Halas Intrigue, Episode 131: Who wins, Bears or Saints?

There are plenty of reasons to be concerned about the Bears offense.

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Bears running back David Montgomery is caught from behind by Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald on Monday.

Bears running back David Montgomery is caught from behind by Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald on Monday.

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Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash are split about which team will win Sunday’s game at Soldier Field. They also break down reasons to be concerned — very concerned — about the Bears offense.

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