EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 24 MIN
Bears’ (almost) miracle, coaching moves & a surprise championship pick | 1st & North
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On this episode of “1st & North,” Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down the anatomy of the miracle catch that nearly extended the Bears’ magical season. We assess which players and coaches are leaving and joining the NFC North, examine why NFL head coaches often have such short shelf lives, and make one surprise pick for championship weekend. 00:00 Open 00:26 Championship weekend preview 01:36 Lessons learned for Bears in playoff loss 03:12 Caleb’s miracle throw 06:15 The Vikings need work 07:00 Packers defensive coordinator moves to Miami 08:25 The Lions have a new offensive coordinator 11:15 J.J. McCarthy is not a lock at QB1 next season 13:56 The impact after the Packers lose two coaches 15:25 Matt LaFleur stays put in Green Bay, but for how long? 16:50 The Vikings’ defensive coordinator could be coaching the Steelers 19:21 Why NFL head coaches don’t last long 20:58 The Bears lose their running backs coach 22:11 Championship weekend predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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On this episode of “1st & North,” Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down the anatomy of the miracle catch that nearly extended the Bears’ magical season. We assess which players and coaches are leaving and joining the NFC North, examine why NFL head coaches often have such short shelf lives, and make one surprise pick for championship weekend. 00:00 Open 00:26 Championship weekend preview 01:36 Lessons learned for Bears in playoff loss 03:12 Caleb’s miracle throw 06:15 The Vikings need work 07:00 Packers defensive coordinator moves to Miami 08:25 The Lions have a new offensive coordinator 11:15 J.J. McCarthy is not a lock at QB1 next season 13:56 The impact after the Packers lose two coaches 15:25 Matt LaFleur stays put in Green Bay, but for how long? 16:50 The Vikings’ defensive coordinator could be coaching the Steelers 19:21 Why NFL head coaches don’t last long 20:58 The Bears lose their running backs coach 22:11 Championship weekend predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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