The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Tune in as Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro dissect the Bears' draft picks, starting with Josh's A+++ grade on the draft class (2:44). Then, they explore comparisons between Dominique Robinson and Austin Booker (9:50). From head-scratching punter picks (8:00) to debates on the best wide receiver trio in the NFL (21:43), this episode covers it all. Don't miss the conversation on which NFC North team has the best roster, too. (35:06). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft is one that will forever be remembered in Chicago as the day Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze arrived. Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro recap and react to a historic day for the Bears. They discuss why Rome Odunze is the perfect fit for Williams and this Bears offense (6:22) and if Williams played a role in the selection. The trio also discusses the players that are still left on the draft board (27:00). Get ready Bears fans, the new era of Bears football is here! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Top wide receiver prospect Rome Odunze joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro on a special edition of the Under Center Podcast. Odunze discusses his rise up draft boards, and if he believes he's the best wide receiver in a loaded draft (1:00). Later, he talks about his workout with Caleb Williams, Keenan Allen and DJ Moore (3:45). He also shares his thoughts on what the offense would like if he's drafted by the Bears at No. 9 (9:30). Finally, he shares what his emotions are like on the eve of the 2024 NFL Draft (16:07). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock prepare for the 2024 NFL Draft and the presumed arrival of quarterback Caleb Williams. The two discuss Williams' desire to chase Tom Brady and whether or not that's a good way to start his NFL career. Then, the duo turn their attention to general manager Ryan Poles' pre-draft press conference. They debate what the Bears should do at No. 9 and whether or not Poles should feel the need to trade down and acquire more picks. They debate whether or not the Bears should draft defensive tackle Byron Murphy at No. 9? How far back is too far back? Then, they look at Ryan Poles' comments about Caleb Williams' top-30 visit dinner and what that tells them about the locker room's feelings about their new quarterback. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Under Center Podcast and Big Ten Country Podcast team up to break down the Big Ten's top prospects and the Bears' 2024 NFL Draft plans. Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock team up with James Neveau to break down the hottest draft rumors on the even of the event. They dissect the buzz surrounding the Bears and top prospect Marvin Harrison Jr. from Ohio State (1:13), and discuss what it would take to trade up to secure him (7:00). The trio the delivers unfiltered takes on Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy's curious draft rise and unclear NFL potential (21:30). Plus, get the inside scoop on left tackle Olu Fashanu (29:55) and other potential Big Ten first-rounders (34:08). Don't miss out on the ultimate draft breakdown - it's all right here on the Under Center Podcast! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Prepare for the ultimate Bears 2024 NFL Draft debrief! Join host Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, Alex Shapiro, and NBC Sports Chicago draft expert Glynn Morgan as they break down the Bears' path in the 2024 draft. They tackle all the burning questions. Should the Bears prioritize wide receiver or left tackle (3:36)? Should they trade down from the ninth pick (9:07)? Plus, uncover the hidden gems the Bears could target in the third and fourth rounds (24:09). Tune in to the Under Center Podcast for your comprehensive draft breakdown! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro select the entire Bears' 2024 Draft Class in a new spin on mock drafts. The trio uses all the current Bears picks in the 2024 Draft and take turns selecting who they believe is the best pick available. While drafting, Kenneth, Josh and Alex debate who has the higher ceiling Caleb Williams or Jayden Daniels, whether or not it is more important to take a potential pro bowl tackle or star wide receiver and more. Get your notes out Bears fans and get ready, the Bears could end up selecting several of these players in next week's draft. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get ready to dive deep into the 2024 NFL Draft with NFL.com's draft expert, Eric Edholm, as he joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro on the latest episode of the Under Center Podcast! Edholm explains why Caleb Williams might not be the slam dunk prospect Bears fans have been dreaming of (1:25). He also gives a thrilling breakdown of the top QBs in this stacked draft class (6:55). Edholm also weighs in on the possibility of the Bears snagging one of the top three wide receivers (14:23) and unveils a treasure trove of hidden gems in the second and third round that could elevate the Bears' game (22:12). Don't miss this episode packed with exclusive draft analysis and insider predictions! