Brandon Johnson leaves Bears-Packers game early to avoid traffic

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson admitted he left a Bears-Packers game early to beat traffic while discussing the team's stadium future. During an appearance on 104.3 The Score, Johnson shared his experience of exiting Soldier Field before the Bears made a comeback. The admission sparked a wave of criticism on social media, questioning the appropriateness of his comments amidst efforts to retain the Bears in Chicago. Host Matt Spiegel criticized Johnson's pitch to keep the team on the lakefront, highlighting the lack of communication with the Bears since April 2026.

• 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson admits he left Bears-Packers early to beat traffic