Pros, cons of Bears being featured on HBO's 'Hard Knocks'

On Thursday, HBO announced that the Chicago Bears will be the featured team on their "Hard Knocks" series, which premieres Aug. 6. The honor is an unnecessary distraction, but it can also be beneficial. As the Bears prepare for the spotlight, here are some pros and cons of appearing on the Emmy Award-winning show.

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