The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Matt Eberflus’ culture, Bears’ 2023 keys with Dave Wannstedt Jun 28, 2023

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Is Bears head coach Matt Eberflus building a winning culture? Will the Bears show signs of growth in 2023? Former Bears head coach and NBC Sports Chicago Bears analyst Dave Wannstedt joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro as they discuss what Eberflus must do to improve the team, keys to defensive improvement, and will Justin Fields make the necessary leap. All that and a lot more football insight on this episode of the Under Center Bears podcast with Dave Wannstedt.

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Predicting the 2023 Bears defensive depth chart Jun 26, 2023

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On this episode of the Under Center Bears podcast, hosts Ken Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro predict the 2023 Bears depth chart. Who will start in a packed cornerback room? How will the pass rushers shake out? Will the Bears be able to generate enough pressure? How good will the linebacker corps be? The crew discusses everything you need to know about the 2023 Bears defense.

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Are the Bears making the right moves to win a Super Bowl? Jun 21, 2023

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On this edition of the Under Center Bears podcast, host Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro are joined by the host of NBC’s newest podcast series, “Big Ten Country” James Neveau, as the crew breaks down Ryan Poles' offseason moves and if the Bears are on the right track to become a Super Bowl contender. The group breaks down Justin Fields and his growth, discusses the Bears' search for a new stadium home, examines the draft class and more.

They also discuss the Big Ten Country podcast, which premieres Sunday, June 25th, featuring an interview with Illinois Head football coach Bret Bielema. They discuss what the Big Ten fans should expect this year and what prospects Bears fans should keep their eyes on.

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Bears minicamp review: Who made the biggest impression? Jun 19, 2023

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The Bears completed mandatory minicamp and are off until training camp begins in late July. With the offseason program wrapped up, the Under Center crew reviews what they have learned about the 2023 Bears. Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down who impressed, review Justin Fields’ play, how Matt Eberflus’ defense looked and much more.

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Gervon Dexter’s sky-high ceiling for Bears with Florida Co-DC Sean Spencer Jun 14, 2023

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The Bears have big hopes for rookie defensive tackle Gervon Dexter, but can he reach his potential in Chicago? Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro are joined by Florida co-defensive coordinator and defensive line coach Sean Spencer to break down Dexter’s time with the Gators, an intriguing NFL comparison, and what Bears fans should expect from him in the pros. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the Bears' decision to bet on Dexter's tools and the state of the pass rush.

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Bears minicamp preview: Will Teven Jenkins and Chase Claypool show improvement? Jun 12, 2023

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Bears mandatory minicamp starts this week and the crew previews everything you need to know. Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss what minicamp is for, what happens at minicamp, which players they will be watching and why. Later in the pod, the crew provides updates and news tidbits every Bear fan should know. Then they debate if Bears GM Ryan Poles' spending discipline strategy should change.

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Bears’ OTAs: What to expect from the final week Jun 07, 2023

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OTAs are essential for a young, growing team, and for the Bears, a lot has been going on. Herb Howard from The Bigs Media joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro to help break down and review the Bears' OTAs. They discuss the battle for the starting running back position and what the Bears will do to find a pass rush. Later, they predict how productive Justin Fields will be this season. Finally, they discuss Ryan Poles' rebuilding strategy and how he can continue to build a steady foundation for the future.

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Are the Bears abandoning the Arlington Heights stadium project? Jun 05, 2023

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Will Naperville be the next home of the Chicago Bears? On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro discuss the rumors that the Bears may be heading to Naperville instead of Arlington Heights. Later, they talk about who they think will be the starting running back in Week 1 against the Packers. Finally, they talk about the Bears' edge rusher situation and if Yannick Ngakoue is still a realistic option.

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Ricky Williams on his career and the stigma surrounding professional athletes using cannabis May 31, 2023

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Ricky Williams was an NFL superstar, but his cannabis use often overshadows his career. Williams joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro to discuss his career and impact on the NFL. Williams also discusses what it was like being on a rebuilding team, his time playing for Dave Wannstedt, his new company Highsman and more.

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Bears mailbag: Is DeAndre Hopkins an option after Cardinals release? May 29, 2023

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Last week, the Cardinals released DeAndre Hopkins, making him a free agent. Bears fans are asking if the Bears should go after him to add Justin Fields' arsenal. Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock discuss whether the Bears would be a good fit for Hopkins and more on a mailbag edition of the Under Center Podcast. The guys also discuss which Bears newcomer fans should be most excited to watch, who will win the center battle, and if this is a make-or-break year for Justin Fields.

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