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The Bears quarterback is trying to play through a separated left shoulder, with back-up Trevor Siemian ready to start if he can’t go. But offensive coordinator Luke Getsy said the uncertainty is not a problem. “If he’s ready to go, he’s ready to go. If he’s not, he’s not.”

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears held a light practice Wednesday afternoon, a walk-through of sorts but with enough work that quarterback Justin Fields was able to test his injured left shoulder. The team’s medical staff cleared Fields to participate, but he still felt noticeable pain as he continued working through…

Fields will almost certainly need a painkiller shot before the game and have to wear a harness or brace — and still play through significant pain. That seems unnecessary at this point in the season when there would be little lost by simply giving him time.

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