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a new Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss Caleb Williams' top-30 visits to Halas Hall (3:15). They also break down the other top-30 visits the Bears have had, which ones are scheduled and what it says about their plan at No. 9 (6:53). Later, the trio debates if the 2024 Bears can follow a similar trajectory as the 2023 Lions (14:35). They finish by ranking the top NFL wide receiver duos (29:57). Will Keenan Allen and DJ Moore make the top five? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get your brackets ready! On the latest edition of the Under Center Podcast, hosts Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro determine the fate of the Chicago Bears' 9th pick in the upcoming NFL draft with a March Madness bracket. Top prospects Rome Odunze, Joe Alt, and Malik Nabers headline the 16-prospect field. Who should Ryan Poles select? Which prospect will give Caleb Williams the best chance to succeed? Should the Bears focus on the offensive line, defensive line, or go wide receiver? Is passing on a "blue" player for a trade down an option? Tune in for the expert analysis and electrifying debate that make this a must-listen episode for every Bears fan! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Hall of Famer and Super Bowl Champion Dwight Freeney joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro. Freeney opens up the discussion by sharing insights on why he would have opted to retain Justin Fields and build the team around him (1:11). Later, Freeney offers some in-depth analysis of Montez Sweat's game and a peek into Matt Eberflus' defensive play-calling (21:48). Freeney also shares a captivating anecdote about how Michael Jordan help reveal his Hall of Fame induction (28:55). Finally, Freeney explains why Keenan Allen's acquisition could be a game-changer for the Bears at (32:13). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get ready for an unmissable episode of the Under Center Podcast! Alan Saunders from Steelers Now joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the mystery behind Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers' interest in Justin Fields (0:37). Tune in as Saunders sheds light on the Steelers' draft strategy and the potential role Fields could play in the team's future (8:30). But that's not all, later, Kenneth and Alex unpack Bears president Kevin Warren's press conference at the Owners meetings (22:00). They discuss Warren's bold stance on the Bears' new stadium location and its implications for their Arlington property. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down Ryan Poles' comments from the owner's meetings in Orlando (0:50). They discuss what both Poles and Mike Tomlin had to say about the Justin Fields trade and what Poles learned about Caleb Williams during his pro day (8:45). Later, the duo discuss the other positions and players that may be on Ryan Poles' list to draft at nine (20:00). Finally, they also talk about Poles' comments on the trades he's made in the offseason and how they came about (29:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest Under Center Podcast, David Haugh joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro to recap Caleb Williams' pro day at USC (1:00). They break down the importance of pro days for teams and what would qualify as a red flag for the Bears (5:12). They also broke down the expectations for the Bears next season (9:30). Later, Kenneth, Josh, and Alex debate if Caleb Williams is entering the best situation for a quarterback taken No. 1 overall in NFL history (12:56). Finally, they discussing the job Ryan Poles has done so far this offseason (20:35). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss the details of the Justin Fields trade and recent reports saying the Bears had multiple offers for Fields (1:33). Later in the podcast, the trio debate if there is added pressure for Caleb Williams to be successful ASAP (12:41) and if new WR Keenan Allen will be a Bear long term (20:50). Finally, they discuss if the Bears should use their No. 9 pick, trade back for more draft capital, or trade up for another high-impact pass catcher (22:15). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On an emergency edition of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock break down and react to the Chicago Bears trading quarterback Justin Fields (0:30). The guys discuss why more teams weren't vying for Fields (4:12) and the compensation the Bears got for him (7:15). Later, they discuss how Bears fans should react to the news (10:40) and recap Keenan Allen's introductory press conference (13:51). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this special episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock break down the Bears' surprising trade to acquire Los Angeles Chargers star receiver Keenan Allen for a fourth-round pick. What could the move mean for Caleb Williams and what does it say about the Bears' window to contend? Why didn’t the Bears wait until the draft to select a younger wide receiver with the No. 9 pick? Later, Josh looks at where the wide receiver duo of DJ Moore and Keenan Allen ranks in the NFL. They also discuss what this means for Justin Fields' future with the Bears. Josh also breaks down what the cap implications are with the addition of Keenan Allen and how long he could stay in Chicago. Finally, they break down all of the Bears' moves during free agency and give Ryan Poles a grade for his work. