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Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote host Take The North, which covers the latest Chicago Bears news and storylines every week. The duo promises to bring you informed, compelling, honest and responsible analysis of all the latest topics surrounding Da Bears.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Rome Odunze is entering an unselfish receiver room 18.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer share their impressions of receiver Rome Odunze from Bears rookie minicamp. Odunze is adding to an already remarkably unselfish receiver room.

Caleb Williams is hungry to learn, according to his coaches 18.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and quarterbacks coach Kerry Joseph, the two who are most in charge of rookie quarterback Caleb Williams' development, about how eager Williams is to learn.

Austin Booker is a raw and athletic edge rushing prospect 18.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer look into Bears rookie edge rusher Austin Booker's makeup as a prospect. During rookie minicamp, defensive coordinator Eric Washington shared what Booker's best traits are.

[FULL EPISODE] Bears coaches continued to share high praise for Caleb Williams during rookie camp 17.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer finally have time to tie up loose ends from Bears rookie minicamp! We continued to hear praise for quarterback Caleb Williams' work ethic as the rookies gathered at Halas Hall for their first practices. It looks like offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and quarterbacks coach Kerry Joseph will be the main two voices in Williams' ears as he learns how to be a professiona...

[FULL EPISODE] Schedule release day special! 16.05.2024

The 2024 Bears schedule has arrived! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer comb through the highlights of what's currently graded as the third-weakest schedule in the NFL. Do we like the Caleb Williams era beginning at home against the Titans? What about the fact that the Bears won't play a divisional game until November?

Tyler Dunne believes Bears made right move in drafting Caleb Williams 15.05.2024

Dan Wiederer and guest Tyler Dunne of GoLongTD.com discuss the Bears' drafting of Caleb Williams, which the team hopes will break the trend of failed quarterbacks in Chicago.

Revisiting the Mitchell Trubisky era with Tyler Dunne 15.05.2024

Dan Wiederer and guest Tyler Dunne of GoLongTD.com reflect on the Mitchell Trubisky era in Chicago, which Dunne wrote about in a recent deep dive on the Bears' troubled quarterback history.

Revisiting the Justin Fields era with Tyler Dunne 15.05.2024

Dan Wiederer and guest Tyler Dunne of GoLongTD.com reflect on the Justin Fields era in Chicago, which Dunne wrote about in a recent deep dive on the Bears' troubled quarterback history.

[FULL EPISODE] Tyler Dunne discusses Bears' recent QB failures, hope for Caleb Williams 14.05.2024

In this special episode, Dan Wiederer talks with Tyler Dunne of GoLongTD.com. Dunne recently wrote a two-part deep-dive article regarding the history of Bears quarterbacks. Part one focused on the failures of Mitchell Trubisky and Justin Fields. Part two looked to the future and the hope that it will be different with Caleb Williams. The guys walk through what Dunne uncovered while reporting and w...

BONUS: Dan Wiederer recaps Bears rookie minicamp with 670 The Score 13.05.2024

Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Bernstein & Holmes Show to share his observations from Bears rookie minicamp over the weekend. The Bears seem to be doing a lot right to get rookie quarterback Caleb Williams ready for the NFL. Have they learned from past mistakes?

Rome Odunze is looking forward to growing with Caleb Williams 11.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear from Bears receiver Rome Odunze, who loves the fact that he and quarterback Caleb Williams will be learning how to navigate the NFL together as rookies.

Matt Eberflus officially names Caleb Williams the Bears' starting QB 11.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss head coach Matt Eberflus officially naming Caleb Williams the Bears' starting quarterback. It may have already been obvious to everyone, but in the past, the Bears might have played games with such a decision.

Caleb Williams isn't fazed by the spotlight 11.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer hear what Bears quarterback Caleb Williams had to say in his press conference prior to his first practice at Halas Hall. Time will tell how Williams will perform on the field, but it's clear he isn't fazed by anything being thrown at him so far.

