The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Brock Purdy’s success and 2024 Super Bowl preview

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.

Will Kliff Kingsbury convince Washington Commanders to trade for Caleb Williams?

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.

Defending Justin Fields, finding Bears’ path to contention with Leila Rahimi

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.

Bears hire Eric Washington as Defensive Coordinator, plus Chiefs, 49ers move onto Super Bowl

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.

Caleb Williams vs. Justin Fields, Bears’ NFL Draft questions

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.

Analyzing what Shane Waldron’s hire means for Bears’ future, Justin Fields

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.

NFL playoffs recap plus Bears’ offensive coordinator search reaches Kliff Kingsbury

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.

Will Justin Fields or Caleb Williams break Bears’ QB Curse with Mark Potash

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.

Bears’ offensive coordinator search heats up, plus lessons from C.J. Stroud, NFL playoffs

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.

What’s next for Bears after firing Luke Getsy, retaining Matt Eberflus?

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.