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. [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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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? [00:00] Open [00:27] Lions Go Lab-Grown: Blake Miller & The Trench Culture [03:17] Vikings Take a Swing: Caleb Banks & The Injury Gamble [05:39] Bears Snag the "Steel": Dylan Thieneman's Violent Versatility [07:50] Packers' Passive Strategy: Micah Parsons & The Age 20 Corner [09:53] Michigan Connection: Lions Find Hutchinson’s Edge Partner [12:18] Special Teams Drama: Green Bay Drafts "Smack" to Replace McManus [13:32] Grading the North: "The Big Citrus" & Vikings’ Wideout Woes [16:08] Cap Casualties: Why the Vikings Traded Jonathan Renard [18:50] Free Agency Forecast: Jauan Jennings & The Lions' Linebacker Hole [21:26] Bears D-Line Concerns: Ben Johnson’s Coaching Projection [23:30] Post-Draft Perks: Free Ketchup & Wisconsin Cheese Curds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

This week on "1st & North:" Nine days out from the draft and things are getting interesting. Caleb Williams gets voted a Top 5 Scariest QB, the Lions play salary cap Tetris, the Packers' revamped wideout room, and is the Vikings’ defense ready to protect Kyler Murray? Plus, did Shaq really just offer to pay for a random fan's wedding? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on "1st & North," our NFC North insiders break down the latest mock drafts, a former Bears says Caleb Williams has that MJ quality, the Packers mourn a Green Bay legend and things get emotional for two former Vikings. Plus, should NFL Players be playing flag football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “1st & North,” a new QB in Minnesota means the NFC North now has three former No. 1 picks under center. The Bears scrap their secondary, and the league may be saying it was a good idea. Plus, could the name “Lambeau Field” be a thing of the past, and how does Pacheco fit into the Lions backfield? 00:00 Open 00:29 Kyler Murray comes to the NFC North 01:59 Will Kyler start over J.J. McCarthy? 02:57 Vikings now in position to make the playoffs 06:11 The Bears’ fire sale in the secondary 08:08 What’s with the Decatur Staley’s hat? 08:50 Pacheco fired up to be a Lion 09:48 Pacheco’s role alongside Gibbs and his excitement over Detroit 11:40 Aaron Jones takes a pay cut to stay in Minnesota 12:54 Green Bay has a new D-tackle, and his son is stoked 16:02 Is the price for Maxx Crosby worth it? 20:11 The Packers and the possibility of selling naming rights to Lambeau Field 21:40 Retirement rumors in Minnesota 22:55 Coach K and his love for the Bears as March Madness approaches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “1st & North,” free agents are cashing in all over the North. Plus, the Bears lose a defensive star, the Lions get centered, the Vikings play the quarterback carousel and the Packers ship a QB out of Green Bay. 00:00 Open 00:33 Receiver Kalif Raymond signs a one-year deal with the Bears; his resume from Detroit 02:02 The Lions add Pacheco to the running back room 03:44 The Bears' new center gets faint praise from Ahmad in Minnesota 06:14 The Packers re-sign their center, while Detroit gets a new one 09:09 Lions release a veteran lineman 11:44 Coby Bryant signs with the Bears, and Case Keenum is sticking around 14:12 The Bears say goodbye to "pick-off machine" Nahshon Wright 15:03 Malik Willis finds a (potential) starting job 16:19 The Vikings give another QB a tour of their program 17:54 The Packers need Matthew Golden to step up after losing Doubs 20:29 The Bears learn how tough it is to rebuild a roster 21:02 The Packers' social media slip-up 22:25 Is there beef in Minnesota? 23:23 A rival wears a Bears jersey on social media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of 1st & North, the Bears are hit with backbreaking news as the Lions move on from a fan favorite. Meanwhile, the Vikings scramble to clear cap space, raising the question: is a new QB (potentially Aaron Rodgers) on the horizon? Plus, the Packers brass break down a long list of roster holes to fill heading into the draft. Chapters: 00:00 Open 00:45 Bears Breaking News: Star Center Drew Dalman retires at 27 01:53 Lions trade David Montgomery: The end of Sonic and Knuckles 03:39 Vikings cap clearing: Willing to trade a pro bowler? 05:38 Bears become betting favorites to land Maxx Crosby 07:08 Ben Johnson takes another dig at the Packers 09:15 Green Bay’s draft targets and the Malik Willis/Miami rumors 13:40 Is Aaron Rodgers the next QB in Minnesota? 15:02 NFLPA Report Cards: Grading the NFC North 21:17 Detroit O-line news and Jets HC sleeping at the Combine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of 1st & North… THE MAXX CROSBY SWEEPSTAKES IS ON! Or is it? What are the chances we see him in a Bears uniform? Plus, the North unloads on the “Indiana Bears.” The Packers hold the number one free agent in the league, but where will he go? Detroit has line questions, and the Vikings may still be shopping for a QB. 00:00 Open 00:48 NFL Combine in full swing; Lions eye offensive line 02:38 Ben Johnson weighs in on Detroit’s new coach 05:08 Caleb and Crosby bromance; is Maxx staying in Vegas? 