Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

How did DJ Moore react to the Bears trading Justin Fields?

22 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from Bears receiver DJ Moore, who on 670 The Score in Chicago spoke for the first time since Chicago traded quarterb...

[FULL EPISODE] A lot of signs are pointing toward the Bears drafting Caleb Williams

22 Mar 2024

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It's looking more and more like quarterback Caleb Williams and the Bears are marching toward a union. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have insight on the...

What does Keenan Allen know about Caleb Williams?

21 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what new Bears receiver Keenan Allen had to say during his first press conference in Chicago about how well he knows...

Caleb Williams again displayed confidence at his pro day

21 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the big show that was USC quarterback Caleb Williams' pro day. Williams once again showed us his easy confidence ...

How should we manage expectations for Caleb Williams?

21 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a discussion on what type of expectations we should have for quarterback Caleb Williams if the Bears do draft him at...

[FULL EPISODE] Did we learn anything about Caleb Williams at the USC pro day?

20 Mar 2024

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The evaluation of USC quarterback Caleb Williams continues. The presumptive top pick in the NFL Draft worked out Wednesday for league executives and c...

Kyle Long reflects on parts of his Bears career

20 Mar 2024

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Dan Wiederer and former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long look back at parts of Long's career in Chicago and dive into how cruel the NFL can be someti...

Kyle Long is excited for what's next for the Bears

20 Mar 2024

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Dan Wiederer and former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long take a look at the Bears' near future, which is likely to include the addition of USC quarte...

Kyle Long thinks the Justin Fields trade was best for both sides

20 Mar 2024

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Dan Wiederer and former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long discuss Chicago's trade of quarterback Justin Fields to Pittsburgh. It was a move that Long ...

[FULL EPISODE] Kyle Long believes Bears are making right decisions for their future

19 Mar 2024

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It's a special edition of Take The North, as former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long joins the pod! Long talks with Dan Wiederer about what he thinks...

The Bears did the right thing by trading Justin Fields

18 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer explain why the Bears trading Justin Fields and (likely) targeting Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL ...

The Bears trading Justin Fields was what needed to be done

18 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the weak return the Bears received in exchange for trading quarterback Justin Fields to the Steelers. Haugh expla...

Why was Justin Fields' trade value so low?

18 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer share what their initial reaction was when they learned the Bears had traded quarterback Justin Fields to the Steelers —...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears trade Justin Fields to Steelers

17 Mar 2024

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The move most of us were expecting finally happened. The Bears have traded quarterback Justin Fields. Chicago sent him to the Pittsburgh Steelers in e...

Keenan Allen is a welcome addition to the Bears

16 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the Bears trading for six-time Pro Bowl receiver Keenan Allen. It's a big swing that immediately makes the Bears...

The Justin Fields conversations are getting exhausting

16 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer lament having the same conversations about Bears quarterback Justin Fields over and over. Everyone needs a decision to be...

We've got more details on some Bears free-agent additions

16 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have done a bit more homework on what brought some of the Bears' free-agent signings to Chicago, and they bring forth the...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears trade for Keenan Allen!

15 Mar 2024

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We've been waiting for Bears general manager Ryan Poles to make a big addition, and he delivered! The Bears have traded a fourth-round pick to the Cha...

Bears cannot keep Justin Fields and draft Caleb Williams

15 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the continued presence of Justin Fields on the Bears' roster. It's still expected that Fields is moved at some po...

Kevin Byard was impressive in his first Bears press conference

15 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from safety Kevin Byard, who spoke to the media for the first time since signing with the Bears. It sounds like his ...

Ryan Poles continues his cautious approach to free agency

15 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer don't think it's time to panic as the Bears make mid-level moves during free agency. We would like them to still add in a...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears continue being tactical with free-agent signings

14 Mar 2024

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The new league year is officially here, and the Bears continue to add new players in free agency. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer examine the players who...

BONUS: Michael Lombardi believes Bears need face reality on Justin Fields

14 Mar 2024

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On the Mully & Haugh Show, former NFL executive Michael Lombardi discussed why Bears quarterback Justin Fields hasn't been traded yet and why his valu...

BONUS: Dan Wiederer talks Justin Fields' trade market on 670 The Score

13 Mar 2024

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Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show on 670 The Score to discuss Bears quarterback Justin Fields' trade market — or the lack thereof. Why hasn...

Jaylon Johnson opened up about off-field struggles during 2023 season

12 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss what Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson shared Monday at his first press conference since signing his four-year cont...

