The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The Bears aren't out of the forest yet. (See what I did there? Bears? Forests) As the Bears get ready to face Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Under Center crew discusses what needed to be done vs the Packers. Ken Davis and Adam Hoge break down the film on Justin Fields and the Bears defense to see what went right and what went wrong and if the Bears have a chance against the Bucs. (2:00) - Did the Bears do enough to have fans believe they are improving even in a loss? (6:00) - What went wrong on the "free play" for the Bears (12:06) - Why isn't Allen Robinson productive this year? (17:00) - What does the film say about Justin Fields? (23:00) - How will the Bears perform vs the Bucs? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ol' Aaron Charles Rodgers is still the bane of every Chicago Bears fan existence once again after beating the good guys 24-14 at Soldier Field. But the good news is Justin Fields is still learning and growing and we will have our day A ARON! I SWEAR ON IT WITH MY LIFE! (Not really) In the meantime though, we have a breakdown to get to. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Alex Shapiro discuss every angle of the matchup including the play of Justin Fields, the Bears defense not being able to stop the run in the second half, Khalil Herbert breaking out, and a lot more. Your days are numbered, Rodgers! (5:30) - The Under Center Podcast reaches 3 MILLION DOWNLOADS! (7:45) - First impressions of Bears vs Packers (16:50) - Is Justin Fields getting frustrated with the offense? (30:40) - Can Jaylon Johnson be the shutdown corner for the Bears? (39:00) - Bears defense gets smoked on the ground (46:30) - Do the Bears need Allen Robinson? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The biggest rivalry in football is back in its first installment for this year as the Bears get prepared to take on the Green Bay Packers. Ken Davis, Siafa Lewis, and Eric Strobel break down everything you need to know about the Bears and Packers. The crew also discusses did the Bears get an easier win vs the Raiders due to the Jon Gruden email scandal, and they discuss what Justin Fields needs to show in his first matchup against the Pack. (5:00) - Assessing the Raiders win. Is it legit? (16:20) - Breaking down the Jon Gruden email scandal (33:00) - In what ways Justin Fields has gotten better every start? (44:00) - What are the expectations for the Bears this week See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first installment of Justin Fields vs the Packers beings this week and the Under Center crew has got you covered. Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Eric Strobel break down the play of Justin Fields and discuss what he and the offense need to do to keep the momentum going after a big win vs the Las Vegas Raiders. The crew also discusses if Ryan Pace had the best QB offseason in the NFL, is this the passing of the torch in the NFC North from Aaron Rodgers to Justin Fields, and a lot more. (6:55) - The Bears played physical and complementary football vs the Raiders (14:30) - How can the Bears' offense beat the Green Bay Packers? (18:50) - Breaking down Justin Fields' play vs the Raiders (27:50) - Did Ryan Pace have the best offseason at QB in the NFL? (35:45) - Do the Bears have a chance vs the Packers? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Justin Fields and the Bears defense put on a show in Las Vegas as they win big 20-9 on the road and man it feels good. Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Eric Strobel break down the big win and all the angles. The crew discusses the growth in Justin Fields, how good can the Bears defense get, the improvement in coaching and heading into Packers week, what should fans look forward to this week. (2:00) - Victory Monday for the Bears (10:00) - Breaking down Justin Fields' play (20:40) - Justin is learning after every game (29:00) - Is Matthew Nagy getting better as a coach by stepping back? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Nagy, (and yes he will be known on this feed as Matthew Nagy going forward) announced FINALLY that Justin Fields will be the Bears' starter from hence and forevermore. So the Fields Era actually begins now. No Siafa Lewis this week so Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro preview Bears v Raiders as they discuss what they expect from Justin Fields, will the Bears defense be able to take advantage of Derek Carr like Joey Bosa and the Chargers did last week, Bill Lazor's comments on Justin Fields, and a lot more! (3:45) - Justin Fields is named the starter FOREVER! (13:15) - How will Justin Fields fair against the Raiders defense? (22:40) - Will Bill Lazor open up the offense more for Fields? (33:00) - Bears trade for Jakeem Grant as they move Khalil Herbert to backup running back (43:00) - Predictions for Bears vs Raiders See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Before I say anything. Everything runs through Matthew Nagy. Now that's out of the way, the Under Center crew is back with Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, and Adam Hoge as they discuss what Matthew Nagy is doing with his quarterbacks, they go inside the film and see where the Bears need to improve, they discuss why the defense has looked amazing the last couple of weeks, David Montgomery's injury and a lot more! (1:20) - Adam Hoge's thoughts on Justin Fields' first win as a starter (5:50) - Which QB will start, Justin Fields or Andy Dalton (It must run through Matthew Nagy) (14:00) - How will the Bears run the ball without David Montgomery (19:10) - Robert Quinn is dominating right now See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bear down Chicago Bears, something something something VICTORY!! Yes, the Bears take down the division rival Lions 24-14 and Justin Fields looks like the future. Ken Davis, Eric Strobel, Alex Shapiro, and Tony Gill break down the win and all the angles. Including, the Bears defense being literal monsters vs Jared Goff, the Bears leaning more heavily on their best offensive player David Montgomery, and Bill Lazor's play-calling abilities, under the watchful eye, ears, nose, and mouth of head coach Matthew Nagy, which everything must run through. (1:50) - The Bears offense looked like a completely different unit from the first series (10:00) - Bill Lazor protected his rookie QB with his play calling (30:30) - Will the Bears be more competitive with Bill Lazor as the play caller? (39:10) - Sean Desai and the Bears' defense is improving every week. (But everything runs through Matt Nagy so it's really due to him) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is a fun jam-packed and informed preview to get you ready for Sunday's division matchup with the Detroit Lions. Ken Davis, Siafa Lewis, Eric Strobel, and former Bear and Football Aftershow analyst Alex Brown, discuss everything you need for Bears v Lions. The crew discusses the issues with Matt Nagy's offense, why Eddie Jackson is playing poorly, the new potential stadium in Arlington Park, how the Bears match up against the Dan Campbell's Detroit Lions, and A LOT more. *Don't forget, you can now watch every episode of the Under Center Podcast on YouTube! Make sure to like and subscribe to the NBCS Chicago page for new episodes, show clips, and extra content. (1:50) - What were the expectations for Justin Fields heading into his first start vs the Browns? (10:40) - The defense must make up for the offense. Why hasn't Eddie Jackson performed? (29:45) - Is there enough nostalgia at Soldier Field for the Bears to stay? (40:20) - Bears vs Lions is not an automatic win for the Bears anymore (56:40) - Predictions for Bears vs Lions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is not a drill! In breaking news, the Bears have signed a purchase agreement for the Arlington International Racecourse property in suburban Arlington Heights. The Bears made the news official on Wednesday morning and are buying the 326-acre property for $197.2 million. Ken Davis, Adam Hoge, and Eric Strobel discuss the news, what does it mean, what can Bear fans expect in the near future, and will the Bears ultimately move from historic Soldier Field. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.