The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The Charter Podcast is where you can find everything you need to know about the Chicago Bears. Our team of Ruthie Polinsky & Clay Harbor bring you postgame reaction, interviews, and game previews. We’ll provide you with latest and have some fun along the way. New episodes available every Thursday throughout the season.

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Episodes

Monday Oct 11, 2021

Justin Fields and the Bears defense put on a show in Las Vegas as they win big 20-9 on the road and man it feels good. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Eric Strobel break down the big win and all the angles. The crew discusses the growth in Justin Fields, how good can the Bears defense get, the improvement in coaching and heading into Packers week, what should fans look forward to this week.(2:00) - Victory Monday for the Bears(10:00) - Breaking down Justin Fields' play(20:40) - Justin is learning after every game(29:00) - Is Matthew Nagy getting better as a coach by stepping back?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thursday Oct 07, 2021

Matthew Nagy, (and yes he will be known on this feed as Matthew Nagy going forward) announced FINALLY that Justin Fields will be the Bears' starter from hence and forevermore. So the Fields Era actually begins now. No Siafa Lewis this week so Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro preview Bears v Raiders as they discuss what they expect from Justin Fields, will the Bears defense be able to take advantage of Derek Carr like Joey Bosa and the Chargers did last week, Bill Lazor's comments on Justin Fields, and a lot more!(3:45) - Justin Fields is named the starter FOREVER!(13:15) - How will Justin Fields fair against the Raiders defense?(22:40) - Will Bill Lazor open up the offense more for Fields?(33:00) - Bears trade for Jakeem Grant as they move Khalil Herbert to backup running back(43:00) - Predictions for Bears vs RaidersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tuesday Oct 05, 2021

Before I say anything. Everything runs through Matthew Nagy. Now that's out of the way, the Under Center crew is back with Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Adam Hoge as they discuss what Matthew Nagy is doing with his quarterbacks, they go inside the film and see where the Bears need to improve, they discuss why the defense has looked amazing the last couple of weeks, David Montgomery's injury and a lot more!(1:20) - Adam Hoge's thoughts on Justin Fields' first win as a starter(5:50) - Which QB will start, Justin Fields or Andy Dalton (It must run through Matthew Nagy)(14:00) - How will the Bears run the ball without David Montgomery(19:10) - Robert Quinn is dominating right nowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sunday Oct 03, 2021

Bear down Chicago Bears, something something something VICTORY!! Yes, the Bears take down the division rival Lions 24-14 and Justin Fields looks like the future. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, Alex Shapiro, and Tony Gill break down the win and all the angles. Including, the Bears defense being literal monsters vs Jared Goff, the Bears leaning more heavily on their best offensive player David Montgomery, and Bill Lazor's play-calling abilities, under the watchful eye, ears, nose, and mouth of head coach Matthew Nagy, which everything must run through.(1:50) - The Bears offense looked like a completely different unit from the first series(10:00) - Bill Lazor protected his rookie QB with his play calling(30:30) - Will the Bears be more competitive with Bill Lazor as the play caller?(39:10) - Sean Desai and the Bears' defense is improving every week. (But everything runs through Matt Nagy so it's really due to him)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thursday Sep 30, 2021

This episode is a fun jam-packed and informed preview to get you ready for Sunday's division matchup with the Detroit Lions. Ken Davis, Siafa Lewis, Eric Strobel, and former Bear and Football Aftershow analyst Alex Brown, discuss everything you need for Bears v Lions. The crew discusses the issues with Matt Nagy's offense, why Eddie Jackson is playing poorly, the new potential stadium in Arlington Park, how the Bears match up against the Dan Campbell's Detroit Lions, and A LOT more.*Don't forget, you can now watch every episode of the Under Center Podcast on YouTube! Make sure to like and subscribe to the NBCS Chicago page for new episodes, show clips, and extra content.(1:50) - What were the expectations for Justin Fields heading into his first start vs the Browns?(10:40) - The defense must make up for the offense. Why hasn't Eddie Jackson performed?(29:45) - Is there enough nostalgia at Soldier Field for the Bears to stay?(40:20) - Bears vs Lions is not an automatic win for the Bears anymore(56:40) - Predictions for Bears vs LionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wednesday Sep 29, 2021

This is not a drill! In breaking news, the Bears have signed a purchase agreement for the Arlington International Racecourse property in suburban Arlington Heights. The Bears made the news official on Wednesday morning and are buying the 326-acre property for $197.2 million. Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Eric Strobel discuss the news, what does it mean, what can Bear fans expect in the near future, and will the Bears ultimately move from historic Soldier Field.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tuesday Sep 28, 2021

After watching an offensive, offensive performance by the Bears, what does the film say went wrong? Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Eric Strobel discuss the Matt Nagy flaws in play calling and preparation and what Justin Fields needs to work on in the second start of his career. Be sure to subscribe to the NBC Sports Chicago YouTube page to watch the podcasts.(2:50) - How much blame does Justin Fields get in the loss to the Browns?(8:45) - Did the way the Bears loss impact Fields?(14:10) - What are the questions the Bears should ask themselves?(18:40) - How should the Bears try and fix the left tackle position?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sunday Sep 26, 2021

I don't think you need much of a description about what was said in this podcast. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Alex Shapiro discuss Matt Nagy's offense, his game planning, his strategy, his half time adjustments, his development skills, his play calling, his decision making OR lack thereof on all of these. If you are a real Bears fan, this is the podcast you need to listen to, to help exorcise all the bad juju from that game. SMH(2:35) - This was one of the most disappointing games in Matt Nagy's tenure(17:10) - Who helped Justin Field at all?(32:00) - Matt Nagy needs a come to Jesus moment about himself and his play calling(45:00) - What will Justin Fields look like against the Lions and will Andy Dalton be the starter when he's healthy?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thursday Sep 23, 2021

It's a Fields Friday as we get you prepared for Bears v Browns this Sunday. Ken Davis and NBC 5's Siafa Lewis provide a full breakdown of Sunday's matchup as rookie QB Justin Fields gets prepared for his first regular-season start of his career. The guys discuss what Justin Fields should be aware of, should Matt Nagy stick with him if he's struggling, will Andy Dalton be back if healthy, can the defense improve on s stellar performance last week, and a lot more. BEAR DOWN!(2:00) - Siafa's quick breakdown of Bears v Bengals(7:40) - Have the Bears operated in Justin Fields' best interest so far this year?(18:40) - How can the Bears offensive line protect Fields against Jadeveon Clowney and Myles Garrett?(28:00) - How will Matt Nagy react If Justin Fields has a bad game?(36:45) - Official predictions for Bears v BrownsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wednesday Sep 22, 2021

After the Bears get their first win of the season, Matt Nagy is not letting on as to who will be his starting quarterback. Ken Davis and Adam Hoge discuss how Matt Nagy is treating his QB situation and if Justin Fields has shown enough on Sunday to start. The guys also break down the film on Justin and see the areas he performed well in, and areas he needs to improve, Andy Dalton's injury and how long will he be out, and if Jaylon Johnson is on his way to being a top 5 corner in the league.(1:55) - Justin Fields needs to start now(9:00) - What should we make of the Andy Dalton injury and if he's healthy enough should he return as the starter?(14:50) - Analysis of the offensive line in the second game(19:00) - Breaking down the play of the secondary(24:10) - Expectations for the upcoming matchup vs the Cleveland BrownsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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