Halas Intrigue, Episode 245: Who ya got, Bears or Commanders?

Can Justin Fields continue to show progress at Soldier Field?

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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks to pass against the New York Giants during a game on Oct. 2.

Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks to pass against the New York Giants during a game on Oct. 2.

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Patrick Finley and Mark Potash pick the winner of Thursday night’s Bears game against the Commanders, wonder whether games on short rest are making the NFL worse and debate what Justin Fields needs to show in prime time.

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