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Explaining the Bears conservative free agent moves | Take The North
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What we learned from Coby Bryant being Bears’ top priority in free agency (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by detailing what we learned from safety Coby Bryant being the Bears’ top priority in free agency. After that, they explained how quarterback Caleb Williams is helping make the Bears a free-agent destination. Later, Jeremy Werner of Illini Inquirer joined the show to discuss Illinois’ 105-70 rout of Penn in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday.

Mike Sando doesn't think the Maxx Crosby trade saga is over (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Sando of The Athletic to explain why the Bears are well-positioned to trade for Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby if the price is right. He also discussed the latest NFL storylines. After that, Grote explained how newly signed Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn was a big inspiration for his “Bears scale.” Later, Rahimi and Grote held the Halftime segment.

5 On It & Phil Mackey talks Vikings' quarterback room (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Skor North host Phil Mackey joined the show to discuss the Vikings signing quarterback Kyler Murray and to break down the NFC North outlook.

Andy McCullough shares where Cubs' starters land in The Athletic's rankings (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Andy McCullough of The Athletic to discuss his outlet’s rankings of the best aces in MLB. After that, Rahimi and Grote wondered if the Bears could’ve gotten more in return for receiver DJ Moore if they’d traded him to the Broncos instead of the Bills.

Transition: Vikings' quarterback room is confusing
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Could the Bears have gotten more for DJ Moore?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote wondered if the Bears could’ve gotten more in return for receiver DJ Moore if they’d traded him to the Broncos instead of the Bills.

Are the Bears really 'broke'?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed the state of the Bears' finances.

5 On It: There's no chance the Bears build a new stadium in Chicago, right?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Grote details how Jack Sanborn, 2023 Bears inspired his 'Bears scale'
Mark Grote explained how newly signed Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn was a big inspiration for his “Bears scale.”

Mike Sando doesn't think the Maxx Crosby trade saga is over
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Sando of The Athletic to explain why the Bears are well-positioned to trade for Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby if the price is right. He also discussed the latest NFL storylines.

Is Caleb Williams making the Bears a free-agent destination?
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote explained how quarterback Caleb Williams is helping make the Bears a free-agent destination.

What we learned from Coby Bryant being Bears’ top priority in free agency
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote detailed what we learned from safety Coby Bryant being the Bears’ top priority in free agency.

Full Show — March 19, 2026
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the Cubs’ outlook as the start of the regular season is approaching and debated whether the Bears should be eyeing a veteran edge rusher.

Do you need to see the Cubs start the season hot? (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by discussing the Cubs’ outlook as the start of the regular season approaches. Do you need to see the Cubs get off to a hot start? After that, they discussed if Cubs designated hitter Moises Ballesteros will be in the mix to win the National League Rookie of the Year award. Later, BetMGM Tonight host Brad Evans joined the show to share his best bets for the NCAA Tournament.

Kevin Byard believes Caleb Williams can become a top-3 quarterback in the NFL (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris listened and reacted to former Bears safety Kevin Byard’s high praise for Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams. After that, they listened to Byard explain why he left the Bears to sign with the Patriots. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

5 On It & should Cubs be comfortable with Matt Shaw in right field? (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they shared their confidence level in Cubs utilityman Matt Shaw’s defensive ability in right field.

Will the Bears take a step back in 2026? (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined The Athletic Football Show co-host Dave to discuss the Bears' long-term outlook and how they can go about building a championship-caliber team around quarterback Caleb Williams. Also, should the Bears be concerned about regression in 2026? After that, Rahimi and Harris debated if the Bears should sign a veteran edge rusher in the later stages of free agency or fill their pass rushing need with internal options and in the NFL Draft.

Transition: Leila shares the story of her short-lived March Madness glory
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Should the Bears be eyeing a veteran edge rusher?
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris debated if the Bears should sign a veteran edge rusher in the later stages of free agency or fill their pass rushing need with internal options and in the NFL Draft.

Dave Helman talks Bears' long-term outlook
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined The Athletic Football Show co-host Dave to discuss the Bears' long-term outlook and how they can go about building a championship-caliber team around quarterback Caleb Williams. Also, should the Bears be concerned about regression in 2026?

Where's your confidence level in Matt Shaw's defensive ability in right field?
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey shared their confidence level in Cubs utilityman Matt Shaw’s defensive ability in right field.

5 On It: How long will it take Caleb Williams to become a top-3 quarterback?
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Kevin Byard believes Caleb Williams can become a top-3 quarterback in NFL
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris listened and reacted to former Bears safety Kevin Byard’s high praise for Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams.

Will Moisés Ballesteros be in the Rookie of the Year conversation?
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed if Cubs designated hitter Moises Ballesteros will be in the mix to win the National League Rookie of the Year award in 2026.

Do you need to see the Cubs start the season hot?
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the Cubs’ outlook as the start of the regular season approaches. Do you need to see the Cubs get off to a hot start?