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro are joined by Brad Spielberger of Pro Football Focus and OvertheCap.com to break down the Bears' plans in free agency. They discuss why Justin Fields hasn't been traded yet (2:00) and what the most likely landing spot for the QB is now (8:55). They also discuss the free agent signings of D'Andre Swift and Kevin Byard (10:10). They finish by discussing what other moves Ryan Poles needs to make (15:20) and what the Bears should so with the ninth pick in the draft (21:56). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a massive edition of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss a big news day for the Chicago Bears. They break down the Bears’ signing of D'Andre Swift and Kevin Byard (1:30) and the fast-moving quarterback carousel. What impact will the quarterback signings have on a potential Justin Fields trade (21:30)? Later, the trio discusses what they heard from Jaylon Johnson at his press conference and react to his extension (32:30). Finally, they talk about the Bears proposal to contribute $2 billion to build a new domed stadium in Chicago. What does that mean for the Arlington Heights property they purchased in 2023? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Super Bowl champion and former Bear Alshon Jeffery joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro. Alshon gives his thoughts on if the Bears should keep Justin Fields or draft Caleb Williams (1:10), the differences between the Bears and Eagles organizations (3:55) and offers his take on Brandon Marshall's relationship with Jay Cutler (7:15). Later, Alshon discusses what he dislikes about NIL and transfer portal (12:43) and what it was like to play under the franchise tag (20:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss the Bears placing the franchise tag on star cornerback Jaylon Johnson. They also discuss what it means for the Bears (1:00) and if the two sides will eventually agree on a long-term deal (3:15). Later, they discuss the ramifications on the locker room if Johnson isn't extending long term and whether or not he's the type of veteran leader who can fill the hole left by Eddie Jackson (5:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The NFL Combine is complete, and the Under Center Podcast catches you up on all the action. Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss Caleb Williams' press conference and his meeting with the Bears (1:08). They also react to Caleb's comments to the Bears about whether they want to win (10:00). Later, they break down who their favorite players were at the combine and who impressed them the most (14:17). They also discuss the latest surrounding Justin Fields' future in Chicago and more (41:07). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro break down the first day of the NFL Scouting Combine. The guys discuss general manager Ryan Poles wanting to do right by Justin Fields in a potential trade (1:10). They break down if the Bears are deciding between Justin Fields and Caleb Williams or if there is another QB in the equation (6:24). Then, the trio looks at the impact trading Fields would have on the Bears' locker room (20:30). They finish by looking at potential trade destinations for Fields and Schrock dishes on what he heard in the rumor mill in Indy on Day 1. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the Under Center podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro preview this week's NFL Combine and discuss Caleb Williams' decision not to participate in passing drills (1:10). They also recap what they heard from the Bears' new coaches last week at the introductory press conferences. What will new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's offense look like (8:01)? Later, the two reflect on Peter King's career after announcing his retirement and his article about what the Bears could possibly get if they decided to trade the No. 1 pick (31:46). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the three most important roster holes the Bears need to address this offseason. The guys explain the importance of finding a quality center with Cody Whitehair gone and Lucas Patrick not expected to return (1:10). Later, they discuss how they think the Bears should address the wide receiver position (11:59), and where they rank finding an edge rusher opposite Montez Sweat (18:00). All that and a lot more on the Under Center Podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock discuss if Ryan Poles has decided to move on from Justin Fields and why the QB's time in Chicago is likely over (2:07)? They also discuss what the league has said about Fields and Luke Getsy (10:43), what is the window the Bears are looking at to trade Justin (21:19) and the four teams most likely to trade for him (22:40). Later in the podcast, they talk about the Bears cutting Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair (33:54) and what the Bears are planning to do with superstar corner Jaylon Johnson (44:36). