Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast
Episodes
BONUS: Bears Secure 1st Overall | '1st & Pod'
09 Jan 2023
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From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Danny and Andrew react to the Lions sending the Packers home, Buffalo's movie-like start to the game, what happens ...
Postgame pod: Bears lose to Vikings, will pick #1 in NFL draft
09 Jan 2023
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The Bears did it! They lost to the Vikings 29-13, marking their 10th loss in a row. And, because the Texans beat the Colts, the Bears will have the #1...
Damar Hamlin reactions, Justin Fields' season comes to a close (Full episode)
06 Jan 2023
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It's our Jackie Robinson episode! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hit to all fields in their 42nd episode. They offer their thoughts on Damar Hamlin coll...
Reacting to Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest on Monday Night Football
06 Jan 2023
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer share their own reactions to what happened in the Bills-Bengals Monday Night game, which saw Damar Hamlin collapse and su...
Initial takeaways from Justin Fields' season
06 Jan 2023
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Now that we know Justin Fields' season is in the books, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer offer up some initial thoughts on the Bears' QB1 and what he stil...
Celebrating Virginia McCaskey's 100th birthday
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bears matriarch Virginia McCaskey marked her 100th birthday this week. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer reflect on her remarkable life. To learn more ab...
FANTASY LOOK: Who Has No Motivation To Win... | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'
06 Jan 2023
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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach discuss the motivation and outlook for teams that have no incentive to win in Week 18, such a...
The Bears have opened door to Justin Fields sitting against the Vikings (Full episode)
03 Jan 2023
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer offer a more thorough breakdown of the Bears 41-10 loss to the Lions. Justin Fields and the offense regressed and fell in...
Justin Fields fell back into some bad habits against the Lions
03 Jan 2023
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The entire Bears offense was bad against the Lions, including the quarterback. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at the game Justin Fields had...was t...
What was going on with Dante Pettis in the Lions game?
03 Jan 2023
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at a funky situation during the Bears loss to the Lions, where Dante Pettis went into concussion protocol, was clear...
Ryan Poles' next challenge is building the Bears roster up
03 Jan 2023
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look ahead to what's next for the Bears. Included in the next steps is the fact Ryan Poles tore down this roster since ta...
Postgame pod: Bears get embarrassed by Lions in Detroit
02 Jan 2023
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Well. That was pretty ugly. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer offer their initial reactions after the Bears got slammed by the Lions on New Year's Day, 41-...
BONUS: Who's the Better Future Team - Bears or Lions? | '1st & Pod'
31 Dec 2022
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From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Andrew and Zach wonder how much rust Jalen Hurts could have going into the playoffs, Derek Carr's next team, if Dan...
BONUS BET: +340 Dolphins, Colts & Bears Boost | 'BetQL Daily Boost'
31 Dec 2022
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From 'BetQL Daily Boost' (subscribe here), Kate, Lucy and Rick bring you an NFL odds boost ahead of this weekend's slate of games on the Dolphins, Col...
Kevin Warren could become the next Bears president, previewing the Lions (Full episode)
30 Dec 2022
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We have a late season twist as it's been reported Big 10 commissioner Kevin Warren is in the running to replace Ted Phillips as the Bears team preside...
Cole Kmet wins the Jeff Dickerson Good Guy Award
30 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss Cole Kmet being awarded the Jeff Dickerson Good Guy Award for the 2022 season. The award is named for long-time B...
Kevin Warren is reportedly in the running to be the next Bears team president
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Big 10 commissioner Kevin Warren is reportedly a candidate to replace Ted Phillips as Bears team president. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer offer up thei...
A preview of Bears vs Lions
30 Dec 2022
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The Bears are taking on the Lions for their 2nd to last game of the season. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer break down the matchup, and look at how the L...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer on 670 The Score discussing Justin Fields' development
28 Dec 2022
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Dan Wiederer spoke with Mark Grote and Tom Thayer on 670 The Score in Chicago about the continued development of Justin Fields. Dan also touched on wh...
Breaking down the Bears 8th loss in a row (Full episode)
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well...the losing streak is now at eight, as the Bears lost to the Bills 35-13 on Christmas Eve. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer dive into the loss, whic...
The Bears have a LONG way to go before they're competitive
27 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss just how far the Bears have to go before they're truly competitive. They can't possibly fill all these holes in o...
The talent disparity was glaring against the Bills, giving out game balls
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this segment, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at how glaring the talent difference was between the Bears and bills on Christmas Eve. They also gi...
How did Justin Fields fair vs the Bills?
27 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer breakdown Justin Fields' performance against the Bills on Christmas Eve. To learn more about listener data and our priv...