[FULL EPISODE] Caleb Williams again displays infectious energy before first practice with Bears 10.05.2024

Rookie minicamp has arrived, which means we got our first look at quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Rome Odunze on the practice field in Bears colors! The pair also spoke to the media before practice, as did head coach Matt Eberflus, who officially named Williams the team's starting quarterback. David Haugh and Dan Wiederer are happy to hear the Bears aren't playing games with who the starti...

BONUS: Teven Jenkins tells 670 The Score he wants to be a Bear for life 10.05.2024

Bears left guard Teven Jenkins joined Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote on 670 The Score, where he reiterated his desire to remain in Chicago on a long-term contract. Jenkins also shared his reaction to the Bears trading quarterback Justin Fields in March and what his experience with new quarterback Caleb Williams has been to this point.

BONUS: Dan Wiederer previews Bears rookie minicamp on 670 The Score 09.05.2024

Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview Bears rookie minicamp, where quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Rome Odunze will be speaking for the first time since draft week. Also, how much pressure is on Bears head coach Matt Eberflus in the 2024 season?

What lessons can the Bears learn from how RGIII's time ended in Washington? 08.05.2024

Dan Wiederer and guest host Rich Campbell, who covered quarterback Robert Griffin III's tenure in Washington, discuss how the sparkling beginning to Griffin's professional career didn't keep going for long. Are there any lessons for the Bears as they restart at quarterback with Caleb Williams?

Remembering how the 2019 Bears crumbled 08.05.2024

Dan Wiederer and guest host Rich Campbell remember the 2019 Bears season, which they both covered for the Chicago Tribune. It's a reminder how quickly it can all fall apart if a team isn't ready for the spotlight.

Matt Eberflus is still a question mark for this Bears team 08.05.2024

Dan Wiederer and guest host Rich Campbell discuss the weapons the Bears have provided for new quarterback Caleb Williams and the fact that Matt Eberflus might still end up not being the right head coach for this team.

[FULL EPISODE] Former Tribune reporter Rich Campbell talks Caleb Williams & Bears 07.05.2024

Dan Wiederer is joined by a special fill-in host for this episode! Former Chicago Tribune reporter Rich Campbell tags in for David Haugh to discuss the latest Bears storylines. Campbell reflects on his experience covering the Bears through the Mitchell Trubisky era and when Robert Griffin III was in Washington to relate just how hard it is to both draft and develop a quarterback. The failures of T...

Bears' lakefront stadium proposal is getting some harsh reaction 04.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the backlash coming in from Springfield after the Bears proposed a new lakefront stadium, which would involve public funding.

Almost no one has a bad thing to say about Rome Odunze 04.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer zero in on receiver Rome Odunze, the No. 9 overall pick of the Bears in the NFL Draft. We've been asking around, and almost nobody can pinpoint a glaring weakness in Odunze's game.

Steelers might use Justin Fields on ... kick returns? 04.05.2024

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer discuss Steelers running back Jaylen Warren indicating on a recent podcast that the Steelers are considering putting quarterback Justin Fields back to return kicks. That would be stupid, right?

[FULL EPISODE] Bears might have a top 3 WR group after drafting Rome Odunze 03.05.2024

The player the Bears drafted at No. 9 overall deserves more attention! David Haugh and Dan Wiederer spend time in this episode figuring out just how good of a weapon the Bears might have gotten when they picked Washington receiver Rome Odunze. It's been hard for us to find anyone who will say a negative word about him! Also in this one, a Steelers player indicated on a podcast recently that the te...

BONUS: NFL VP of broadcasting Mike North talks scheduling | It's Always Gameday In Buffalo 03.05.2024

The 2024 NFL schedule is likely to be released during the second week of May. The Audacy Original podcast It's Always Gameday In Buffalo chatted with one of the men who's at the center of planning the NFL's broadcast schedule in a wide-ranging conversation that all football fans will enjoy. This episode was recorded before the NFL Draft. It's one of our favorite episodes of the year! Sal Capaccio...

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