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Halas Intrigue, Episode 295: On Fields and trades

How does quarterback Justin Fields look heading into the regular season?

By  Sun-Times staff
   
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields takes the snap during the first quarter of Saturday’s preseason game against the Bills.

Bears quarterback Justin Fields takes the snap during the first quarter of Saturday’s preseason game against the Bills.

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Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down the Bears’ 24-21 loss to the Bills in the preseason finale, from how Justin Fields looked to those who asked for a trade.

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