Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears
Episodes
Likes & Dislikes from the Bears' week 1 win
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caleb Williams got his first win as a Chicago Bear and the Bears are starting off 2024 1-0 - but it wasn't pretty. Hoge & Jahns react to the game with...
Bears Week 1 Preview Extravaganza ft. Joe Rexrode
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's own Joe Rexrode joins Hoge & Jahns for the Titans angle of this important week 1 conversation as the boys preview everything in store f...
Mark Potash makes his Hoge & Jahns debut
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Potash joins Hoge & Jahns for the first time to chime in on the Caleb Williams conversation, the expectation of this team, Matt Eberflus, trainin...
Nate Tice talks Caleb Williams & Bears new offense
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Friend of the show Nate Tice returns to share his insight on what he's seen so far of Caleb Williams and this Bears offense. What play calls could we ...
Bears 2024 roster projection with Jahns & Fish
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's a late night edition of Jahns & Fish as Kevin Fishbain stops by to help Jahnsy predict this year's Bears roster. Who are some surprise cuts, and ...
EXCLUSIVE Ryan Poles on Caleb Williams, Hard Knocks & more
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns sit down exclusively with Bears GM Ryan Poles to discuss the pick and growth of Caleb Williams, Hard Knocks, the o-line, RB and everythin...
Mailbag: How much has Hard Knocks helped Eberflus & more
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns open up the Mailbag and take some of your questions regarding Hard Knocks, RB, OL, Caleb Williams and more, plus share all the tastiest n...
Caleb Williams' preseason debut takeaways with Kevin Fishbain
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain triumphantly returns as he and Hoge & Jahns react to Caleb Williams' preseason debut with the Bears, speculate on Velus Jones Jr.'s fut...
3 Bears players to watch during preseason
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caleb Williams will be in action for the first time in a game as a Bear, but who else will we have our eyes on? Let's preview preseason game one and p...
Will Caleb Williams "win" Hard Knocks? + MORE Bears camp mailbag
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How will Caleb Williams come out of Hard Knocks in the public's eye? Hoge & Jahns have some valuable perspective here, given that they've watched him ...
How Caleb Williams DID get reps in Canton & new kickoff rule
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caleb Williams was not the starter for the Bears in the Hall of Fame Game, but he DID get valuable game reps. Adam Jahns was on site and has all the d...
Why the Bears PAID DJ Moore & who should play in preseason?
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns break down DJ Moore's huge contract extension and give some context as to why the Bears felt comfortable breaking the bank on the WR + wi...
Bears Training Camp early standouts & takeaways
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns have taken in a week of Bears Training Camp. Jahns has a list of players that he thinks are noteworthy, including quarterbacks, punters(!...
Caleb Williams first impressions & Bears Camp Mailbag
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What stood out most about Caleb Williams at Bears Training Camp? Hoge & Jahns go over their initial impressions on the QB and other positions before d...
Bears Training Camp preview & Hard Knocks hype
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns are back for another Chicago Bears training camp! The boys kick off the action by previewing their most anticipated storylines, update yo...
Biggest lingering Bears questions into summer break
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the deal with the center position? How pivotal is this season for players like Gervon Dexter Sr. and Zacch Pickens? Hoge & Jahns are bringing t...
Bears minicamp report + Caleb William observations
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran minicamp is a wrap for the Bears! Hoge and Jahns talk about Caleb Williams and their takeaways from the three practices. Hosted on Acast. See...
Bears defense testing Caleb Williams at minicamp
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain joins Hoge & Jahns to talk about Matt Eberflus' defense testing Caleb Williams at Bears’ minicamp. They also talk about Hard Knocks, ...
Bears OTAs Mailbag Q&A
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do Bears fans want to know most as Caleb Williams and the team hits the field for OTAs? On this mailbag edition of Hoge & Jahns, the guys dive in...
Are the Bears ready for the national stage? with Richard Deitsch
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does the national stage view this Bears team, and how did it affect the games we'll see in 2024? The Athletic's sports media business guru Richard...
