Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Bears players are welcoming Ben Johnson's attention to detail Jun 05, 2025

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears tight end Cole Kmet and running back D'Andre Swift discuss first-year head coach Ben Johnson's nearly obsessive attention to detail. It's something the team seems to be welcoming.

Cole Kmet shared thoughts about the Bears drafting a tight end Jun 05, 2025

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear what Bears tight end Cole Kmet had to say about the team selecting tight end Colston Loveland in the first round of the NFL Draft.

What have Bears coaches told DJ Moore about his body language? Jun 05, 2025

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There has been a lot of talk about Bears players' body language since Ben Johnson took over as head coach. What have the coaches told receiver DJ Moore after he had some body language issues last season?

[FULL EPISODE] Cole Kmet speaks openly about his reaction to Bears drafting a tight end Jun 04, 2025

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Bears mandatory minicamp is underway! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote are here to bring you all their observations from Halas Hall. Is there any concern about the players (such as rookie receiver Luther Burden and cornerback Kyler Gordon) who are missing practice right now? Plus, tight end Cole Kmet spoke to the media for the first time since the Bears selected a tight end in the first round of the NFL Draft. How did he react to that move? Does he still feel comfortable with his spot on the team? The guys also continue discussing the intensity and attention to detail that head coach Ben Johnson is bringing to the practice field.

BONUS: Dan Wiederer previews Bears minicamp on 670 The Score Jun 02, 2025

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Our own Dan Wiederer spoke joined the Mully & Haugh Show on 670 The Score to preview the Bears' upcoming veteran minicamp. Plus, what's the latest on the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium.

Caleb Williams makes it clear his father doesn't speak for him May 30, 2025

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote continue discussing Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' response to revelations about his mindset ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, as reported by author Seth Wickersham in an upcoming book. Williams had a strong response when asked if his father, Carl Williams, speaks for him.

We're all happy Caleb Williams finally spoke about the Seth Wickersham story May 30, 2025

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' comments about author Seth Wickersham's story about Williams having concerns about the organization prior to the 2024 NFL Draft.

Why does Ben Johnson want Caleb Williams to work on his body language? May 30, 2025

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears head coach Ben Johnson explain why he wants quarterback Caleb Williams and the rest of the team to work on body language on the field.

[FULL EPISODE] Caleb Williams addresses story about pre-draft Bears concerns May 29, 2025

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Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has taken the podium to address the revelations from ESPN senior writer and author Seth Wickersham regarding the concerns that Williams had about being drafted by Chicago in 2024. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote break down Williams' comments as we finally look to move past this story. Also in this episode, why does head coach Ben Johnson want Williams to work on his body language? And what is veteran backup quarterback Case Keenum bringing to the quarterback room?

How is the Bears defense coming along under Dennis Allen? May 28, 2025

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote turn their attention to the Bears defense. How is it developing under new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen?