NFL commissioner meets Illinois governor amid Bears stadium talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 10:48 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Bears minority owner Pat Ryan and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker to discuss the future of the Chicago Bears amid ongoing stadium negotiations. The meeting is perceived as crucial in determining whether the Bears will remain in Illinois or relocate, with Pritzker indicating strong interest in keeping the team. This gathering follows months of uncertainty about potential relocation options, including Arlington Heights and Hammond. The outcome of these discussions could significantly impact the Bears' future location and community connections.
- •Goodell and Ryan met with Pritzker on October 2, 2026.
- •Negotiations focus on the Bears’ potential relocation options.
- •Ryan is inaugurating a privately funded stadium at Northwestern University.
- •Illinois officials aim to retain the Bears amid competition from Indiana.
- •Bears CEO Kevin Warren was absent from the meeting.
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