07:58 Could Kirk Cousins reunite with Minnesota? 10:20 Draft strategy: Team needs or best player available? 13:27 Remembering Rondale Moore 14:31 Lions look to play in Germany 15:09 Reaction to possible Bears move to Indiana 17:25 Takeaways from Day 2 of the Combine 20:53 Packers coach makes surprising move 22:00 Celebrating men’s hockey gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “1st & North,” the Bears are contemplating a major offseason move that could push them toward elite status. We also break down whether Jordan Love got dissed by national media, why the Vikings may be feeling QB remorse and how the Lions plan to revamp their offense after lessons learned from a Seahawks Super Bowl run. 00:00 Open 00:40 The Seahawks provide the blueprint for victory 00:57 The simple answer to Detroit’s woes 02:27 Vikings fans biting back Darnold remorse 03:51 Justin Jefferson gets real on his QB 05:53 The Bears make Packers fans suffer again 08:12 The case for Maxx Crosby 12:03 The Bears stay home with new offensive coordinator 13:19 A consultant heads to Minnesota to handle budget headaches 14:35 Kirk Cousins could be back in purple 15:39 Matt Ryan says the quiet part out loud. Did it cost the Bears draft picks? 17:25 Detroit’s search for renewed dominance on offense 19:05 The top five QBs and Jordan Love nowhere to be found 20:45 Ben Johnson disrespected? 23:01 The Super Bowl champs ride the teacups. For real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On 1st & North, the Vikings give their GM the boot and it might be a job nobody wants. The Bears are starting to feel the cost of success, the Packers are bringing the core back and the Lions are still licking their wounds. Plus, a Hall of Fame shocker before Sunday’s big game predictions. 00:00 Open 00:47 Minnesota GM out as job may remain vacant 04:00 The cost of success as Bears coaches depart 06:13 Ben Johnson’s offseason targets 07:26 Packers keep their core intact 08:35 Lions’ new offensive coordinator praised by QB 10:54 A new look for Green Bay’s defense 12:00 Hall of Fame snubs spark debate 13:17 Pierre calls out Bill Belichick 16:53 Finding the right fit for Jordan Love 17:57 Justin Jefferson airs Minnesota frustrations 18:59 Injuries pile up in Detroit and players question why 22:10 NFL plans nine international games including Australia 23:56 Super Bowl predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the quiet week before the Super Bowl, but there’s nothing quiet about the NFC North. Coaches are on the move across the division, one key Bears coach stays put and the 1st & North team makes a strong case for Ben Johnson as coach of the year. Plus, awards debates heat up, Detroit drama spills over and even the Pro Bowl becomes a punchline. 00:00 Open 00:40 Is the NFL fixed? The evidence 01:40 Sam Darnold leaves the Vikings and reaches the Super Bowl 03:45 Matthew Stafford may be headed to the golf course 05:05 The case for Ben Johnson as coach of the year 07:30 What about Mike Vrabel and the Patriots? 08:10 Minnesota’s coaching shuffle 09:20 Green Bay’s Micah Parsons up for defensive player of the year 10:14 Aidan Hutchinson and Detroit’s case for comeback player of the year 12:14 Amon-Ra St. Brown lays into fans over Detroit’s new coach 14:48 The Lions add another intriguing staff choice 15:51 The Bears coach staying put 17:03 The Packers hire a new defensive coordinator 20:52 Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers together again 23:20 The Pro Bowl becomes a punchline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

On this episode of “1st & North,” Lou Canellis and other NFC North insiders break down the Bears’ comeback win over the Packers. Up next, the Bears host the Rams at home. Plus, questions swirl about the Packers coach’s future, the Vikings face more offseason drama and the Lions’ owner gets real with fans. 00:00 Open 00:30 The playoff field right now 01:02 The Bears win after another heart attack 02:04 Ben Johnson lets the F-bombs fly after the game 03:08 Is it a mutual hatred in Green Bay? 04:40 Get the bleep button ready for an angry Packers locker room 06:22 The playcalling that let the Bears back into the game 07:22 A Vikings wide receiver arrested again 09:19 Lions owner says they weren’t good enough 11:24 Lions offensive coordinator fired already. Is Josh McDaniels headed there? 12:53 Matt LaFleur’s future in Green Bay 15:33 Tough love and Caleb’s growth 17:09 Mike Tomlin steps down in Pittsburgh 19:10 Aaron Rodgers’ future could be in Minnesota 21:07 A very unusual interaction for Jacksonville’s coach. Was it proper? 