thogden2 College is also really cool , if you can come to an American college football game bcoz it’s the biggest thing in the following states bcoz they don’t have professional American football teams : Alabama Alaska Connecticut Delaware Hawaii Idaho Kentucky Maine Oregon Rhode Island Wyoming

[@J-M-E]

Caleb Williams was the #1 pick in this years NFL draft and this is his rookie year. He’s going to be special and you’ve picked the perfect time/team to root for. We welcome you with open arms!! #DaBears #BearDown

[@Eli-prods1]

GO BEARS

[@ViralMemesOnline]

Jayden Daniels>>

[@havoknkhaos91]

​@@ViralMemesOnlineyes Jayden Daniels is good too. There can be two good quarterbacks in the draft relax lol

[@ColinPoole]

8:00 It's about the receiver not having possession of the football. Generally you have to catch and then make some sort of football move (secure the ball, take a step forward etc) at which point if the ball is struck out or dropped it becomes a fumble. Prior to possession the drop would be an incomplete pass - he hadn't "caught and possessed the football". A touch from the opponent is encouraged - they are trained to try to punch the ball out to force a fumble - often times they will miss an easy tackle because they are focused on hitting the ball and creating a turnover. In this instance the opponent would have been hitting the ball out "too soon" - it could have been "intercepted" before it hit the ground potentially (capturing the ball before it hits the ground and before the receiver has possession [after would then be the fumble]) but since the receiver made contact with it but couldn't secure it it simply became an incomplete pass. Dropped while attempting to secure.

[@stevegredell1123]

It's just beautiful to see, even Londoners are confused as to what a catch actually is

[@ColinPoole]

@@stevegredell1123 Beautiful to see the Cubbies logo! Born on the south side but in the 80s everyone was a Cubs fan haha.

[@whenisdinner2137]

We gotta get this to 10,000 likes so he can come to chicago

[@adamhawn2523]

Only reason I liked the video

[@rab5567]

Lifelong Bears fan, this was Super cool to watch UK fans enjoying American Football! Great video guys!!

[@jacques4446]

This is how my friends from England who live in the states think of me when I ask them questions about futbol. Hearing you guys talk about football is hilarious 😆 thanks for the video!!

[@FullOfMalarky]

It’s still spelled “football” in England.

[@ao-111]

That football has about ten rules, it isn't so hard to figure out. I like both footballs, but the rule sets aren't comparable.

[@ericparker163]

@@ao-111Indeed, there's a lot of Americans that don't completely understand the rules to American football. Illegal formations or motions, ineligible receiver downfield, etc Understanding potential penalties will give you a pretty nuanced understanding of the game as far as rules go. Everything as it relates to playcalling and formations on both sides is a whole other level.

[@ernestogastelum9123]

@@FullOfMalarky its spelled futbol in Hispanic countries since thats the Spanish word for football

[@ivanwilliams7413]

I love how here in the states, this game is seen as one of the worst, but y'all are loving just being able to finally indulge in your fandom for a live game in your country. Reminds me of being an anime fan in the 80s and 90s.

[@JJnuggetDoe]

This was such a cool video! My Chicago Bears bringing down the house in London!!! BEAR DOWN! 🐻⬇️💙🧡💙🧡💙🧡

[@bibliophilelady6106]

Bear down? You guys need to workshop a new cheer, that is gross.

[@JJnuggetDoe]

@bibliophilelady6106 If it grosses you out, ignore it. Or make up your own. Problem solved.

[@williamtorres2444]

Love from California ❤ I was up at 6:30 AM watching this game. they put on a great performance hope you had fun mate 🤝

[@anthonys3892]

I’ve been studying premier league football and Tottenham Spurs seem like the English equivalent of the Chicago Bears. One of the original founders. Has a good fierce rival that is supported by geography (Arsenal and Packers). Was good sometime before WWII and while our dads were kids but have been living under a rock for most our lives. New stadium (soon), new faces, let’s see if things change now.

[@christianpudlo6095]

Except bears have a trophy 😂

[@rickf8166]

I tend to think the Bears are more like Newcastle. Working class city, fans die for their team, geography and rivalry with Sunderland is like Newcastle and Packers. Previous owner Ashley was cheap like the McCaskeys, and both teams have a rich history of winning, but have struggled the past 20 years, minus since the club got taken over.

[@mt7768]

​@@christianpudlo6095He didnt study too well. Bears are like Borusia Dortmund. Everyone loves em!

[@havoknkhaos91]

London is red!

[@gappedtoothgrin]

As a life long Bears fan, this is pure gold. I hope you lads enjoyed the game!

[@MontenegrinIcon]

Glad you saw my Hometown team in London. Bear Down!

[@esbautis]

I’m from Chicago I watched the game this morning! Come on Bears

[@CanadianChiGuy23]

I was dying to dive through the screen and explain the game to you, mate. But it is such a fun perspective to see you piecing it all together. Glad you had a good time.

[@nicolavallely8076]

Chicago Bears Thogbears favourite team,no Thogdad no party,thank you for the video xx 🐻🏈

[@cheriwinn3852]

Great video! Thanks for posting 📫 Bear Down 🐻 Claws Up 🏈

[@jordym_1284]

One of my fav KZbinrs watching my fav football team win. WILD

[@janelleallison3866]

Chicago is such a great city- enjoy the sports and art and music scene

[@AlexisAdrian621]

Love the American football vlogs 2022, 2023 & now 2024

[@hamburglar83]

7:14 a jags fan celebrating a bears TD😂

[@danksaxian]

he ready to go home😂

[@eggs904]

he definitely just picked a random team from the stadium 😭😭

[@ChiCityBoy1920]

They were just happy too see a touchdown lol

[@meatballsportstalk6297]

It gives music festival vibes at these London games

[@eggs904]

@@ChiCityBoy1920 fr and jags vs pats are next, they might not see another 😭

[@k2oagua]

This game was my dream come true. I grew up in the Chicago area and after high school my mom, dad, brother and i moved to jacksonville. seeing my hometown team the bears finally go crazy again is a dream come true. jaguars fix your shit

[@ChicagoSkylineDreamr]

Searched for the game highlights. Found this gem of a video. Very entertaining, thank you for the content. Chicago bears home games in the winter. There's nothing like it. Lol, make the trip . Bear down

[@RyanRuelo-x8w]

Bears fan here. Love your content. Best seat in the house! I am watching this and I’m like… wooah, I’m in the stand watching. Keep up the good work. Go Bears’

[@luisarguelles3020]

i love the bears. i’m glad someone i watch posted the game

[@kyledabearsfan]

Bear Down! Hope y'all had a great time at the game! Always glad to see our friends across the pond cheering for my favorite team!

[@Havingtocreateaprofileisahh]

See Thog, a lot of the comments are going to give you shit, but you’re understanding American football at 6:13 the thing about American football is you can score with a 2-3 minute possession (drive) but it’s how you manage the calls you’re wanting or reading on the field to get stops or make the more yards on offense. As a football fan and as a American-Argentine I hope the NFL makes leaps into Europe and South America, because of the influences we have from rugby this sport can make impact just as football ⚽️ on this planet

[@EABskills]

Great video mate! Pleasure to enjoy it with you

[@thogden2]

legend 🙌

[@hyperspazz8082]

I love watching English fans who love American football. I am glad we can bring the games to all of London. Nice video. You teach that guy, if he is a friend of yours. Teach him how football is played. I taught my nephew and now he understands all the positions and what each off the positions do on both sides of the ball.

[@hasher10001]

Thanks for sharing your experience Thogden2

[@jD304304]

yoooo, that stadium is sick. hope you guys had a good time. much respect from a season ticket holder in the States.

[@Emoji-emoji123]

Loved this video with thogdad😅😂

[@jefferykazimer]

I just appreciate that you took the time to learn the rules of American Football, and understand how the game works!

