On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Shawne Merriman joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss his upcoming Lights Out fight on January 6. But first, they discuss the effect the Montez Sweat trade has had on the Bears' defense (0:38). Merriman also talks about why he thinks it might be best for Justin Fields and the Bears to part ways this offseason (2:43). Later, he talks about the impact Khalil Mack has had on the Chargers' defense (7:35) and what the Bears should do at left tackle going forward (8:56). Finally, Merriman talks about his experience with a quarterback competition (16:42) and if it’s time for teams to step away from having defensive-minded head coaches (20:00). Merriman also give his predictions for the Bears' Week 17 against the Falcons (23:34).

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