24:54 The picks are in for Bears vs. Rams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bears. Packers. Playoffs. Need we say more? On this episode of “1st & North,” Lou Canellis and other NFC North insiders preview the rivalry showdown, break down changes for both teams, examine the Lions’ needs after a disappointing season, and discuss whether the Vikings could be losing players to retirement. CHAPTERS 00:00 Open 00:32 Where the NFC North Stands 01:02 The Playoff Snapshot in the NFC 01:42 Minnesota’s McCarthy Takes Himself Out of the Game 02:45 Starters Sit as the Packers Lose Their Fourth Straight 03:45 A Slow Start Burns the Bears 04:58 Lions Play for Pride 09:10 Pierre Fired Up Over a Disappointing Season in Minnesota 11:36 Is Matt LaFleur’s Job on the Line If He Loses to the Bears? 15:13 Packers Injury Update: Love Will Play 16:27 Bears Injury Update: Will Kyler or Rome Return? 17:45 Is Brian Flores on His Way Out of Minnesota? 19:01 Changes Coming to Detroit This Offseason 20:44 Emotional Lions Discuss Potential Retirement After the Game 23:11 An Emotional Locker Room in Minnesota 25:45 Our Experts Make Their Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and other NFC North insiders break down the latest from around the division. The Bears fall in a shootout against San Francisco, raising the question of who they could face in the first round of the playoffs. Plus, there may be a quarterback controversy brewing in Green Bay, the Lions continue to struggle with turnovers, and the Vikings appear to be surging a little too late. CHAPTERS 00:00 Open 00:31 Bears are the Kings of the North 00:59 Packers on a losing streak 01:07 Vikings find ways to win, Lions don't 01:15 Playoff scenarios for Bears and Packers 02:00 The Bears show they can hang on offense 02:59 Bears D gets shredded for nearly 500 yards 03:25 Packers cant stop the run, LaFleur has answers 05:26 The 'Cheese Grater' hat gets its time in the limelight 06:05 Lions eliminated after nearly reaching the Super Bowl last year 07:33 Vikings on a tear.... how they've done it with zero offense 08:45 The NFL Playoff system seems broken 11:32 The Packers may have a Love problem 12:40 when superstar Micah Parson will play again 15:23 Will Jordan Love play this week? 16:56 Malik Willis and his rising star 18:33 The Vikings have a monster Defense... and could pay for it in the offseason 19:46 Dan Campbell predicts the future... after last years playoffs 22:24 Lions starters could sit 23:28 What's on the line for the Vikings this week 24:01 The Packers and the Injuries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down a wild week around the division. The Bears stun the Packers, sending fans into a frenzy after DJ Moore’s touchdown, while Green Bay looks for answers on how to bounce back. The panel also dives into the Lions’ heartbreaking loss as their playoff hopes dwindle, sparking debate over whether the NFL has it out for Detroit. Plus, J.J. McCarthy is injured again and will miss another game, Pro Bowl rosters are announced, and key injuries around the division are discussed, including Jordan Love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," the Bears do exactly what they’re supposed to do against bad teams — win. Meanwhile, the Packers not only lose in Denver, they lose a superstar, shaking their entire identity. In Minnesota, JJ McCarthy shows why he was drafted so high, and the Lions scramble to keep their playoff hopes alive. Plus, we break down more of the biggest NFC North storylines of the week — key injuries, turning points, and what all of it means for push to the playoffs. 00:00 — Open 00:20 — Current playoff seeding 01:35 — What happened to Green Bay in Denver? 01:52 — Micah Parsons… done for the year 02:55 — Parsons loss changes Packers identity 03:43 — Matt LaFleur and Packers players react to injury 05:56 — Bears do what they’re supposed to do vs. Browns 07:04 — Tale of two halves as Detroit goes down 09:42 — JJ McCarthy flashing future potential for Minnesota 11:32 — Dan Miller says give JJ a break 12:17 — Lions need to stop the run 13:40 — Jared Goff fed up with bandwagon fans 15:22 — Greenard out for the year in Minnesota 16:14 — When will Rome Odunze be back for the Bears? 17:18 — Christian Watson could be out for Packers 19:15 — Lions and the playoff picture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on 1st and North, the Bears stumble but reignite a rivarly as chill runs through a postgame handshake, Packers have their work cut out for them the rest of the way, Lions get their groove back, and the pride of LaGrange Park shines for Minnesota. 01:25 The Bears ultimately fall but show they're no pushover in Green Bay 02:24 The Bears loss could be what they need to win out the season 03:33 The Hand shake heard around the world 04:22 A lie detector from Detroit 06:08 Liions facing a must-win while Jahmyr Gibbs is a TD waiting to happen 08:38 J.J. McCarthy comes to lilfe for Minnesota 11:31 The Lions and their battle for turnovers 13:54 Brian Branch down in Detroit. Who will step up? 15:21 Kyler Gordon Hurt again in Chicago 16:18 How much Jordan Love missed Christian Watson 18:18 Will starters sit for the Vikings? 