Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how Bears coaches are pushing quarterback Caleb Williams to reach his full potential.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote appreciate the way the Bears, under head coach Ben Johnson, aren't afraid to push the line of aggression during joint practices.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears head coach Ben Johnson further explain why he isn't concerned with the past and is always looking forward.

The Bears went down to Tennessee for a joint practice with the Titans, and it was physical. Dan Wiederer was there and brings all the details to Mark Grote. We kind like that the Bears are pushing the line of aggression in these practices. Also in the episode, quarterback Caleb Williams described the way he's improving at coverage recognition — which is something head coach Ben Johnson continues to push him on. And was one of the reporters on the beat intentionally antagonizing Johnson during his press conference?!

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the how the Bears are filling the safety position left open by Coby Bryant's injury. Who will be the starter next to rookie Dillon Thieneman?