Bears "watchability" rankings & schedule with Kevin FIshbain
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Which Bears games should fans be most excited about in 2024? Kevin Fishbain has created his own algorithmic scoring system to help us decide, and he b...
Caleb Williams on the field & rookie mini-camp observations
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns have gotten their first look at Caleb Williams on a football field in a Bears uniform. They go over their biggest early observations and ...
Bears Post-Draft Mailbag Q&A
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are Bears fans' lingering questions following the NFL Draft as we head into rookie camp? You asked on social media, and we're answering your ques...
Getting to know the Bears draft picks with Feldman & Dochterman
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Jahns is joined by The Athletic's own Bruce Feldman and Scott Dochterman to help shed some light on who the Bears really are getting in Rome Odun...
Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze Bears Draft reaction
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns, with the help of Kevin Fishbain, react to the Bears' selections of QB Caleb Williams and WR Rome Odunze in the first round of the 2024 N...
Bears Draft Mailbag & final predictions with Kevin Fishbain
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain fills in for Adam Hoge as we are mere days away from the Bears being on the clock. Adam Jahns and the Fish Man take your hottest questi...
Bears Draft Strategy + 2023 Re-Draft with Nick Baumgardner
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the The Athletic's most qualified NFL Draft experts Nick Baumgardner stops by again as we are less than a week away from the Bears being on the...
Bears Draft Questions with Dane Brugler
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's BEAST Dane Brugler joins Hoge & Jahns to dig into the biggest Bears nuggets from his draft guide, the depth of the talent pool, positio...
Golf with Caleb Williams? & more Bears Draft buzz with Randy Mueller
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's resident GM Randy Mueller stops by one last time pre-Draft to chime in on the debate at pick 9, how he would get to know Caleb Williams...
Three strategies for pick 9 with Kevin Fishbain
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain joins the Adams for a three man debate regarding the Bears' decision with pick number nine in the 2024 NFL Draft. They take three diffe...
Josh Lucas' top 10 prospects of 2024
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we are now in draft month with the Bears holding two top ten picks, Josh Lucas stops by with his power rankings of this year's prospects. He and Ad...
Bears Vibe Check w/ Mays & Tice - Caleb Williams, Eberflus, more
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Mays and Nate Tice stop by for a Hoge & Jahns / The Athletic Football Show crossover episode as they shoot on the Bears draft options, Caleb Wi...
Matt Eberflus talks Bears draft, team building, QB evaluations & more
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Adams sit down with Bears head coach Matt Eberflus at the NFL Owners Meetings for their annual check-in with coach, from how he's handling the dra...
Bears observations at Caleb Williams' pro day
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have the Bears found their guy? Adam Hoge checks in LIVE from LAX after Caleb Williams' pro day workout wrapped. Jahns has some observations of his ow...
Justin Fields traded to Pittsburgh LIVE reaction
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns go LIVE on YouTube to react to the Justin Fields trade, the compensation, Justin's legacy in Chicago, the prospect of Caleb Williams bein...
Bears trade for Keenan Allen & tons more with Josh Lucas
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears have added a legit WR again during an offseason, trading for Keenan Allen of the Chargers for a fourth. Hoge & Jahns give their takes before...
Bears Free Agency Reaction: Swift, Justin Fields & more
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns react to the four additions the Bears have made so far in free agency, which players they might've been in on but missed, Poles' big plan...
Dianna Russini on Caleb Williams rumors, Justin Fields market, more
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns react to the Jaylon Johnson signing before welcoming The Athletic's Dianna Russini for what she's hearing regarding Caleb Williams, Justi...
Bears Combine Standouts with Eric Edholm
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who were the standouts at each position at the NFL Combine that the Bears should be looking at? NFL.com's Eric Edholm joins the Adams to dive more int...
Bears NFL Combine: Digging Deeper on Caleb Williams w/ Kahler & Mueller
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been all Caleb Williams talk all the time here at the NFL Combine, and The Athletic's own Kalyn Kahler and Randy Mueller have been breaking news ...
Bears NFL Combine: Big Poles & Eberflus Statements
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns and Fishbain sit down LIVE at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis to discuss Ryan Poles' comments on the number one pick, Justin Fields and m...
