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Here's what the Bears need to happen to earn a first-round bye

We know the Chicago Bears are in the playoffs. They’re division champs, which means Soldier Field will host a playoff game for the first time in nearly eight years. They’re all but locked into at least the NFC’s No. 3 seed, barring a late collapse.

That’s all great news for those who follow the team. But there’s room for even more positive developments.