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Halas Intrigue, Episode 161: Ryan Pace traded up again!

The Bears’ draft has came together well, first with Justin Fields on Day 1 then the move to land Teven Jenkins on Day 2. Our beat writers discuss it.

By  Sun-Times staff
   
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Boise State v Oklahoma State

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins #73 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys looks at the Boise State Broncos defensive line at Boone Pickens Stadium on September 15, 2018 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

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The Sun-Times’ Bears beat writers break down Ryan Pace’s second trade in as many days — and what’s shaping up to be a killer draft.

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