Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Kevin Warren speaks in Arlington Heights, a thorough look at the Bears offense (Full episode) Jun 28, 2023

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The new Bears stadium saga continues! Kevin Warren spoke publicly at a forum in Arlington Heights. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss what came out of that meeting and what the play for Warren is here. Also this episode, the guys continue their look at every position group for the 2023 Bears. It's the offense's turn this time. Of course, much of the discussion center's around one question: How much will Justin Fields improve this season? Finally, it's another edition of our new favorite segment, "What you doin' man?"

What was this public meeting Kevin Warren held? Jun 28, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer address the latest development in the Bears new stadium saga, as Kevin Warren spoke at a public forum in Arlington Heights.

Questions about each Bears offensive position Jun 28, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer continue their breakdown of the position groups for the Bears. It's the offenses turn this time.

Another edition of 'What you doin' man?' Jun 28, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer play their new favorite game, "What you doin' man?" This time, the subject of the segment is a tweet from a Bears blogger, which caught Dan's eye...

A hard look at the current state of the Bears defense (Full episode) Jun 23, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer take time during the NFL's dead period leading up to training camp to take a hard look at each position group for the Bears. The defense is up first. Have parts of this group been neglected? Was it wise to spend so much on the linebacker corps? And can you name a safety on this team not named Eddie Jackson or Jaquan Brisker?

Bears are hoping for big return on investment in linebacker corps Jun 23, 2023

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The Bears biggest expenditures in free agency was at linebacker. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss whether or not the team has overrated the position.

The Bears are likely really thin at safety Jun 23, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at the Bears current defensive backfield. While corner looks to be in better shape in 2023, the safety group is looking like it doesn't have much depth at all.

The Bears still haven't done much to get better edge rushers Jun 23, 2023

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer focus on the Bears defensive line, which looks to so far still be incomplete.

Bears wrap up minicamp, what does Justin Fields still need to work on? (Full episode) Jun 16, 2023

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The Bears have concluded mandatory minicamp and are headed for the NFL dead period which leads to training camp. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer take a hard look at Justin Fields in this episode. What did they see from Fields during the limited time media was allowed at practice the last few weeks? It's clear the fanbase will be riding a massive wave of emotions once camp gets here as everyone reacts to a whatever Fields did on a given day. And what did Matt Eberflus say he's looking for from QB1? On the defensive side, some key veterans explained what they feel has been different during practice this offseason. Plus, Teven Jenkins has apparently been doing some new workouts he hopes will help keep him healthier during the season.

DeMarcus Walker uses colorful language, Teven Jenkins focusing on staying healthy Jun 16, 2023

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New Bear DeMarcus Walker spoke during minicamp and used some colorful language while speaking on what happened with the Bears last season. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss what he brings to the table, plus what Teven Jenkins has been doing in an effort to stay healthy during the upcoming season.