The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The regular season starts today as the Bears prepare to face the San Francisco 49ers in the opening week of the NFL season. How do you think they will perform? Ken Davis and Josh Schrock predict the Bears’ season and what the best and worst case scenarios would be for the Bears. The guys also give out awards for the Bears. It's almost that time Bears Nation! Let's ride! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ted Phillips has been with Chicago Bears for nearly 40 years and today he officially announced his retirement as CEO of the Bears. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock discuss Phillips' impact on the organization, his legacy in Chicago, the fan reaction, and how the Bears will proceed moving forward. You don't want to miss this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Week 1 approaching, the Bears made a flurry of roster moves to reach their 53-man roster. Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down the cuts that stood out to them and examine the players the Bears claimed off waivers, including Alex Leatherwood. Later, they discuss Teven Jenkins' future with the Bears and the impact trade rumors have had on his happiness. Finally, they look at which injured Bears could be ready for Week 1 vs. the 49ers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the final rehearsal before the real deal, Justin Fields throws 3 TDs. Is it too early to be excited? Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock discuss Fields’ outing and how offensive coordinator Luke Getsy is helping Justin Fields. Later in the pod, the guys discuss Roquan Smith’s absence from the final game and if he is still playing games with the Bears. They also break down the rest of the first team and if Matt Eberflus is ready for the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bears are headed into the final practice run before the real season begins and head coach Matt Eberflus announced this week that the starters will play the entire first half. What should fans be looking for? Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock discuss and give updates from Bears practice and what they expect from the starters as they play the most they've played the entire preseason. Get ready Bears fans, it's almost time for football! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roquan Smith is not happy about it but he has officially returned to the Bears and practice over the weekend and spoke to the media about it. Why did Roquan come back? Is a new deal imminent? Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock discuss the return of Smith and what he told the media about it. One thing we do know is that Roquan is not happy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bears go 2-0 in the preseason as they defeat the Seattle Seahawks. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock break down everything you need from the play of Justin Fields, to Matt Eberflus choosing not to challenge the catch, to the offensive line play, and A LOT more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The biggest name in Fantasy Football is joining the NBC Sports team. Matthew Berry joins the Under Center Bears podcast to discuss his move from ESPN to NBC Sports. Berry also discusses everything you need to know about which Bears player you should draft on your fantasy team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bears get the win in game one of the pre-season against the Kansas City Chiefs. What are the takeaways and can they build from it? Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock break down all you need to know from the first game of the year including Justin Fields, the play of the rookies, the offensive line, did the WRs do well enough, and can the defense still be good without Roquan Smith. 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.

Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro react and break down the high-stakes negotiations between Roquan Smith and the Bears as Smith puts out a statement asking for a trade and saying the Bears are not operating in good faith on a new contract. The crew also discusses Ryan Poles' response to the media and if a new deal is in the works for the Bears' best player. All that and 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.