Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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**Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast**

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote host Take The North, which covers the latest Chicago Bears news and storylines every week. The duo promises to bring you informed, compelling, honest and responsible analysis of all the latest topics surrounding Da Bears.

Latest Episodes:

How have the Bears been adjusting without Coby Bryant? Aug 06, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote examine who has been on the field while the Bears work without safety Coby Bryant.

Darnell Wright's extension is a big win for the Bears Aug 06, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the importance of the massive contract extension the Bears have agreed to with right tackle Darnell Wright.

[FULL EPISODE] Darnell Wright signs monster 4-year contract extension Aug 05, 2026

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Right tackle Darnell Wright and the Bears have inked a four-year, $116-million contract extension! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote aren't shocked by the news, but that doesn't mean it isn't a huge deal for a lot of people — including general manager Ryan Poles, who took Wright at 10th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. Also in this episode, the guys bring the latest news and notes from training camp. How is the defense adjusting without safety Coby Bryant? And we have the annual quarterback tiers list from The Athletic!

Colston Loveland and Luther Burden are having great training camps Aug 04, 2026

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While sharing their early observations from training camp, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote note the noticeable impact that tight end Colston Loveland and receiver Luther Burden are having on the field.

How will the Bears adjust without Coby Bryant? Aug 04, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the impact of Bears safety Coby Bryant's injury, which will keep him sidelined for eight to 10 weeks.

Jaylon Johnson considers 2026 a 'contract year' Aug 04, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson explaining that he views the upcoming season as a "contract year" for himself. Is that a fair attitude to have?

[FULL EPISODE] Coby Bryant to miss 8-10 weeks with leg injury Aug 03, 2026

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The Bears are going to be without safety Coby Bryant, a key free-agent addition, for roughly two months after he suffered a leg injury during practice Monday. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the news to begin this episode. How will the Bears fill Bryant's spot while he's away? Meanwhile, cornerback Jaylon Johnson spoke to the media for the first time at training camp. He views 2026 as a "contract year." Will he be able to regain his form after an injury-riddled 2025 season? The guys also bring their latest news and notes from training camp.

Press Taylor thinks Ben Johnson gives the Bears a true advantage Aug 01, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote continue to hear ways Bears head coach Ben Johnson's staff and players believe he gives them an edge.

Rome Odunze clarified what his "new normal" is Aug 01, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears receiver Rome Odunze explain what he meant earlier in the offseason when he said he has a "new normal" after last year's foot injury.

We aren't used to the Bears offense looking crisp to begin training camp Aug 01, 2026

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how the Bears offense has looked to begin training camp.

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