[@PhilipNowak]

Amazing video. Love your enthusiasm for learning the sport. I hope the Bears visit London again soon as I’d love to visit from Chicago.

[@mysterymac38]

It's fun watching you learn the game. Once you get to really know the players on the field it gets even better.

[@homescholed]

13:18 to translate the score to football terms. 28 to 10 is like 4 to 1.5 (I know you can’t do half points, but that’s the equivalent for a field goal)

[@unclejimmy3878]

As an American and a huge Bears fan, it was very entertaining watch you try and figure out the game on the fly. It would probably be as entertaining you watching me "fumble" my way through a Premier League game. You guys looked like you had a blast. At the end of the day, that's what sports is all about.

[@adrian_garcia1986]

Such a great feeling to see the team you root for reach new ground on a different continent and be embraced by the locals. #Beardown

[@jake_thememegod3137]

Glad to see other countries loving Chicago! Although we aren't the best, I have faith we will make it far this year!! 🐻⬇️ And ♥️ from Chicago!

[@flexvision2000]

Beautiful win for my Chicago Bears mates! Flex from Chicago. Cheers!

[@passnba2k]

Great content, always good to see English taking a liking to American Football. Though always a niche sport, I think there’s potential in the UK to develop a grass roots American football movement in the future. That being said, I can tell the dude who uploaded the video has alot to learn about Football. You can tell he’s one of these types that thinks football is just rugby with pads which cannot be further from the truth. When he called out the dude doing a handshake after a goal line stop he sort of snickered about it saying American football is something else. Down and distance completely changes the game, the strategy, how you tackle in American football vs rugby. I think English people have a hard time wrapping their heads around it because to them it’s just a routine rugby tackle. Fact is it’s 3rd and goal, you’re trying to stop a touch down and hold them to a field goal. A touchdown would’ve totally changed the game. In order to make that play, the defense has to do several things. They have to diagnose whether it’s a pass or a run, if it’s a run (like this play) they have to diagnose what type of run (dive down the middle, counter, pitch outside etc) then the defender has to avoid any would be blockers and tackle the ball carrier in such a way that completely stops their forward momentum. The defender was able to do that on a very pivotal play, hence the celebration.

[@MrLowkeyman]

Awesome video, glad you hada great time at the game. You calling it an "attack" for offense is hilarious. I hope to see you see in Chicago for a game

[@ryangray600]

You’ll love Chicago just come during the summer

[@dpelpal]

Went once in November. Never again Chicago past October 1st😂

[@sharonhall6518]

Loved your video. American football is a glorious way to enjoy yourself on a Sunday! I am an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and I count the days until their next game. It is so thrilling to watch your team beat other good teams. And we are 6-0 right now! Gooo Chiefs!!!

[@scottwillcockson6089]

HOW BOUT THEM CHIIIEEEEEFS!

[@ericpachecoTrump2024]

Bear down baby!! Fan of your from Chicago! Glad you got to enjoy to American Football!

[@Btn1136]

I must be too sentimental, but when I see people from other countries picking the bears as their team to follow it means a lot. Legitimately moved. Welcome to the family. 🐻 ⬇️

[@shinankoku2]

I don’t know why this video brought me so much joy. Thanks for this. Also: you probably don’t want the Jags at the moment. They’re not great … at least right now.

[@grahamlawlor8361]

I love this enthusiasm for my beloved sport over in the UK. I hope you get to your 10k likes. I did my part!

[@Matt92Machine]

Yes come to Chicago and try our pizza. You won't regret it.

[@timhefty504]

The pizza is the only thing worth experiencing in Chicago

[@JosePerez-ff5qg]

Naw chicagos skyline tok there is more to chicago people hate it for no reason i live there​@@timhefty504

[@MrsMojica-i7u]

I’m a Chicago native and no they will not reach the Super Bowl this year. The team has too many holes to fill. The front line on offense is still weak etc etc. Britains on my bucket list, hope to be there one day. Chicago is a beautiful city! Come visit us soon.