FANTASY LOOK: Week 16 Takeaways Pt. I | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'
26 Dec 2022
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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach share their thoughts on Tyler Allgeier & Drake London, Mark Andrews continued struggles, usef...
BONUS BET: Bills -8.5 @ Bears | Cash the Ticket
24 Dec 2022
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From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here), Can the Bills finally cover more than a touchdown spread? Will Mike keep betting on the Bills? Download the l...
BONUS: Right Now - Fields or Allen? | '1st & Pod'
24 Dec 2022
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From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), The guys discuss if the Patriots can recover from last week's horrendous loss by beating Cincinnati, if Baltimore f...
Bears prep for a bitterly cold game against the Bills (Full episode)
23 Dec 2022
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The Bears will look to once again hang with one of the best teams in the NFL as the Bills are bringing a big freeze to Chicago for Christmas Eve! Davi...
How will the Bears and Bills handle the bitter cold in Chicago?
23 Dec 2022
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It's supposed to be pretty damn cold at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer ponder how the extreme conditions might affect bo...
What's going on with Cairo Santos?
23 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer are wondering what's been going on with Cairo Santos' missed kicks this season, after he'd been so consistent for most of...
The Bears have ZERO pro bowlers?!
23 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the fact the Bears, along with the Jaguars, have NO Pro Bowl players for this season. Should we really be surpri...
BONUS: Bears Are Battling, But... | 'In the Huddle'
23 Dec 2022
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From 'In The Huddle' (subscribe here), Carl and Baldy go through the list of teams who are getting hot at the right time like the Bills, Lions, and 49...
FANTASY LOOK: Cole Kmet's Value in the Cold | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'
22 Dec 2022
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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach discuss their tight end rankings for Week 16, including Dallas Goedert, Evan Engram, Cole Kme...
Fully unpacking the Bears loss to the Eagles (Full episode)
20 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer are back with a closer look at the Bears 25-20 loss to the Eagles. Justin Fields surpassed 1,000 yards rushing on the sea...
A brief look ahead to the Bills
20 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer take a short look ahead to the Bills, who the Bears are set tp play on Christmas Eve. Plus, Dan owes David and producer A...
Tying up some loose ends coming out of the Eagles game
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer update the latest Bears injury news and move through a few important developments coming out of the loss to the Eagles. T...
Justin Fields keeps doing special things
20 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer take their weekly zoom in on Justin Fields, who continues to dazzle in the run game while improving his passing game. T...
BONUS: Justin Fields Looks Better Than Jalen Hurts | '1st & Pod'
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Danny is very concerned about the Chief's defense as the season starts to wind down, if there is a Super Bowl path ...
Postgame pod: Bears lose 7th straight game
19 Dec 2022
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The Bears lost their 7th straight game, this time 25-20 to the Eagles. However, there remains some optimism around this team as they stayed competitiv...
Bears will hope to keep it close against the Eagles this week (Full episode)
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears (the worst team in the NFC) are getting ready to face the Eagles (the best team in the NFC). What could go wrong?! David Haugh and Dan Wiede...
Discussing how success can be contagious
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer continue an ongoing discussion surrounding whether or not it's truly important for a young team to "learn how to win." A ...
Who thinks the Bears can keep the game close against the Eagles?
16 Dec 2022
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David Haugh, Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski give their predictions for Bears vs Eagles. Dan also reminds us of some painful memories the Ea...
How the Eagles have had sustained success
16 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at the way the Eagles have built their team as a model the Bears should consider following as they look for their ow...
FANTASY LOOK: Can Fields Hold His Own vs. Philly | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here) - Faraz & Zach discuss their quarterback rankings for Week 15 with Josh Allen and Jalen Hurts leading the w...
The bye week is over and it's onto the Eagles! (Full episode)
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears (finally) got their bye week and are preparing to take on one of the NFL's best teams in the Eagles. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer wonder if ...
So just how important is draft position?
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the Bears continue to plummet towards a rather high draft pick, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look into the history of teams trading away a high pic...
The Eagles can be a measuring stick for the Bears
13 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer welcome the Bears challenge against the Eagles as this presents an opportunity for the Bears to measure up their roster a...
When will we see more of Chase Claypool?
13 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer are beginning to wonder when we will finally see the Bears utilize Chase Claypool more. How much more adjustment period d...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer discusses potential Bears offensive changes on 670 The Score
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our own Dan Wiederer was on Chicago's 670 The Score with Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi to go over possible offensive adjustments the Bears could have...
We've finally arrived at the Bears bye week (Full episode)
09 Dec 2022
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It's December and we have finally reached the Bears bye week. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a look at the limited amount of QB runs the Bears had ...
What's the best way to truly discuss Justin Fields' impact?
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer wonder if the best way to gauge the impact Justin Fields is having for the Bears goes beyond some of the standard metrics...
