Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Bears continuing to adjust the roster Aug 31, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at some of the roster moves the Bears have made since the initial 53-man roster was announced. This includes the expected return of Nathan Peterman as a 3rd QB for the team.

Ryan Poles talked about the idea of a Justin Fields extension Aug 31, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what Ryan Poles had to say when asked about the idea of an extension for Justin Fields after this season. Has he thought about what boxes Fields might need to check?

Tyson Bagent never doubted himself, Dan Feeney sounds fun Aug 31, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear a bit from Tyson Bagent, who sounds like he never really doubted himself when it came to making the Bears roster. Also, a pair of Bears players know new addition Dan Feeney...and apparently he likes his beer!

The Daily Score: Bears GM Ryan Poles addresses backup QB position, G Nate Davis, trade rumors Aug 31, 2023

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From 'The Daily Score' (subscribe here): Mark Grote discussed the Bears signing former Bengals wide receiver Trent Taylor to replace Velus Jones Jr. as punt returner (00:31), newly-acquired offensive lineman Dan Feeney and o-linemen Darnell Wright and Lucas Patrick all taking snaps in practice Wednesday (01:31) and left guard Teven Jenkins being placed on injured reserve (02:06). Mark also shared his thoughts on Chicago cutting defensive end Terrell Lewis and claiming former Indianapolis DE Khalid Kareem off waivers (02:50). Grote then broke down general manager Ryan Poles' Wednesday media session, addressing the backup quarterback position (03:45), the absence of guard Nate Davis throughout training camp and the preseason (05:53) and recent trade rumors regarding wide receiver Darnell Mooney and recently-waived defensive end Trevis Gipson (07:43).

The Daily Score is a new podcast from 670 The Score and Audacy Sports. Every weekday morning, Mark Grote will give you 15 minutes on the biggest news from around Chicago! Throughout the rest of the day, you'll stay up to date with the best clips from your favorite The Score shows and podcasts. It’s your one-stop shop for everything Chicago sports. Be sure to follow on the Audacy App or wherever you find you podcasts.

Bears release initial 53-man roster for 2023 (Full episode) Aug 29, 2023

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Roster cut-down day is here! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the initial 53-man roster for the 2023 Bears. Are we surprised Trevis Gipson got cut? And how about Tyson Bagent apparently winning the QB2 job?! Also in this episode, Matt Eberflus is saying all the Bears who missed practice time the last couple weeks, except Teven Jenkins, are in line to be healthy for Week One. Still, concern remains about some areas, specifically the offensive line. David and Dan additionally take on a rumor about a Bears player seeking a trade, which we don't think ever made sense. Finally, the trade of Trey Lance to the 49ers can serve is a precautionary tale for how life comes at ya fast for young NFL QBs...

Trevis Gipson gets cut, Tyson Bagent appears to be QB2 Aug 29, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer offer some initial reaction to the Bears first-look 53-man roster for 2023. Is it a surprise Trevis Gipson got cut? And is Tyson Bagent really going to be the QB2??

Who is healthy on the Bears offensive line, a wild potential trade rumor Aug 29, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer consider what the Bears trade for Dan Feeney says about the health of the offensive line. What guys do we think are actually healthy right now? Plus, there was a wild rumor on Twitter about a Bears player, which we don't think made any sense.

The Trey Lance trade serves as precautionary tale Aug 29, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look into how the 49ers trade of Trey Lance is a precautionary tale for how fast life can come at young NFL quarterbacks. Also, a bit of compare and contrast between the pressure Mitch Trubisky faced in the 2019 season, where it was hopeful he would take a leap as the Bears QB, and the pressure Justin Fields faces this season.

Justin Fields, healthy Bears starters will play in preseason finale (Full Episode) Aug 25, 2023

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The final preseason game of 2023 is nearly upon us! Producer Adam Studzinski fills in for David Haugh, along with Dan Wiederer, to react to the news. Plus, injuries continue to be a bit of a concern for this team leading up to this tilt against the Bills. How many of the expected Bears starting offensive linemen will make an appearance? Also in this episode, the guys get into a deep conversation about the Bears' quarterbacks. The backup QB job is officially a competition. PJ Walker was supposed to be the man for the job, but the play of Tyson Bagent and Nathan Peterman have changed things a bit, according to Matt Eberflus. As for Justin Fields, what is Luke Getsy looking for from Fields this season? And we REALLY need to slow it down on the Fields-MVP talk, guys.

Bears starters will play in final preseason game Aug 25, 2023

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Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski react to the news the (healthy) Bears starters, including Justin Fields, will play in the preseason finale against the Bills.

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