Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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A discussion on the relationship between players and the media Nov 18, 2022

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After Jaylon Johnson had himself an interesting week, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer go on a deep dive on the interactions Jaylon has had with the media and the importance of the relationships players build with the media.

A former Bears/current Falcons draft! Nov 18, 2022

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There are a LOT of former Bears players/coaches/executives on the Falcons. Obviously, David Haugh, Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski need to have their own special draft of former Bears who are now on the Falcons!

The man who drafted Justin Fields for the Bears is going to be in the building on Sunday Nov 18, 2022

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the fact that Ryan Pace, the former Bears GM who now is an executive for the Falcons, will bein the building on Sunday watching the quarterback he drafted (Justin Fields) play for the Bears.

BONUS: Justin Fields' for MIP - Most Improved Player? | 'In the Huddle' Nov 18, 2022

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From the "In the Huddle" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Carl and Baldy highlight Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears coaching staff for stepping their game up in recent weeks. The guys then turn their focus to Green Bay's game plan for how to stop Derrick Henry before breaking down the Jets going from worst to first in team defense along with the Cowboys recent struggles.

BONUS: Justin Fields is the next Jalen Hurts | 'The Best Football Show' Nov 17, 2022

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From "The Best Football Show" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Bears' quarterback Justin Fields has started to elevate his game. How close is he to replicating the style of play of Eagles' QB Jalen Hurts?

BONUS: Time to Grab Kmet | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' Nov 16, 2022

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From the "Upper Hand Fantasy" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Faraz & Zach finish off their waiver wire pickups for Week 11 with a look at Cole Kmet, Treylon Burks, Darius Slayton, Nico Collins and more. What can Trey McBride do in the absence of Zach Ertz rest of season?

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The losing streak doesn't feel quite so happy after the Bears loss to the Lions (Full episode) Nov 15, 2022

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Who would have thought a 31-30 loss to the Lions could spark so much debate?? In this episode, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a thorough discussion on why they believe the loss to the Lions was a bad one, even if it means the Bears end up with a better draft position. Plus, we acknowledge the most important thing is Justin Fields showing he can be a franchise QB, but there has to be a minimum bar as this team builds for the future...

Holding the Bears accountable while also acknowledging the emergence of Justin Fields Nov 15, 2022

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have a thorough discussion on what matters most for the future of the Bears.

Justin Fields had another good day, but let's also acknowledge some key mistakes Nov 15, 2022

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer go through their weekly breakdown of Justin Fields' game. The QB had another standout game, but he also had one costly mistake we need to discuss.

Tying up some odds and ends Nov 15, 2022

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer do have some non-Justin Fields topics to discuss, including a missed PAT by a good kicker and Jaylon Johnson (while playing hurt) allowing some key receptions.