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