Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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[FULL EPISODE] Bears conclude offseason program Jun 12, 2024

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The Bears' offseason workouts are officially in the books for 2024! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss what we heard from key Bears coaches and players before they left for the summer. What has offensive coordinator Shane Waldron learned about rookie quarterback Caleb Williams in the past few weeks? And what have we learned about Waldron? Meanwhile, we continue to be blown away by how Williams carries himself and by the way he's developing relationships both on and off the field. Also, rookie receiver Rome Odunze is planning to put his mom to work this summer to help him prepare for training camp?!? Finally, president Kevin Warren is still doing his best to get the Bears a new stadium on Chicago's lakefront.

Bears aren't holding back on information they're giving Caleb Williams Jun 08, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss how much information the Bears seem to be giving quarterback Caleb Williams as he builds up to his rookie season. The team seems to trust his ability to quickly process and understand what coaches are teaching.

Caleb Williams is finding his voice as Bears QB Jun 08, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer continue to admire the way that Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams carries himself, both on and off the field.

Matt Eberflus wants his defense to back up the talk Jun 08, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what Bears head coach Matt Eberflus had to say about how chirpy the defense has been throughout the offseason practices.

[FULL EPISODE] Caleb Williams speaks on his progress as Bears close minicamp Jun 07, 2024

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It was Caleb Williams' turn at the podium as the Bears closed mandatory minicamp Thursday. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what the rookie quarterback had to say about his progress and the ways the Bears have tried to make him comfortable in his first season. Also, the guys discuss the Bears offensive line's makeup. A couple of veterans didn't participate much in this camp, although they were in attendance. It's imperative the team doesn't have a makeshift line for Williams this early in his career. Finally, Matt Eberflus appreciates how "noisy" his defense was in this camp, but he wants to make sure that unit backs up the talk.

Ryan Poles sought offseason advice from Matt Ryan Jun 05, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear part of what general manager Ryan Poles told ESPN insider Adam Schefter about the offseason the Bears had. Apparently, Poles got plenty of advice from former NFL quarterback Matt Ryan, his old Boston College teammate.

Bears coaches praise Caleb Williams' eagerness to learn Jun 05, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to Bears head coach Matt Eberflus explaining that one of the top qualities he has seen in rookie quarterback Caleb Williams so far is his desire to learn.

Caleb Williams continues showing flashes, making rookie mistakes Jun 05, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss how rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has looked as the Bears have begun minicamp. The guys also react to what veteran receiver Keenan Allen had to say as he spoke to the media for just the second time since being acquired from the Chargers in March.

[FULL EPISODE] Bears open mandatory minicamp, Ryan Poles offers more insight on huge offseason Jun 04, 2024

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The mandatory minicamp portion of the Bears' offseason calendar has arrived. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss what we gathered from the first day of work Tuesday, which included some good and some bad moments for rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Veteran receiver Keenan Allen spoke for the first time since the week he was traded from Los Angeles to Chicago, and the Bears defense remains chirpy. Also in this episode, general manager Ryan Poles spoke at length on the Adam Schefter Podcast about the offseason that he and the Bears have had. We picked up on a few nuggets we hadn't heard yet.

BONUS: Mailbag episode! Jun 01, 2024

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It's another mail delivery! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer answer Bears questions from the Take The North audience.