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Halas Intrigue, Episode 277: Analyzing Ryan Poles’ deals

The Bears made a flurry of deals as free agency opened this week.

By  Sun-Times staff
   
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Bears general manager Ryan Poles, left, and head coach Matt Eberflus watch workouts during Northwestern’s pro day.

Bears general manager Ryan Poles, left, and head coach Matt Eberflus watch workouts during Northwestern’s pro day.

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Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser talk about Bears GM Ryan Poles’ explanation for trading the No. 1 pick and his free-agent spending, then debate the appeal of Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter.

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