The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Justin Fields, defense carry Bears to impressive win over Lions Dec 10, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 28-13 victory over the Lions. They discuss how the defense bounced back from the Week 12 breakdown to suffocate a potent Lions attack (1:20). They also review Justin Fields' game and dissect the high-level quarterbacking that took place on the game's critical play (8:45). Can Fields cement himself as a franchise quarterback with four more games like this to end the season? Then, the trio examines how the offensive line performed before looking at how realistic the Bears' playoff chances are with four games remaining.

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Bears-Lions Week 14 Preview: Can Chicago get revenge? Dec 08, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro preview the Bears vs. Lions Week 14 matchup, but first, they continue a conversation from Wednesday's episode about Matt Eberflus' job security and his future in Chicago. Will he return for a third season as head coach? Will he? What role should Justin Fields' future play in that decision? What is the ceiling for him as a head coach? Later, they get to the Week 14 matchup and dissect how the Bears can avoid another collapse against their division rival.

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What Justin Fields, Matt Eberflus’ final five games mean for Bears future Dec 06, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro break down the top storylines to watch for in the Bears’ final five games. The guys discuss Eddie Jackson’s future, Jaylon Johnson’s contract, and why Gervon Dexter will be a pivotal player down the stretch. Then, the guys break down Braxton Jones’ season and how his final five games could impact Chicago’s draft plans. They then turn their attention to the most important stretch of Justin Fields’ career and debate whether or not he or head coach Matt Eberflus can do enough during the final month to return in 2024.

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Bears Bye Week Awards: Picking MVP, most improved, most disappointing after 12 games Dec 01, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Eric Strobel is BACK! He joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to share their Bye Week awards, but first, Eric shares his thoughts on the season after 12 weeks (2:39).

Awards:

Most Improved (11:42)

New Comer (16:37)

Offensive Player of the Year (23:14)

Defensive Player of the Year (28:16)

Six Man (31:16)

MVP (36:23)

Most Disappointing (39:08

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Justin Fields delivers as Bears make rare NFL history in win vs. Vikings Nov 28, 2023

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On this episode of Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' victory over the Vikings on Monday Night Football. First, they discuss Justin Fields' late-game struggles and eventual game-winning drive. They also break down other players who made an impact on offense, including Roschon Johnson. Later, they discuss the Bears' constant lack of discipline in game. Finally, they dissect the defense's four-interception game and why the unit is playing its best as the homestretch of the season arrives.

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Bears-Vikings Week 12 Preview: Bears look to erase Week 11 meltdown on Monday Night Football Nov 24, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Matthew Collar from the Purple Insider joins Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears-Vikings matchup. They discuss Dobbs-mania, which has taken Minnesota by storm, and Justin Jefferson's progress. Will the wide receiver be in the lineup for Week 12? Later, the two discuss Brian Flores' impact on the Vikings' defense and how the Bears can protect Justin Fields from Danielle Hunter. Finally, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock share their predictions for the game.

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Bears’ meltdown, Justin Fields’ success with Dave Wannstedt Nov 22, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Dave Wannstedt joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the current state of the Bears. They talk about the Bears blowing their Week 12 matchup to the Lions (1:40) and how the team must learn to win (4:01). Later, Wanny talks about the two Bears coaches who left mid-season (11:21) and what it’s like working short staffed (13:44). Finally, Wanny talks about his experience having a quarterback competition (21:18), what he saw from Justin Fields against the Lions (23:38) and Jimmy Johnson finally being inducted into the Cowboys Ring of Honor (38:37).

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Bears’ late-game breakdown vs. Lions spoils Justin Fields’ return Nov 19, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro recap and react to the Bears' 31-26 loss to the Lions. They talk about the late-game breakdown the Bears suffered against the Lions and how winning this game could have changed the momentum of their season (1:15). Later, they talk about how Justin Fields looked in his first game back from injury (10:21) and Luke Getsy's play calling during the final 5 minutes of the fourth quarter (21:59). Kenneth and Alex discuss the performance of the offensive line (28:07). Finally, they discuss how much an impact Tyrique Stevenson had (33:34) and they break down what they saw from the defense (36:48).

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Bears vs. Lions Week 11 Preview: Will Justin Fields impress in first game back? Nov 17, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Carmen Vitali joins Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock to preview the Bears' Week 11 matchup against the Lions. They discuss what to expect from Justin Fields in his first game back from injury (1:11). They also talk about why it took so long for the Lions to get Jahmyr Gibbs going (3:40) and how the Bears' defense can stop him (5:30). Later, they look at the Lions' rebuild and discuss what the Bears can learn from the path they took (9:28). The trio then discuss how the Bears' offense can exploit the Lions' defensive deficiencies (12:25). Finally, they discuss Justin Fields and Matt Eberflus’ job security (15:21) and Jaylon Johnson’s contract negotiations (12:26).

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State of the Bears and future of Justin Fields, Luke Getsy with Erik Kramer Nov 15, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, former Bears quarterback Erik Kramer joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss his new book and share his thoughts about the 2023 Bears. Kramer talks about his franchise record-setting '95 season with the Bears (5:43) and the fact that his single-season passing record still stands today (9:36). Later, he discusses what the Bears should do with Justin Fields (14:23) and the coaching staff (23:54). Should Luke Getsy be the offensive coordinator after this season? Finally, Kramer talks about when his battle with depression started (27:41) and the programs he is putting in place to help youth who are struggling (31:17)

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