Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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BONUS: Justin Fields Historic Day | 'Reception Perception' Nov 09, 2022

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From the "Reception Perception" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - No one had a better day on Sunday than Joe Mixon. His 5 touchdowns set a new Bengals franchise record in a blowout victory. Justin Fields set a record of his own, but fell short against the Miami Dolphins at home. Has Fields began to show us a bright future for Chicago? Tune in!

Matt Harmon and James Koh whip around the NFL and cover the position they know best: Wide receivers. Using the data from Harmon's exclusive Reception Perception charting methodology, the guys give their takes on receivers at every level of the game.

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.

Follow the guys on Twitter @JamedDKoh and @MattHarmon_BYB. Follow Reception Perception @RecepPerception. Download and Subscribe to the Reception Perception Show anywhere you get your podcasts.

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Justin Fields was ELECTRIC in the Bears loss to the Dolphins (Full episode) Nov 08, 2022

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The Bears lost to the Dolphins in week 9, falling to 3-6 on the season, but David Haugh and Dan Wiederer can't help but be wowed by the performance of Justin Fields, who broke Mike Vick's NFL regular season single game QB rushing record. The arrow continues to point up for Fields and the Bears offense.

Flip the score, what's up ahead? Nov 08, 2022

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer have their normal "flip the score" exercise...but haven't Bears fans kind of already done that for us with the way they're reacting to how Justin Fields played?

That was definitely pass interference against Chase Claypool Nov 08, 2022

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss some of the questionable calls, or non-calls, made in the Bears-Dolphins game.

The Justin Fields segment Nov 08, 2022

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Let's face it, we know this is all you want to hear about right now. In this segment, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the performance of Justin Fields in the Bears loss to the Dolphins.

BONUS FANTASY: Justin Fields Did That | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' Nov 07, 2022

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From the "Upper Hand Fantasy" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Faraz & Zach share their thoughts on the offense in Chicago, including the split between Khalil Herbert & David Montgomery, Chase Claypool's debut and Justin Fields' historic performance. Also, when are we going to be able to trust D'Andre Swift and can you depend on D'Onta Foreman going forward?

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BONUS: Justin Fields is Legit | '1st & Pod' Nov 07, 2022

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From the "1st & Pod" Show (Subscribe Here) - Danny and Andrew concede how hard it is to predict which division will be good, if Aaron Rodgers is officially washed, the emergence of Justin Fields and more!

Postgame pod: Bears drop a close one to Miami Nov 07, 2022

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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer give you their initial reactions to the Bears 35-32 loss at home to the Dolphins. It was a game which saw Justin Fields once again continue to show progress, while the defense struggled for the second straight week after losing Roquan Smith.

BONUS: A Conversation with Tyler Dunne Nov 05, 2022

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In this special episode, our own Dan Wiederer chats with author Tyler Dunne about his new book, "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football."

BONUS: NFC North Gets Busy at the Deadline | Reception Perception Nov 05, 2022

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After eight weeks of underachieving football from the reigning NFL MVP, the Packers decided not to bring in help for Aaron Rodgers. Meanwhile the Bears and Vikings both added pass catchers of their own, while the Bears also sent out pro-bowl linebacker Roquan Smith. Tune in!

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Follow the guys on Twitter @JamedDKoh and @MattHarmon_BYB. Follow Reception Perception @RecepPerception. Download and Subscribe to the Reception Perception Show anywhere you get your podcasts.

Watch segments of the show on YouTube at Matt Harmon!!