The Bears are now saying Chicago's lakefront is the target for a new stadium

12 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the Bears claiming they're now targeting the Chicago lakefront for their new stadium, as they've pledged $2 bill...

Bears sign Kevin Byard and D'Andre Swift

12 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at the Bears' initial additions in free agency. Safety Kevin Byard seems to fill an immediate need, but was running ...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears make initial splashes in free agency, claim lakefront is now stadium location focus

11 Mar 2024

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The first day of NFL free agency has been a busy one for the Bears — but mostly off the field. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer break it all down. The t...

BONUS: Mailbag episode!

09 Mar 2024

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Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski take Bears questions from listeners! Submit future questions to [email protected] or @TakeTheNorthPo...

What's next in the Caleb Williams evaluation?

08 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer preview what's coming up next for the Bears as they get to know USC quarterback Caleb Williams more. What are we learning...

Where will Ryan Bates play for the Bears?

08 Mar 2024

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The Bears traded a fifth-round pick to the Bills for offensive lineman Ryan Bates. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss what role Bates could play for...

David wants the Bears to sign Saquon Barkley

08 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer consider possible targets for the Bears in free agency. Haugh loves the idea of bringing in running back Saquon Barkley, ...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears trade for Ryan Bates, reach contract extension with Jaylon Johnson

08 Mar 2024

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Well, it's been an eventful week for the Bears! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer are here to break it all down for you. What role will offensive lineman R...

Caleb Williams is definitely comfortable in his own skin

06 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the personality that we're beginning to see in Caleb Williams. There's little doubt that Williams is both confide...

The Bears organization needs to learn to handle success

06 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer reflect on when they've seen the Bears experience success and seemingly be set up for success for years to come. It seems...

Did Caleb Williams not doing medicals slow down when Bears might trade Justin Fields?

06 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss Caleb Williams declining to undergo a medical evaluation at the NFL Combine. Instead, he plans to only do medical...

[FULL EPISODE] What's next for the Bears in their pre-draft process?

05 Mar 2024

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The NFL Combine is in the rearview mirror, but the Bears' work evaluating quarterback prospects isn't done yet. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss h...

What did Caleb Williams think of his visit with the Bears?

03 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what USC quarterback Caleb Williams thought of his visit with Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Matt E...

Could Caleb Williams be an immediate upgrade over Justin Fields?

03 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss whether drafting Caleb Williams would immediately give the Bears a better passer than Justin Fields. To learn m...

Caleb Williams seems to have 'won' his NFL Combine press conference

03 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from expected No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams, who the guys believe "won" his press conference at the NFL Combine...

[FULL EPISODE] Caleb Williams isn't afraid to chase history if drafted by Bears

02 Mar 2024

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The presumptive top pick in the NFL Draft took the podium as NFL Combine week wound down. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer go over all that USC quarterbac...

Caleb Williams cleared up if he would force a trade away from Bears

01 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss USC quarterback Caleb Williams telling ESPN reporter Pete Thamel in a recent article that he'd be excited to join...

Is Caleb Williams mentally ready to handle possibly being Bears QB?

01 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer consider the mental fortitude that Caleb Williams will need to survive as the Bears' starting quarterback. To learn mor...

Is there an update on a possible Justin Fields trade?

01 Mar 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the latest rumors about where Bears quarterback Justin Fields could be possibly be traded. Are the Falcons truly ...

[FULL EPISODE] Caleb Williams is the hot topic at the NFL Combine

29 Feb 2024

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What the Bears will do with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft is the biggest buzz at the NFL Combine this year. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer dis...

Matt Eberflus talked QB traits at the NFL Combine

29 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what Bears head coach Matt Eberflus told the media about the type of traits he looks for in a quarterback. It really...

Ryan Poles wants to 'do right' by Justin Fields

29 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer listen to pieces of what Bears general manager Ryan Poles had to say at the NFL Combine, which included him saying the te...

Bears feel good about chances of re-signing Jaylon Johnson

29 Feb 2024

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It's been a weird last year for Bears star cornerback Jaylon Johnson, but general manager Ryan Poles is at least telling the media he's pretty confide...

[FULL EPISODE] Ryan Poles & Matt Eberflus offer little about QB plans at NFL Combine

27 Feb 2024

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It's NFL Combine time, which means we got to hear from both Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Matt Eberflus while they're in Indianapoli...

