Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Bears believe Case Keenum will be prepared to face the Eagles Sep 27, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears' likely starting quarterback against the Eagles. Can Case Keenum find the fountain of youth for the game?

Predictions for Bears-Eagles Sep 27, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote predict the winner of the Bears' matchup against the Eagles in Week 3 at Soldier Field.

What makes Vic Fangio's defense so tough? Sep 27, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote turn their attention to the Eagles defense. What makes a defense coordinated by Vic Fangio so hard to face?

[FULL EPISODE] Can the Bears beat the Eagles with a backup QB? Sep 26, 2026

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It's looking more and more like Bears third-string quarterback Case Keenum will be the starter against the Eagles on Monday Night Football. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote break down everything they know. What type of game plan could head coach Ben Johnson dial up for the 38-year-old Keenum? And what challenge will Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio's unit present? Also, the Bears have a new long snapper. What went so wrong in the first two weeks that forced the Bears to make a change?

Ozzy Trapilo continues to make remarkable progress Sep 25, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss left tackle Ozzy Trapilo's continued progress as he seems to be extremely close to suiting up for a game. His injury recovery has been remarkable!

Case Keenum feels ready to play if needed Sep 25, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear how confident Bears head coach Ben Johnson is in reserve quarterback Case Keenum, who could start against the Eagles on Monday.

Bears face big challenge on MNF with a backup QB Sep 25, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the challenge the Bears will have against the Eagles on Monday as they likely turn to their third-string quarterback.

[FULL EPISODE] Is Case Keenum going to start against the Eagles? Sep 24, 2026

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The Bears' quarterback situation for Week 3 is suddenly murky. Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent is in concussion protocol, which means third-stringer Case Keenum could be the starter against the Eagles. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote walk through everything they know. How much faith do the Bears have in Keenum if he has to start? Also in this episode, left tackle Ozzy Trapilo continues to make remarkable progress as he rehabs from his knee injury. When does he think he will be ready to play in a game?

Bears have faith in Tyson Bagent to fill in for Caleb Williams Sep 23, 2026

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Dan Wiederer, Mark Grote and Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic discuss the faith the Bears have in backup quarterback Tyson Bagent to run their offense effectively while starter Caleb Williams is out.

Ben Johnson wasn't happy with the Bears' final 3 plays in loss to Vikings Sep 23, 2026

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Dan Wiederer, Mark Grote and Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic break down Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments about the final three plays the team ran in the red zone in the closing seconds of a 9-3 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.