Bears podcast: Roquan Smith’s trade demand adds preseason drama

The preseason hasn’t even started yet, but the Bears are already dealing with drama.

Roquan Smith’s trade request is the first major challenge for Bears GM Ryan Poles.

Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down Roquan Smith’s dramatic trade request and what it means for the Bears. Then they analyze Saturday’s preseason debut, what Justin Fields must do and where Matt Nagy fits in.

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Halas Intrigue, Episode 227: Roquan Smith’s trade demand

The preseason hasn’t even started yet, but the Bears are already dealing with drama.