Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The Bears joined the rest of the NFL in trimming their roster to 53. However maybe the most notable takeaway for Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote was the update general manager Ryan Poles provided on star corner Jaylon Johnson. Will Johnson be ready for week one? As for the rest of the roster, a couple of 2023 draft picks did not make the cut - Zacch Pickens and Tyler Scott. Were there any other surpri...

Our own Dan Wiederer joined Mark Grote and Marshall Harris on Chicago's 670 The Score. The guys pondered how the Bears will handle trimming the roster to 53, and looked back a bit on the Bears final preseason game.

The Bears preseason has come to a close with a comeback victory over the Chiefs. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to what was a rather sloppy showing, initially, by Caleb Williams and the first team offense. It was actually a bit of a microcosm of how the Bears offense has been during training camp. On the plus side, Williams did get it together for a nice two-minute drive to close the first half...

With the preseason coming to an end, that means roster cut down day is right around the corner. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look at some players they think might not make the team.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent getting a contract extension. Bagent has had an incredible journey since coming to the Bears as an undrafted free agent from a D-II school.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look at some of the injuries Bears players have sustained during training camp. With the final preseason game coming, the primary focus right now has to be getting these guys back on the field.

As the Bears head to Kansas City for their final preseason game, the backup quarterback got good news! Tyson Bagent has received a two-year contract extension from the team. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the news. Why did Bagent choose to stay in Chicago rather than pursue free agency after this season? Also in this episode, the Bears are dealing with injuries in both the running back and t...

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the reaction they've seen from fans after the Bears' offensive explosion against the Bills in the second preseason game.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the news that the Bears will play their starters against the Chiefs in their final preseason game. How many plays do we think they'll be out there for?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from Bears left tackle Braxton Jones, whom Grote got a chance to talk to after Chicago's preseason game against Buffalo.

We have news! The Bears will be playing their starters to begin their final preseason game Friday against the Chiefs! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss what this means and why it makes sense to put quarterback Caleb Williams and the rest of the starters out there for the game. Also in this episode, Grote shares the interview he got with left tackle Braxton Jones after the Bears beat the Bills in...

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears' ongoing left tackle battle. Did we get any more clarity on who will win the spot based on what we saw against the Bills?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how they saw Bears star cornerback Jaylon Johnson working out on the field before the second preseason game. Is that a sign that he's on track to play in Week 1? Also, the Bears sustained a couple injuries against the Bills. The one that cornerback Terrell Smith had looks to be serious.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears offense's impressive showing against the Bills in the second preseason game. Both the first team and second team looked sharp. We aren't used to seeing the type of numbers they put up!

The Bears put on an offensive clinic against the Bills in their second preseason game. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote break down what they saw. How did quarterback Caleb Williams and the first-team offense look? Which backups played well? And do we think head coach Ben Johnson will play the starters against the Chiefs in the team's final preseason game?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote were impressed by the way the Bears defense held up against star quarterback Josh Allen and the Bills in a joint practice Friday, especially considering Chicago is without two of its best players on defense right now.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss Bills backup quarterback (and former Bear) Mitchell Trubisky making his return to Halas Hall for a joint practice Friday. Trubisky is one of the few people who can relate to the spot that current Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is in.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears' ongoing left tackle competition. When the hell are they going to decide on a starter?

The Bears and Bills held a joint practice at Halas Hall on Friday ahead of their preseason game Sunday. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote bring you all the details you need from a spirited afternoon. How did the Bears defense hold up against Bills quarterback Josh Allen? Was the Bears offense effective? Also in this episode, head coach Ben Johnson opens up about the timeline for getting quarterback Cale...

From Reception Perception ( subscribe here ), the fellas share their thoughts on the Bears' receiving room after they lost Keenan Allen. Can Rome Odunze take a leap in his second NFL season? Was rookie tight end Colston Loveland the best draft choice for the Bears at No. 10 overall? Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout info...

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote provide the latest details on the injury timelines for Bears cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look into the Bears' left tackle competition. Theo Benedet has been getting reps with the first team this week — has he suddenly entered the chat alongside Braxton Jones and Ozzy Trapilo to possibly win the starting job?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears' decision to play their starters against the Bills on Sunday in their second preseason game. What do we want to see from quarterback Caleb Williams?

Bears head coach Ben Johnson announced the team will play its starters against the Bills in its second preseason game. That means we'll get our first look at quarterback Caleb Williams in the preseason. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the news. What do we want to see from Williams and the offense? We also have an update on the injuries to cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon. Plus, do...

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take a look at The Athletic's annual quarterback tiers list. Where did Bears quarterback Caleb Williams land this year?