[@djstevie69]

I wish I had sat with you to help your comprehension of the game :) glad you got the atmosphere.

[@wt0403]

"Atmosphere" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@mutsyti]

@@wt0403 when the game has so much to pay attention to you don't need to party to have fun 😉

[@wt0403]

@@mutsyti its stops every 2 minutes 😂 pay attention to what

[@mutsyti]

@@wt0403 Unlike soccer everyone on the field is playing a vital role at all times. In soccer you only care about the person with the ball and the defender who's closest to the person with the ball. In football you watch the wide receiver vs cornerback duels. Or the defensive line vs the offensive line. Or the running back + blockers vs the entire defense. Or the quarterback vs the defensive line. And the quarterback's throw to the wide recievers. All in the same play. And the game doesn't stop for 2 minutes. It stops for 40 seconds at most. Usually 10-25 seconds. So with all the things going on you can think about the previous play while waiting on the next one. Football is way more complex than soccer. Baseball is the same way. Welcome to American sports 😁

[@toxic_mike8230]

As an American i love your guys reaction to American football great video. i should do one for premiere league i know nothing about soccer you would be just as amused as i am with all due respect .

[@southboundberetta]

Thogden this was a really cool video to watch. It was neat watching you guys watch a game that's exciting but you don't fully understand and kind of learn more and more as the game goes.. One thing though is you mentioned a few times about seeing a Homerun. I want you to watch 85s celebration on the bears everytime he scores a touchdown. He hits a home run funny how you ended up seeing two 😅

[@michaelsharp3615]

In the US concessions cost an arm and a leg at NFL Stadiums which will be used for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. The only scran and cheap food stadium is in Atlanta.

[@FullOfMalarky]

And Atlanta saw increase of profit when they lowered the price of concessions

[@papasmurf3576]

Bear Down. Glad to see u enjoying Da Bears

[@PatriotMapper]

As an American, it brings joy to my heart to see NFL being enjoyed across the pond in London. Much love to my British brothers and sisters who find joy in the same game as I do. ❤️

[@bbs1221]

Seeing English people struggle to understand what’s happening with the rules never fails to put a smile on my face 😂😂😂 I encourage you guys to watch more

[@g13magurany]

Go Bears 🐻 love from Chicago

[@michaelkawell3300]

You guys are fun to watch from mike from chicago illinois

[@jme2612]

Lol I appreciate you watching our American football and getting your perspective! Neither are my team, but I see myself acting the same way if it was a Rugby.

[@goldenboy_808]

As a bears fan, (and also a fan of the premier league with Manchester United) we would love to have you to the fanbase. We have some of the most passionate fans in the league

[@vortexathletic]

There is an American Football League in Europe called the EFL (European League of Football). I picked the Helvetic Mercenaries from Switzerland.

[@JerremyvdH]

The life of a Jags fan is almost as hard as the life of being a Tottenham Hotspur fan. Luckily, I don't support Tottenham, but unfortunately I do support the Jaguars...

[@nathandido002]

Love that my UK brethren are enjoying the sport! Here’s a tip for you, sir: when the team kicks the ball between the uprights after a touchdown to get 1 additional point, that’s called an extra point. A field goal is when they kick for 3 points with no touchdown.

[@ernestoespinoza7235]

Im from Chicago im glad u experience the best team in making bears down

[@justinkase1360]

Its real cool see them getting into NFL over there. I know SOCCER has become fairly popular over here. It was a bit odd to see the US anthem played over there and for a minute I was thinking that was going to be the only anthem. Anyway, I would love to see UK teams in the NFL and I would even like to see them win the big game. I'm not a big sports fan, but there is something universal about it. The UK has some of the best sports fans, no doubt.

[@jfern58]

Say lad I'm from Chicago. Get your plane ticket ready. To visit the Windy City.

[@LawsonCarterJacob7]

WHO DOSENT LOVE THOGDEN

[@TrevorThwing-wn6zp]

As a packer fan I love how @thogden2 is trying different sports not just (soccer). Much love from Wisconsin, USA!!!!

