On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kalyn Kahler joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss the future of the Chicago Bears. First, Kalyn shares her thoughts on the Bears' 2023 season and why she thinks Matt Eberflus will be back next season but Justin Fields will not. She also talks about Fields' ceiling and whether he can reach it with the Bears. Later, she breaks down Jordan Love's first season as the starter for the Packers and what fans can expect during the Bea...
Jan 03, 2024•31 min•Ep. 809
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears 37-17 victory over the Falcons. They break down what they saw from quarterback Justin Fields in his potential Soldier Field finale (1:14). Has Fields done enough for Ryan Poles to keep him after this season (7:20)? They also discuss Luke Getsy’s play calling and how he opened things up for DJ Moore (14:24). Should the Bears bring Getsy back? To finish out the offense, they discuss Khalil He...
Jan 01, 2024•53 min•Ep. 808
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears’ Week 17 matchup against the Falcons. They discuss the Falcons’ quarterback controversy (1:55) and if Falcons head coach Arthur Smith will return next year (3:57). D. Orlando breaks down what he has seen from Bijan Robinson this season (4:57) and why Kyle Pitts has been MIA (6:45). Later, the trio discuss how the Bears have developed Just...
Dec 29, 2023•25 min•Ep. 807
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Shawne Merriman joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss his upcoming Lights Out fight on January 6. But first, they discuss the effect the Montez Sweat trade has had on the Bears' defense (0:38). Merriman also talks about why he thinks it might be best for Justin Fields and the Bears to part ways this offseason (2:43). Later, he talks about the impact Khalil Mack has had on the Chargers' defense (7:35) and what the Bears should do at left tack...
Dec 27, 2023•25 min•Ep. 806
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 27-16 victory over the Cardinals. They discuss what they saw from Justin Fields on Sunday and why the Bears couldn’t get the passing game going (1:10). They also look at the success of the Bears' run game and Khalil Herbert’s impressive game (6:30). Later, they talk about Lucas Patrick’s impact on the offense (7:37) and Luke Getsy’s play calling (12:25). When they switch over to defense, they start by br...
Dec 25, 2023•31 min•Ep. 805
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Darren Urban from AzCardinals.com joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears' Week 16 matchup against the Cardinals. They talk about how things have run in Jonathan Gannon's first season as head coach (1:46). They also discuss Kyler Murray’s development (5:10) and how he fits general manager Monti Ossenfort’s vision for the Cardinals' rebuild (6:57). Does the front office still think he is a special player (11:24)? Finall...
Dec 22, 2023•21 min•Ep. 803
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Anthony “Spice” Adams joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the latest news with the Bears and his appearance at the Tony The Tiger Sun Bowl in Texas. They start by discussing what he has seen from the Bears this season (1:00). Spice also shares his thoughts on what the team should do with quarterback Justin Fields (8:20). Later in the show, Bears insider Josh Schrock and Pat Finely from The Chicago Sun-Times join to discuss the Bears' colla...
Dec 20, 2023•30 min•Ep. 804
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' fourth-quarter meltdown in their 20-17 loss to the Browns. They discuss what they saw from the Bears’ defense (1:08). They also talk about Montez Sweat’s early impact on the defense (6:57). Was this level of production that was expected from Sweat? Later, they discuss Justin Fields' performance against the Browns (18:08) and break down what went wrong with the offense in Cleveland. How muc...
Dec 18, 2023•36 min•Ep. 802
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Chris Easterling, Browns beat writer for the Akron-Beacon Journal, joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears-Browns Week 15 matchup. They discuss Joe Flacco's impact on the Browns' offense (1:00) and the announcement that he will be the starting quarterback for the rest of the season (3:00). Chris also discusses how Browns fans feel about Deshaun Watson almost two season after the trade (7:20). Later, Chris shares his tho...
Dec 15, 2023•31 min•Ep. 801
On this episode of this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro discuss the state of the NFC North and where the Bears rank among the four teams. They start by discussing the Packers and how they have looked with Jordan Love under center (1:30). Later, they look at the Vikings and how the loss of Kirk Cousin has impacted their offense. Did they give up on Dalvin Cook too early? Who has the best quarterback situation in the division? Finally, they talk about the Lions'...
