IT'S WEEK ONE!!!! Will Caleb have his go-to receiver? Plus... Packers v. Vikings in week one
The NFL is back! But the Bears could be down some big bodies for the opener... the Kyler Murray era begins in Minnesota against a Packers team looking for an identity while the Lions have what could be a must see game against New Orleans.
The NFL is back! But the Bears could be down some big bodies for the opener... the Kyler Murray era begins in Minnesota against a Packers team looking for an identity while the Lions have what could be a must see game against New Orleans.
Kyler Gordon cramping Chicago's plans while Minnesota's J.J. McCarthy might not even be a QB 2.
Bears general manager Ryan Poles said only "I don't know" when asked whether he expects Kyler Gordon to play this season. The Packers placed running back Josh Jacobs on the commissioner's exempt list. The Lions start the season with two secondary starters on PUP while JJ McCarthy made the Vikings' roster but may not even be the backup QB.
Bears general manager Ryan Poles said only "I don't know" when asked whether he expects Kyler Gordon to play this season. The Packers placed running back Josh Jacobs on the commissioner's exempt list. The Lions start the season with two secondary starters on PUP while JJ McCarthy made the Vikings' roster but may not even be the backup QB.
Bears go retro for the Nike rivalry drop while the Lions' look like Carolina | 1st & North
On this episode of 1st & North, reaction to the new Nike Rivalry uniforms is… mixed. Plus, the Bears’ secondary concerns, Detroit’s unsettled offensive line, Green Bay’s healthy win and Minnesota’s QB2 battle.
On this episode of 1st & North, reaction to the new Nike Rivalry uniforms is… mixed. Plus, the Bears’ secondary concerns, Detroit’s unsettled offensive line, Green Bay’s healthy win and Minnesota’s QB2 battle.
Undrafted underdog steals the show in Bears blowout win | 1st andNorth
Kaden Davis shines for Chicago with a standout performance in their preseason win, while the Lions monitor strong defensive line play, the Packers watch kicker Trey Smack build confidence, and the Vikings lean on their run game behind Kyler Murray.
Kaden Davis shines for Chicago with a standout performance in their preseason win, while the Lions monitor strong defensive line play, the Packers watch kicker Trey Smack build confidence, and the Vikings lean on their run game behind Kyler Murray.
The Bears and Darnell Wright make NFL History, plus Jahmyr Gibbs demands Bijan Robinson cash
The Bears lose Coby Bryant for eight to ten weeks but lock up Darnell Wright with a record extension, while the Lions watch Jahmyr Gibbs wait for a new deal. The Packers welcome back tight end Tucker Kraft as Zach Tom changes his last name. The Vikings deal with two QB's riding the struggle bus early in practice.
The Bears lose Coby Bryant for eight to ten weeks but lock up Darnell Wright with a record extension, while the Lions watch Jahmyr Gibbs wait for a new deal. The Packers welcome back tight end Tucker Kraft as Zach Tom changes his last name. The Vikings deal with two QB's riding the struggle bus early in practice.
The Bears' $40 million man can't stay on the field as training practice gets underway | 1st and North
Training camp is officially here, and the Bears enter Year 2 under Ben Johnson with massive expectations—and immediate headaches. Dan Campbell turns up the heat in Detroit after missing the postseason, and Kevin O'Connell promises a much more physical camp out in Minnesota, and we update the Micah Parsons injury timeline.
Training camp is officially here, and the Bears enter Year 2 under Ben Johnson with massive expectations—and immediate headaches. Dan Campbell turns up the heat in Detroit after missing the postseason, and Kevin O'Connell promises a much more physical camp out in Minnesota, and we update the Micah Parsons injury timeline.
Caleb Williams or Jared Goff? And who will win NFC North? | 1st and North
Is Caleb Williams ready to take the Bears from a playoff team to a legitimate Super Bowl contender? We tackle the tough schedule ahead in the NFL's brutal Black and Blue division. Over in Green Bay, the Packers lock up Devante Wyatt to a massive extension while navigating a kicker battle, and Minnesota tries to figure out if Kyler Murray or J.J. McCarthy gives them any hope of defying the odds.
Is Caleb Williams ready to take the Bears from a playoff team to a legitimate Super Bowl contender? We tackle the tough schedule ahead in the NFL's brutal Black and Blue division. Over in Green Bay, the Packers lock up Devante Wyatt to a massive extension while navigating a kicker battle, and Minnesota tries to figure out if Kyler Murray or J.J. McCarthy gives them any hope of defying the odds.
