Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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BONUS: NFL VP of broadcasting Mike North talks scheduling | It's Always Gameday In Buffalo May 03, 2024

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The 2024 NFL schedule is likely to be released during the second week of May. The Audacy Original podcast It's Always Gameday In Buffalo chatted with one of the men who's at the center of planning the NFL's broadcast schedule in a wide-ranging conversation that all football fans will enjoy. This episode was recorded before the NFL Draft.

It's one of our favorite episodes of the year! Sal Capaccio and Matt Bove are joined by NFL vice president of broadcasting Mike North for a discussion on the process behind making the NFL schedule, primetime game scheduling, how networks protect certain games, the Week 1 game in Brazil, the Thanksgiving/Christmas Day matchups and more.

Bears could make a smooth transition to Caleb Williams as new QB May 01, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer believe the Bears can make a smooth transition to new starting quarterback Caleb Williams based on what they've heard from a few of Williams' new teammates.

Lincoln Riley believes USC's struggles in 2023 will be good for Caleb Williams May 01, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from USC coach Lincoln Riley, who explained how his team's rocky 2023 season will help make new Bears and former Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams better in the long run.

Caleb Williams has a hunger for improvement, according to Lincoln Riley May 01, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer listen to what USC coach Lincoln Riley had to say when asked about new Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' drive to get better as a player. Williams "craves" feedback on ways he can improve, Riley said.

Rome Odunze lands with Bears | Reception Perception May 01, 2024

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From Reception Perception (subscribe here): In this clip, Matt Harmon and James Koh break down the Bears adding receiver Rome Odunze to an already loaded offense.

Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts, as well.

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[FULL EPISODE] Lincoln Riley talks Caleb Williams & his union with the Bears Apr 30, 2024

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The NFL Draft is over, and it's time for the Bears to dial in on making a smooth transition to new quarterback Caleb Williams. In this episode, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from an important voice who can help everyone know more about Williams: USC coach Lincoln Riley, who guided Williams in college. Riley recently spoke with the Chicago media about Williams' experience at Oklahoma before his transfer to USC. Riley also discussed how Williams handled his final season at USC, which didn't go the way Williams wanted. The guys also hear from NFL Draft analyst Joe Klatt, who broke down Williams as a prospect.

BONUS: Dan Wiederer recaps Bears' draft on 670 The Score Apr 29, 2024

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Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Bernstein & Holmes Show on 670 The Score to break down the Bears' five-man draft class. Are the Bears ready the attention and pressure that's about to come their way with quarterback Caleb Williams under center?

[FULL EPISODE] Bears finish potentially franchise-altering draft Apr 27, 2024

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The Bears have completed their 2024 NFL Draft and phew, does it have the potential to be a good one. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer reflect on the Bears drafting quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Rome Odunze in the first round. Williams brings with him an easy confidence and didn't flinch when asked about the high expectations and pressure he's facing. Meanwhile, it took some luck for the Bears to get Odunze. It's something this franchise hasn't had a lot of in recent years. The guys also offer their thoughts on the final three picks the Bears made in the draft: offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie, punter Tory Taylor and pass rusher Austin Booker.

Caleb Williams welcomes high expectations Apr 27, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear part of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' first press conference at Halas Hall with his new organization. Williams didn't balk when asked about the high expectations and pressure he has as he's set to begin his NFL career.

Stars aligned for the Bears to draft Rome Odunze Apr 27, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss how the Bears landed Washington receiver Rome Odunze with the No. 9 overall pick in the NFL Draft. It took some luck — something the Bears have had little of in recent years — for Odunze to be available there.