Dec 13, 2023•25 min•Ep. 800
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 28-13 victory over the Lions. They discuss how the defense bounced back from the Week 12 breakdown to suffocate a potent Lions attack (1:20). They also review Justin Fields' game and dissect the high-level quarterbacking that took place on the game's critical play (8:45). Can Fields cement himself as a franchise quarterback with four more games like this to end the season? Then, the trio e...
Dec 11, 2023•38 min•Ep. 799
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro preview the Bears vs. Lions Week 14 matchup, but first, they continue a conversation from Wednesday's episode about Matt Eberflus' job security and his future in Chicago. Will he return for a third season as head coach? Will he? What role should Justin Fields' future play in that decision? What is the ceiling for him as a head coach? Later, they get to the Week 14 matchup and dissect how the Bears can avoi...
Dec 08, 2023•23 min•Ep. 798
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro break down the top storylines to watch for in the Bears’ final five games. The guys discuss Eddie Jackson’s future, Jaylon Johnson’s contract, and why Gervon Dexter will be a pivotal player down the stretch. Then, the guys break down Braxton Jones’ season and how his final five games could impact Chicago’s draft plans. They then turn their attention to the most important stretch of Justin Fields’ career an...
Dec 06, 2023•28 min•Ep. 797
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Eric Strobel is BACK! He joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to share their Bye Week awards, but first, Eric shares his thoughts on the season after 12 weeks (2:39). Awards: Most Improved (11:42) New Comer (16:37) Offensive Player of the Year (23:14) Defensive Player of the Year (28:16) Six Man (31:16) MVP (36:23) Most Disappointing (39:08 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...
Dec 01, 2023•52 min•Ep. 796
On this episode of Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' victory over the Vikings on Monday Night Football. First, they discuss Justin Fields' late-game struggles and eventual game-winning drive. They also break down other players who made an impact on offense, including Roschon Johnson. Later, they discuss the Bears' constant lack of discipline in game. Finally, they dissect the defense's four-interception game and why the unit is playing its best as the homestre...
Nov 28, 2023•29 min•Ep. 795
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Matthew Collar from the Purple Insider joins Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears-Vikings matchup. They discuss Dobbs-mania, which has taken Minnesota by storm, and Justin Jefferson's progress. Will the wide receiver be in the lineup for Week 12? Later, the two discuss Brian Flores' impact on the Vikings' defense and how the Bears can protect Justin Fields from Danielle Hunter. Finally, Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock share their predictions for the game....
Nov 24, 2023•46 min•Ep. 794
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Dave Wannstedt joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the current state of the Bears. They talk about the Bears blowing their Week 12 matchup to the Lions (1:40) and how the team must learn to win (4:01). Later, Wanny talks about the two Bears coaches who left mid-season (11:21) and what it’s like working short staffed (13:44). Finally, Wanny talks about his experience having a quarterback competition (21:18), what he saw from Justin Fields a...
Nov 22, 2023•30 min•Ep. 793
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro recap and react to the Bears' 31-26 loss to the Lions. They talk about the late-game breakdown the Bears suffered against the Lions and how winning this game could have changed the momentum of their season (1:15). Later, they talk about how Justin Fields looked in his first game back from injury (10:21) and Luke Getsy's play calling during the final 5 minutes of the fourth quarter (21:59). Kenneth and Alex discuss the pe...
Nov 20, 2023•44 min•Ep. 792
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Carmen Vitali joins Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock to preview the Bears' Week 11 matchup against the Lions. They discuss what to expect from Justin Fields in his first game back from injury (1:11). They also talk about why it took so long for the Lions to get Jahmyr Gibbs going (3:40) and how the Bears' defense can stop him (5:30). Later, they look at the Lions' rebuild and discuss what the Bears can learn from the path they took (9:28). The trio then...
Nov 17, 2023•27 min•Ep. 791
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, former Bears quarterback Erik Kramer joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss his new book and share his thoughts about the 2023 Bears. Kramer talks about his franchise record-setting '95 season with the Bears (5:43) and the fact that his single-season passing record still stands today (9:36). Later, he discusses what the Bears should do with Justin Fields (14:23) and the coaching staff (23:54). Should Luke Getsy be the offensive...
Nov 15, 2023•37 min•Ep. 790
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 16-13 victory over the Panthers. They discuss what they saw from Tyson Bagent (00:57) and the offensive line (11:16). Later, they talk about the impact Montez Sweat had on the defense (17:37) and the defensive play calling (22:39). Finally, they discuss the lack of discipline they continue to see from the Bears (26:27) and what they heard from the players in the locker room after the game ...
Nov 10, 2023•38 min•Ep. 789
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Ruthie Polinsky joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to discuss the latest news surrounding the Chicago Bears. Ruthie shares what her expectations for the team were heading into the season (1:57) and discusses how she views the team after nine games (2:54). She looks ahead at the 2024 draft and breaks down what she thinks the Bears should do with their picks (4:08). Later, Ruthie talks about hosting the Football Aftershow (8:26) and the road she took ...
Nov 08, 2023•35 min•Ep. 788
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 24-17 loss to the Saints. First, they talk about Tyson Bagent’s outing and the fourth-quarter interceptions that cost them the game (00:50). They also discuss the big picture view of Bagent's stint as starter (8:50) and dissect Luke Getsy’s play calling (13:51). Later, they talk about the defense and the changes Matt Eberflus has made since taking over as play caller (23:02. Finally, they ...
Nov 06, 2023•44 min•Ep. 787
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Jeff Nowak joins Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears' Week 9 matchup against the Saints. First, Jeff reacts to the Bears trading for Montez Sweat (00:56) and talks about how Sweat can disrupt the Saints' offense if he plays (1:44). Then, Nowak breaks down what the weak spot for the Saints’ offense has been this year (3:28). Later, Nowak talks about how the Saints' defense has changed since Sean Payton's departure (6:46) and how the Bea...
Nov 03, 2023•36 min•Ep. 786
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Adam Amin joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss the Bears' season after eight weeks. Amin starts by analyzing the Montez Sweat trade and discusses the impact he will have on the Bears' defense (1:00). He also gives his view of the Ryan Poles' rebuild (4:54) and discusses why a coaching change might not be in the team's best interest (7:49). Later, Amin talks about Justin Fields' career in Chicago (11:15) and if the Bears shoul...
Nov 01, 2023•31 min•Ep. 785
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 30-13 loss to the Chargers. They discuss what they saw from Tyson Bagent in his second NFL start (:43). They also talk about how the defense struggled to stop Justin Herbert, Austin Ekeler and Keenan Allen (10:09). Later, Kenneth and Alex go over the offensive play calling against the Chargers (15:27) and what the vibes have been like in the locker room after losses (24:36). Finally, they go over the pro...
Oct 30, 2023•34 min•Ep. 784
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, AP Sports' Joe Reedy joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to preview the Bears-Chargers Sunday Night Football matchup. Reedy talks about the Chargers' defensive struggles under head coach Brandon Staley (1:20) and what the Bears can do to stop Khalil Mack from wrecking the game (9:45). Later, they discuss what the Bears need to do to slow down Justin Herbert (17:00) and the Chargers' move from San Diego to Los Angeles (19:00). Finally, ...
Oct 27, 2023•29 min•Ep. 783
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Tony Dungy joins Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro to discuss what he's seen from the Bears so far this season. Dungy talks about what he saw from Tyson Bagent last week against the Raiders (1:50) and shares how he would handle the quarterback situation if he were the Bears' head coach (2:44). Later, Dungy breaks down what he has seen from the Bears' defense since Matt Eberlfus has taken over as the play caller (10:53). He also talks about...
Oct 25, 2023•28 min•Ep. 782
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro recap the Bears' 30-12 victory over the Raiders. They talk about what they saw from Tyson Bagent in his first NFL start (1:04) and how the offensive line looked protecting him (12:31). The guys discuss D'Onta Foreman's impressive game and how the Bears should handle the running situation when Khalil Herbert returns (15:48). Later, they break down the development of the defense under Matt Eberflus (22:50), ...
Oct 23, 2023•51 min•Ep. 781
On this episode of the Under Center Podcast, Vinny Bonsignore, from Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Kenneth Davis and Josh Schrock to preview the Bears' Week 7 matchup against the Raiders. They look at whether Aidan O'Connell or Brian Hoyer will be the Raiders' quarterback on Sunday if Jimmy Garoppolo is sidelined with a back injury (1:55). They also discuss whether Garoppolo has lived up to the expectations surrounding him when he signed with the Raiders (4:00). Later, they talk about the lack ...
Oct 20, 2023•28 min•Ep. 780
