Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from Bears defensive coordinator Eric Washington. We've discussed plenty how the defensive line could use more depth. So how does Washington plan to generate what he hopes will be a disruptive Bears pass rush?

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss the way that Bears veterans such as defensive lineman Andrew Billings have been talking about rookie quarterback Caleb Williams.

A ton of focus entering Bears training camp has (understandably) been on the offense. However, David Haugh and Dan Wiederer know we can't forget about the defense, which has high expectations for itself in 2024. In this episode, we hear from defensive coordinator Eric Washington, who describes his vision for a disruptive pass rush. Do the Bears have the right pieces on their front four to make tha...

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from Bears star cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who wants to take on more of a vocal leadership role this season.

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer listen to how Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams is talking about handling any adversity that he could face early in his NFL career as he works toward accomplishing his own lofty goals.

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look at how the pieces of the Bears offensive line are coming together. Ryan Bates and Coleman Shelton seem to be in a competition for the starting center role.

The first weekend of Bears training camp is in the books! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer check in to recap what we've seen so far. Has rookie quarterback Caleb Williams made an impression and/or shown improvement since minicamp? On the defensive side of the ball, how are key players handling expectations from the outside and for themselves? Plus, cornerback Jaylon Johnson is looking to take on a lar...

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss general manager Ryan Poles' response when asked about his expectations for the Bears in 2024. Does he believe his team should make the playoffs?

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer feel like they're seeing Matt Eberflus grow more into his role as Bears head coach as he enters his third season leading the team.

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss how the Bears plan to gauge where rookie quarterback Caleb Williams is at in his development while they work through training camp.

Bears training camp has arrived! That means we're inching closer to the start of a highly anticipated 2024 season. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer recap what we heard from general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Matt Eberflus on Friday as they spoke to the media to open camp. What are their expectations for this season? Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and rookie receiver Rome Odunze also took the...

Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Rome Odunze signing their rookie contracts with the Bears and to examine the holes the team still has to fill on its roster.

Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski hear what cornerback Jaylon Johnson had to say about expectations for the Bears, specifically early in the season.

Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski break down the technical aspects and logistics the Bears have to deal with due to the fact that quarterback Caleb Williams doesn't have a certified agent.

Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Rome Odunze reaching agreements on their rookie contracts with the team.

It's official! Bears first-round draft picks Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze have signed their rookie contracts and will report to training camp on time. Alongside Dan Wiederer, Adam Studzinski fills in for David Haugh as the guys react to the news. Was there a reason it took up until the day that rookies report for camp to get these two signed? Did Williams not having an agent slow the process at...

Dan Wiederer and guest host Mark Grote of 670 The Score discuss what they're most looking forward to about this upcoming Bears training camp.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote of 670 The Score look at defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Jr. as a player whose ascension would be huge for the 2024 Bears. That's because this team hasn't yet found the three-technique it needs to have a truly elite defense.

Dan Wiederer and guest host Mark Grote of 670 The Score discuss the importance of defensive end DeMarcus Walker for the Bears in 2024. He's the likely starter opposite of Montez Sweat on the defensive line.

Dan Wiederer is joined by guest host Mark Grote, who covers the Bears for 670 The Score, for this one! The guys put their heads together to rank the top five most important Bears in the 2024 season who aren't named Caleb Williams. Do either of them have a surprise name? Plus, the guys discuss how hyped up this Bears season is and when the last time either of them experienced anticipation like this...

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer ponder if former Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari would be a fit for the Bears. For some reason, the betting markets have the Bears as a favorite to sign him.

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss how neither Bears quarterback Caleb Williams nor receiver Rome Odunze has signed his rookie contract yet. If it's not a worry now, when does it become a worry?

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss a few wild theories about why Bears quarterback Caleb Williams hasn't yet signed his rookie contract.

Bears training camp is getting close, and the team's top two draft picks still haven't signed their rookie contracts. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer explain why they aren't worried about the contract status of quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Rome Odunze ... yet. Still, it does make us think of past rookie contract issues that the Bears have had, such as when linebacker Roquan Smith held out...

Dan Wiederer and guest host Mark Potash of the Chicago Sun-Times take questions from listeners. One of them wants to know this: How much do we think the Bears should play their primary players in the preseason?