Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast
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Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote host Take The North, which covers the latest Chicago Bears news and storylines every week. The duo promises to bring you informed, compelling, honest and responsible analysis of all the latest topics surrounding Da Bears.
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Ben Johnson wants to 'gut' his opponents
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from former Bears receiver Allen Robinson, who offers more insight on head coach Ben Johnson's mentality.
How can the Bears avoid the pitfalls they had after their successful 2018 season?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from former Bears receiver Allen Robinson, who reflects on what happened to the organization after a successful 2018...
Grote isn't sure how many Bears rookies will truly contribute this year
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how much the Bears rookie class will contribute in the 2026 season.
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[FULL EPISODE] What type of impact will the Bears rookies have in 2026?
As we get set for Bears rookie minicamp this weekend, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer are wondering what kind of impact this rookie class will have on the...
Wiederer's 2026 Bears schedule wish list!
Dan Wiederer previews for Adam Studzinski his wish list for the 2026 Bears schedule.
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Bears need to get the best out of what they have on the defensive line
Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski discuss the Bears' defensive linemen. The coaches simply need to make the best of what they have at this point.
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What do we want to learn about the Bears' new players at rookie camp?
Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski discuss what they hope to learn when the Bears host rookie camp this weekend.
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[FULL EPISODE] What do we hope to learn at Bears rookie camp?
The Bears will soon get to see their rookies on the field for the first time as they host rookie camp. Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski, who pinch hit...
Can the 2026 draft help the Bears build sustained success?
Dan Wiederer and Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic discuss if they believe the draft class the Bears added this year will help them build sustained succe...
A reminder of what the Bears lost from the 2025 team
Dan Wiederer and Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic talk through what all the Bears have lost and/or need to replace from their 2025 squad.
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Kevin Fishbain thinks the Bears roster is better now than after the 2025 draft
Dan Wiederer and Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic discuss whether the Bears have a better roster now compared to their 2025 team.
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[FULL EPISODE] Kevin Fishbain evaluates the Bears' 2026 draft
Dan Wiederer is joined by Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic for this one as we continue breaking down what we think of the Bears after they added their 2...
Ben Johnson insists coaching will help improve the Bears' pass rush
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote examine the Bears' pass rushers as the roster currently stands. Head coach Ben Johnson proclaimed he and his assistants wi...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer reflects on the Bears' draft class on 104.3 The Score
Our own Dan Wiederer joined Mike Mulligan and David Haugh on Chicago's 104.3 The Score as we continue discussing the Bears' draft class. How might thi...
What have we learned about the Bears draft class so far?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the interesting tidbits they've learned about the players the Bears drafted.
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BONUS: 2026 NFL schedule planning with Mike North! | ‘It's Always Gameday In Buffalo’
The 2026 NFL schedule release, a tentpole event of the offseason, occurs in mid-May. Audacy Original podcast It's Always Gameday In Buffalo chatted wi...
[FULL EPISODE] A big-picture assessment of the Bears after the NFL Draft
Now that the NFL Draft is over, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take a step back and examine the Bears' roster a little closer. What have we learned about...
Where have the Bears gotten better this offseason?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote ponder whether the Bears have improved since their playoff loss against the Rams.
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Evaluating the Bears' 2026 draft class
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take a look at the Bears' full 2026 draft class. How do we feel about this group? Is it OK that they didn't draft a defens...
What type of player was Ben Johnson searching for in this draft?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears head coach Ben Johnson describe the type of player he was looking for in this NFL Draft.
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[FULL EPISODE] How do we feel about this Bears draft class?
The Bears' 2026 draft class is official! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote break down how they're feeling about the group. The Bears waited until the sixth...
Dillon Thieneman met the media at Halas Hall for the first time
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear what new Bears safety Dillon Thieneman had to say during his first visit with the media at Halas Hall.
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Why didn't the Bears draft any defense on day two of the draft?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the Bears not taking any defensive players on the second day of the NFL Draft.
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[FULL EPISODE] Bears draft three offensive players on 2nd day of NFL Draft
The Bears threw us a bit of a curveball on the second day of the NFL Draft. They ended up going with all offensive players, selecting Iowa center Loga...
We didn't expect Dillon Thieneman to be available for the Bears at No. 25 overall
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the Bears selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman at No. 25 overall in the NFL Draft. He wasn't a player whom an...
BONUS: Oregon D-coordinator Chris Hampton discusses Dillon Thieneman on 104.3 The Score
On 104.3 The Score, our own Mark Grote and co-hosts Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Oregon defensive coordinator Chris Hampton to expl...
[FULL EPISODE] Bears select Dillon Thieneman in 1st round of NFL Draft!
With the 25th pick in the NFL Draft, the Bears selected ... Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote offer their first impressions...
[FULL EPISODE] Take The North's 2026 NFL Draft bonanza!
It's time for our second annual draft bonanza! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote tackle 25 topics, all centered around the Bears and the NFL Draft, as fast...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer previews NFL Draft week on 104.3 The Score
Our own Dan Wiederer joined Mark Grote and Marshall Harris on 104.3 The Score in Chicago to set up NFL Draft week. Whom could the Bears get in the fir...
Wiederer & Grote predict the Bears' first three draft picks
During their live episode on 104.3 The Score in Chicago, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote took time to predict whom they believe the Bears will select with...
Cassie Carlson previews the NFL Draft
During their live episode on 104.3 The Score in Chicago, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote had a special visit from FOX-32 reporter Cassie Carlson, who help...
What should the Bears prioritize in the 1st round of the draft?
During their live episode on 104.3 The Score in Chicago, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discussed the types of players the Bears should or could be looki...
[FULL EPISODE] Take The North Live on 104.3 The Score!
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote took over the airwaves on 104.3 The Score in Chicago for a special live episode! The guys discussed who they think the Bea...
Remembering former Bears assistant coach Dave McGinnis
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote remember the life and career of longtime NFL coach Dave McGinnis, who died at the age of 74.
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Brad Biggs has the Bears selecting Keldric Faulk in the NFL Draft's 1st round
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to Tribune reporter Brad Biggs predicting that the Bears select Auburn defensive end Keldric Faulk in the first roun...
Grote wants the Bears to take a safety in the 1st round of the draft
Mark Grote explains for Dan Wiederer why he's most comfortable with the Bears selecting a safety at No. 25 overall in the NFL Draft.
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[FULL EPISODE] What position are we most comfortable with the Bears taking at No. 25?
As the NFL Draft gets closer, Mark Grote has zeroed in on one position he's most comfortable with the Bears selecting at No. 25 overall. He explains w...
[FULL EPISODE] Could the Bears select a left tackle at No. 25 in NFL Draft?
The NFL Draft is quickly approaching, and we're starting to wonder exactly what position the Bears could select at No. 25 overall. Dan Wiederer and Ma...
It's official: The Bears aren't getting comp picks for the loss of Ian Cunningham
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the officially official news that the Bears won't receive draft pick compensation for former assistant general ma...
Steve 'Mongo' McMichael was diagnosed with CTE after death
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the news that Bears legend and Hall of Famer Steve "Mongo" McMichael was diagnosed with CTE after he died.
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