JJ McCarthy, Drake Maye & Jayden Daniels in depth with Meek, Marks & Ubben
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How should Bears fans feel about the OTHER QB options in this year's draft OTHER THAN CALEB WILLIAMS? Let's talk about the three next guys up, Michiga...
Caleb Williams in depth with Antonio Morales
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fishbain fills in for a post-Super-Bowl-hangover Hoge as we welcome Antonio Morales, USC writer for The Athletic, to help us learn more about Caleb Wi...
Bears Roster Evaluation: DEFENSE with Josh Lucas
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Lucas is back to rank the Bears' defense with our 6 established categories. How many top players does the Bears defense have, how to they compare...
Bears Senior Bowl Draft Buzz with Kevin Fishbain
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the league chatter like this week as the NFL Draft world assembles in Mobile, Alabama for the Senior Bowl? Our own Kevin Fishbain is on site an...
Bears Roster Evaluation: OFFENSE with Josh Lucas
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Lucas returns to rank the Bears' offense with 6 categories. How many top players do the Bears have, and what do they still need? Let's visualize ...
Caleb Williams & Bears Draft update with Dane Brugler
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is Caleb Williams the best QB in this year's class? Let's bring in The Athletic's draft BEAST, Dane Brugler, to update us on his big board, who he's w...
The good & bad of Shane Waldron with Michael-Shawn Dugar
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
EMERGENCY POD! The Bears have hired the Seahawks' Shane Waldron as their new OC. So let's bring in The Athletic's Michael-Shawn Dugar, who has covered...
Bears offense Fun & Not-Fun Facts with Kevin Fishbain
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain, ahem, award winner Kevin Fishbain returns with his patented batch of Fun & Not-So-Fun Facts, this time focused on the Bears offense du...
Does Caleb Williams want to be a Bear? OC search & more
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The number one pick is in hand, and Caleb Williams has just declared for the NFL Draft. But is he OK with becoming the face of the Chicago Bears? We t...
Getsy fired & full press conference reaction
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Getsy has been FIRED, Matt Eberflus is staying around as head coach, and there could be infinite possibilities for what happens with the number 1...
Exit interviews & Bears Offseason Mailbag!
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Fish Man, Kevin Fishbain, stops by to help break down the vibe during Bears exit interviews for the 2023 season. How was everyone feelin'? Plus, t...
Bears season ends - who stays & who goes?
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears season ends with a dud in Green Bay as they can't get it done, again, vs. the Packers. What are Hoge & Jahns' first impressions of the end o...
Justin Fields' LAST chance vs. Packers? Picks & Preview with Matt Schneidman
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could Sunday at Lambeau be Justin Fields' last chance at taming the Packers as a Chicago Bear? We've got Matt Schneidman in the house for the Green Ba...
Josh Lucas talks Justin Fields debate, No. 1 pick, more big decisions
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have the Bears already made up their mind on Justin Fields? What goes down during those end-of-season type meetings? We've got Josh Lucas back to shed...
Bears clinch #1 overall pick & WIN vs. Falcons - instant reaction
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears have clinched the number 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, and just kicked some Falcon tail to top it off. Let's react with Hoge & Jahns...
Do the Falcons want Justin Fields? with Josh Kendall + Picks & Predictions
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much fire is there to the smoke around Justin Fields being a main target for the Atlanta Falcons this coming offseason? With the Bears facing them...
BEARS WIN vs. Cardinals & what we've learned about Justin Fields
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What have we learned definitively about Justin Fields up to this point, and what do we think Ryan Poles has learned? Let's dig into the win over the C...
Fishbain's "Not-So-Fun" Facts + Cardinals Picks & Predictions
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain is known for his obscure-yet-informative Bears facts on Twitter. But sometimes they can be NOT on the fun side. So Kevin has prepared s...
Former GM on Justin Fields decision, Getsy & more
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL's Exec of the Year in 2000 and former long-time NFL GM Randy Mueller, currently at The Athletic, joins Hoge & Jahns for some unique perspectiv...
