The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock recap the Bears' recent coaching hires. They discuss Kerry Joseph being hired as the quarterback coach (00:44) and Eric Washington being hired as the Defensive Coordinator (4:11). They also analyze the two coaches the Bears have interviewed for the wide receiver coach role. Later, they recap the two conference championship...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, NBC Sports Chicago NFL Draft expert Glynn Morgan joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro for a first look at the 2024 NFL Draft. The guys open by discussing the Bears’ pending quarterback decision and Glynn breaks down what he likes and doesn’t like about Caleb Williams. Then, they discuss how the hire of offensive coordinator Shane Waldron...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro discuss the Bears finalizing a deal to hire Shane Waldron as their next offensive coordinator. What does this hire mean for the Bears and the future of Justin Fields? They also discuss how appealing this job was around the NFL. Later, they discuss the still vacant defensive coordinator position and the candi...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down this weekend’s playoff games. They start by discussing the Ravens’ win over the Texans (1:33) and Jordan Loves’ playoff performance in the Packers’ loss to the 49ers (6:25). Then, they recap the Bucs’ loss to the Lions (11:19) and the Bills’ loss to the Chiefs (25:34). Later, they discuss the Bears interviewing...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Mark Potash of the Chicago Sun-Times joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss the latest news surrounding the Chicago Bears. They discuss the firing of Luke Getsy and whether Ryan Poles should have cleaned house (00:54). Potash also shares his evaluation of Justin Fields after two years under Matt Eberflus (3:33) and discusses what...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro discuss the Bears' hunt for a new offensive coordinator. They break down each of the four candidates the Bears have already interviewed (2:32). Who would be the best fit to run the Bears' offense? They also share who else the Bears should bring in to interview for the position (10:37). Later, they discuss C....

On this episode of the Under Center podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the changes the Bears made to their coaching staff on Wednesday (1:09). Was firing Luke Getsy the right move? What does the move mean for Justin Fields? Is keeping Matt Eberflus the right decision? They discuss how attractive the offensive coordinator position is around the league (9:49). Later, they r...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, former head coach Dave Wannstedt joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss the state of the Bears and what they should do in the offseason. Wanny shares his thoughts on Matt Eberflus and explains why he thinks he did enough to return in 2024 (6:30). He also talks about how the Bears should fill the defensive coordinator position (9:...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the Bears' season-ending loss to the Packers. They discuss what they saw from Justin Fields in what could have been his last game with the Bears (2:20). They also look at the offensive line’s lack-luster performance (7:15). Was this Teven Jenkins’ worst game in his career? Later, they discuss the defense’s inabi...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Mike Spofford from packers.com joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to help preview the Bears’ final game of the season against the Packers. They discuss the development of the Packers receiving core during the season. They also discuss what has been clicking for Jordan Love during the second half of the season. Later, Mike shares his thoughts on the Ju...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kalyn Kahler joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss the future of the Chicago Bears. First, Kalyn shares her thoughts on the Bears' 2023 season and why she thinks Matt Eberflus will be back next season but Justin Fields will not. She also talks about Fields' ceiling and whether he can reach it with the Bears. Later, she breaks do...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears 37-17 victory over the Falcons. They break down what they saw from quarterback Justin Fields in his potential Soldier Field finale (1:14). Has Fields done enough for Ryan Poles to keep him after this season (7:20)? They also discuss Luke Getsy’s play calling and how he opened things up for DJ...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears’ Week 17 matchup against the Falcons. They discuss the Falcons’ quarterback controversy (1:55) and if Falcons head coach Arthur Smith will return next year (3:57). D. Orlando breaks down what he has seen from Bijan Robinson this season (4:5...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Shawne Merriman joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss his upcoming Lights Out fight on January 6. But first, they discuss the effect the Montez Sweat trade has had on the Bears' defense (0:38). Merriman also talks about why he thinks it might be best for Justin Fields and the Bears to part ways this offseason (2:43). Later, he talks about the...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 27-16 victory over the Cardinals. They discuss what they saw from Justin Fields on Sunday and why the Bears couldn’t get the passing game going (1:10). They also look at the success of the Bears' run game and Khalil Herbert’s impressive game (6:30). Later, they talk about Lucas Patrick’s impact on the offe...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Darren Urban from AzCardinals.com joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears' Week 16 matchup against the Cardinals. They talk about how things have run in Jonathan Gannon's first season as head coach (1:46). They also discuss Kyler Murray’s development (5:10) and how he fits general manager Monti Ossenfort’s vision for the...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Anthony “Spice” Adams joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the latest news with the Bears and his appearance at the Tony The Tiger Sun Bowl in Texas. They start by discussing what he has seen from the Bears this season (1:00). Spice also shares his thoughts on what the team should do with quarterback Justin Fields (8:20). Later in the show, B...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' fourth-quarter meltdown in their 20-17 loss to the Browns. They discuss what they saw from the Bears’ defense (1:08). They also talk about Montez Sweat’s early impact on the defense (6:57). Was this level of production that was expected from Sweat? Later, they discuss Justin Fields' performa...

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Chris Easterling, Browns beat writer for the Akron-Beacon Journal, joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears-Browns Week 15 matchup. They discuss Joe Flacco's impact on the Browns' offense (1:00) and the announcement that he will be the starting quarterback for the rest of the season (3:00). Chris also discusses how Browns...

On this episode of this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro discuss the state of the NFC North and where the Bears rank among the four teams. They start by discussing the Packers and how they have looked with Jordan Love under center (1:30). Later, they look at the Vikings and how the loss of Kirk Cousin has impacted their offense. Did they give up on Dalvin Cook to...

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 h...

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 ceilin...

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 d...

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 See Privacy...

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, th...