The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Rome Odunze, Brock Bowers highlight Bears’ draft options at No. 9 with Connor Rogers

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.

Will Patrick Mahomes’ Super Bowl performance force Bears to draft Caleb Williams?

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.

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.