Bears lose in VERY Bears fashion @ Browns
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How did Justin Fields go 19/40 and still have a chance to win the game at the end? How did the Bears lose with a defensive performance with 4 sacks an...
What we learned from Kevin Warren, Ngakoue's injury & Browns preview
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What did Jahns learn from his conversation with Kevin Warren about how he plans to address changes for the Bears? We dive inside the article before we...
Matt Eberflus convos & Bears broadcasts with Adam Amin
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You heard his voice narrate that beautiful Bears victory on Sunday, now Adam Amin returns to Hoge & Jahns to compare and contrast the two versions of ...
How big was this Lions win for Eberflus & Fields?
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How big was this win over a GOOD team, and a DIVISIONAL opponent for Matt Eberflus and Justin Fields? And how 'bout that defense? Hoge & Jahns broadca...
Justin Fields' comments, Mailbag & Lions Picks & Predictions
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What should we make of how Justin Fields ended this week's press conference? How important are these last games for him? Let's listen back to the audi...
Should the Bears hire Jim Harbaugh? with Nick Baumgardner
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should the Bears target Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh if they let Eberflus go? Long-time Michigan reporter and The Athletic's own Nick Baumgardner ...
Top 5 Bears draft prospects with Josh Lucas
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we arrive at the BYE for the Bears, let's pull back and project a few months ahead. Who will be on the top of the Bears' board? What are they ultim...
Bears sneak past Vikings & how important was this win?
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How important was this win for Justin Fields? How about Coach Eberflus? And what should we read, if anything, into this defense coming on so hot latel...
Bears coaching candidates, Bears @ Vikings preview & what's on the line for Eberflus?
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is this a must-win game for Matt Eberflus to make his case to stick around? What about Justin Fields? Alec Lewis joins the show again for some nice Mi...
Bears Media Roundtable: Justin Fields' future, Matt Eberflus & what's left in 2023
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Time to ASSEMBLE our Bears Media Roundtable as we find the Bears at yet another crossroads. Do they commit to Justin Fields, go draft a QB, stick with...
Bears let one slip away @ Lions - postgame reaction
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns react to the fourth quarter disaster in Detroit as your Bears let a big lead fall away late against the Lions. Who is to blame? How did J...
Bears @ Lions Preview, Predictions & Picks with Colton Pouncy
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will Justin Fields get the Bears back to winning divisional games against the Lions in week 11? We're previewing all the action with The Athletic's Co...
Bears QB prospect watch with Nate Tice
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should the Bears be in on Drake Maye, or Caleb Williams, or even a QB at all in 2024? Nate Tice joins Hoge & Jahns for his evaluations so far of the Q...
Bears edge Panthers, on track for #1 pick
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears (somehow) won on Thursday Night Football, keeping their hopes for the number one overall pick in 2024 in sight. How do we feel about Tyson B...
Bears vs. Panthers SHOWDOWN & Justin Fields update
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday's game has big draft implications for the Bears for multiple reasons. Time to fully dig into both sides of the equation with our Panthers rep...
Bears fall @ Saints & the defense can't get going
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What should we think about the week 9 loss? It wasn't all bad, right? Jahns reports LIVE from New Orleans as he and Hoge react to Bagent, turnovers, l...
Montez Sweat trade, coaching change & Poles has Eberflus' back
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who are the Bears getting in Montez Sweat, exactly? Ben Standig of The Athletic covered him in Washington, and joins Hoge & Jahns to give us a sense o...
Jaylon Johnson's trade request & Dane Brugler on latest prospect news
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What should we make of Jaylon Johnson's request for a trade? What moves, if any, do we expect or hope for? Hoge & Jahns go LIVE on YouTube with the la...
Bears can't stop Herbert & Chargers - postgame feat. Kevin Fishbain
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears couldn't stop Justin Herbert and the Chargers in week 8, as they fall to 2-6 as the trade deadline approaches. Kevin Fishbain fills in for H...
Bears @ Chargers Preview, Predictions & Picks with Daniel Popper
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will Bagent make it two in a row? Daniel Popper, Chargers writer for The Athletic, stops by to help preview the matchup the Bears are facing this week...
