Halas Intrigue, Episode 292: Why isn’t Justin Fields playing?

So what will Bears fans see in Saturday’s preseason game against the Colts?

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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks for a receiver during a joint practice with the Colts.

Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks for a receiver during a joint practice with the Colts.

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Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser debate coach Matt Eberflus’ decision to sit quarterback Justin Fields in Saturday’s game against the Colts.

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