The Bears preseason is over and we're officially counting down to the first game of the regular season. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote begin by examining the Bears' trade of defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. to the Falcons in return for cornerback Clark Phillips III and a 2027 fifth-round pick. How surprising was the move? Also, we have the Bears' initial 53-man roster. Were there any surprising cuts? And what did we learn from the Bears' win over the Titans in their preseason finale?

Our own Dan Wiederer joined David Haugh and Jarrett Payton on 104.3 The Score in Chicago to discuss the Bears' initial 53-man roster. Also, what did Wiederer think of the Bears trading defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr.?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote appreciate the way the Bears, under head coach Ben Johnson, aren't afraid to push the line of aggression during joint practices.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how Bears coaches are pushing quarterback Caleb Williams to reach his full potential.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears head coach Ben Johnson further explain why he isn't concerned with the past and is always looking forward.

The Bears went down to Tennessee for a joint practice with the Titans, and it was physical. Dan Wiederer was there and brings all the details to Mark Grote. We kind like that the Bears are pushing the line of aggression in these practices. Also in the episode, quarterback Caleb Williams described the way he's improving at coverage recognition — which is something head coach Ben Johnson continues to push him on. And was one of the reporters on the beat intentionally antagonizing Johnson during his press conference?!

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the how the Bears are filling the safety position left open by Coby Bryant's injury. Who will be the starter next to rookie Dillon Thieneman?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear what Bears head coach Ben Johnson recently said about how quarterback Caleb Williams is progressing in his development.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss a rumor floated by NFL insider Jordan Schultz that the Bears have been looking at potentially trading defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr.

Bears star right tackle Darnell Wright exited practice Tuesday with what looked like a right elbow injury. Dan Wiederer details what he saw for Mark Grote when Darnell Wright walked off the field. The Bears certainly can't afford for him to have a serious injury. In other news from training camp, head coach Ben Johnson indicated the Bears still aren't sure who their starting left tackle will be when they take on the Panthers in Week 1 of the regular season. When will they make that decision? Also, Johnson explained how pleased he is with quarterback Caleb Williams' progress. And there's a rumor the Bears could possibly trade defensive tackle Gervon Dexter.