5/20 After Hours: The Bears Extend Joe Thuney

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Bleck and Abdalla discuss Joe Thuney signing his extension with the Bears.

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5/20 After Hours: The Bears Extend Joe Thuney

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Bleck and Abdalla discuss Joe Thuney signing his extension with the Bears.

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#ESPN Radio #ESPN Chicago #Chris And Adam #Daily News #Showbiz #News #Sports News

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