Halas Intrigue, Episode 184: Bears get their must-win

Now, should Justin Fields start against the Raiders next week?

Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks to throw the ball during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday.

Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks to throw the ball during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday.

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Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash talk about the Bears winning their must-win game, stump for Justin Fields starting against the Raiders and wonder why Matt Nagy still seems to be acting weird about this whole play-caller situation. Plus: Potsie’s game balls!

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