How might the Bears continue adjusting their offense during the bye week?
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During the "mini-bye" we saw the Bears make a lot of changes with the way they run their offense. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss how we might se...
A quick evaluation of the Bears rookies at the bye
09 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a look at how the Bears rookies have performed as we hit the bye week. To learn more about listener data and our p...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer talks Bears late game struggles on 670 The Score
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our own Dan Wiederer talked with the Mully & Haugh show on 670 The Score in Chicago about the Bears inability to close out games this season. To lea...
A full breakdown of the Bears loss to the Packers (Full episode)
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer are here to look at every detail of the latest Bears loss to the Packers. Justin Fields shined, yet still needs work in s...
Aaron Rodgers had some high praise for Jaylon Johnson
06 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss Jaylon Johnson's reaction to some high praise from Aaron Rodgers, who more than once called Johnson a premiere pl...
There is a lot of work for the Bears to do before they're good
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at the dynamic between the 2022 "tank season" and what realistic expectations should be in 2023. To learn more abo...
Justin Fields' fourth quarter numbers need to be improved
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Fields is turning into an electric player, but David Haugh and Dan Wiederer point out some flaws in his game that need improving. To learn mo...
Postgame pod: Bears lose to the Packers...again
05 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the Bears 28-19 loss at home to the Packers. Even though the result was the same...did this one feel a bit diffe...
BONUS: The Bears Season We Didn't See Coming | '1st & Pod'
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), hosts Andrew Fillipponi and Danny Parkins change their tune on an NFC East team, someone is still skeptical of the ...
It's Bears-Packers week...need we say more? (Full episode)
02 Dec 2022
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Bears-Packers week is here once again and Justin Fields could be playing! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer update the health of Fields, plus the guys expl...
Might Bears fans actually miss Aaron Rodgers when he's gone?
02 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer explain in this segment why Aaron Rodgers' passion for the Bears-Packers rivalry is a reason they think Bears fans will m...
The Bears have a chance against the Packers if Justin Fields plays
02 Dec 2022
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It's time for predictions and key numbers for Bears vs Packers in this segment. David Haugh, Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski all have simila...
What matters for Justin Fields the rest of the season
02 Dec 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss what is important for Justin Fields in the rest of this Bears season, plus what Fields might have learned from be...
Sifting through all the news after another Bears loss (Full episode)
29 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a lot to get to after the Bears loss to the Jets. In this episode, the guys update injury news to key players, inclu...
How is the HITS principle holding up?
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss Matt Eberflus's HITS principle as the Bears continue trying to work out of what is now a five-game losing streak....
Cole Kmet hopes Aaron Rodgers plays
29 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer briefly look ahead to the Bears next opponent: the Green Bay Packers, who have had their own struggles this year and are ...
Trying to count up all the injuries the Bears suffered against the Jets
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Bears walked away from the loss to the Jets with more injures to key positions, including WR Darnell Mooney who is expected to miss the rest of th...
Postgame pod: The Bears losing streak hits five
28 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the Bears 31-10 loss to the Jets. This one not only saw Justin Fields miss the game with his shoulder injury, bu...
Justin Fields has a shoulder injury...now what? (Full episode)
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The long holiday weekend isn't preventing us from dropping episode 30 on Black Friday! In this episode, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss every asp...
Can the Bears beat the Jets?? (lol probably not)
25 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer predict the winner of Bears @ Jets, plus go over some of Dan's key numbers for the game. To learn more about listener d...
Some odds and ends heading into the Jets game
25 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer tie up a few loose ends before the Bears game against the Jets on Sunday. To learn more about listener data and our pri...
Can/should Justin Fields play through his injury?
25 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the significance of Justin Fields' shoulder injury and whether or not they think he should attempt to play throug...
FANTASY BONUS: Justin Fields Injury Looming | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From the "Upper Hand Fantasy" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Faraz & Zach share their quarterback rankings for Week 12, including Tua coming off a bye, La...
It's time to fully breakdown the fallout from the Bears loss to the Falcons (Full episode)
22 Nov 2022
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Once again, we've got a TON to discuss about this 3-8 Bears team! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer are here to offer the latest they have on Justin Fields...
The good and the bad from Justin Fields against the Falcons
22 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer break down every aspect of Justin Fields' performance in the Bears loss to the Falcons. To learn more about listener da...
What is Justin Fields can't play against the Jets?
22 Nov 2022
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Justin Fields came down with an injury to his shoulder against the Falcons. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the fallout from his injury, if they ...
Flip the score!
22 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer conduct their weekly exercise where they imagine how we'd be looking at this Bears game should the final result have been...
