The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Is Bears’ Week 1 debacle vs. Packers reason for long-term concern?

After an offseason of excitement and hype, the Bears were blownout by the Green Bay Packers, 38-20, in their highly-anticipated home opener. Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down and recap the Bears' embarrassing loss. They break down a so-so game from Justin Fields, dissect a questionable offensive game plan, and discuss a brutal day from the offensive. Is it time to second-guess Ryan Poles' offseason decisions? Later, they talk about a non-existent showing from the Bears' defense. Finally, they look at how the Packers and head coach Matt LaFleur outcoached Matt Eberflus and his staff.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bears vs. Packers Week 1 preview: Will Justin Fields or Jordan Love shine?

After an offseason of excitement, the 2023 Bears will finally open their season Sunday when they welcome the Green Bay Packers to Soldier Field. To preview the matchup, Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro are joined by Bill Schmid, postgame host for Packers Radio in Wisconsin, to break down everything you need ahead of the Week 1 tilt. The guys discuss the new era of the rivalry with Justin Fields and Jordan Love taking center stage, who the Bears must keep in check and who will start the season with a win.1:45 - Will the streak of great QB play continue for the Packers?7:18 - How will the Packers offense change with Jordan Love at QB?11:43 - Who should the Bears be worried about on the Packers this year?18:23 - How can Justin Fields be effective against the Packers?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Expectations for Justin Fields and Bears in 2023, Tyson Bagent mania with Laurence Holmes

Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season has finally arrived, and the Under Center podcast is getting you ready for the Bears' season opener against the Packers. NBC Sports Chicago and 670 The Score host Laurence Holmes joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro. They break down the expectations for Justin Fields in 2023, examine the Bears' biggest weakness, and discuss the Tyson Bagent mania that has swept Chicago.4:49 - Will Justin Fields have the same trajectory as Jalen Hurts?8:30 - Does the hype around Justin Fields feel different from any other Bears QB?12:30 - Will Luke Getsy be able to grow the offense this year?19:40 - Who are the most important Bears this year not named Justin Fields?24:03 - How should fans view the Bears' offensive line and how it was made?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Under Center Podcast fantasy football draft

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Alex Shapiro and special guest Francie Swidler discuss their fantasy football teams before Week 1. Hear why they're high on some players and why they're fading others. Who will have the best team? Who will finish last and have to suffer an embarrassing punishment on a future podcast? Let us know.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bears’ concerns, X-factor, and the Tyson Bagent decision with Pat Finley

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Pat Finley from the Chicago Sun-Times joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss the Bears' biggest concern heading into Week 1. Will Tyson Bagent be the Bears' backup quarterback? Later, they discuss what Bears fans should be optimistic about this season. How good will Darnell Wright be initially? Who is the biggest X-factor? Finally, they discuss Velus Jones Jr.'s value and if he will be returning punts this season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NFL Roster Cuts: Chicago Bears set 53-man roster

The Bears have their first 53-man roster for the 2023-24 season. Were there any surprises? Did Ryan Poles make the right cuts? Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down the solidified roster and discuss Poles' moves, including cutting Trevis Gipson. Is having only two quarterbacks on the team the right decision? Was trading for offensive lineman Dan Feeney the right move?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Justin Fields gets final tune-up, Tyson Bagent makes closing argument in Bears’ loss vs. Bills

The Bears closed out their 2023 preseason schedule with a 24-21 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field. Ken Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro break down Justin Fields' final tune-up, Tyson Bagent's final push for a roster spot, Trevis Gipson's trade request and much more!1:31 - Trevis Gipson asks for a trade10:00 - Justin Fields' final practice run before the real thing. Was it enough?21:00 - Tyson Bagent vs P.J. Walker27:31 - Breaking down Tyrique Stevenson's preseason play34:38 - What is the plan for punt return and kick return?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fantasy Football expert Matthew Berry thinks Justin Fields will be better NFL QB than fantasy QB

NBC Sports and Rotoworld Fantasy Football expert Matthew Berry joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the Bears and their fantasy implications. Berry outlines why he thinks Justin Fields will be a better NFL QB than a fantasy one. He also breaks down how he views the Bears’ running back room and if DJ Moore will be a fantasy stud. Later, Ken and Alex discuss Fields and if it’s better for him to put up stats or grow as a QB.1:20 - Where should you draft Justin Fields, and will he be better as a real QB or a fantasy QB3:45 - In what order should you take the Bears’ running backs?5:52 - Will DJ Moore be a fantasy stud?12:05 - Who are the top 5 fantasy players in the NFC North (You will be shocked by Berry’s list)16:18 - Should Bears fans be happy that Justin Fields might be a better real QB than a fantasy QB?21:13 - Reacting to Matthew Berry’s top 5 fantasy players in the NFC NorthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bears’ Tyson Bagent makes case to be QB2, Justin Fields and offense struggle in joint practices

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock talk about what they saw from the Bears during joint practices and the preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts. They discuss the offense's struggles and the Bears' decision not to play Justin Fields. Later, they talk about how Trevis Gipson and other roster bubble guys performed in Indy. Finally, the guys discuss Tyson Bagent's impressive play vs. the Colts and the chance he'll unseat P.J. Walker as the backup QB.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Belief in Justin Fields’ long-term potential, Bears expectations with Danny Parkins

On this episode of the Under Center podcast, Danny Parkins, co-host of 670 The Score's Parkins and Spiegel, joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to break down his belief in Justin Fields' potential to become great, his projections for the Bears' quarterback in 2023, and gives his spiciest Bears' upcoming seasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.