Caleb Williams’ Rise & Jordan Love’s Fall: NFL QB Rankings Shakeup | 1st and North
This week on First in North, host Devan Kaney is joined by Dan Miller, Lily Zhao and Ammad Hicks to break down ESPN's new Top-10 quarterback rankings. The crew debates whether Caleb Williams rightfully earned the number 10 spot ahead of Jordan Love after his late-game heroics, and dives into Jordan Love’s shocking slide down the NFL's Top 100 player list. Plus, a wild update from Las Vegas reveals that heavy money is flooding the Westgate Superbook, placing the Chicago Bears as top ticket-holders to win the division, the NFC, the Super Bowl, and even predicting Caleb Williams to pull off a historic MVP run! Finally, the team reacts to a massive slide for Lamar Jackson.
This week on First in North, host Devan Kaney is joined by Dan Miller, Lily Zhao and Ammad Hicks to break down ESPN's new Top-10 quarterback rankings. The crew debates whether Caleb Williams rightfully earned the number 10 spot ahead of Jordan Love after his late-game heroics, and dives into Jordan Love’s shocking slide down the NFL's Top 100 player list. Plus, a wild update from Las Vegas reveals that heavy money is flooding the Westgate Superbook, placing the Chicago Bears as top ticket-holders to win the division, the NFC, the Super Bowl, and even predicting Caleb Williams to pull off a historic MVP run! Finally, the team reacts to a massive slide for Lamar Jackson.
A Super Bowl champ isn't buying the Caleb Williams hype, while Da Pope gets a gift from Caleb
1st & North: Unpacking a wild media take labeling Caleb Williams as "Kyler Murray with more hype". Plus, PFF drops their QB rankings and somehow puts Jordan Love at #6 while leaving Jared Goff out to dry at #16. Finally, why Caleb Williams sent a 'secret' jersey to the Vatican.
1st & North: Unpacking a wild media take labeling Caleb Williams as "Kyler Murray with more hype". Plus, PFF drops their QB rankings and somehow puts Jordan Love at #6 while leaving Jared Goff out to dry at #16. Finally, why Caleb Williams sent a 'secret' jersey to the Vatican.
Lions cut a former first rounder after a felony arrest and the Bears rise in receiver rankings | 1st & North
On this episode of "1st & North:" The Bears are headed to the Hallmark channel, Terrion Arnold goes from pink suits to a felony arrest in Detroit, the Packers receivers get no love and the Vikings QB room is no closer to a clear number one.
On this episode of "1st & North:" The Bears are headed to the Hallmark channel, Terrion Arnold goes from pink suits to a felony arrest in Detroit, the Packers receivers get no love and the Vikings QB room is no closer to a clear number one.
Bears training camp dates revealed while 2028 Olympics could get some NFL company | 1st & North
NFC North teams are officially prepping for training camp next month! We dive into Kyler Murray “drinking from a firehose” while mastering Kevin O'Connell's complex system , Tucker Kraft’s incredibly speedy recovery ahead of Week 1 , and why the Lions are the only team in the division skipping joint practices this summer. Plus, the crew debates whether active NFL stars belong in the 2028 Olympics for flag football , and Packers safety Evan Williams takes a wild, 160 MPH summer joyride in an IndyCar!
NFC North teams are officially prepping for training camp next month! We dive into Kyler Murray “drinking from a firehose” while mastering Kevin O'Connell's complex system , Tucker Kraft’s incredibly speedy recovery ahead of Week 1 , and why the Lions are the only team in the division skipping joint practices this summer. Plus, the crew debates whether active NFL stars belong in the 2028 Olympics for flag football , and Packers safety Evan Williams takes a wild, 160 MPH summer joyride in an IndyCar!
Caleb is done 'drowning,' and Ryan Pace returns to the NFC North | 1st & North
Caleb Williams is officially done "drowning" in the Bears offense, while Kyler Murray is over in Minnesota trying to learn a playbook. Plus, the Vikings make a hilariously nostalgic front office hire, Green Bay finds comfort in being quiet, and Detroit builds a brand new "People Mover" on the offensive line.
Caleb Williams is officially done "drowning" in the Bears offense, while Kyler Murray is over in Minnesota trying to learn a playbook. Plus, the Vikings make a hilariously nostalgic front office hire, Green Bay finds comfort in being quiet, and Detroit builds a brand new "People Mover" on the offensive line.
