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 Lesson 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 JJ McCarthy is not a lock at QB One next season

13:56 The impact after 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 Head Coaches in the NFL suddenly don't last long

20:58 The Bears lose their Running Backs coach

22:11 Championship Weekend predictions

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