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From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): We still have unanswered questions following the article from ESPN senior writer and author Seth Wickersham regarding quarterback Caleb Williams being less than thrilled (at first) by the idea of the Bears drafting him in 2024. But the question has been posed — are we making too much of this story? Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote dive into that idea in this episode. Why is it we continue perusing the revelations in that story? The gang also dives into the idea of film study and how responsible Williams is when it comes to seeking an understanding of what he's seeing on the film. Also, Wiederer and Grote give a brief look to the Bears defense. How is it shaping up under new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen? 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
In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes praised Bears head coach Ben Johnson for how he handled questions about quarterback Caleb Williams' initial desire to avoid being drafted by Chicago in 2024; Tribune reporter Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share what he saw and heard at Bears practice as OTAs are underway; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their feelings about the Bears shifting their focus to Arlington Heights as the location to build their new stadium; Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to Johnson's comments about how he wants to change the narrative about the Bears' troubled quarterback history; and Mully and Haugh debated if the Bears should sign another veteran running back or edge before training camp begins.
In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes praised Bears head coach Ben Johnson for how he handled questions about quarterback Caleb Williams' initial desire to avoid being drafted by Chicago in 2024; Tribune reporter Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share what he saw and heard at Bears practice as OTAs are underway; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their feelings about the Bears shifting their focus to Arlington Heights as the location to build their new stadium; Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to Johnson's comments about how he wants to change the narrative about the Bears' troubled quarterback history; and Mully and Haugh debated if the Bears should sign another veteran running back or edge before training camp begins.
In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes praised Bears head coach Ben Johnson for how he handled questions about quarterback Caleb Williams' initial desire to avoid being drafted by Chicago in 2024; Tribune reporter Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share what he saw and heard at Bears practice as OTAs are underway; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their feelings about the Bears shifting their focus to Arlington Heights as the location to build their new stadium; Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to Johnson's comments about how he wants to change the narrative about the Bears' troubled quarterback history; and Mully and Haugh debated if the Bears should sign another veteran running back or edge before training camp begins.
In the Best of Rahimi & Harris this week, Audacy NFL insider Brian Baldinger joined the show to discuss how Bears quarterback Caleb Williams can take a step forward in his second NFL season; Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw's strong performance since he was recalled to the big leagues Monday; Score callers chimed in with their opinions on Bears quarterback Caleb Williams failing to address the media following recent revelations that he initially didn't want to be drafted by Chicago in 2024; author and radio host Sarah Spain joined the show to discuss her upcoming book titled "Runs in the Family: An Incredible True Story of Football, Fatherhood and Belonging”; and Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Grote shared their feelings about the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium as the organization has officially shifted its focus to Arlington Park as the site to build on.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Mo Egger of ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati to preview the Cubs-Reds series and to discuss the strained relationships between star defensive end Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Audacy NFL insider Brian Baldinger to discuss how Bears quarterback Caleb Williams can improve in his second NFL season.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed the need for trust to go both ways between Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and the organization and also previewed the Cubs-Reds series in Cincinnati this weekend.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer opened their show by listening to Audacy NFL analyst Ross Tucker's criticism of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams on the Mully & Haugh Show earlier in the morning. After that, they took calls from Score listeners who shared their opinions on Williams not yet addressing the revelation that he looked for ways to avoid getting drafted by Chicago in 2024.
In the second hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Mo Egger of ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati to preview the Cubs-Reds series and to discuss the strained relationships between star defensive end Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals. After that, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic joined the show to discuss the storylines coming out of Bears OTAs. Later, Grote and Wiederer held the Halftime segment.
In the third hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer held the 5 On It segment, where they discussed a variety of sports topics. After that, they discussed Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw's strong performance since he was recalled to the big leagues Monday.
In the final hour, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Audacy NFL insider Brian Baldinger to discuss how Bears quarterback Caleb Williams can improve in his second NFL season. After that, Marquee Sports Network reporter Taylor McGregor joined the show to preview the Cubs-Reds series in Cincinnati this weekend.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw's strong performance since he was recalled to the big leagues Monday.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer held the 5 On It segment, where they discussed a variety of sports topics.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer were joined by Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to discuss the storylines coming out of Bears OTAs.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discussed the need for trust to go both ways in the relationship between Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and the organization.
Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer took calls from Score listeners who shared their opinions on Bears quarterback Caleb Williams not yet addressing the revelation that he looked for ways to avoid getting drafted by Chicago in 2024.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh welcomed on Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer for the daily transition segment.
From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): OTA practices are underway for the Bears, but it's an off-field story that's still being addressed by the team. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear how head coach Ben Johnson responded to the story from author Seth Wickersham about quarterback Caleb Williams initially wanting to avoid being drafted by the Bears in 2024. But before that, why didn't Williams himself take the podium to address the story? Also in this episode, we discuss how Johnson brought intensity during the team's practice. Is that a typical practice vibe for him? Plus, guard Joe Thuney has signed an extension! 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
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Tribune reporter and Take The North podcast host Dan Wiederer to share his takeaways from what he saw and heard at Bears practice Wednesday as OTAs are underway.
In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Tribune reporter and Take The North podcast host Dan Wiederer to share his takeaways from what he saw and heard at Bears practice Wednesday as OTAs are underway. Later, Mully and Haugh explained why Bears head coach Ben Johnson isn't a fan of the tush push.
