Halas Intrigue, Episode 234: Bears GM Ryan Poles talks — plus stadium news

Linebackers, offensive linemen and the suburbs are the talk among Bears fans.

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Bears general manager Ryan Poles watches the team before a preseason game.

Bears general manager Ryan Poles watches the team before a preseason game.

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Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down Ryan Poles’ take on Roquan Smith and Teven Jenkins — and detail the news that broke about the Arlington Heights stadium project Thursday.

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