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, NBC NFL Draft analyst Connor Rogers joins Insider Josh Schrock from Radio Row in Las Vegas to discuss the Bears' options with the No. 9 pick in the draft. Rogers breaks down the top receivers in the class and explains why Washington's Rome Odunze would be the perfect compliment to DJ Moore. Then, Rogers dissects this year's edge rushers and looks at who might fit opposite Montez Sweat. Next, Rogers analyzes Georgia tight end Brock Bowers and why he could be a target for the Bears in a trade-down scenario. Finally, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro join to look at how the Bears should use the No. 9 pick and how their free-agency plans could alter their draft path. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro discuss Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs' overtime win over the 49ers in Super Bowl 58 (1:15) and debate if Mahomes' play should push Ryan Poles to trade Justin Fields and select Caleb Williams with the top pick in the 2024 NFL Draft (6:02). They also recap Radio Row with Josh Schrock (28:30), and dissect what those around the league are saying about the Bears' offseason decision. Then, the trio discusses the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame class, including the Bears' three representatives in Steve "Mongo" McMichael, Devin Hester and Julius Peppers (35:20). They finish by looking at which Bear will be the next one elected to the Hall of Fame (39:32). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers Insider Matt Maiocco joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to preview the Super Bowl. They discuss how their comebacks against the Packers and Lions can help them against the Chiefs. Later, they break down Brock Purdy’s successful season and if he is the 49ers long-term answer at quarterback. Finally, Maiocco breaks down what’s different about this 49ers-Chiefs matchup compared to the last time they met in 2020. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Caleb Williams' former USC offensive analyst, Kliff Kingsbury, is now the Washington Commanders' new offensive coordinator. Is this further evidence that the Commanders will try to trade for the No. 1 pick to bring Caleb to his hometown team? Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the implications of this move (7:19). They also discuss the Las Vegas Raiders hiring former Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy as their new OC (1:40). They break down who impressed them at the Senior Bowl and which players the Bears could pick with the No. 9 pick in the draft (34:35). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, NBC Chicago's Leila Rahimi joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss all things Bears. They discuss the hiring of Shane Waldron and Eric Washington and the future of Justin Fields. They also break down if the Bears made the right move in keeping Matt Eberflus and whether or not he should continue to call plays. Later, they briefly recap the championship games, talk about what they learned about the NFC North and look at how the Bears can climb out of the division basement. Finally, they dissect the Bears’ roster and examine what moves need to be made in the offseason for the team to improve. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 games, starting by breaking down the Chiefs' victory over the Raves (9:45), and they finish up by dissecting the 49ers' victory over the Lions (22:36). Finally, they look ahead to the Chiefs-49ers Super Bowl and discuss the future for Brock Purdy if the 49ers lose (32:03). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 might impact the Bears' draft plans. Later, they dissect some wide receiver prospects for Chicago to target. Finally, Glynn looks at centers and defensive ends the Bears should target come April. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 candidates they have interviewed so far. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 Kliff Kingsbury for the offensive coordinator position (42:20). What does this mean for Justin Fields and the Bears’ quarterback situation? Finally, they discuss the Bears interviewing Chris Harris for the defensive coordinator position (51:10). How would he fit on Matt Eberflus’ staff? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 he thinks the Bears should do at quarterback (4:37). Later, he talks about how the Bears never seem to get things right (9:05). Are they cursed? He also discusses the biggest questions the Bears need to answer this offseason (18:01) and if Fields has a better chance of reaching his ceiling if he goes elsewhere (19:43). Finally, they discuss if Eberflus should remain the play-caller if they hire a defense coordinator (21:07) and if the Bears' 2023 improvement is real or a product of their opponents (23:55). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.J. Stroud's season and what the Bears passing on him says about their QB evaluation process (15:09). Then, they discuss the playoff games from this weekend (20:34), dissect Jordan Love and the Packers' domination of the Cowboys and what it means for the future of the NFC North (33:17). Finally, they look at where some of the marquee head coaching candidates could land (39:15). