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Halas Intrigue, Episode 233: Grading the finale

How do the Bears look after three preseason games?

By  Sun-Times staff
   
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Bears head coach Matt Eberflus walks the sideline during Saturday’s preseason game against the Browns in Cleveland.

Bears head coach Matt Eberflus walks the sideline during Saturday’s preseason game against the Browns in Cleveland.

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Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down Justin Fields’ step forward at quarterback and talk about which defensive players sat out. Then Mark Potash gives out his game balls.

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