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1st & North

1st & North

By: Fox 32 Chicago
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1st & North is Fox Chicago’s weekly deep dive into all things NFC North. From Bears breakdowns to coaching chatter and player storylines, the show covers everything fans are talking about each week. With insight from Fox affiliates in Milwaukee, Detroit, and Minneapolis, 1st & North brings a full-division perspective you won’t find anywhere else. Expect smart analysis, strong opinions and plenty of debate as the show breaks down the biggest games, moments and moves across the NFC North.2025 Fox 32 Chicago
Episodes
  • Lions cut a former first rounder after a felony arrest and the Bears rise in receiver rankings | 1st & North

    Lions cut a former first rounder after a felony arrest and the Bears rise in receiver rankings | 1st & North
    Jun 30 2026
    On this episode of "1st & North:" The Bears are headed to the Hallmark channel, Terrion Arnold goes from pink suits to a felony arrest in Detroit, the Packers receivers get no love and the Vikings QB room is no closer to a clear number one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Bears Training Camp Dates revealed while 2028 Olympics could get some NFL company | 1st & North

    Bears Training Camp Dates revealed while 2028 Olympics could get some NFL company | 1st & North
    Jun 23 2026
    NFC North teams are officially prepping for training camp next month! We dive into Kyler Murray “drinking from a firehose” while mastering Kevin O'Connell's complex system , Tucker Kraft’s incredibly speedy recovery ahead of Week 1 , and why the Lions are the only team in the division skipping joint practices this summer. Plus, the crew debates whether active NFL stars belong in the 2028 Olympics for flag football , and Packers safety Evan Williams takes a wild, 160 MPH summer joyride in an IndyCar! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Caleb is done 'drowning,' and Ryan Pace returns to the NFC North | 1st & North

    Caleb is done 'drowning,' and Ryan Pace returns to the NFC North | 1st & North
    Jun 16 2026
    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 mins
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