Justin Fields Is Gone | 1st & Pod

25 Feb 2024

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From 1st & Pod (subscribe here): Danny Parkins and Andrew Fillipponi react to Bears quarterback Justin Fields' comments on the St. Brown Brothers podc...

BONUS: Mailbag episode!

24 Feb 2024

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The mail is here! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer answer questions from listeners. Submit future questions via email ([email protected]) or on Tw...

Shane Waldron gave us nothing in his first press conference

23 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer review the job that new Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron did in tap dancing around quarterback questions during ...

Justin Fields unfollowing the Bears turned out to mean nothing

23 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to Justin Fields explaining on the St. Brown Brothers podcast why he unfollowed the Bears on Instagram. It turns ou...

Eric Washington explained his role as a non-play-calling DC

23 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss new Bears defensive coordinator Eric Washington's introductory press conference Thursday. Washington explained wh...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears introduce Shane Waldron & Eric Washington

23 Feb 2024

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The Bears have officially announced their new coaching staff, which means we finally get to hear from the new coordinators! David Haugh and Dan Wieder...

Is Kevin Warren playing a dangerous game in finding an area for a new stadium?

22 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the latest rumors about the Bears' attempt to find a location to build a new stadium. Does team president Kevin ...

How close are the Bears to figuring out their QB plan?

22 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss reports that the Bears could have a quarterback plan ready by the time they're at the NFL Combine next week. To...

Dan got a lot of replies to a tweet and almost no one understood the assignment

22 Feb 2024

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Dan Wiederer had David Haugh and producer Adam Studzinski check out the replies to a tweet of his about Bears quarterback Justin Fields' future contra...

Will the Bears have a quarterback plan in place by the NFL Scouting Combine? | The Daily Score

21 Feb 2024

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From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Will the Bears have a quarterback plan in place by the start of the NFL Scouting Combine next week? Chicago ha...

[FULL EPISODE] Are the Bears close to having a plan for what they will do at QB?

20 Feb 2024

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The offseason rumors are in full swing! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer go over the latest ones surrounding the Bears and what they could potentially do ...

A goodbye to Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair

17 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer reflect on the time Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair spent with the Bears, after the team announced both players are bein...

How much is Kevin Warren involved in football decisions?

17 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a discussion on the relationship between Kevin Warren and Ryan Poles. Just how involved in making football decisions...

Kevin Warren opens up about stadium timeline, Justin Fields

17 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what Kevin Warren said in a recent interview about both a timeline for locking in a new stadium location and what he...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears release Eddie Jackson & Cody Whitehair

15 Feb 2024

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The Bears have decided to move on from two of their longest tenured players. The team has announced they've released Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair....

The Chiefs are never fazed because of who their QB is

14 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer reflect on the Super Bowl. The Chiefs truly never seem to lose belief that they can win any game, and it's because their ...

Reaction to a few viral Bears social media moments

14 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer need to discuss a couple of Bears-related viral moments from Super Bowl week. That includes a less-than-stellar review of...

A look at the latest Bears rumors

14 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer dive into the latest rumors surrounding the Bears, who once again hold the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft. The Bears...

[FULL EPISODE] Our Super Bowl takeaways, catching up on the latest Bears rumors

13 Feb 2024

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The NFL season has officially come to a close, with the Chiefs once again winning the Super Bowl. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer offer their reactions t...

Devin Hester locked up his title as the greatest kick returner

10 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer reflect on the amazing career of legendary Bears return man Devin Hester, who Wiederer describes as simply "a feeling." ...

Devin Hester played mind games with his opponent

10 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer detail how Bears legend Devin Hester would get into the heads of opposing kickers and punters before games. Also, produce...

'Mongo' was an underrated piece of an all-time defense

10 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss legendary Bears defensive lineman Steve "Mongo" McMichael being elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. To le...

[FULL EPISODE] Devin Hester & Steve 'Mongo' McMichael are officially Hall of Famers!

10 Feb 2024

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It's official. Two all-time Bears, Devin Hester and Steve "Mongo" McMichael, have been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame! David Haugh and Dan W...

Luke Getsy is getting a new offensive coordinator job

07 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the news of Luke Getsy getting the offensive coordinator job with the Raiders. It sounds like some people around...

We've got more reports about a potential new Bears stadium

07 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the latest Bears stadium news. A new report indicates the team would like to ultimately build its next stadium in...

Is there a way to responsibly navigate all the Caleb Williams rumors?

07 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the latest rumors surrounding USC quarterback Caleb Williams, the expected No. 1 overall draft pick. How can we r...

