The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The Bears aren't out of the forest yet. (See what I did there? Bears? Forests) As the Bears get ready to face Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Under Center crew discusses what needed to be done vs the Packers. Ken Davis and Adam Hoge break down the film on Justin Fields and the Bears defense to see what went right and what went wrong and if the Bears have a chance against the Bucs. (2:0...

Ol' Aaron Charles Rodgers is still the bane of every Chicago Bears fan existence once again after beating the good guys 24-14 at Soldier Field. But the good news is Justin Fields is still learning and growing and we will have our day A ARON! I SWEAR ON IT WITH MY LIFE! (Not really) In the meantime though, we have a breakdown to get to. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Alex Shapiro discuss every angle...

The biggest rivalry in football is back in its first installment for this year as the Bears get prepared to take on the Green Bay Packers. Ken Davis, Siafa Lewis, and Eric Strobel break down everything you need to know about the Bears and Packers. The crew also discusses did the Bears get an easier win vs the Raiders due to the Jon Gruden email scandal, and they discuss what Justin Fields needs to...

The first installment of Justin Fields vs the Packers beings this week and the Under Center crew has got you covered. Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Eric Strobel break down the play of Justin Fields and discuss what he and the offense need to do to keep the momentum going after a big win vs the Las Vegas Raiders. The crew also discusses if Ryan Pace had the best QB offseason in the NFL, is this the pas...

Justin Fields and the Bears defense put on a show in Las Vegas as they win big 20-9 on the road and man it feels good. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Eric Strobel break down the big win and all the angles. The crew discusses the growth in Justin Fields, how good can the Bears defense get, the improvement in coaching and heading into Packers week, what should fans look forward to this week. (2:00) -...

Matthew Nagy, (and yes he will be known on this feed as Matthew Nagy going forward) announced FINALLY that Justin Fields will be the Bears' starter from hence and forevermore. So the Fields Era actually begins now. No Siafa Lewis this week so Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro preview Bears v Raiders as they discuss what they expect from Justin Fields, will the Bears defense be able to take advantage of D...

Before I say anything. Everything runs through Matthew Nagy. Now that's out of the way, the Under Center crew is back with Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Adam Hoge as they discuss what Matthew Nagy is doing with his quarterbacks, they go inside the film and see where the Bears need to improve, they discuss why the defense has looked amazing the last couple of weeks, David Montgomery's injury and a l...

Bear down Chicago Bears, something something something VICTORY!! Yes, the Bears take down the division rival Lions 24-14 and Justin Fields looks like the future. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, Alex Shapiro, and Tony Gill break down the win and all the angles. Including, the Bears defense being literal monsters vs Jared Goff, the Bears leaning more heavily on their best offensive player David Montgomery,...

This episode is a fun jam-packed and informed preview to get you ready for Sunday's division matchup with the Detroit Lions. Ken Davis, Siafa Lewis, Eric Strobel, and former Bear and Football Aftershow analyst Alex Brown, discuss everything you need for Bears v Lions. The crew discusses the issues with Matt Nagy's offense, why Eddie Jackson is playing poorly, the new potential stadium in Arlington...

This is not a drill! In breaking news, the Bears have signed a purchase agreement for the Arlington International Racecourse property in suburban Arlington Heights. The Bears made the news official on Wednesday morning and are buying the 326-acre property for $197.2 million. Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Eric Strobel discuss the news, what does it mean, what can Bear fans expect in the near future, an...

After watching an offensive, offensive performance by the Bears, what does the film say went wrong? Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Eric Strobel discuss the Matt Nagy flaws in play calling and preparation and what Justin Fields needs to work on in the second start of his career. Be sure to subscribe to the NBC Sports Chicago YouTube page to watch the podcasts. (2:50) - How much blame does Justin Fields...

I don't think you need much of a description about what was said in this podcast. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Alex Shapiro discuss Matt Nagy's offense, his game planning, his strategy, his half time adjustments, his development skills, his play calling, his decision making OR lack thereof on all of these. If you are a real Bears fan, this is the podcast you need to listen to, to help exorcise all...