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 review the end-of-season press conference and what they heard from Ryan Poles and Kevin Warren (19:03). Finally, the guys which coaches around the league the Bears should consider to be their new offensive coordinator (37:40). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 (9:11). Later, Wanny reveals his list of priorities for the draft (16:35) and explains why Teven Jenkins will remain at left guard despite his lackluster performance against the Packers (20:11). Finally, Wanny shares his thoughts on drafting a quarterback this year (21:25) and if Jim Harbaugh could make his way to Chicago (26:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 inability to stop Aaron Jones and the Packers' offense (11:57). Do the Packers once again have a star QB in Jordan Love (19:25)? Finally, they discuss Justin Fields' future with the Bears (24:30), if Luke Getsy will be the offensive coordinator next season (28:40) and if Matt Eberflus deserves to be head coach for another season (31:50). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 Justin Fields situation and discusses what parts of the Packers defense the Bears’ offense can exploit. Finally, Mike gives his predictions for the Week 18 matchup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 down Jordan Love's first season as the starter for the Packers and what fans can expect during the Bears' Week 18 matchup. Finally, Kalyn shares how the Bears' head coaching job is viewed around the league and gives her predictions for the Bears-Packers matchup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 Moore (14:24). Should the Bears bring Getsy back? To finish out the offense, they discuss Khalil Herbert’s strong game (23:42). Later, they break down the defense’s performance (28:18), including Tyrique Stevenson and Gervon Dexter's rookie growth (30:46). Then, the guys look at how the Bears should use their second pick in the first round (33:33)? Finally, they discuss what the future holds for Matt Eberflus (40:50) and the Bears having the chance to knock the Packers out of the playoffs in Week 18 (47:07). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 (4:57) and why Kyle Pitts has been MIA (6:45). Later, the trio discuss how the Bears have developed Justin Fields (10:15) and if they should keep him after this season (11:57). Finally, they discuss which parts of the Falcons’ defense the Bears can exploit (14:42). D. Orlando also shares his thoughts on what the Bears should do with their second first-round pick in the 2024 draft (15:48). He also shares his prediction for the game on Sunday (23:33). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 impact Khalil Mack has had on the Chargers' defense (7:35) and what the Bears should do at left tackle going forward (8:56). Finally, Merriman talks about his experience with a quarterback competition (16:42) and if it’s time for teams to step away from having defensive-minded head coaches (20:00). Merriman also give his predictions for the Bears' Week 17 against the Falcons (23:34). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 offense (7:37) and Luke Getsy’s play calling (12:25). When they switch over to defense, they start by breaking down the play of the Bears' secondary (13:39) and Tremaine Edmunds' growth during the season (15:51). Finally, they talk about the Panthers almost beating the Packers on Sunday and look at the two games left on Carolina's schedule (26:26). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 Cardinals' rebuild (6:57). Does the front office still think he is a special player (11:24)? Finally, they discuss how first-round pick tackle Paris Johnson Jr. has performed (13:13) and break down how Sunday's game at Soldier Field will be decided (14:55). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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, Bears insider Josh Schrock and Pat Finely from The Chicago Sun-Times join to discuss the Bears' collapse against the Browns (15:51) and what it means for Matt Eberflus' future (21:12). They also discuss whether or not Eddie Jackson and Jaylon Johnson will be in Chicago long term (24:47). Finally, they talk about what positions the Bears need to prioritize this offseason (26:05) and what fans can expect from the Bears' Christmas Eve matchup against the Cardinals (28:03). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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' performance against the Browns (18:08) and break down what went wrong with the offense in Cleveland. How much blame does Fields deserve? What about Luke Getsy (23:55)? Then, the guys finish the podcast by discussing what the final three games of the season mean for Matt Eberflus and Fields (31:23). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 fans feel about Deshaun Watson almost two season after the trade (7:20). Later, Chris shares his thoughts on the Bears’ season so far and why he has been impressed with the improvements they have made (19:20). He also talks about why he thinks the Bears should move on from Justin Fields if they secure the No. 1 pick in the draft (22:20). Finally, Chris gives his prediction for the game on Sunday (29:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.