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Minnesota Vikings Adrian Peterson escapes from Chicago Bears Nick Roach for extra yardage at Soldier Field Sunday.

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John Starks/jstarks@dailyherald.com ¬ Chicago Bears linebacker Geno Hayes talks with Chicago Bears wide receiver Brandon Marshall Thursday night in the first preseason game at Soldier Field in Chicago.

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The Bears have the luxury of plugging in experienced strong-side linebacker Nick Roach at middle linebacker in place of injured Brian Urlacher and using veteran Geno Hayes at Roach's former spot. But they'll still miss Urlacher, an eight-time Pro Bowler and team leader.
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    • Minnesota Vikings Adrian Peterson escapes from Chicago Bears Nick Roach for extra yardage at Soldier Field Sunday.
    • John Starks/jstarks@dailyherald.com ¬ Chicago Bears linebacker Geno Hayes talks with Chicago Bears wide receiver Brandon Marshall Thursday night in the first preseason game at Soldier Field in Chicago.
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