Bears surging as Packers and Lions stumble — what it means for the NFC North race from 1st & North

Bears surging as Packers and Lions stumble — what it means for the NFC North race

25 minutes Posted Nov 4, 2025 at 11:10 pm.

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The Packers fall flat against two touchdown underdog the Panthers

The Lions lose their roar, falling to division rival the Vikings

Why Jared Goff couldn't get going

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy gets emotional in the locker room. Then takes a bold shot at Lions Coach Dan Campbell

The craziest win of the season goes to the Bears!

Teams that might give you a Grabber

The Packers lose their top receiver for the season

Green Bays locker room feels the impact

The Lions on the verge of losing two in a row for the first time since 2022

The Bears win *BECAUSE of their offense

Vikings J.J. Mccarthy gets the game ball... are the veterans buying in?

The Bears grab some defense at the trade deadline

Green Bay is still looking for a Cornerback. Could it be Asante Samuel?

The Lions stand pat with their roster... but is a fan favorite coming out of retirement?

No moves for the Vikings... but Aaron Jones is on the mend.

Are the Packers in trouble?

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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.

23:56 The Lions and the Bears could be tied for First Place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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