Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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[FULL EPISODE] Eric Washington is the new Bears defensive coordinator Jan 30, 2024

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The Bears continue to finish building their retooled coaching staff, with Eric Washington being hired as the team's new defensive coordinator. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer take a look at his background. How significant is the hire, considering we know now it's pretty likely that Matt Eberflus will continue calling the defensive plays on game day? Also in this episode, the guys react to everything we saw in the AFC & NFC Championship games. What were the biggest takeaways from the Chiefs advancing to the Super Bowl (again) and the 49ers' comeback against the Lions? Finally, the Bears recently posted a Justin Fields hype video on social media. That doesn't mean anything ... right?

The impact of Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell on the Lions Jan 27, 2024

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Dan Wiederer talks with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press about how the Lions have built their team up under the leadership of general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell.

What has made Ben Johnson an attractive head coaching candidate? Jan 27, 2024

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Dan Wiederer chats with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press about Lions offensive coordinate Ben Johnson. What has Johnson done with the Lions offense to make him a coveted head coaching candidate?

[FULL EPISODE] Dave Birkett breaks down the Lions' rise to the NFC Championship game Jan 26, 2024

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It's a special edition of Take The North, as Dan Wiederer is joined by longtime Lions reporter Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press! Birkett helps us understand how the Lions went from perennial NFL bottom-feeders to NFC North champions and to the NFC Championship Game under the guidance of head coach Dan Campbell. Plus, what is it about Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson that makes him a hot head coaching candidate? And how does he think the Lions will do against the 49ers in the NFC Championship?

BONUS: Dan Wiederer talks Jim Harbaugh taking Chargers job on 670 The Score Jan 25, 2024

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Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan to take the Chargers' head coaching job. Did the Bears miss an opportunity to pursue Harbaugh? They also looked into the type of players the Bears could look at in the NFL draft — outside of quarterback.

Bears are finally interviewing defensive coordinator candidates Jan 24, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the Bears' search for a defensive coordinator. We found out former Bears safety Chris Harris, who has been making his way up the coaching ranks and currently works for the Titans, interviewed for the job. Harris seems like a perfect fit in Chicago.

Takeaways from the divisional round of the playoffs Jan 24, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer looked back at the divisional round of the NFL playoffs through a Bears lens. As Matt Eberflus is set to enter his third season on the job in 2024, is it possible the Bears could make the type of jump the Lions have made in Dan Campbell's third year?

Thoughts on the Bears hiring Shane Waldron Jan 24, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look into new Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's coaching history and offer their thoughts on his hiring.

[FULL EPISODE] Bears hiring Shane Waldron as offensive coordinator Jan 23, 2024

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After interviewing a bunch of candidates, the Bears have landed on former Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron to take over the same gig in Chicago. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the news and break down what his addition means for the team. What "tree" does Waldron come from? And what does his success with quarterback Geno Smith tell us about his adaptability? Plus, the Bears have finally begun interviewing candidates for their defensive coordinator job. A familiar name for Chicago fans is on the list: former Bears safety Chris Harris. Could Harris be a slam dunk of a hire if the Bears chose to go in that direction?

Jaylon Johnson is looking for a big payday Jan 20, 2024

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David Haugh and Dan Weiderer react to Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson telling Keyshawn Johnson on All Facts No Brakes that he believes he has the credentials to be the highest-paid player at his position in the NFL. Is that an offer the Bears should make?