‘Dumplings in Chinatown!’ Chicago Bears bask in UK life before Jags clash
The NFL visitors are making the most of their travels before facing the Jacksonville Jaguars in Tottenham on Sunday
By Gavin Willacy for No Helmets Required
Back in London for the first time in five years, Chicago Bears go into Sunday’s clash with Jacksonville in relaxed mode. Having won three of their opening five games with a week off next weekend, they have reason to be enjoying the trip. The Bears took a holistic approach to their latest NFL International Series sojourn, spending all week in the Hertfordshire countryside. It’s more minicamp than holiday, but the management were determined to ensure everyone has a life-enhancing experience in England regardless of what happens at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium against a Jaguars side far more at home in London.
Playing abroad in the NFL is rather different than nipping to Europe to play a Champions League, United Rugby Championship or Super League game. The party numbers nearer 200 than two dozen, a veritable travelling circus. There is a member of football staff for almost every one of the 53 players, plus media and commercial teams, so many that they need to stay in two different hotels.
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