Full Show — March 18, 2026
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to Venezuela beating Team USA to win the World Baseball Classic and welcomed on FS1 host Danny Parkins to discuss the Bears' outlook for the 2026 and where they need to improve.

Venezuela defeats Team USA to win the World Baseball Classic (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by reacting to Venezuela beating Team USA, 3-2, on Tuesday to win the World Baseball Classic. Later, they reacted to Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki being diagnosed with a sprained PCL in his right knee, putting his availability for Opening Day in doubt.

Are the Cubs going to have a Jameson Taillon problem? (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest NFL storylines and to share why he believes the league is headed for an 18-game regular season in 2027. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote shared their concern level for Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon as he has had a rough spring. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

5 On It & Maxx Crosby sounds off on nixed trade (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they listened to Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby’s recent comments about his trade to the Ravens getting nixed by Baltimore. Later, Front Office Sports reporter Annie Costabile joined the show to discuss the WNBA and players’ union reaching a verbal agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement.

Danny Parkins explains why Bears are a regression candidate in 2026 (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by FS1 host Danny Parkins to explain why the Bears are a prime candidate to regress in 2026 and to detail where they need to improve to avoid that. He also previewed the NFL Draft from the Bears' perspective. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote discussed how the White Sox may have found a new spot in the South Loop to build a new stadium.

Transition: Bruce Pearl is a bad guy, a liar and now a college basketball analyst
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Danny Parkins breaks down why Bears are a candidate for regression in 2026
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by FS1 host Danny Parkins to explain why the Bears are a prime candidate to regress in 2026 and to detail where they need to improve to avoid that. He also previewed the NFL Draft from the Bears' perspective.

5 On It: Has Daniel Palencia peaked before MLB season has even begun?
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Are the Cubs going to have a Jameson Taillon problem?
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their concern level for Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon as he has had a rough spring.

Mike Florio thinks the NFL is headed for an 18-game regular season soon
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest NFL storylines and to share why he believes the league is headed for an 18-game regular season in 2027.

MRI reveals Seiya Suzuki sprained his PCL in right knee
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki being diagnosed with a sprained PCL in his right knee, putting his availability for Opening Day in doubt.

Venezuela defeats Team USA to win the World Baseball Classic
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to Venezuela beating Team USA, 3-2, on Tuesday to win the World Baseball Classic.

We got to know the Bears new players a bit | Take The North
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Full Show — March 17, 2026
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris previewed the USA-Venezuela matchup in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday evening and discussed whether tight end Colston Loveland can emerge as the Bears' top receiver in 2026.

Team USA will face Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic final (Hour 1)
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by previewing the World Baseball Classic championship game between Team USA and Venezuela on Tuesday evening. After that, they reacted to the breaking news that the Dolphins are trading receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos. Later, they discussed the latest news on Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki’s knee injury.

Everyone agrees the Bears were robbed of compensatory draft picks (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by NFL insider Jordan Schultz to discuss the latest storylines from across the league, including the Dolphins’ trade of receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos. After that, Rahimi and Harris discussed how the overwhelming majority of The Athletic readers believe the Bears deserved to be awarded compensatory draft picks for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham’s departure to become the Atlanta Falcons’ new general manager. Later, Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle executive director Carey Pinkowski joined the show to preview the race.

5 On It & Aram Leighton previews USA-Venezuela matchup in WBC final (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Just Baseball executive editor Aram Leighton joined the show to preview the USA-Venezuela matchup in the World Baseball Classic championship game Tuesday evening. Later, they discussed new Bears center Garrett Bradbury’s experience.

Can Colston Loveland emerge as the Bears' top receiver? (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed whether Bears tight end Colston Loveland can take a big step forward in 2026 and become the team's top receiver following Chicago's trade of wide receiver DJ Moore to Buffalo this offseason. After that, they detailed how the Bulls aren't tanking even though they should be.

Transition: Aaron Judge is a baseball monster
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

There are encouraging signs that Colston Loveland can become the Bears' top receiver
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed whether Bears tight end Colston Loveland can take a big step forward in 2026 and become the team's top receiver following Chicago's trade of wide receiver DJ Moore to Buffalo this offseason.

Examining Bears center Garrett Bradbury's quarterback relationship history
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed new Bears center Garrett Bradbury’s experience.

Aram Leighton previews USA-Venezuela matchup in WBC championship
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Just Baseball executive editor Aram Leighton to preview the USA-Venezuela matchup in the World Baseball Classic championship game Tuesday evening.

Everyone agrees the Bears got cheated out of compensatory draft picks
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed how the overwhelming majority of The Athletic readers believe the Bears deserved to be awarded compensatory draft picks for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham’s departure to become the Atlanta Falcons’ new general manager.

How bad is Seiya Suzuki's knee injury?
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the latest news on Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki’s knee injury.