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Halas Intrigue, Episode 272: Meet the new boss

Now that Kevin Warren is officially on board at Halas Hall, what’s next?

By  Sun-Times staff
   
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New Bears president and CEO Kevin Warren talks to reporters at Halas Hall.

New Bears president and CEO Kevin Warren talks to reporters at Halas Hall.

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Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down new president/CEO Kevin Warren’s introductory press conference and what it means for the Bears’ new stadium, ownership and the product on the field.

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