The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Justin Fields shines in his first start in preseason, is he ready?

The practice games are over and it's time to get ready for the real deal and boy did Justin Fields look like the real deal in the final preseason game. Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the final preseason game against the Tennesse Titans and the play of rookie quarterback Justin Fields. Also, the crew talks about the play of the defense and if Danny Trevathan can play well, did the Bears look regular-season ready, and a lot more.(2:41) - Feelings after watching Justin Fields start in his first game(9:30) - Breaking down the backup pass rushers that can impact the defense(19:20) - Analyzing the preseason for the Bears(32:20) - Should Justin Fields start week 1See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What we want to see from Justin Fields in preseason start

Bears QB Justin Fields will get his first start of his career against the Tennesse Titans in the final preseason game of the year. How will he do? Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro share what they hope to see in his first preseason start. Later in the pod, the crew discusses who should make the final 53-man roster and why, and also some programming changes coming to the pod that you, the fan should get involved with.(3:00) - First impressions of Justin Fields getting named the starter in the final preseason game(11:00) - What do fans need to see from Justin Fields in his first start?(20:20) -Which Bears should make the final 53-man roster(40:40) - Updates from Matt Nagy's press conferences(55:45) - Should the podcast review of the day stay or go?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bears flop vs Mitch Trubisky and the Bills, should fans be concerned?

The Bears are in a concerning position after losing big to the Buffalo Bills and former QB Mitch Trubisky. Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the loss and what they think may be issues heading into the season. The guys also discuss the play of Mitch Trubisky and if the Bears didn't handle him correctly, if Matt Nagy is giving Justin Fields a fair chance to start week one, and of course the podcast review of the day.(1:00) - Should Bear fans be concerned after being destroyed by the Bills?(12:00) - Should fans trust Matt Nagy?(23:40) - Is Roquan Smith a top 100 player in the league?(31:40) - Should Justin Fields have the chance to start week 1?(46:40) - Jason Peters speaks to the media about joining the Bears(50:50) - Podcast Review of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bears rookie OT Teven Jenkins undergoes back surgery, Justin Fields sits out due to groin

Let's not panic too soon ok Bear fans, it's still early. Teven Jenkins has had successful back surgery, and fans everywhere are wondering is this another top pick by the Bears that will be hampered by injuries? Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Alex Shapiro discuss the blow to the Bears offensive line and if there should be worry. The crew also discusses Justin Fields being out with an apparent groin injury, Adam Hoge gives his breakdown of the first preseason game, of course, the podcast review of the day, and A LOT more.(1:50) - How impactful is the injury to Teven Jenkins to the Bears(13:30) - Will Akiem Hicks get the extension he's looking for from the Bears?(30:00) - Hoge's breakdown of Justin Fields and the first preseason game(43:00) - Is Justin Fields forcing Matt Nagy's hand on who should start week 1?(52:38) - Podcast Review of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Justin Fields puts on a show in the first preseason game of the year

Oh Justin, my Justin, how long must we wait for thee? After a slow start in the first couple of series, Justin Fields shows why fans should be excited for his future by going 14-of-20 passing for 142 yards and a TD for a 106.7 passer rating in a win vs the Miami Dolphins in the first preseason game. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Alex Shapiro discuss and break down everything you need to know about the first preseason game including did Fields put pressure on Nagy's starting QB position. The guys also discuss the defense, new defensive coordinator Sean Desai's first time calling the defense, and A LOT more.(1:57) - Breaking down Justin Fields' outing vs the Miami Dolphins(11:20) - Is Fields'play a sign for things to come or just fools gold? Comparing Mitch Trubisky's first outing to Fields(18:30) - Analyzing the coaches. Breaking down the playcalling of Matt Nagy and Sean Desai(26:30) - Did the defense look like the Bears of a few seasons ago?(34:14) - Can 39-year-old Jason Peters help out the Bears' offensive line?(36:10) - PODCAST REVIEW OF THE DAY!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bears and Dolphins joint practice, Mitch Trubisky on Bears, and Bears Hall of Famers