From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote continue the discussion coming from ESPN senior writer Seth Wickersham's story regarding quarterback Caleb Williams wanting to avoid coming to the Bears early in the pre-draft process in 2024. While the Bears obviously didn't handle Williams' rookie season properly, Williams himself must take responsibility for some of the struggles. 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
From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look into the Bears' left tackle position. Rookie Ozzy Trapilo is getting a look at the spot to begin his spring, but we still aren't sure what the Bears' plan is for this key position. 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
From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): While discussing some of what they learned from Bears rookie minicamp, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote remark on how refreshing the new Bears coaching staff is. 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
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Tribune reporter and Take The North podcast host Dan Wiederer to share his takeaways from Bears rookie minicamp over the weekend.
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Tribune reporter and Take The North podcast host Dan Wiederer to share his takeaways from Bears rookie minicamp over the weekend. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed White Sox rookie slugger Tim Elko going deep for a game-winning home run in his first weekend in MLB.
In Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer discussed what accountability will look like for the Bears under new head coach Ben Johnson's leadership; Mike Sando of The Athletic joined the Rahimi & Harris Show to share insight into how rival NFL executives view the Bears' draft class; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes examined where experts have the Bears rated in their power rankings after the NFL Draft; and Rahimi and Mark Grote shared how they'd feel if the Bears go 9-8 in the 2025 season but don't make the playoffs.
In Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer discussed what accountability will look like for the Bears under new head coach Ben Johnson's leadership; Mike Sando of The Athletic joined the Rahimi & Harris Show to share insight into how rival NFL executives view the Bears' draft class; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes examined where experts have the Bears rated in their power rankings after the NFL Draft; and Rahimi and Mark Grote shared how they'd feel if the Bears go 9-8 in the 2025 season but don't make the playoffs.
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Tribune writer and Take The North podcast host Dan Wiederer to discuss the start of Bears rookie minicamp.
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Tribune writer and Take The North podcast host Dan Wiederer to discuss the start of Bears rookie minicamp. After that, Bet Sweats host Sam Panayotovich joined the show to discuss the NFL Coach of the Year odds, the NBA playoffs and more. Later, Rahimi and Grote held the Halftime segment, where they shared tales from the Barrett Sports Media Summit.
In Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer discussed what accountability will look like for the Bears under new head coach Ben Johnson's leadership; Mike Sando of The Athletic joined the Rahimi & Harris Show to share insight into how rival NFL executives view the Bears' draft class; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes examined where experts have the Bears rated in their power rankings after the NFL Draft; and Rahimi and Mark Grote shared how they'd feel if the Bears go 9-8 in the 2025 season but don't make the playoffs.
From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote celebrate the fact that the newly elected pope is from Chicago! 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
From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the conversation surrounding Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai, a seventh-round pick. The track record of running backs taken that late in the NFL Draft isn't great. 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
Grote: Jon Greenberg interview & Dan Wiederer's eyes keep getting him in trouble (Hour 3) full 2472 Thu, 08 May 2025 02:10:30 +0000 0pFb8ZYBj4OTOrP5KbwVt6y4Kjx4jdlh sports Score Evenings sports Grote: Jon Greenberg interview & Dan Wiederer's eyes keep getting him in trouble (Hour 3) 670 The Score personalities react to the latest Chicago sports news and storylines. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False htt
From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote analyze Packers coach Matt LaFleur's comments on a recent podcast when asked about a remark that Bears coach Ben Johnson made in his introductory press conference. Is the oldest rivalry in the NFL getting a much-needed spark? 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
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer opened their show by reacting to the Cubs placing ace Shota Imanaga (hamstring) on the 15-day injured list before breaking down the club's 9-2 win against the Giants on Monday evening at Wrigley Field. Later, they discussed whether the Cubs could sign star right fielder Kyle Tucker and/or center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to a contract extension this season.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer discussed the Cubs offense having a big night in a 9-2 win against the Giants on Monday evening at Wrigley Field.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer discussed whether the Cubs could sign star right fielder Kyle Tucker and/or center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to a contract extension this season.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer discussed what accountability will look like for the Bears under the direction of new head coach Ben Johnson.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer were joined by Cubs left fielder Ian Happ to discuss what's fueling the club's MLB-best offense.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer pondered what the Bears' schedule will look like for the 2025. Wiederer shared his mock schedule of what he'd like to see.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer were joined by Mike Sando of The Athletic to share insight into how NFL executives view how the Bears fared in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer were joined by Russell Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the Cubs' elite offense, center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's swagger and more of the latest MLB storylines.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer were joined by Russell Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the Cubs' elite offense, center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's swagger and more of the latest MLB storylines. Later, the trio discussed how the Cubs should feel pressure to re-sign star right fielder Kyle Tucker, who's playing in the final season of his contract.
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer held the 5 On It segment, where they hit on a variety of sports topics. After that, Mike Sando of The Athletic joined the show to share insight into how NFL executives view how the Bears fared in the 2025 NFL Draft. Later, Rahimi and Wiederer pondered what the Bears' schedule will look like for the 2025. Wiederer shared his mock schedule of what he'd like to see.
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer examined how the a deep running backs class got away from the Bears in the NFL Draft. After that, they discussed what accountability will look like for the Bears under the direction of new head coach Ben Johnson. Later, Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the show to discuss what's fueling the club's MLB-best offense.
Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer discussed the Cubs' 9-2 win against the Giants on Monday and discussed what accountability will look like for the Bears under the direction of new head coach Ben Johnson. They also welcomed on Mike Sando of The Athletic to share insight on the Bears' draft class and Russell Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the Cubs' stellar play and the latest MLB storylines.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh welcomed in Leila Rahimi and Dan Wiederer for the transition segment.