Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

The Athletic has released its annual NFL quarterback tiers list! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote bring in the man behind the list, The Athletic's Mike Sando, to help break things down. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams jumped into Tier 2 this year. What does he need to do in order to make it into Tier 1? And what's the reasoning for the rankings of the other QBs in the NFC North? Plus, Grote and Wiederer also bring you some of the latest from Bears training camp.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take a look at where Bears quarterback Caleb Williams ranked on The Athletic's annual quarterback tiers list.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote examine who has been on the field while the Bears work without safety Coby Bryant.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the importance of the massive contract extension the Bears have agreed to with right tackle Darnell Wright.

Right tackle Darnell Wright and the Bears have inked a four-year, $116-million contract extension! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote aren't shocked by the news, but that doesn't mean it isn't a huge deal for a lot of people — including general manager Ryan Poles, who took Wright at 10th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. Also in this episode, the guys bring the latest news and notes from training camp. How is the defense adjusting without safety Coby Bryant? And we have the annual quarterback tiers list from The Athletic!