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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Ryan Poles confirmed the Bears did check in on Maxx Crosby
Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski react to general manager Ryan Poles acknowledging the Bears did make calls to inquire about trading for Raider...
Ryan Poles explained why the Bears traded DJ Moore
Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski listen to Bears general manager Ryan Poles explain his reasoning for trading receiver DJ Moore to the Bills.
It feels like the Bears chose to sign Coby Bryant instead of re-signing Kevin Byard
Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski react to Bears general manager Ryan Poles' comments on not re-signing safety Kevin Byard.
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[FULL EPISODE] Ryan poles opens up about DJ Moore trade, Bears' signings in free agency
Bears general manager Ryan Poles has explained some of the thinking behind his offseason decisions. Producer Adam Studzinski fills in alongside Mark G...
BONUS: Wiederer discusses current Bears free agent class on 104.3 The Score
Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Mully & Haugh Show on 104.3 The Score to offer his thoughts on the Bears' additions in free agency.
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Bears officially didn't receive compensatory picks for Ian Cunningham leaving
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the NFL failing to award compensatory draft picks to the Bears for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham leavi...
We still aren't quite sure what the Bears' plan is for left tackle
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how they feel about the Bears' current situation at left tackle.
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How do we feel about the Bears' moves in free agency so far?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote offer their feelings on how the Bears have maneuvered their roster early in free agency.
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[FULL EPISODE] Bears make several additions as legal tampering period opens
The NFL's legal tampering period is here, and the Bears have filled some — but not all — of the holes on their roster. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote off...
What's DJ Moore's legacy as a Bear?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote consider how receiver DJ Moore's time as a Bear will be viewed.
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Rome Odunze needs to live up to his draft status with DJ Moore gone
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote believe Bears receiver Rome Odunze is one of the players who needs to step up now the DJ Moore is gone.
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{FULL EPISODE] Bears trade DJ Moore to Bills, cut Tremaine Edmunds
The Bears' busy week continues! They've agreed to trade receiver DJ Moore and a fifth-round pick to the Bills in exchange for a second-round pick. The...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer reacts to DJ Moore trade on 104.3 The Score
The Bears have traded receiver DJ Moore and a fifth-round pick to the Bills in exchange for a second-round pick. Dan Wiederer joined Leila Rahimi and...
Who could the Bears replace Drew Dalman with?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote consider how the Bears could replace Drew Dalman at center.
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Did anyone suspect Drew Dalman was considering retiring?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote check the tape to try and figure out if anyone suspected center Drew Dalman was about to retire this offseason.
Drew Dalman's retirement surprised us all
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how they initially reacted to Bears center Drew Dalman suddenly retiring.
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[FULL EPISODE] Bears search for new center after Drew Dalman's sudden retirement
The Bears need a new starting center after 27-year-old Drew Dalman suddenly retired. It was a stunning development that Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote ta...
Will the Bears play in Spain this year?!
Dan Wiederer, Mark Grote and guest Cassie Carlson of Fox 32 speculate on the possibility of the Bears playing the Falcons in Spain in the 2026 season....
How seriously are the Bears shopping DJ Moore?
FOX-32 reporter Cassie Carlson explains for Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote whether she thinks receiver DJ Moore will be on the Bears for the 2026 season....
The Bears were getting a lot of praise at the NFL Combine
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote ask FOX-32 reporter Cassie Carlson what she was hearing about the Bears while she spoke to numerous people around the leag...
[FULL EPISODE] Cassie Carlson recaps everything we learned at the NFL Combine
The NFL Combine was a fountain of information! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote bring in FOX-32 reporter Cassie Carlson to help us unpack everything. What...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer discusses Caleb Williams on 104.3 The Score
Our own Dan Wiederer joined Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote on Chicago's 104.3 The Score to discuss his latest piece in The Athletic about Bears quarterba...
Gervon Dexter is the latest Bear to find himself in trade rumors
Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski react to Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. apparently being the subject of trade calls. This is one we didn't...
Illinois & Indiana made progress on stadium legislation
Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski talk through the latest developments as the Bears continue to search for a new stadium location.
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Dan Roushar gave us insight on the Bears LT spot
Dan Wiederer and Adam Studzinski hear how Bears offensive line coach Dan Roushar is evaluating the team's left tackle position.
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[FULL EPISODE] Bears stadium talks move forward, the latest from the NFL Combine
It was a productive week for the Bears both on and off the field. Stadium legislation moved forward in both Illinois and Indiana, and the NFL Combine...
Ben Johnson keeps doubling down on the Packers hatred
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote can't get enough of Bears head coach Ben Johnson's genuine hatred for the rival Packers.
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Ryan Poles & Ben Johnson continue to emphasize the Bears are back to square one
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the continued messaging from Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson about the team going back...
Bears seem close to saying goodbye to Tremaine Edmunds
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to reports that the Bears have given linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek a trade.
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[FULL EPISODE] Bears give Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek a trade
Linebacker Tremaine Edmunds' time with the Bears looks to be almost over. The team has given Edmunds permission to seek a trade. Dan Wiederer and Mark...
Ryan Poles believes the Bears should get comp picks for Ian Cunningham leaving
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to how Bears general manager Ryan Poles spoke about his team not initially receiving draft compensation for former a...
The Bears have gotten calls on Tyson Bagent
Bears general manager Ryan Poles confirmed the team has received trade calls for backup quarterback Tyson Bagent. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss...
Ryan Poles keeps door open to possibly moving DJ Moore
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the possibility of the Bears trading receiver DJ Moore this offseason. How did general manager Ryan Poles react to...
[FULL EPISODE] Ryan Poles & Ben Johnson speak on offseason issues at NFL Combine
Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson had their time with the media as the NFL Combine got underway in Indianapolis. Dan Wiedere...
DJ Moore trade? Luther Burden improvement? | Reception Perception
From Reception Perception (subscribe here), Matt Harmon and James Koh answer wide receiver questions in Chicago after the Bears' impressive 11-6 seaso...
There's no imminent decision on a Bears stadium location
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote share what they've learned about the latest developments in the Bears' search for a new stadium location.
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Jeff King has been promoted to assistant general manager
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the Bears promoting Jeff King to assistant general manager.
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JB Pritzker wants to keep the Bears in Illinois
Mark Grote explains for Dan Wiederer why he believes that Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker wants to keep the Bears in the state.
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[FULL EPISODE] Bears stadium location search remains confusing & complex
The Bears stadium location search saga continues to take twists and turns after Indiana on Thursday moved forward with a bill in hopes of luring the t...
Who did Dan Wiederer pick for the Bears in The Athletic's first mock draft?
Dan Wiederer reveals for Mark Grote whom he took for the Bears when The Athletic conducted its first mock draft of the year.
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