

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast
Chicago Sports Network
The Charter Podcast is where you can find everything you need to know about the Chicago Bears. Our team of Ruthie Polinsky, Alex Shapiro, Clay Harbor, and Kevin Lapka 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 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday throughout the season.
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Jan 2, 2023 • 41min
Week 17 recap: Bears’ lack effort in loss to Lions
The Bears lost to the Buffalo Bills 35-13 on Sunday. Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro break down what went wrong this week. They discuss the lack of effort and how the offensive line lacked quarterback protection. Later, they talk about the length of time Justin Fields held on to the ball and how dangerous it was. They also break down Braxton Jones's struggles and his future with the Bears. Finally, they discuss Chase Claypool’s blowup on the sideline in Detroit and how Justin Fields handled the situation.
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Dec 30, 2022 • 24min
Week 17 preview: Bears vs. Lions with Eric Woodyard of ESPN
The Bears are getting set to play the Detroit Lions in Week 17. Will the Bears pull off the upset? Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro preview the matchup with Lions ESPN beat writer Eric Woodyard. The guys discuss the difference between the Lions in Week 10 and now, if the Lions are a growing threat in the NFC North, along with predictions for the game and more.
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Dec 28, 2022 • 26min
Former DE Corey Wootten breaks down the Bears’ defense and where it’s headed
With two games left in the season, FOX32 analyst Corey Wootten joins Kenneth, Josh and Alex to discuss the Bears' future. They break down what the Bears can add to the roster through the draft and who they should take with their first-round pick. Later, they debate how the team can improve on defense, which WR the Bears should target in the offseason and much more!
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Dec 25, 2022 • 31min
Week 16 recap: Bears’ rookies Kyler Gordon, Velus Jones shine in loss to Bills
In freezing cold temperatures, the Bears lost to the Buffalo Bills 35-13 on Sunday. Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro talk about what went wrong for the Bears. They discuss the lack of quarterback-designed run for Justin Fields and how the offensive line impacted the game plan. Later, they talk about what could happen if the Bears land the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 draft. They also break down Velus Jones Jr.'s performance. Finally, they talk about Kyler Gordon's game and how the Bears' defense fared against Josh Allen.
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Dec 21, 2022 • 29min
Adam Schefter of ESPN on the bright future of the Bears
Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro are joined by ESPN's Senior NFL insider Adam Schefter to discuss the state of the Bears and what could be one of the brightest eras in Chicago Bears history. Adam provides insight into what broke down between the Bears and Roquan Smith with contract negotiations, they discuss the off-season strategy for the Bears, how the national media views Justin Fields and a lot more!
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Dec 19, 2022 • 56min
Week 15 recap: Bears losing streak extends to 7 with loss to Eagles
The Chicago Bears gave the Philadelphia Eagles all they could handle Sunday, but a few critical mistakes cost them a chance at the upset. Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down Justin Fields’ performance in the 25-20 loss. Later, they debate whether or not David Montgomery has a place in the future of the Bears' rebuild. Then, they discuss if it would be in the Bears' best interest to lose out, finishing on a 10-game losing streak. Finally, they talk about Teven Jenkins’ neck injury and how it will affect the offensive line.
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Dec 16, 2022 • 39min
NFL Week 15 preview: Chicago Bears vs Philadelphia Eagles
Coming off their bye week, the Bears gear up to face the best team in the NFL, the Philadelphia Eagles. To preview the matchup, former co-host of the Under Center Podcast Siafa Lewis from CBS Philadelphia joins Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro. The guys discuss Jalen Hurts' MVP campaign, if there are similarities between Hurts and Justin Fields, if there is a way for the Bears to compete with the Super Bowl contenders, and much more.
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Dec 14, 2022 • 26min
Tony Dungy on how to build around Justin Fields
NFL Hall of Famer and NBC's Football Night in America host Tony Dungy joins Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro to discuss how the Bears should build around Justin Fields. Dungy discusses how he built the Super Champion Indianapolis Colts with Payton Manning, if Jalen Hurts' path be similar to Justin Fields, how you should draft once you have your QB of the future, and a lot more!
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Dec 7, 2022 • 28min
Who should the Bears take in the 2023 NFL Draft?
With the Bears on a bye week, the crew took this opportunity to look to the future. NFL.com's lead draft writer Eric Edholm joins Ken Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss what the Bears will be considering with a top-three pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Will they take a pass rusher like Will Anderson or Jalen Carter? Is there a true No. 1 wide receiver the Bears can draft? All your questions and concerns about the draft will be answered here on this episode of the Under Center podcast.
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Dec 5, 2022 • 30min
Week 13 recap: Chicago Bears blow early lead to Green Bay Packers
The Chicago Bears blew an early 16-3 lead to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, falling 28-19 at Soldier Field. On the Under Center Podcast, Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down Justin Fields' return and discuss why this was his best game as a passer. Later, they review the Bears' offensive line and look at Cole Kmet's performance against the Packers. Finally, they look at another good game from Jack Sanborn and another quiet night from the defensive line.
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