The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro break down the first day of the NFL Scouting Combine. The guys discuss general manager Ryan Poles wanting to do right by Justin Fields in a potential trade (1:10). They break down if the Bears are deciding between Justin Fields and Caleb Williams or if there is another QB in the equation (6:24). Then, the trio looks at the impact trading Fields would have on the Bears' locker room (20:30). They finish by looking at potential trade destinations for Fields and Schrock dishes on what he heard in the rumor mill in Indy on Day 1. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the Under Center podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro preview this week's NFL Combine and discuss Caleb Williams' decision not to participate in passing drills (1:10). They also recap what they heard from the Bears' new coaches last week at the introductory press conferences. What will new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's offense look like (8:01)? Later, the two reflect on Peter King's career after announcing his retirement and his article about what the Bears could possibly get if they decided to trade the No. 1 pick (31:46). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the three most important roster holes the Bears need to address this offseason. The guys explain the importance of finding a quality center with Cody Whitehair gone and Lucas Patrick not expected to return (1:10). Later, they discuss how they think the Bears should address the wide receiver position (11:59), and where they rank finding an edge rusher opposite Montez Sweat (18:00). All that and a lot more on the Under Center Podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock discuss if Ryan Poles has decided to move on from Justin Fields and why the QB's time in Chicago is likely over (2:07)? They also discuss what the league has said about Fields and Luke Getsy (10:43), what is the window the Bears are looking at to trade Justin (21:19) and the four teams most likely to trade for him (22:40). Later in the podcast, they talk about the Bears cutting Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair (33:54) and what the Bears are planning to do with superstar corner Jaylon Johnson (44:36). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.