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S. Elgin kids play against Benny the Bulls

Posted December 18, 2008 10:00 pm

The South Elgin Patriots took on a team of mascots during halftime of the Bears game against the New Orleans Saints on Dec. 11 at Soldier Field. Here, Brad Prejna, #8, makes a tackle as John Davis, #54, moves in for the assist. Ed Lee | Staff Photographer

Chicago Bears fans weren't the only ones thrilled with the Bears overtime win over the New Orleans Saints at Soldier Field last Thursday night. The South Elgin Patriots took to the field in a fierce contest against the likes of Benny the Bull at halftime, thrilling moms, dads and Patriots fans everywhere. Who knows? Perhaps the Patriots will bring luck to the Bears in their playoff hopes. Undefeated this season, the South Elgin team already won their "Super Bowl!"

The Patriots team poses for a photograph with the mascot team at Soldier Field. Ed Lee | Staff Photographer

Patriots player Nick Trusso leaves Benny the Bull in the dust as he heads upfield during a halftime game at Soldier Field. Ed Lee | Staff Photographer

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