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David Haugh and Dan Wiederer host Take The North, which covers the latest 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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    BONUS: Dan Wiederer previews Bears-Packers playoff game on 670 The Score

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 21:44


    Our own Dan Wiederer joined Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote on 670 The Score to look ahead to the Bears' showdown against the Packers on Saturday in the wild-card round. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears lose to Lions, will be No. 2 seed in NFC in playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 28:37


    The Bears lost 19-16 to the Lions on a walk-off field goal Sunday at Soldier Field. Despite the loss, the Bears secured the No. 2 seed in the NFC for the playoffs and will host the Packers at Soldier Field in the wild-card round. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the need for urgency as the Bears head into the playoffs. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Will Caleb Williams reach 4,000 yards passing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 15:30


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote examine how Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is close to setting the franchise's single-season passing record and also within reach of becoming the first player in team history to reach 4,000 passing yards in a season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    That last Bears game against the Lions was ugly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 13:43


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote revisit how they felt about the Bears after Chicago was blown out in a 52-21 loss at Detroit in Week 2 of the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Bears coaches have done an incredible job with Caleb Williams this season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 11:47


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how Bears head coach Ben Johnson and his staff have developed quarterback Caleb Williams this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears look to avenge ugly Week 2 loss to the Lions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 46:56


    The final week of the regular season brings a rematch with the Lions, who embarrassed the Bears in Detroit back in Week 2. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote reflect on that loss and what has changed for the Bears since then. Also in this episode, the guys discuss how quarterback Caleb Williams has made significant progress this season. Plus, can Williams become the first quarterback in Bears history to reach 4,000 passing yards in a single season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The Bears have taken the NFC North!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 13:05


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote finally get a chance to mark a momentous occasion for the podcast — the Bears have taken the NFC North! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Bears have come a long way in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 12:12


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote reflect on how far the Bears have come as a franchise in the calendar year of 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    We want Caleb Williams to reach 4,000 passing yards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 13:55


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote explain why they want to see Bears quarterback Caleb Williams reach the 4,000-yard passing mark, which would make him the first player in franchise history to hit that threshold. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] A celebration of the Bears TAKING THE NORTH!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 50:28


    We finally have Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote back together, and it's time to celebrate the Bears TAKING THE NORTH! It's the first time since the launch of this podcast that the Bears have won the NFC North. Rejoice! Also in this episode, should the Bears embrace the idea of playing the Packers in the wild-card round of the playoffs? Plus, quarterback Caleb Williams has a real shot to be the first 4,000-yard passer in team history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    BONUS: Dan Wiederer reacts to Bears' 42-38 loss to the 49ers on 670 The Score

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 15:52


    Our own Dan Wiederer joined Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote on 670 The Score to offer his thoughts on the Bears' wild 42-38 loss to the 49ers. Wiederer also gets his first chance to react to the Bears winning the division. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears lose shootout to 49ers, 42-38

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 33:55


    The Bears lost 42-38 in a wild back-and-forth game against the 49ers on the road Sunday night. Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski discuss the loss, which was made easier to accept by the fact that the Bears had clinched the NFC North crown prior to the game being played. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    3 things to watch for in Bears-49ers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 13:00


    Dan Wiederer presents for guest host Kevin Fishbain what to watch for in the Bears-49ers matchup. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49ers offense has been humming recently

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 9:37


    Dan Wiederer and guest host Kevin Fishbain take a look at the 49ers, whose offense has been on quite the run during December. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    What was it like in the press box when the Bears beat the Packers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 12:46


    Dan Wiederer and guest host Kevin Fishbain discuss their vantage point in the press box at Soldier Field when Bears quarterback Caleb Williams made his game-winning touchdown throw against the Packers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears face big test on the road against 49ers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 51:42


    After an incredible win against the Packers, the Bears are on the road to face a really good 49ers team. Kevin Fishbain fills in for Mark Grote alongside Dan Wiederer to preview this game between two playoff teams. The guys also take time to reflect a little more on the Bears' win against the Packers. How did offensive coordinator Declan Doyle react to the game-winning touchdown? As for the 49ers, what can the Bears do to slow down star running back Christian McCaffrey? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Caleb Williams might have made the single greatest throw in Bears history

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 11:58


    Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' ability to rise to the occasion in the game's biggest moments. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    How will the Bears reset after an emotional win?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 14:15


    Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski look ahead to the Bears' game against the 49ers. How will the team respond after an emotional win over the Packers and clinching a playoff spot? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Jahdae Walker is emblematic of this Bears season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 11:04


    Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski look at Bears rookie receiver Jahdae Walker's key touchdown catch late in his team's comeback win against the Packers. Walker was the latest Bear to step up when the team needed it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears have officially clinched a playoff spot!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 39:41


    It's official! After their insane win against the Packers on Saturday was followed by the Lions' loss to the Steelers on Sunday, the Bears will be in the playoffs for the first time since 2020. Adam Studzinski fills in for Mark Grote alongside Dan Wiederer for this one. They react to the Bears clinching a playoff berth. They also continue reflecting on the way the Bears beat the Packers. Did quarterback Caleb Williams make the single greatest throw in team history to win that game? And what's the message that head coach Ben Johnson has for his Bears now that they know they're in the dance? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    BONUS: Wiederer credits Bears' belief in themselves for win over Packers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 14:59


    Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show on 670 The Score to discuss the Bears clinching a playoff spot and to continue the reaction to their stunning comeback win over the Packers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears win IMPROBABLE game against Packers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2025 47:15


    The Bears came from behind to beat the Packers, 22-16, in overtime Saturday night at Soldier Field! Wow! Mark Grote and Mark Potash, who fills in for Dan Wiederer in this episode, react to an incredible game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    3 things to watch for in Bears-Packers rematch

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 10:44


    Dan Wiederer presents for Mark Grote what to watch for in the Bears-Packers showdown Saturday at Soldier Field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Celebrating the fact the Bears are playing meaningful football in December!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 13:34


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how nice it is that the Bears are playing meaningful football late in the season. It's a new feeling to a lot of players in the locker room! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    What in the world is going on with the Bears' stadium location search?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 11:54


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the news that the Bears have expanded their stadium search to include northwest Indiana. Why is this news coming out now of all times? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    BONUS: Mark Grote takes us inside the Bears locker room on 670 The Score

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 16:07


    Our own Mark Grote, during his regular show on 670 The Score with Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris, took listeners inside the Bears locker room leading up to the game against the Packers. The gang hears Bears receiver DJ Moore's recent comments about head coach Ben Johnson's "special touch." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears will be without Rome Odunze, Luther Burden for Packers rematch

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 44:31


    The Bears won't have two key players for their massive rematch against the Packers on Saturday. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the impact of leading receiver Rome Odunze and rookie receiver Luther Burden III being ruled out with injuries. The Packers could be without several important players themselves. Meanwhile, the Bears decided to drop important stadium location news just days before this critical game. What is going on with this stadium project? On the bright side, it's really nice that the Bears are playing meaningful games in December. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    What's the latest on Caleb Williams' development?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 15:51


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote dive into a deep discussion about Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' developmental curve. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    How far can this Bears team go?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 13:22


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the rising expectations they have for this Bears team. They're allowed to dream the biggest dream right now. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Both the Bears and Packers are dealing with key injuries

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 11:46


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look at recent injury reports for the Bears and Packers. Both teams could be missing key players for their showdown Saturday at Soldier Field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears can dream big over the final month of the season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 48:58


    The 10-win Bears have put themselves in a position to truly dream big as the regular season begins to wind down. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote unpack how their views of this team have changed as the season has gone on. Along with that, what do we believe is sustainable for the Bears, particularly as they prepare for a likely spot in the playoffs? Also in this episode, we have a deeper conversation on quarterback Caleb Williams' recent development. Does it matter if he isn't on track for a 4,000-yard passing season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    BONUS: Dan Wiederer previews the Bears' stretch run on 670 The Score

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 19:28


    Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show on 670 The Score to discuss the Bears blowing out the Browns at Soldier Field on Sunday. What opportunity lies in front of the Bears now? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears blowout Browns, 31-3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 32:56


    The Bears took care of business versus a bad Browns team and won 31-3. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the blowout win! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Bears -7.5 vs Browns | Cash the Ticket

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 3:00


    From Cash The Ticket (subscribe here), can the Bears bounce back against the Cleveland Browns? Download and subscribe to Cash the Ticket today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Browns are dealing with a ton of key injuries

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 10:09


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look at the injury reports for the Bears and the Browns. The Bears seem to be getting healthier, while the Browns are going in the opposite direction. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    3 things to watch for in Bears-Browns

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 12:56


    Dan Wiederer presents for Mark Grote what to watch for in the Bears-Browns game Sunday at Soldier Field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ben Johnson understands the importance of every game right now

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 11:12


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the level of focus the Bears need to have against the Browns on Sunday. Do we believe head coach Ben Johnson will have his team ready to play? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Bears look to avoid upset at home against the Browns

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 36:51


    The Bears are focused on not having a letdown against the three-win Browns on Sunday. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote break down the matchup. The Bears could be getting a couple of key players back for this one, while the Browns are going to be missing a few important players. Of course, Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett will have the full attention of the Bears — what's the plan for slowing him down? And what could Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen do to throw off Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    What does Caleb Williams need to improve on most?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 12:07


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the areas in which quarterback Caleb Williams needs to improve if the Bears want to be the best version of themselves in December. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Bears need to have a plan for Myles Garrett

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 7:54


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett's talents. The Bears have to find a way to keep him from wrecking their day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ben Johnson stresses that Caleb Williams needs lots of reps

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 10:03


    Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who head coach Ben Johnson thinks might just need a ton of reps to take the next step as a player. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    [FULL EPISODE] Ben Johnson told us the next steps for Caleb Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 38:47


    As the Bears prepare for the Browns, head coach Ben Johnson gave us a view of what his quarterback needs to do to take the next step. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear what it is that Caleb Williams has yet to show consistently. Also in this episode, Browns defensive end Myles Garrett is an absolute *problem* and clearly has the attention of the Bears. Plus, is this a trap game for the Bears? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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