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Bears vs. Packers prediction: Can Justin Fields beat Jordan Love in 2023 season finale?
The Bears are completely different from the team that faced the Packers in Week 1. Vibes are high, they’re feeling the momentum. But can they carry that momentum into Lambeau Field, where the Bears haven’t won since 2015? Here’s what the Under Center Podcast crew thinks: Well, well, well, the Bears finally get a chance to seek vengeance against...
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Bears vs. Cardinals predictions: Can Justin Fields get team back in win column?
The Bears’ playoff chances all but died when they lost to the Browns last week, but they’re not mathematically eliminated yet. To have any shot whatsoever, they’ll need a win against one of the worst teams in the NFL in the Arizona Cardinals. Can Justin Fields and the offense right the ship on Christmas Eve? Will the defense continue...
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Bears vs. Lions predictions: Can Matt Eberflus, Justin Fields get signature win?
The Bears should have beaten the Lions when they played in Week 11. They dominated on both sides of the ball for 56 minutes, but suffered huge let downs on offense and defense in the last four minutes. Can they correct their mistakes and get revenge at Soldier Field this weekend? Here’s what the Under Center Podcast crew thinks The…
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Bears vs. Lions predictions: Can Justin Fields lead team to win in his return?
The Bears have the opportunity to notch their first win against a divisional opponent since Week 12 of the 2021 season this Sunday when they take on the Lions at Ford Field. That game in 2021 was a 16-14 battle of attrition between the 3-7 Bears and the 0-9-1 Lions. This game will look much different– at least on one…
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Bears vs. Vikings NFL Week 6 preview: Can Bears win two in a row?
The Bears are getting the NFC North rival Vikings at the perfect time. Can the Bears take advantage of the Justin Jefferson-less Vikings and win two in a row for the first time in the Matt Eberflus era? Vikings beat reporter for The Athletic, Alec Lewis, joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to preview the game. The group...
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Bears vs. Buccaneers Week 2 preview: Can Justin Fields, offense bounce back?
After being humiliated by the Packers in Week 1, the Bears face an early gut-check moment against the Buccaneers. Fox Sports’ NFC North reporter Greg Auman joins the Under Center Podcast to break down everything to know for the Week 2 tilt. The guys break down how the Bucs will defend Justin Fields, discuss what Tampa’s weakness is, and look...
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Justin Fields' next step, Bears' Jalen Carter decision with Richard Sherman
Former NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion Richard Sherman joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss how Justin Fields can level up in 2023, what he expects from Matt Eberflus in Year 2, and whether the Bears would have been a good fit for Jalen Carter. Sherman also discusses his favorite Prime Thursday Night Football matchup and how...
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Is Bears' Week 1 debacle vs. Packers reason for long-term concern?
After an offseason of excitement and hype, the Bears were blownout by the Green Bay Packers, 38-20, in their highly-anticipated home opener. Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down and recap the Bears’ embarrassing loss. They break down a so-so game from Justin Fields, dissect a questionable offensive game plan, and discuss a brutal day from the offensive....
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Fantasy Football expert Matthew Berry thinks Justin Fields will be better NFL QB than fantasy QB
NBC Sports and Rotoworld Fantasy Football expert Matthew Berry joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the Bears and their fantasy implications. Berry outlines why he thinks Justin Fields will be a better NFL QB than a fantasy one. He also breaks down how he views the Bears’ running back room and if DJ Moore will be a fantasy...
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Bears' Tyson Bagent makes case to be QB2, Justin Fields and offense struggle in joint practices
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock talk about what they saw from the Bears during joint practices and the preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts. They discuss the offense’s struggles and the Bears’ decision not to play Justin Fields. Later, they talk about how Trevis Gipson and other roster bubble guys performed in...
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Belief in Justin Fields' long-term potential, Bears expectations with Danny Parkins
On this episode of the Under Center podcast, Danny Parkins, co-host of 670 The Score’s Parkins and Spiegel, joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to break down his belief in Justin Fields’ potential to become great, his projections for the Bears’ quarterback in 2023, and gives his spiciest Bears’ upcoming season.
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Bears sign Yannick Ngakoue; Jaquan Brisker, Chase Claypool standing out at training camp
The Bears signed edge rusher Yannick Ngakoue (yah-NEEK in-GAH-kway) to a one-year, $10 million contract. How much will the veteran edge rusher help the defense? How does his arrival impact the outlook for the defensive line? Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down the signing and what to expect from the pass rusher. The guys also give a...
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NFC North Summer Check-In: Can Jordan Love continue the Packers' QB streak?
In the final installment of the NFC North Summer Check-In, Bill Schmid from Packers Radio Network 97.3 The Game joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro. They discuss where the Packers stand in the NFC North and how talented the roster is in Green Bay. Later they talk about if Jordan Love will be the future of the Packers.
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Chicago Bears training camp: Early impression of Justin Fields, DJ Moore, and Jaylon Johnson
Bears training camp has arrived and it’s time for first impressions of the 2023 team. Ken Davis and Alex Shapiro break down Justin Fields’ first week of camp, discuss how dominant DJ Moore has been against the Bears’ defensive backs, dissect how Chase Claypool is progressing in the final year on his contract, examine if Jaylon Johnson will get a...
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Reasons Chicago Bears fans should be both pessimistic and optimistic about 2023 season
On this episode of the Under Center Bears Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro discuss why fans should be optimistic and why fans should be pessimistic about the Bears season. They discuss the defensive line and the lack of moves the Bears made in the offseason to address essential positions. They also talk about what happens if Tremaine Edmunds doesn’t...
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NFC North Summer Check-In: Are the Detroit Lions the best team in the division?
In our first installment of the NFC North Summer check-in Jeremy Reisman from the Pride of Detroit joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the Lions and their off-season. The guys discuss where they think the Lions rank in the division, with Reisman, proclaiming that the Lions should be the favorite to win the division and the Vikings will...
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Were the Bears in on DeAndre Hopkins conversations before he signed with the Titans
Madden 24 has started slowly releasing player ratings. On the latest episode, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro break down the scores Madden gave the Bears’ wide receivers and safeties and discuss whether they are fair or foul. Later, they discuss the Bears’ offseason workout videos that create a buzz on social media. Finally, they talk about DeAndre Hopkins signing with...
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Justin Fields' Brilliance, Backing Up Bijan Robinson, Bears' Future With Roschon Johnson
Bears rookie running back Roschon Johnson has arrived in Chicago to rave reviews. Why are the Bears so high on him? How is he impressing so many in the organization? You are about to find out. Johnson joins hosts Ken Davis and Josh Schrock to discuss his career in Texas, why he chose to play behind superstar running back Bijan...
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Who Are the Most Important Bears Not Named Justin Fields in 2023?
Justin Fields’ success is vital for the Bears this fall. But the Bears will need several other key contributors to play at or exceed their ceilings to make the playoffs. Hosts Ken Davis and Josh Schrock take turns drafting the most important Chicago Bears not named Justin Fields. Which rookies make the list? How vital is Chase Claypool?Who is the...
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Being impressed by Justin Fields, facing Sauce Gardner, and goals for 2023 with Tyler Scott
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock sit down with Bears rookie Tyler Scott for an exclusive interview. Scott breaks down what he learned during the offseason program and what he’s trying to learn from DJ Moore. Later, Scott explains how Justin Fields has instantly impressed him. Finally, Scott talks about his expectations for...