The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The Bears lost a shootout against the Cowboys, but there was progress and growth from quarterback Justin Fields. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock break down the game and what they saw from Fields, how offensive coordinator Luke Getsy has evolved, why the defense struggled in their first game without Robert Quinn, and a lot more. (1:13) - Justin Fields posts his best passer rating of the year. Is he becoming a star? (8:08) - Fields is becoming more consistent (13:55) - Eberflus' decision to go for the 2pt conversion multiple times (20:30) - Breaking down the play of the defense. Was the Robert Quinn trade worth it? (29:00) - The Cowboys did whatever they wanted on offense (40:00) - Postgame press conference reactions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a blowout win against the Patriots, the Bears face the Dallas Cowboys in Week 8. To help preview the game, Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro are joined by Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News to discuss what the Bears need to do to come up with the upset. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this emergency episode of the Under Center Podcast, Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss the Bears trading Robert Quinn to the Philadelphia Eagles for a fourth-round draft pick. The crew gives their instant reactions to the trade, what it says about GM Ryan Poles, and break down Quinn’s performance so far this season. Finally, they look at how this will impact the 2022 season, and talk about who is going to step up in Quinn's absence. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Devin Hester is up to make the Hall of Fame again after missing being a first ballot entry. How does he feel about missing that opportunity? Is he confident he will make it this year? Hester joins Bears beat reporter Alex Shapiro to discuss his Hall of Fame candidacy and if special teams will ever be the same after his excellent career. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Justin Fields dominated in fantastic fashion, as he led the Bears to a now 3-4 record with a convincing win against the New England Patriots on Monday Night football. Ken Davis and Josh Schrock discuss and break down everything involving the win in Boston including the difference in play for Justin Fields, the playcalling of Luke Getsy, the performance by the defense, and much more! (3:00) - Is this the starting point for Justin to stack good games together (9:30) - This was a big win for Matt Eberflus and the coaching staff (16:30) - What can the Bears do to be better at offensive line (26:00) - The Bears' defense stepped up big time 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, Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro are joined by WEEI’s Khari Thompson to preview the Bears-Patriots Week 7 Monday Night Football matchup. The guys break down the Patriots' quarterback situation, what to expect from N’Keal Harry when he makes his Bears debut against his former team, and how the Bears can attack the Patriots' defense. 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, Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro are joined by former Bears quarterback Jim Miller. Miller breaks down Justin Fields’ play through 6 weeks and talks about when he expects him to adjust to the new offense. He also discusses the performance of the rookies, including Kyler Gordon and Velus Jones Jr. Finally, Miller gives his first impressions of new head coach Matt Eberflus. 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, former Bears defensive tackle Anthony 'Spice’ Adams joins Ken Davis to break down how the Bears' defense has looked through the first six weeks of the season. The two discuss Eddie Jackson’s resurgence and when players should get frustrated with the Bears’ lack of defensive success. Finally, Spice reveals the origin of his viral meme See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ken Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro break down the Bears' 12-7 loss to the Washington Commanders on Thursday Night Football. The guys discuss Justin Fields' performance, the offensive line's disastrous play, Darnell Mooney's game-winning catch that wasn't, and where the Bears go from here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ken Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro talk with NBC Sports Washington’s Mitch Tischler to preview the Week 6 game between the Bears and Commanders. The guys break down Washington’s offensive issues, Carson Wentz’s woes, and discuss how the Bears can take advantage of the Commanders to leave Thursday night with a win. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.