Episodes

  • 1-on-1 with Dillon Thieneman | The Offseason

    1-on-1 with Dillon Thieneman | The Offseason
    Apr 27 2026
    Cassie Carlson went 1-on-1 with the newest Chicago Bear, Dillon Thieneman, after his introduction at Halas Hall. Dillon talks about his first impressions of the Bears since being drafted, why he likes to be coached hard and his obsession with being great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 min
  • NFL Draft is just days away... which way are the Bears leaning at pick 25? | 1st & North

    NFL Draft is just days away... which way are the Bears leaning at pick 25? | 1st & North
    Apr 21 2026
    Caleb Williams enters year two under Johnson’s hard coaching and Kyler Murray official lands in Minnesota to push J.J. McCarthy, the NFC North is becoming an arms race. We’re breaking down the Detroit O-line changes, the Packers' receiving corps evolution, and why the Giants just blew up the top of the draft for everyone in the North. [00:00] Football Is Back: NFC North Offseason Workouts Begin [00:48] "World Champion" Ambitions: Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson’s Year 2 [02:10] The USC Connection: Caleb Williams’ L.A. Workouts with Odunze & Loveland [02:44] Vikings Shakeup: Kyler Murray Arrives to Push J.J. McCarthy [03:51] QB1 in Jeopardy? Justin Jefferson Reacts to the New Vikings Room [06:48] Packers Evolution: Matthew Golden Emerges as Dobbs & Wicks Exit [09:05] Lions O-Line Overhaul: Jared Goff Reacts to Major Personnel Changes [11:58] Rivalry Heat: High Schoolers vs. Packers on the Tailgate Tour [14:10] Trade Alert: Giants Swap Dexter Lawrence for Bengals’ No. 10 Pick [15:47] Lions’ Draft Strategy: Will Brad Holmes Throw Another Curveball? [19:06] Vikings’ "Win Now" Draft: Targeting Defensive Tackle at 18 [20:57] Bears at Pick 25: Trading Up for a Safety or Staying Agile? [22:42] The Iceman Feud: Caleb Williams vs. Drake’s Packers Jacket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • How 'scary' will Caleb Williams be in year 3 + Breaking down prospects | The Offseason, Ep. 8

    How 'scary' will Caleb Williams be in year 3 + Breaking down prospects | The Offseason, Ep. 8
    Apr 10 2026
    This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, Charles Omenihu places Bears QB in his top 5 scariest quarterbacks list, will he be in MVP conversations in December of next season. What did George McCaskey think of Ben Johnson's locker room comments about the Packers. Plus, Anthony Herron breaks down Akheem Mesidor and Dillon Thieneman's tape and shares why they'd be good options at 25 in the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Do the bears have the best offense in the league? Dexter Lawrence could land in NFC North | 1st & North

    Do the bears have the best offense in the league? Dexter Lawrence could land in NFC North | 1st & North
    Apr 7 2026
    On this episode of "1st & North": From Michigan’s National Title victory to Caleb Williams’ potential to lead the NFL’s #1 offense, we’re breaking down the biggest storylines across the NFC North. We dive into the Dexter Lawrence trade rumors, the Lions’ O-line luxury with Penei Sewell and the latest mock draft. 00:00 - Michigan’s National Title & Dusty May Buzz 01:50 - Dexter Lawrence Trade Rumors: Could he land in Green Bay? 04:35 - Vikings WR Depth: Time for a veteran homecoming? 05:32 - Penei Sewell Flipping Sides? Lions’ O-Line Luxury 06:53 - Bears Stadium Saga: Moving to Indiana or Arlington Heights? 09:02 - "Packers South" in Miami: Hafley Returns to Lambeau 11:31 - Mock Draft Madness: Lions, Vikings, and Bears’ New Protection 15:53 - Defining Roles: Matt LaFleur’s Proactive Offense Shift 17:54 - Can Caleb Williams Lead the NFL’s #1 Offense? 19:25 - Kirk Cousins’ Masterclass: The New Face of the Raiders 21:07 - Rehab Races: Tucker Kraft vs. Micah Parsons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Bears Stadium Update & Packers Rivalry: Recapping the NFL Owners Meetings | The Offseason

    Bears Stadium Update & Packers Rivalry: Recapping the NFL Owners Meetings | The Offseason
    Apr 3 2026
    On this week's episode of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson sits down with Dan Wiederer, Ben Johnson, Kevin Warren and George McCaskey at the NFL Owners Meetings in Arizona. Cassie gets the latest on the Bears stadium, including why the Bears feel they'll have clarity in late spring or summer. Also, Ben Johnson explains what needs to happen for the Bears take the next step this upcoming season. Plus, how does George McCaskey feel about his head coach embracing the Bears-Packers rivalry? *PREVIOUSLY RECORDED* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • NFL owners meetings latest: Lions want refund, Packers upset with LaFleur | 1st & North

    NFL owners meetings latest: Lions want refund, Packers upset with LaFleur | 1st & North
    Mar 31 2026
    On this episode of "1st & North," big changes from the NFL owners meetings, the Bears need to shore up their offensive line, Matt LaFleur tries to fix his failing grade in the locker room, the Vikings are stuck in a game of quarterback musical chairs, and the Lions want a refund from their retired center. 00:00:02 – Checking in from the Owners Meetings in Arizona 00:00:23 – Why Packers Players Aren't Happy with Matt LaFleur 00:02:38 – Dan Campbell: We’re Nine-and-Eight, but We’re Close 00:05:15 – The Vikings’ QB Room Is a Very Expensive Game of Musical Chairs 00:08:11 – Who’s Going to Protect Caleb Williams’ Blindside? 00:09:14 – Moving Penei Sewell to the Left Side 00:10:50 – LaFleur’s Job in Green Bay Was Never on the Line 00:12:13 – Sticking with Jordan Addison Despite the Drama 00:13:52 – Everyone Wants a Piece of Ben Johnson’s Offense 00:14:28 – Quick Break: Coming Up Next 00:15:11 – Will Jonathan Greenard Actually Stay a Viking? 00:16:48 – Caleb Williams Gets a New Center to Work With 00:17:28 – The Lions Want Their Money Back from Frank Ragnow 00:19:14 – Don’t Expect Micah Parsons Back by Week 1 00:20:28 – Minnesota Wants the Draft—But Only if They Can Control the Weather 00:22:04 – The NFL Changes the Rules (Again) 00:23:26 – Remembering the "Fail Mary" Officiating Mess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins