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Back to SearchBen Johnson to Rework Offense and His Rising Expectations for Rookie Availability
Episode 981
Ruthie Polinsky, Clay Harbor, and Alex Shapiro break down everything they saw during Bears OTAs and mandatory minicamp. From Ben Johnson's demanding tone and creative vision to Caleb Williams’ learni…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Jaire Out in Green Bay, Chubb to Texans & Bears Coaches Take Control
Episode 980
Ruthie Polinsky, Clay Harbor, and Alex Shapiro break down the impact of the Packers releasing All-Pro corner Jaire Alexander and why it matters for Caleb Williams and the Bears’ offense. The crew als…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Minicamp Wrap-Up: Trick Plays, Odunze's Growth, & Battles Taking Shape
Episode 979
The Bears have officially wrapped up their three-day mandatory minicamp, and Ruthie Polinsky and Alex Shapiro were there to see it all. They break down how the team progressed over the week, what sto…
Published on 3 months ago
Minicamp Recap Day 2: Brisker Speaks on Last Season's Concussion and New Leaders Emerging
Episode 978
Alex Shapiro is joined by ABC7 and ESPN 1000’s Dionne Miller to break down Day 2 of Bears mandatory minicamp. The duo discusses Jaquan Brisker’s emotional return and maturity after battling a vestibu…
Published on 3 months ago
Minicamp Recap: Offensive Updates, Key Absences & Press Conference Notes
Episode 977
The Bears are back at Halas Hall for Day 1 of mandatory minicamp, and The Charter is on site to break it all down. Alex Shapiro welcomes new Chicago Tribune Bears beat reporter Sean Hammond to discus…
Published on 3 months ago
Bears Report for Minicamp as Lions Lose Another Key Piece
Episode 976
On this episode of The Charter, Ruthie Polinsky, Clay Harbor, and Alex Shapiro gear up for a pivotal week at Bears mandatory minicamp. But first, they break down the Chicago Fire’s newly announced st…
Published on 3 months ago
Caleb Speaks, O-Line Taking Shape, and Dennis Allen's Defense
Episode 975
Caleb Williams speaks—and silences the noise. On this episode of The Charter, Ruthie Polinsky, Clay Harbor, and Alex Shapiro break down the Bears rookie QB’s headline-grabbing press conference and ho…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
100 Days to NFL Kickoff | Caleb Williams Stat Projections & Bears Playoff Chances
Episode 974
The countdown is on — we’re officially 100 days away from NFL kickoff! Ruthie Polinsky, Alex Shapiro, and Clay Harbor mark the occasion by playing a game of “On a Scale of 1 to 100” covering everythi…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Ben Johnson Sets Tone at OTAs | Early Takeaways from New-Look Offense
Episode 973
The Bears’ preseason schedule is set—and so are joint practices with the Dolphins and Bills. Ruthie Polinsky, Clay Harbor, and Alex Shapiro break down what that means for fans, young players, and pos…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Bears Secure Joe Thuney Extension as OTAs Prepare to Kick Off
Episode 972
The Bears kick off OTAs by locking in All-Pro guard Joe Thuney through 2027. Ruthie, Alex, and Clay break down the impact of the deal, preview position battles, and dive into what they want to hear f…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago