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.
 

CHAPTERS
00:00:00 - Open 
00:00:23 - Lions Minicamp: Is Sam LaPorta ready for training camp?
00:01:28 - Vikings QB Drama: Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy open competition
00:04:41 - Justin Jefferson plays diplomat on the Minnesota quarterback battle
00:05:30 - Packers Check-In: Why quiet is good news for Jordan Love
00:06:45 - Tyrod Taylor signs with Green Bay as the old-head backup
00:08:02 - Caleb Williams is done "drowning" in year two with Ben Johnson
00:10:36 - Packers contract timeline: Locking up Tucker Kraft long-term
00:12:20 - Detroit's O-Line makeover and the "Detroit People Movers"
00:15:04 - The ultimate double agent: Ryan Pace joins the Vikings front office
00:16:52 - Bears Pass Rush: Relying on the current room instead of Cam Jordan
00:18:23 - Lucas Van Ness breakout szn in the new-look Packers defense
00:20:39 - Lions Defense: Kelvin Shepard's adaptability vs. crucial secondary injuries
00:23:16 - Summer Vacation: Golf quests, Dave Matthews Band, and sleepless nights

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Caleb is done 'drowning,' and Ryan Pace returns to the NFC North | 1st & North

Live talk radio from Brian Kilmeade, FOX Across America, and Guy Benson, plus the FOX News primetime programs. Listen to The Five, Special Report with Bret Baier, Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity, Laura Ingle, Shannon Bream and more!

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This week on The Offseason, Cassie Carlson talks with Anthony Herron about how Ben Johnson has approached his coaching with Caleb Williams and how valuable their daily meetings will be in the long run. Plus, Dan Wiederer joins the show from Halas Hall, where Coby Bryant's leadership qualities were put on display as he talks about how he identifies with his head coach's intensity.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Bears break for summer with Caleb Williams & Ben Johnson on the same page | The Offseason

The Bears' mandatory minicamp has come and gone. It's officially summer for the team, but Anthony Herron joins Cassie Carlson to breakdown what we learned from the practices this week.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Anthony Herron weighs in developments from Bears mandatory minicamp | The Offseason

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.

00:00 Welcome to First and North: No Pads, Big Opinions
01:32 Green Bay's Defense, Kicker Watch, & Micah's October Countdown
02:37 Minnesota's QB "Competition" (And Thirst for June Analytics)
03:33 Kyler Gordon's Injury & The "Indiana Bears" Real Estate Drama
06:15 J.J. McCarthy Needs Lessons in "Being a Dude"
07:50 Kevin O'Connell & Ahmad Hicks Play QB Truth Serum
12:00 Micah Parsons Accuses the Internet of "Clip Farming"
17:50 Christian Watson and Jaden Reed Secure the Bag 
19:35 New Vikings GM Nolan Teasley is a "True Football Guy" (Who Loves Drake)
21:05 The Dark Cloud Over Kirby Joseph's Knee 
24:36 Playing "20 and Oh" (Because 17-0 is for Amateurs)

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Micah Parsons professes his love for Caleb Williams, as the Bears may be packing for Indiana | 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.
 
00:00 Intro: OTAs Kick Off in the NFC North
00:34 Minnesota Vikings Quarterback Battle: Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy
03:11 Detroit Lions Pass Rush: Derek Moore & Aidan Hutchinson
04:49 Green Bay Packers Edge Depth & Micah Parsons' Injury Rehab
06:02 Jonathan Gannon's New Defensive Scheme in Green Bay
06:33 Chicago Bears D-Line Solutions & Pass Rush Improvement
08:38 Detroit Lions Secondary Concerns: Kirby Joseph & Bryan Branch Injuries
10:35 Kyler Murray & Justin Jefferson Chemistry Potential
12:11 Green Bay Packers Offense: Tucker Kraft Recovery & Luke Musgrave Opportunity
13:34 Detroit Lions Offensive Line Changes & Left Guard Position Battle
16:18 Minnesota Vikings Safety Outlook: Awaiting Harrison Smith's Decision
17:40 Chicago Bears Continuity: Caleb Williams' Year 3 Expectations
18:32 OTA Players to Watch: Trey Smack, Alim McNeill, & Jacoby Thomas
19:58 National Focus: Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy's Steelers Reunion
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OTA's kick off in the NFC North but the Packers are already hurting | 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.

CHAPTERS:

[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg">00:00</a>] Chicago Bears Stadium Update: Arlington Heights vs. Hammond, Indiana, and the looming legislative deadline.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=93s">01:33</a>] Minnesota Selected to Host 2028 NFL Draft: The crew breaks down what a draft in the Twin Cities will look like and local traditions to expect.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=218s">03:38</a>] Green Bay Packers Schedule Breakdown: Analyzing Green Bay’s six primetime/standalone games and the challenges of short rest weeks.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=333s">05:33</a>] Detroit Lions Schedule Analysis: Looking at Detroit’s Munich trip, a tough three-game stretch in 11 days, and a brutal divisional road stretch to end the year.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=419s">06:59</a>] Minnesota Vikings Record Predictions: Ahmad hypes up a potential 12-win season if Kyler Murray wins the starting quarterback job.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=580s">09:40</a>] Chicago Bears Schedule & 12-Win Hype: Cassie breaks down the Bears' maximum allowed primetime games and tough holiday matchups.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=732s">12:12</a>] Lions & Packers Record Predictions: Dan and Brandon explain why good teams win 10 games without committing to early-May numbers.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=837s">13:57</a>] Top 10 QB Rankings Spark Outrage: Reacting to Colin Cowherd putting Caleb Williams at number three over MVP winners.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=1038s">17:18</a>] Dan Orlovsky’s NFC North QB Rankings: The crew debates Orlovsky ranking Jared Goff and Jordan Love as a clear top tier.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=1314s">21:54</a>] Justin Jefferson on the Vikings QB Battle: Breaking down the dynamic between Kyler Murray and rookie J.J. McCarthy in Minnesota.
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEt6XDnD1Hg&t=1391s">23:11</a>] Outro: Matt LaFleur Shotguns Beers at Lambeau Field: Packers head coach joins Luke Combs on stage to win back some player approval.

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Jordan Love better than Caleb Williams? Plus... A deep dive into schedule predictions | 1st & North

On Episode 13 of The Offseason Cassie Carlson, Dan Wiederer and Anthony Herron break down the Bears 2026 schedule. Are Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams ready for the toughest schedule in the NFL? Also, what does the panel think of the Bears under the bright lights, playing 7 primetime games? Plus, they go through some schedule storylines including what week will Logan Jones be the starting center, will Caleb Williams or Josh Allen have better MVP odds, and will the Bears have more takeaways or sacks this season? Finally, they give their record predictions for the Bears! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Main Attraction: Why the Bears are ready for the primetime spotlight | The Offseason - Ep. 13

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.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Final 2026 schedule predictions, Vikings WR trio, Bears Center battle | 1st & North

Cassie Carlson and Dan Wiederer recap Day 1 of Bears Rookie Minicamp at Halas Hall. What were Cassie & Dan's initial takeaways of the Bears rookie class? Also, how are the Bears challenging Logan Jones and getting him up to speed at center? Plus, how heavy is the mental load the Bears are putting on the rookies?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Rookie Orientation: Recapping Day 1 Minicamp | The Offseason

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. 
[00:00] Cassie Carlson’s Big Promotion: Chicago’s New Sports Director
[01:49] Post-Draft Power Rankings: Bears Slide, Seattle Surges
[02:40] Lions Draft Analysis: Building the "Mean" Machine
[05:54] Packers Rookie Report: Jordan Love’s Magnetism & Tyrod Taylor
[07:43] Vikings Disrespect? Ranked 28th and Searching for a GM
[09:51] Detroit’s "No-Show" Policy: Why the Lions Skipped Rookie Minicamp
[12:44] Green Bay’s New DC: Jonathan Gannon Takes Over
[15:00] Jack Campbell Stays Put & Terrion Arnold Injury Update
[18:39] 2026 Schedule Leaks: Bears Primetime Takeover?
[22:41] Malik Willis’ Nightmare First Pitch in Miami


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Bears get lots of prime-time love, post-draft power rankings & latest on Vikings GM search | 1st & North

This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, she's joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Anthony Herron. What draft pick will have the biggest impact on the Bears; how do you feel about the defense after they didn't address the defensive line. Plus, will Malik Muhammad have a chance to contribute his rookie season and the latest on the Bears stadium decision.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

How will the Bears draft picks fit into Ben Johnson's team identity? | The Offseason - Ep. 11

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?
 

[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I">00:00</a>] Open
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=27s">00:27</a>] Lions Go Lab-Grown: Blake Miller & The Trench Culture
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=197s">03:17</a>] Vikings Take a Swing: Caleb Banks & The Injury Gamble
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=339s">05:39</a>] Bears Snag the "Steel": Dylan Thieneman's Violent Versatility
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=470s">07:50</a>] Packers' Passive Strategy: Micah Parsons & The Age 20 Corner
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=593s">09:53</a>] Michigan Connection: Lions Find Hutchinson’s Edge Partner
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=738s">12:18</a>] Special Teams Drama: Green Bay Drafts "Smack" to Replace McManus
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=812s">13:32</a>] Grading the North: "The Big Citrus" & Vikings’ Wideout Woes
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=968s">16:08</a>] Cap Casualties: Why the Vikings Traded Jonathan Renard
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=1130s">18:50</a>] Free Agency Forecast: Jauan Jennings & The Lions' Linebacker Hole
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=1286s">21:26</a>] Bears D-Line Concerns: Ben Johnson’s Coaching Projection
[<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh8RIISey1I&t=1410s">23:30</a>] Post-Draft Perks: Free Ketchup & Wisconsin Cheese Curds

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Draft aftermath: Bears snag a 'violent' safety while Lions build in the trenches | 1st & North

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 <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

1-on-1 with Dillon Thieneman | The Offseason

The Bears took the future of their offensive line with Iowa center Logan Jones on Friday. Cassie Carlson goes 1 on 1 with Jones as he arrives at Halas Hall.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Cassie goes 1 on 1 with center and Bears draft pick Logan Jones

The Bears added a third tight end to the roster, and Sam Roush fits the need for an in-line tight end. He explains to Cassie Carlson why he fits into that tight end room with Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

How Sam Roush believes he can compliment the Chicago Bears tight end room

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

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NFL Draft is just days away... which way are the Bears leaning at pick 25? | 1st & North

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.

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How 'scary' will Caleb Williams be in year 3 + Breaking down prospects | The Offseason, Ep. 8

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

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Do the bears have the best offense in the league? Dexter Lawrence could land in NFC North | 1st & North

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 <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

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