It's a Fields Friday as we get you prepared for Bears v Browns this Sunday. Ken Davis and NBC 5's Siafa Lewis provide a full breakdown of Sunday's matchup as rookie QB Justin Fields gets prepared for his first regular-season start of his career. The guys discuss what Justin Fields should be aware of, should Matt Nagy stick with him if he's struggling, will Andy Dalton be back if healthy, can the d...

After the Bears get their first win of the season, Matt Nagy is not letting on as to who will be his starting quarterback. Ken Davis and Adam Hoge discuss how Matt Nagy is treating his QB situation and if Justin Fields has shown enough on Sunday to start. The guys also break down the film on Justin and see the areas he performed well in, and areas he needs to improve, Andy Dalton's injury and how...

The Bears get their first win of the season led by star rookie QB Justin Fields after Andy Dalton goes down with an apparent knee injury. It didn't come without hiccups but Fields made the right plays to get the W and we break it all down. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Alex Shapiro break down the breakout win and how the defense straight up DOMINATED! Get all your analysis and fun right here on the...

The Bears are looking to get things corrected and get their first win of the season vs the Cincinnati Bengals this week and the Under Center crew has you prepared. In the first half of the pod, Ken Davis and NBC-5 Chicago's lead sports anchor Siafa Lewis break down everything you need to know about the matchup including things the defense needs to be prepared for, how much will Justin Fields play,...

We all saw what happened, no need to say it again but it must get fixed ASAP! (Eddie Jackson. cough cough) The Under Center crew of Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Adam Hoge breakdown what broke down against the LA Rams and if it can be fixed or is this the team this year. Later in the pod, Ken and Eric try to answer your questions and concerns in the mailbag segment. See Privacy Policy at https://ar...

Fam! What the hell was that!? Bears lose the season opener to the LA Rams on Sunday Night Football 34-14. We know you're frustrated so we got you covered. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Eric Strobel break down the good, the bad, and the ugly about yesterday's game. Let's all hope they are better next week. (3:00) - Why can't anybody tackle on the Bears? (13:00) - Bears' offense can't convert on 4th...

Alright Bear fans, it's time to dive into a full review and break down of Sunday's matchup vs the LA Rams. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and special weekly guest for the Friday episodes this season, NBC-5's Siafa Lewis, give a full breakdown of week 1's matchup of the Bears and Rams. The guys discuss what fans should be looking for, concerns over the offensive line, what should Matt Nagy do with Justin...

Ryan Pace is in a bit of a bind financially for the Bears with the oldest roster in the NFL. Ken Davis and Eric Strobel break down the salary cap to get a clear picture of what the Bears are up against this year and this offseason. They guys also break down the defense and what new DC Sean Desai might have in store for Sean McVay's Rams offense. And speaking of Sean McVay, he says he will not be t...

As Week 1 approaches there is still uncertainty on the future of the Bears outside of Justin Fields. Will Allen Robinson be here? What will the offensive line look like? Can Khalil Mack still be dominant? And will Akiem Hicks be a Bear after this season. Ken Davis and Tony Gill discuss and debate should the Bears re-sign Hicks. Also in the pod, the guys discuss the Bears being the oldest team in t...

It's football time! No more training camp. No more preseason. The real deal is about to get going and the Under Center podcast has got you covered. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Eric Strobel discuss the initial roster cuts by the Bears, Ryan Pace speaking to the media about the team and his thoughts on the upcoming season, how will Danny Trevathan be used and a couple of exciting announcements for...

The practice games are over and it's time to get ready for the real deal and boy did Justin Fields look like the real deal in the final preseason game. Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the final preseason game against the Tennesse Titans and the play of rookie quarterback Justin Fields. Also, the crew talks about the play of the defense and if Danny Trevathan can play well, did the Bears look...

Bears QB Justin Fields will get his first start of his career against the Tennesse Titans in the final preseason game of the year. How will he do? Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro share what they hope to see in his first preseason start. Later in the pod, the crew discusses who should make the final 53-man roster and why, and also some programming changes coming to the pod that you, the fan should get i...

The Bears are in a concerning position after losing big to the Buffalo Bills and former QB Mitch Trubisky. Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the loss and what they think may be issues heading into the season. The guys also discuss the play of Mitch Trubisky and if the Bears didn't handle him correctly, if Matt Nagy is giving Justin Fields a fair chance to start week one, and of course the podc...