BONUS: Justin Fields Makes Chicago Watchable | '1st & Pod'
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From the "1st & Pod" Show (Subscribe Here) - The guys look at what the Giants could do in the off-season at the QB position, Nick Sirianni's press con...
Postgame pod: Justin Fields' health a concern after another close loss
21 Nov 2022
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Oof. Another tough loss for the Bears, this time 27-24 to the Falcons in Atlanta. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer bring you their postgame takeaways, whi...
BONUS: Fields is Top of His Class | '1st & Pod'
20 Nov 2022
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From the "1st & Pod" Show (Subscribe Here) - Andrew and Zach look at the close AFC East playoff race, the future of the Rams, if there is Kansas City ...
BONUS: Marcus Mariota vs Justin Fields is the matchup everyone will be watching | 'Peachtree Football'
19 Nov 2022
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From 'Peachtree Football' (subscribe here), host Beau Morgan gives you some interesting numbers while comparing Justin Fields and Marcus Mariota as po...
FANTASY BONUS: David Montgomery Time? | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'
19 Nov 2022
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From the "Upper Hand Fantasy" (Subscribe Here) - Faraz & Zach discuss David Montgomery's fantasy prospects as he becomes the bell cow in the Chicago b...
It's kind of crazy how many topics we need to get to about this Bears team (Full episode)
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who woulda thought the Bears would be 3-7 yet we still have a TON to cover. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer do their best to get to everything in this ep...
A discussion on the relationship between players and the media
18 Nov 2022
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After Jaylon Johnson had himself an interesting week, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer go on a deep dive on the interactions Jaylon has had with the media...
A former Bears/current Falcons draft!
18 Nov 2022
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There are a LOT of former Bears players/coaches/executives on the Falcons. Obviously, David Haugh, Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski need to h...
The man who drafted Justin Fields for the Bears is going to be in the building on Sunday
18 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the fact that Ryan Pace, the former Bears GM who now is an executive for the Falcons, will bein the building on S...
BONUS: Justin Fields' for MIP - Most Improved Player? | 'In the Huddle'
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From the "In the Huddle" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Carl and Baldy highlight Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears coaching staff for stepping their gam...
BONUS: Justin Fields is the next Jalen Hurts | 'The Best Football Show'
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From "The Best Football Show" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Bears' quarterback Justin Fields has started to elevate his game. How close is he to replicat...
BONUS: Time to Grab Kmet | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From the "Upper Hand Fantasy" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Faraz & Zach finish off their waiver wire pickups for Week 11 with a look at Cole Kmet, Treyl...
The losing streak doesn't feel quite so happy after the Bears loss to the Lions (Full episode)
15 Nov 2022
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Who would have thought a 31-30 loss to the Lions could spark so much debate?? In this episode, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a thorough discussion...
Justin Fields had another good day, but let's also acknowledge some key mistakes
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer go through their weekly breakdown of Justin Fields' game. The QB had another standout game, but he also had one costly mi...
Holding the Bears accountable while also acknowledging the emergence of Justin Fields
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a thorough discussion on what matters most for the future of the Bears. To learn more about listener data and our ...
Tying up some odds and ends
15 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer do have some non-Justin Fields topics to discuss, including a missed PAT by a good kicker and Jaylon Johnson (while playi...
BONUS: It's OK Chicago is Slumping | '1st & Pod'
14 Nov 2022
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From the "1st & Pod" Show (Subscribe Here) - Andrew discusses if the Packers can turn the their season around, Mahomes being Mahomes, Chicago is cooki...
Postgame pod: Justin Fields continues to shine, but Bears drop tough one to Lions
14 Nov 2022
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We're not here for the moral victories this week. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer explain why they think the Bears 31-30 loss to the Lions is a bad loss....
BONUS BET: Bears -3 vs Lions | Cash the Ticket
13 Nov 2022
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From the "Cash the Ticket" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Are the Lions about to win their first road game under Dan Campbell or will the Justin Fields ex...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer with Parkins & Spiegel on 670 The Score
12 Nov 2022
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Our own Dan Wiederer had a great back-and-forth about the Bears, Justin Fields and the importance of winning with Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel on 67...
BONUS: Pressure On Fields? | '1st & Pod'
12 Nov 2022
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From the "1st & Pod" Show (Subscribe Here) - The guys dive into the Jeff Saturday hire with a story from Danny, if there is pressure on Justin Fields,...
Bears prepare for a division showdown against the Lions (Full episode)
11 Nov 2022
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The Bears have themselves a winnable game in week 10 as they welcome the Lions to Chicago. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer talk through all the top stori...
How the Bears are handling success (on offense)
11 Nov 2022
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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer walk through the top stories of the week at Halas Hall as the Bears prep for the Lions. To learn more about listener da...