[FULL EPISODE] The Caleb Williams speculation simply won't stop

06 Feb 2024

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It seems like we can't go a week without more rumors and speculation about likely No. 1 draft pick Caleb Williams. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discus...

Why is Ben Johnson staying in Detroit?

03 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson choosing to stick around in Detroit after it was widely assumed he'd tak...

Some of our preseason Bears predictions were spot on

03 Feb 2024

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David Haugh, Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski take a look back at their preseason Bears predictions. We're not going to lie — we nailed som...

Why were more defense-leaning head coaches hired during this cycle?

03 Feb 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer ponder why we saw more defensive-minded coaches hired for the top jobs during the coaching carousel this year. It's surpr...

[FULL EPISODE] A look back at our 2023 Bears preseason predictions

02 Feb 2024

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With another Bears season come and gone, it's time for us to rewind and see how we did in our preseason predictions! David Haugh, Dan Wiederer and pro...

BONUS: Teddy Greenstein offers insight on Carl and Caleb Williams

31 Jan 2024

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Dan Wiederer sat down for a chat with Teddy Greenstein, the player development manager at PointsBet. Greenstein recently co-authored a booked called "...

Why were people reading so much into a Justin Fields hype video?

30 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the Justin Fields highlight video that the Bears posted on social media. We aren't supposed to read anything into...

What we learned on Championship Sunday

30 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer reflect on the AFC and NFC Championship games. What were their biggest takeaways? And were there any lessons the Bears ca...

What is Eric Washington's coaching history?

30 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the Bears hiring Eric Washington as their new defensive coordinator. What type of background does Washington have...

[FULL EPISODE] Eric Washington is the new Bears defensive coordinator

30 Jan 2024

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The Bears continue to finish building their retooled coaching staff, with Eric Washington being hired as the team's new defensive coordinator. David H...

What has made Ben Johnson an attractive head coaching candidate?

27 Jan 2024

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Dan Wiederer chats with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press about Lions offensive coordinate Ben Johnson. What has Johnson done with the Lions offe...

The impact of Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell on the Lions

27 Jan 2024

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Dan Wiederer talks with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press about how the Lions have built their team up under the leadership of general manager Br...

[FULL EPISODE] Dave Birkett breaks down the Lions' rise to the NFC Championship game

26 Jan 2024

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It's a special edition of Take The North, as Dan Wiederer is joined by longtime Lions reporter Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press! Birkett helps u...

BONUS: Dan Wiederer talks Jim Harbaugh taking Chargers job on 670 The Score

25 Jan 2024

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Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan to take the Chargers' head coaching job. Did the Bears miss an opp...

Thoughts on the Bears hiring Shane Waldron

24 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look into new Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's coaching history and offer their thoughts on his hiring. To l...

Takeaways from the divisional round of the playoffs

24 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer looked back at the divisional round of the NFL playoffs through a Bears lens. As Matt Eberflus is set to enter his third ...

Bears are finally interviewing defensive coordinator candidates

24 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the Bears' search for a defensive coordinator. We found out former Bears safety Chris Harris, who has been making...

[FULL EPISODE] Bears hiring Shane Waldron as offensive coordinator

23 Jan 2024

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After interviewing a bunch of candidates, the Bears have landed on former Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron to take over the same gig in Ch...

Kliff Kingsbury is an intriguing Bears offensive coordinator candidate

20 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the Bears interviewing former Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury for their offensive coordinator job. Kingsbury...

Who does Daniel Jeremiah have the Bears taking in his first mock draft?

20 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at whom NFL draft expert Daniel Jeremiah has the Bears selecting with their top two picks in the NFL Draft. It serve...

Jaylon Johnson is looking for a big payday

20 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Weiderer react to Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson telling Keyshawn Johnson on All Facts No Brakes that he believes he has the cred...

[FULL EPISODE] Kliff notes: Bears interview UCS's Kingsbury for OC job

19 Jan 2024

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The Bears continue their search for a new offensive coordinator, and an intriguing name has entered the conversation. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer rea...

Caleb Williams officially declares for the NFL Draft (full episode)

16 Jan 2024

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Well, it's official. USC quarterback Caleb Williams, the likely No. 1 overall pick, has declared for the NFL Draft. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react...

Caleb Williams makes it official

16 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss USC quarterback Caleb Williams officially declaring for the NFL Draft. To learn more about listener data and ou...

Experts are sharing what they'd do with the top draft pick

16 Jan 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer check out what draft experts are saying about USC quarterback Caleb Williams, the likely No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Dr...