Crossover with CHGO! More on Bagent, Fields & week 8
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're headed to week 8 and facing the Chargers. If both QBs are healthy, what do you do? Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. of CHGO stop by for some Tues...
Bears beat Raiders & Tyson Bagent gets first win
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns bring you some instant reaction to the Bears' 30-12 victory over the Raiders in week 7. Is there more to take away than just another win?...
Raiders @ Bears Preview, Predictions & Picks with Vic Tafur
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Time for the first ever Bagent Bowl in Chicago as your Bears host the also-struggling Raiders. Who comes out on top? We're welcoming The Athletic's Vi...
Bagent Time & a hypothetical Justin Fields convo
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain sits in for the entire show as the Bears deal with the reality of Justin Fields' injury, Tyson Bagent moving to QB1, and the Raiders on...
Bears fall to Vikings & Justin Fields gets injured
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns react to the Bears' week 6 loss against the Vikings. What do we know as of now about Justin Fields' injury? How long will Bagent be the g...
Vikings @ Bears Preview, Predictions & Picks with Alec Lewis
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can the Bears make it two in a row? Will the Justin Jefferson-less Vikings stand in their way? Alec Lewis returns to break down the matchup with Hoge ...
More DJ Moore, Justin Fields & guest Jarrett Payton!
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jarrett Payton joins Hoge & Jahns LIVE to discuss the Bears' season so far, DJ Moore coming on strong, Justin Fields this season and beyond, plus some...
BEARS WIN vs. Commanders - postgame on the road!
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears got their first win of the season against the Commanders. So Hoge & Jahns have to react at the first possible moment, even if that moment mi...
Josh Lucas talks Bears' biggest issues, film analysis, Fields & more
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the glaring concerns and needs following the week 4 loss to Denver? Josh Lucas returns to Hoge & Jahns to give his perspective on what he saw...
Bears can't hold on vs. Broncos, postgame reaction
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears' 14th consecutive loss game in ugly fashion as they blow a huge lead to arguably the worst team they'll face the rest of the season. So what...
Bears & Broncos Battle for the Bottom with Nick Kosmider
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Chicago Bears get the Denver Broncos coming off a 70 point loss. Surely this is the Bears' bounce back week, right? But what happens if it isn't? ...
It's time to talk about the defense
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns take time away from the Justin Fields and coaching convo to ask some questions about this Bears defense, with some alarming stats to brin...
Bears can't compete in KC - is this rock bottom?
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Chicago Bears barely showed up to play Sunday with a 41-10 blowout loss to the Chiefs for their 13th straight loss. Have we hit rock bottom, or co...
Justin Fields' press conference, Alan Williams & a weird Bears week
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Fishbain stops by Hoge & Jahns to help the guys process a wild 24 hours for the Bears, with Justin Fields' press conference going viral, coachin...
Dianna Russini on current Bears drama, Justin Fields outlook & more
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Athletic's Dianna Russini joins Hoge & Jahns to share some insight on what she's hearing around the league regarding Justin Fields, and also some ...
Bears fall to Bucs in week 2 - how bad is it?
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns bring you their initial postgame reactions following the Bears' week 2 loss in Tampa Bay, including the Fields pick six, coaching questio...
Early Justin Fields concerns with Tim Jenkins & Bears week 2 picks
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
QB coach and frequent film breakdown-er of Justin Fields, Tim Jenkins joins the pod to shed some light on his recent analysis of Justin Fields' week o...
What we learned from the week 1 loss
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What did we learn about this Bears team from week 1? We looked at the stats, and Jahns has some to bring to the air that might be worth a discussion. ...
Bears fall to Packers in opener - who's to blame?
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hoge & Jahns go LIVE on YouTube to give instant thoughts on the blowout loss to the Packers in the opener, updated perspective on Justin Fields and Jo...
Week 1 Packers Preview with Mike Heller & Picks!
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Week 1 is officially here! Time to talk some Packers with friend of the show Mike Heller to get some Green Bay perspective. Who will he pick to take h...