Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The common theme from Bears coaches this offseason is that they need to coach better. In this episode, Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski hear from some of the Bears' defensive assistant coaches on that topic — especially when it comes to specific players like cornerback Tyrique Stevenson. Defensive backs coach Al Harris is optimistic about Stevenson this year. Why? Also, nickel cornerback Kyler Gordon has an obvious impact on the defense when he's on the field. The trick now is keeping him healthy.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from Bears receivers coach Antwaan Randle El, who has thoughts on rookie receiver Zavion Thomas.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from Bears offensive line coach Dan Roushar. What does he think of the players who are competing for the starting left tackle job?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from Bears quarterbacks coach J.T. Barrett, who explains what he wants Caleb Williams to do more of in 2026.

Bears assistant coaches have finally gotten their chance to sound off on pressing offseason topics. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote begin the episode where we left off last time — with quarterback Caleb Williams. Quarterbacks coach J.T. Barrett seems to agree with others on what Williams needs to do better. Make the "boring" play more! Also, offensive line coach Dan Roushar offered insight on rookie center Logan Jones and how the left tackle competition is looking. And most importantly, did receivers coach and Chicagoland native Antwaan Randle El hear the "Green Bay sucks" chants at the Cubs-White Sox games?!