In a jam-packed episode of the Under center podcast, Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Eric Strobel discuss a litany of topics on the Bears as they prepare for their first preseason game. In the first part of the podcast, Ken and Alex break down what they expect to see in the first game and how the joint practice went with the Dolphins. In the second half, Ken and Eric discuss Mitch Trubisky's comments on the Bears and which Bears is next to join the Hall of Fame.(1:45) - Bears prep vs the Dolphins in a joint practice (8:00) - Bears release their unofficial depth chart(16:20) - Eric Strobel joins the podcast after a power outage(20:00) - Mitch Trubisky discusses his career playing for the Bears(30:00) - Which Bear will be next to join the Hall of Fame(40:40) - PODCAST REVIEW OF THE DAY!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Injuries to the Bears could set them back before first preseason game

My goodness, the injury report for the Bears is LONG (Kyle Long!) But seriously, what the hell man. As the Bears head into their first preseason game against the Miami Dolphins, will they be able to field a full squad? Ken Davis and Eric Strobel discuss the injuries to the Bears including the impact on the offensive line, the impressive play of Andy Dalton and Darnell Mooney so far in camp, whether Roquan Smith will be a Bear long-term, Jimbo Covert being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and of course, the PODCAST REVIEW OF THE DAY!(2:15) - Injuries and COVID protocol has ransacked the Bears(10:00) - How bad are the offensive line injuries?(20:00) - Darnell Mooney is having a great camp and looking to have a BIG year this year(31:10) - Will Roqun Smith be the staple of the defense?(41:00) - Hall of Fame review(50:07) - PODCAST REVIEW OF THE DAY!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bears sign Alec Ogletree, offensive line is in disarray, and Justin Fields impresses

Traning camp moves on as the Bears get prepared for the regular season. Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the latest news on the Bears as they add a veteran linebacker to the group by signing Alec Ogletree, they discuss the injured offensive line as rookie Teven Jenkins and others missed time this week, and ESPN's Louis Riddick is hearing some things about the Bears' rookie QB Justin Fields. At the end of the pod a double portion of the Podcast Review of the Day featuring one of the greatest reviews of all time, and a review that gets a little spicy with one of the hosts.(6:00) - Bears are having some offensive issues with players being out(17:20) - Breaking down the QB competition in camp/ Should Bears reconsider Dalton as the starter?(27:30) - Eddie Goldman is out due to the COVID protocol(34:40) - Has the feel-good of the draft worn off?(42:38) - A double portion of the PODCAST REVIEW OF THE DAY! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sean Evans from Hot Ones joins the Under Center Podcast

Emmy nominated host of the Hot Ones YouTube show on the First We Feast Youtube channel, Sean Evans joins Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro on the podcast to discuss his love of his hometown Bears! Sean discusses his Chicago ties and loyalties to the teams, starting the Hot Ones show, discusses the Bears and his expectations this year, and a lot more.(1:20) - Growing up a White Sox fan in a Cubs area(5:00) - Reaction to the Bears drafting Justin Fields(14:00) - Which Bear should be a guest on Hot Ones(20:04) - Pizza Debate: Which town makes the best pizza, Chicago or New York?(26:20) - Worst and Best Bears memoriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First week of training camp begins, are Bears ready to take the next step?

In the words of Thin Lizzy "The Boys are back in town!" Adam Hoge and Alex Shapiro are back with Ken Davis as they get you ready for the upcoming Bears season. The crew dives into what has been going on in closed camp including, how many players are vaccinated and how many are not, Eddie Goldman tells the media why he skipped out on the season and missed early offseason workouts, Justin Fields getting used to the pros, Adam Hoge preseason predictions, a powerful Podcast Review of the Day, and a lot more.Make sure to subscribe to the NBC Sports Chicago YouTube page right HERE to watch this episode when it drops on the channel.(0:30) - Welcome back Adam Hoge and Alex Shapiro!(11:20) - Bears wide reciever room after the Anthony Miller trade(20:00) - Will the Bears have issues this season with players not wanting to get vaccinated for the COVID-19 virus?(34:40) - The growth of Matt Nagy as a head coach(51:00) - Best hair in the Bears organization, Ryan Pace or Andy Dalton?(53:40) - Aaron Rodgers returns to the PackersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.