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Halas Intrigue, Episode 288: Analyzing Week 1 of Bears training camp

And looking ahead to what’s next.

By  Sun-Times staff
   
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Bears fans waits to get autographs at Halas Hall.

Bears fans waits to get autographs at Halas Hall.

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Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down the highlights from the Bears’ first week of camp and wonder about what’s to come — from padded practices to the next player to get a big contract.

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