[@Frank_E_Scialdone]

When you don't score a touchdown and you kick the ball through the up Gold posts it's called the field goal. After you score a touchdown and then you kick the ball through the up goal posts. It's called an extra point.

[@robertjay1423]

Enjoy your trip to Chicago Mate! My hometown will welcome you and your lads. 🐻 🔽

[@stevanbajich5483]

I loved Thogden for going to Belgrade to cheer on Zvezda but this hits even closer to my heart now 🐻⬇

[@JamesHowlett-tc7uh]

As an American and NFL and huge bears fan I agree it is completely mental that every big defense play has to be a celebration.

[@douglastaylor43]

That was a fast upload. Good on ya

[@ryanmckane3981]

Welcome to the Bears family, come here to Chicago any time mate

[@brianz505]

As a lifelong Chicago Bears fan I have to say this was such an enjoyable video to watch. BEAR DOWN!!!

[@moegreen5760]

Can’t wait to see your videos from soldier field and ever bank stadium!

[@ReadyForMySweetness]

Thogen hopefully you make it out to Soldier Field (Bears stadium) this season. The Bears finally have a good team and would make for one hell of a video as it seems the Bears have a lot of fans in London. When it comes to Chicago in the winter, the winters are brutal. I suggest just getting accommodation near the stadium to not have to rent a car as the public transportation can be a bit… questionable at best.

[@PhillyNationYT]

He don’t know what’s going on but love the commentary 🫡😭😭 shout out to London !

[@ChicagoTRS]

When you get your 10k likes plan to visit Chicago in the summer...no better city than Chicago in the summer.

[@intrepidapollo]

🤣 You hadn’t a clue as to what was going on…and that fact alone made you 💯% more fun to watch than the t.v announcers.🏆Keep at it. If you get to watch NFL games or NCAA football on a weekly basis, you’l pick most of it up pretty quickly. Your energy is what will keep the NFL going back to U.K. BEAR DOWN!!

[@byronnator]

Is so funny that they played the us national anthem which is about beating Britain in the revolutionary war💀💀

[@johnhaller5851]

It’s actually about the war of 1812, which isn’t a definitive US victory.

[@FodenEditz-k6p]

Thogden can you please go to a Lions game next!!!!

[@privateramirez]

I got the chills watching this video! We need a Super Bowl to be hosted in England! That would be incredible!

[@nhd6128]

Seeing the random bears fans dressed as Mike Ditka was hilarious 😂😂 I dressed like him for Halloween a few years back.

[@dennissologaistoa3376]

GO BEARS !!! Greetings from Chicago IL

[@Jayson-xd6vc]

Love this content theo hope to see more of this ❤

[@GenXDaddyO]

I laughed when you said you would visit the winning city. As a Chicago native living in Florida with relatives in Jacksonville, let me tell you…you dodged a bullet man. 😂😂😂

[@adamjohnson5307]

Watching yall have seats this good but have no clue what’s going on is hilarious to me 😂😅

[@LeeMoore-tu4gr]

Need to get him to CHICAGO so HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON to get him to 10K!!!! 😃👍

[@dwm7002]

Just a few notes for ya. That initial kick was called the kickoff. It is kicked to the opposing team (not trying to make it through the uprights). Additionally, after each score the scoring team kicks the ball off to the opposing team. A touchdown is 6 points. They can kick an extra point for 1 or go for a 2 point conversion (1 play). Generally speaking, 4 plays to gain 10 yards to reset and earn 4 more plays(certain penalties can result in automatic first down) Typically it’s punted (kicked) on 4th down, but they can go for it. If it’s failed, then the opposing team takes over from that position. Field goals are worth 3 points. I’ll leave it there for now.

[@DavidRiske-b8v]

Be sure to like this. He doesn't know anything about American football, but he seems like a good young man anyway.

[@patricknovak3408]

Nice Job! Great video! Let me know when you come to Chicago!!!! Bear down!