Micah Parsons professes his love for Caleb Williams, as the Bears may be packing for Indiana | 1st & North
The Bears officially shift their stadium focus to Hammond, Indiana, the Packers Micah Parson heaps praise on Caleb Williams, the Vikings new GM has his work cut out for him, and Dan Campbell deals with severe uncertainty in the secondary.
The Bears officially shift their stadium focus to Hammond, Indiana, the Packers Micah Parson heaps praise on Caleb Williams, the Vikings new GM has his work cut out for him, and Dan Campbell deals with severe uncertainty in the secondary.
Illinois’ Hail Mary to keep the Bears and Ben Johnson is buying Luther Burden stock | 1st & North
This week on First and North.... Illinois drops the ball on the Bears stadium. Are they headed to the hoosier state? Packers Josh Jacobs returns to practice after his arrest, the Vikings QB's are headed for a battle, and Dan Campbell is ready for his Lions to 'take the pajamas' off.
This week on First and North.... Illinois drops the ball on the Bears stadium. Are they headed to the hoosier state? Packers Josh Jacobs returns to practice after his arrest, the Vikings QB's are headed for a battle, and Dan Campbell is ready for his Lions to 'take the pajamas' off.
OTA's kick off in the NFC North but the Packers are already hurting | 1st & North
OTAs are officially underway, and the division is already dripping with drama. This week, the crew breaks down the Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy quarterback battle in Minnesota, why the Lions are panicking about their safety depth, and whether the Packers can survive a month without Micah Parsons. Plus, we look at Caleb Williams’ demand for the number one offense and Aaron Rodgers' reunion tour in Pittsburgh.
OTAs are officially underway, and the division is already dripping with drama. This week, the crew breaks down the Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy quarterback battle in Minnesota, why the Lions are panicking about their safety depth, and whether the Packers can survive a month without Micah Parsons. Plus, we look at Caleb Williams’ demand for the number one offense and Aaron Rodgers' reunion tour in Pittsburgh.
Jordan Love better than Caleb Williams? Plus... A deep dive into schedule predictions | 1st & North
This week on "1st & North"... one Bears stadium plan has a stinky problem, the NFC North QB rankings are all over the place, the pundits put their record predictions out, and the Packers coach is throwin' em back on stage.
This week on "1st & North"... one Bears stadium plan has a stinky problem, the NFC North QB rankings are all over the place, the pundits put their record predictions out, and the Packers coach is throwin' em back on stage.
Final 2026 schedule predictions, Vikings WR trio, Bears Center battle | 1st & North
This week on "1st & North:" The blockbuster matchups to watch for in the NFL schedule release, The Bears plan to coach their way to pressuring the QB, Micah Parsons is on the mend, Amon-Ra St. Brown finds new ways to stay motivated in Detroit, the Packer’s kick their kicker to the curb, the Vikings' have a scary Wide Receiving core.
This week on "1st & North:" The blockbuster matchups to watch for in the NFL schedule release, The Bears plan to coach their way to pressuring the QB, Micah Parsons is on the mend, Amon-Ra St. Brown finds new ways to stay motivated in Detroit, the Packer’s kick their kicker to the curb, the Vikings' have a scary Wide Receiving core.
Bears get lots of prime-time love, post-draft power rankings & latest on Vikings GM search | 1st & North
On this episode of "1st & North:" The Bears get the post draft power ranking crown, but could face a brutal schedule next season while Detroit gets set to rebuild their O-Line. The Packers prove Jordan Love is a big draw for coaches, and the Vikings drop to #28 in their pre-season power rankings.
On this episode of "1st & North:" The Bears get the post draft power ranking crown, but could face a brutal schedule next season while Detroit gets set to rebuild their O-Line. The Packers prove Jordan Love is a big draw for coaches, and the Vikings drop to #28 in their pre-season power rankings.
Draft Aftermath: Bears snag a 'violent' safety while Lions build in the trenches | 1st & North
The Bears let the board come to them for a "violent" safety, the Packers trade up for a kicker, the Lions' obsession with grit in the trenches, and did the Vikings reach for a possibly injury headache in the first round?
The Bears let the board come to them for a "violent" safety, the Packers trade up for a kicker, the Lions' obsession with grit in the trenches, and did the Vikings reach for a possibly injury headache in the first round?
NFL Draft is just days away... which way are the Bears leaning at pick 25? | 1st & North
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.
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.