19:30 The honeymoon is over for Justin Jefferson 20:48 Detroit's Dan Miller gives play-by-play...for a cartoon? 21:50 The Bears in a trap game? 22:26 The going gets tough for Green Bay 23:01 Detroit feels the pressure 23:41 The Vikings play on Sunday night...Lou asks why?!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are the Bears for real? On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and other NFC North insiders dive into that question. Plus, whether the Vikings and J.J. McCarthy are done for the season — and who will emerge victorious in an NFC North battle with huge playoff implications. 00:18 Lou tries to get a rise out of FOX 9'S Ahmad hicks 00:34 If the Playoffs started today, who sits where in the NFC North? 01:54 The Bears dpeth proves invaulable against the Steelers 03:15 Ben Johnson gets hyped after the game 04:02 Jennifer Hammond in Detroit tells us why the Loins are mad that Johnson left for Chicago 04:46 The Lions Offense is off  05:24 Dan Campbell finds the silver lining for Detroit 07:39 LaGrange Park's own JJ Mccarthy may be done in Minnesota 09:00 The Packers are winning with defense. Where's the Love? 10:31 The Lions defense struggles and gets an earful from Giants players 12:40 Emmanuel Wilson may have run himself into more playing time in GB 14:22 Jahmyr Gibbs is on FIRE in Detroit 16:32 The Vikings have problems. Does it start with the GM? An honest assessment 19:24 The Bears could get a boost on defense 20:26 The Lions play 3 games in 12 days! 21:40 Green Bay's coach could still be on the hot seat 23:15 Packers Lions on Thanksgiving day. Lou wonder hoe they both can lose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first-place Chicago Bears are the talk of the NFC North! On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and our NFC North insiders break down a wild week around the division — from the Lions’ playoff slip to J.J. McCarthy’s struggles and Josh Jacobs’ injury concerns in Green Bay. Are the Bears for real — and can they stay on top of the division? The crew tackles all the headlines and hot takes heading into next week. 00:00 Open 00:20 The Bears take their rightful place at the top of the North! 00:44 Where the North would land if the playoffs started today 01:55 Bears Coach Ben Johnson shows his pride after the game 03:43 Vikings focus their disappointment on J.J. Mccarthy 04:55 The Lions forgot how to play O 06:18 Did the Packers get lucky against the Giants? 07:14 J.J. Mccarthy can't hit the bullseye and fans are fed up 11:00 Detroit's Dan Miller tells us to calm down after Jared Goffs disappointing game 12:27 Dan Campbell is locked in calling plays 14:35 Our own Lou Canellis helps out his buddy Dan in Detroit 16:15 The Lions Lose a key part of the offense 17:04 Bear Pro Bowler is chomping at the bit to get on the field 18:26 The Packers Josh Jacobs could miss time 19:34 The Lions hope to strengthen their D 20:11 Green Bay may have a kicking problem 21:44 Next week's match-ups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Bears are tied for first place, and Caleb Williams is willing them to victory! On this week’s “First & North,” Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down the Bears’ incredible win, the Packers’ head coach controversy, the Vikings’ costly mistakes, and how the Lions’ offense found new life under Dan Campbell. 00:00 Open 01:30 Green Bay's offense goes into hiding against the Eagles 03:06 The Vikings cant stop the False Starts and it's costing hem 04:42 Dan Campbell takes control of the Offense in Detroit and it pays off 08:22 The Vikings run game is non -existent. What gives? 10:24 A crucial Packers Play call... Called out by Philadelphia 11:19 Ben Johnson is his own worst critic on offense 14:45 A Packers mainstay goes down to injury and could be gone for good 15:23 The Bears could get a break against the Vikings 16:22 The Lions are beat up on the line 17:48 Bears defense getting some depth soon 18:50 Matt LaFleur tackles the issue of his job head on 22:24 Detroit's impressive prime time record ahead of Sunday night 23:15 Justin Jefferson and JJ McCarthy seeing eye-to-eye? 23:46 The Bears still remember week one Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of 1st & North, Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down a wacky Bears win in Cincinnati, a costly Packers loss, and how J.J. McCarthy proved his draft stock with a big Vikings performance against the Lions. Plus, we recap all the trade deadline moves and look ahead to a Week 10 that could shake up the entire division race. 00:00 Open 01:21 The Packers fall flat against two touchdown underdog the Panthers 02:40 The Lions lose their roar, falling to division rival the Vikings 03:15 Why Jared Goff couldn't get going 04:41 Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy gets emotional in the locker room. Then takes a bold shot at Lions Coach Dan Campbell 06:52 The craziest win of the season goes to the Bears! 7:55 Teams that might give you a Grabber 08:41 The Packers lose their top receiver for the season 10:09 Green Bays locker room feels the impact 10:47 The Lions on the verge of losing two in a row for the first time since 2022 11:42 The Bears win *BECAUSE of their offense 12:56 Vikings J.J. Mccarthy gets the game ball... are the veterans buying in? 16:56 The Bears grab some defense at the trade deadline 18:03 Green Bay is still looking for a Cornerback. Could it be Asante Samuel? 19:02 The Lions stand pat with their roster... but is a fan favorite coming out of retirement? 20:47 No moves for the Vikings... but Aaron Jones is on the mend. 23:10 Are the Packers in trouble? 23:56 The Lions and the Bears could be tied for First Place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “1st & North,” Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down the Bears’ biggest issue — and it’s not QB Caleb Williams. Plus, Aaron Rodgers gets a wake-up call from his old team, rumors swirl around injuries in Minnesota, and the Lions hit their bye week riding high before a key division showdown. 00:00 Open 00:57 Carson Wentz needs surgery. Why was he on the field? 04:04 It's the Jordan Love show in Pittsburgh. 05:16 Rodgers has nothing but Love for Love 06:12 The Bears loss is not (entirely) Caleb's fault 06:42 Ben Johnson puts the Bears on blast 08:12 The Lions may be better than their record 10:21 J.J. McCarthy.. Back behind center for the Vikings 16:01 The Vikings medical staff under fire 17:35 Aaron Rodgers talks retirement 19:06 Caleb Williams needs to step it up 21:20 Detroit's stellar defense 23:11 This week's match ups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “1st & North,” Lou Canellis and other NFC North insiders break down a wild week across the division. The Bears win their fourth straight, and it feels different this year. The Lions shut down the Bucs, the Packers practiced in the airport, and the Vikings ran into a buzzsaw. 00:00 – Open 1:02 – The Lions handle the Bucs with ease 1:25 – Why the Lions needed to lose against the Chiefs last week 2:09–2:44 – Inside the Lions locker room after big MNF win 2:44–5:22 – More impressed with Gibbs or the Lions’ defense? 5:22–6:45 – The Packers handed a five-hour flight delay 6:45–8:20 – Tucker Kraft: future FOX 6 reporter? 8:55–9:49 – Eagles fly past Vikings 9:49–10:35 – Wentz named starter vs. Chargers 10:35–11:46 – Do the Vikings have QB regrets? 11:46–12:39 – The Bears are four and two again — why this year is different 12:39–14:00 – Ben Johnson blunt about offense 14:28–16:25 – Detroit’s Jared Goff… and Mumford & Sons? 16:25–17:15 – The Vikings could get a boost from the bench this week 17:18–18:20 – They’re on top, but the Packers still have a lot to prove 18:20–19:59 – The Lions may not be peaking yet 19:59–21:32 – The Bears are slowly fixing problems 21:32–23:12 – The Vikings get hit with racist garbage 24:00–25:23 – Aaron Rodgers’ take on the Packers this week 25:24–26:04 – Vikings visit Chargers for TNF 26:05–26:26 – The Bears may have to face Lamar Jackson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “1st & North,” Lou Canellis, alongside NFC North insiders, breaks down how the Chicago Bears turned their run game around. Plus, the Detroit Lions are literally throwing punches after a loss to the Chiefs, the Packers defense can’t hold up for four quarters, and the Vikings are on the mend. 00:00 Open 00:47 The NFC North — the only conference where every team has a winning record 01:31 The Bears have Lou Canellis pounding his chest with pride 03:15 The Bears flip the script and move the ball on the ground 04:20 Ben Johnson gets loud 04:55 The refs and Patrick Mahomes light up the Lions 06:37 Josh Jacobs puts the Packers on his back 07:40 J.J. McCarthy’s slow return to the field in Minnesota 09:10 Detroit’s Brian Branch throwing punches on national TV — and explains why 10:20 Are Branch’s days numbered in Detroit? 12:17 Vikings licking their wounds 14:00 Packers defense disappears in the second half — and it could be lack of conditioning 15:58 Detroit injury wrap-up 18:34 The Vikings line can’t protect any quarterback 19:57 Four reasons the Bears run game suddenly came to life 22:26 Breaking down next week’s matchups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis, alongside NFC North insiders, breaks down the latest across the division. The Bears were on a bye while David Montgomery shines in Detroit and Jordan Addison stirs up drama in Minnesota. Plus, are the Lions emerging as a Super Bowl favorite? 00:00 Where do the Bears sit in the standings? 01:00 The Lions love teams with a losing record 02:15 The Vikes makeshift line somehow pull out the W 3:45 The Packers have a habit of letting bad teams hang around, and it's cost them 4:30 Ben Johnson is NOT singing the bye week blues 05:19 David Montgomery has his coach dropping the F-bomb... in a good way 06:15 Canellis vs. Campbell in a sports anchor battle! 06:20 More reasons the Bears should have kept Montgomery 07:20 The dynamic duo running things in Detroit 08:43 Jordan Addison crosses the line with coaches again in Minnesota 11:15 How many more chances will Addison get with the Vikings? 13:35 The Vikings are licking their wounds... will the bye week help? 15:15 Catastrophic errors from Packers Special Teams 16:39 The Lions secondary is hurtin' for certain 18:53 How Ben Johnson plans to fix The Bears run game... on Offense AND Defense 20:08 Justin Jefferson.. Does he make the final call on the Vikings QB? 21:44 Blocked kicks, goal line goofs, violence from coaches... what's going on in the NFL? 24 :18 Joe Flacco moves to Cleveland 24:49 Breaking down this weeks games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North:" The Bears pull out a close win — but still have plenty to improve. The Packers finish in a tie with Dallas — raising the question, how do you put a stop to ties in the NFL? Plus, bye week blues for both the Bears and Packers — will the break help in the long run? And why are the Packers still favored to win the division? 00:00 Open 00:25 Standings in the NFC North 00:40 Lions Put up 34 Points Against A Tough D 02:05 The Bears Pull Out A Tight One... and Ben Johnson is AMPED 03:12 Bears Run Defense... Atrocious 04:20 Packers Play to a Tie. Who are the Real Packers? 05:37 Carson Wentz and the Vikings Fall Apart in Ireland 07:00 Will J.J.Mccarthy be back for the Vikings this Week? 08:02 Micah Parsons is NOT Happy with the Packers Effort 09:25 Lions Lines are the Envy of the League 11:24 Hutchinson is Looking Like A Game Changer Again 11:51 Can the Packers fix Their Their Defense after allowing 436 yards? 12:56 Vikings Wide Receivers Come to Life Despite Loss 14:43 The Packers Still the Favorite to Win Division 15:35 Packers piling on problems with penalties 17:13 Lions Limping into week 5 19:31 Vikings O Line on life support 21:23 Bears Need the Bye to get Healthy 22:39 Creative ways to make sure NO game ends in a tie 25:12 Previewing Week 5 in the North Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders ask if Jordan Love’s job is on the line in Green Bay. Plus, the Lions continue to dominate, the Bears celebrate a big win over Dallas, and there may be a quarterback controversy brewing in Minnesota. We break down the latest injury updates, locker room moments, and Micah Parsons’ return to Dallas. 00:00 Open 00:34 Are the Lions the team to beat in the North? 02:43 Troy Aikman's Strange Compliment for Lions Coach Dan Campbell 03:51 Former Bear David Montgomery's Impact in Detroit 04:36 Packers Beatdown by the Browns 06:22 Whats' the Biggest Problem for the Packers? 07:12 An Epic Locker Room Celebration in Chicago 09:25 Lou Canellis' Four AM Meal 09:52 The Isaiah Rodgers Game in Minnesota 10:42 When McCarthy Comes Back, Will He Start Under Center in Minnesota? 13:22 Big Injuries and Big Returns for the Vikings 15:16 Did the Packers Make a Mistake Letting Zack Tom Play? 16:27 Surgery for Jaylon Johnson... but He May Be Back for the Bears 18:22 The Lions Offensive Line Dominates 20:37 The Vikings Unreal Record in Europe 21:27 The Lions Take on Cleveland's Tough D 22:51 Micah Parson Makes his Return to Dallas 23:41 The Bears... Underdog Again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down all the key moments and storylines from Week 2 of the season. Is Caleb Williams the problem for the Bears? Can the Packers keep up their stellar start? Plus, the Vikings will be without their starting QB, and the Lions look to build on last week’s momentum. 00:00 Open 00:47 How ill the Vikings fare without J.J. Mccarthy? 02:43 The Lions Bounce the Bears 06:25 Ben Johnson Hold Everyone on the Bears Responsible 07:45 The Packers look like the class of the division 09:15 The Micah Parsons Magic Effect 11:36 Jayden Reed is out for the Pack. Will the offense suffer? 14:55 Aidan Hutchinson is a Late Night Star 16:19 Is a blockbuster trade in the works in the North? 18:28 Is Caleb Williams a bad fit in Chicago? 23:48 Breaking down this week's match ups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders recap all the key storylines from Week 1, including J.J. McCarthy's 4th quarter heroics, Caleb Williams showing flashes of hope but struggling in the second half, and Micah Parsons making an immediate impact in the Packers' win over the Lions. They also discuss whether it’s time to panic in Detroit, provide injury updates from around the division, and preview the key matchups heading into Week 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st and North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders react to the Micah Parsons trade to the Packers and what it means for the NFC North and NFL. They debate if it's Super Bowl or bust for the Packers and whether Parsons will suit up against the Lions. There's buzz about Justin Jefferson possibly playing against the Bears and Adam Thielen returning to Minnesota after his Panthers trade. Plus, they point out the NFL Top 100 List has zero Bears, share final Week 1 predictions, and discuss key game strategies for each NFC North team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st and North," the NFL is buzzing with excitement following Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement announcement! We've got the breaking news. Then, Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down the big cuts happening in the NFC North, who is on the team and who is on the street. There's also news on Jordan Love's injury status, and the Bears are still seeking protection for Caleb Williams. Plus, where the NFC North stands in a writer's Super Bowl tiers. 00:00 Open 00:31 Are the Vikings looking to trade for a fill-in wide receiver? 04:23 Detroit ditches a backup QB... will the Packers pick him up? 04:51 Is there any concern Jordan Love will start week one for Green Bay? 10:13 The Bears still need help on the O-line... 11:30 Bagent is singing after a big signing for the Bears... 15:19 Two Lions land in the top 100... 16:50 Ben Johnson about tricks up his sleeve for his former team in Detroit... 19:02 Breaking down where the North lands in 'Super Bowl tiers' 24:13 A Taylor and Travis love affair... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “First and North,” Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down the latest buzz in the division: Can the Bears keep the momentum going after their shutout against the Bills? Bears Coach Ben Johnson even cracked a smile! Aidan Hutchinson is turning heads in Detroit with his standout practice sessions. There's buzz about whether Jordan Love will be back for the Packers in Week One. And could Micah Parsons be heading to the NFC North? 00:00 Open 00:32 The Bears throw a preseason shutout 03:50 Bears coach Ben Johnson actually cracks a smile 09:15 Aidan Hutchinson dominating in practice in Detroit 10:39 Will Jordan Love be back for the pack in week one? 14:49 Micah Parsons... is it possible he's traded to the NFC North? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," the Packers face challenges as QB Jordan Love undergoes a hand procedure, while injuries continue to pile up across the NFC North. Meanwhile, Caleb Williams impresses at practice despite not playing in the first pre-season game, Detroit's QB2 battle heats up, and Packers rookie Matthew Golden surprises his grandma with a new home. 00:00 Open 00:33 Packers QB Jordan Love has 'Procedure' on his hand 03:42 Vikings J.J. McCarthy gets emotional before first preseason game 05:24 Caleb Williams doesn't play... but puts in WORK at practice 06:30 Serious Injury Ends Lions preseason game early 08:48 Packers help Justin Fields look great 09:50 Injuries piling up in Minnesota 10:50 The battle for QB2 in Detroit 12:59 Lions Wide Receivers stepping up... 16:45 How's Justin Jefferson in Minnesota? 17:52 Green Bay Needs to invest in Bubble wrap for their players 19:01 A bold national prediction puts Caleb on top 21:41 Green Bay rookie changes his Grandmother's life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of “First and North,” Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down the Hall of Fame weekend, including some heartfelt acceptance speeches and a dud on the field from the Lions. We go around the North getting injury updates, check in on an unhappy Micah Parsons, and a rant from an ESPN broadcaster about Packers fans you don't want to miss. 00:00 Open 00:38 Five turnovers?!?!!Lions fall flat at Hall of Fame Game 01:56 Dan Campbell's ultimatum to Lions Players. Hang on or get gone... 03:55 Touching moment when Sharpe brothers become first brothers both in Hall of Fame 06:35 Jared Allen's heartfelt message for his family at Hall of Fame acceptance 09:55 Caleb catching hate online, drawing Trubisky and Fields comparisons. 12:30 Nate Hobbs hobbled from surgery 15:20 Big beef over the NFL's top 100 players 16:25 Lou's bold choice for Defensive Player of the Year 17:42 Micah Parsons wants out of Dallas. Will anybody pay him? 23:14 David Kaplan calls out Packers fans in Wisconsin 24:57 A Mom's shows up her son with the football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st and North," Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders discuss Caleb Williams's slow start at Bears training camp, other training camps getting chippy (especially in Detroit), and whether the Packers are better off without President Mark Murphy. Then, a new Bear is already throwing stones at the Vikings, and there's speculation that the Packers' new uniforms might have been stolen from the Illini—what do you think? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football is back! On this training camp edition of “1st & North,” we preview the NFC North teams: the Lions face a year of reckoning with some debating if their Super Bowl window has been closed, while Bears' Ben Johnson aims to build dynasties. The Packers see Jordan Love drop in NFL Top 100 rankings and invest big in Zach Tom, with a player calling a Bears win "lucky." We also provide a legal update on Vikings WR Jordan Addison and analyze NFC North roster rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of '1st & North,' Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down questions and concerns before rookies report to camp, concerns over contract holdouts, and a top ten QB list raising a lot of eyebrows. Is Commanders’ Jayden Daniels really better than Eagles’ Jalen Hurts? Then, Netflix breaks down a trick play that broke the Bears, and the Lions big concerns about their new center. Plus, can J.J. McCarthy lead the Vikings? And the Packers may have a legit WR1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

List season continues on "1st & North!” In this episode, Fox Chicago’s Cassie Carlson and NFC North insiders talk about the Best Offensive Weapons rankings in the NFL, how the Bears' offensive line ranks in the NFC North, and who the most overpaid players in the division are. Then, Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel and Lions' Sam LaPorta crack the NFL Top 100 Players list. Was it well-earned? Plus, Kirk Cousins opens up about leaving the Vikings in the Netflix series "Quarterback." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's list season in the offseason! On this episode of "1st and North," Fox 32's Cassie Carlson and NFC North insiders debate the ceiling and floor of Caleb Williams and JJ McCarthy, discuss where NFC North QBs rank in the NFL, and Jared Goff breaks down what it means to be a Detroit Lion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st and North," sports anchor Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders talk about Caleb Williams throwing shade at Packers fans and discuss whether the Lions could have won the Super Bowl if fully healthy. They also preview Netflix's "Quarterback" series starring Detroit QB Jared Goff and debate Pro Football Focus's rankings of the best NFL duos by position group. Plus, Aaron Rodgers announces this season will "pretty sure" be his last, and be sure to catch the viral video of Joe Burrow's unexpected baseball throw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st and North," sports anchor Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders recap the Vikings/Packers minicamp, discuss Packers CEO Mark Murphy's retirement and legacy, and reveal training camp dates for the Vikings and Lions. Plus, they analyze the Fox Sports NFL QB Power Rankings. We also bid farewell to Fox Chicago director Nick Auz in his final show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st and North," sports anchor Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders delve into major division updates: the Packers release Jaire Alexander, Za'Darius Smith eyes a Lions return, and Vikings OT Christian Darrisaw is back from an injury. Then, Aaron Rodgers signs a one year deal with the Steelers and is set to face every NFC North team. Plus, we explore which NFC North quarterback faces the most pressure this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," sports anchor Lou Canellis and other NFC North division insiders talk about the Bears' mandatory minicamp, Lions’ Frank Ragnow retirement, and Packers’ Jordan Love expectations for the season. Also, the Vikings extend GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multi-year deal. Plus, fun alternative covers for the new Madden video game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," sports anchor Lou Canellis and other NFC North division insiders share their OTA observations. This, as Detroit Lions' Aidan Hutchinson has been cleared for full football activities after recovering from an injury. Additionally, the NFL has approved players to participate in Olympic flag football. Is this a good opportunity or a risky move? Next, the NBA issues a warning to Vikings' Josh Metellus at a Wolves-Thunder playoff game. Plus, Aaron Rodgers trash-talks Bears fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of "1st & North," sports anchor Lou Canellis and other NFC North division insiders discuss this season's schedule, the best team release videos and who will win the division. Plus, reaction to Caleb William's reported dogging of the Bears draft continues with former NFL Quarterback Boomer Esiason's comment that Williams should "keep pie hole shut and go play football." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NFL announced two games for the Chicago Bears in primetime ahead of the official schedule release. Lou Canellis breaks down those two games on 1st & North. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices