Roger Goodell discusses Bears' stadium plans amid Indiana, Illinois options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:31 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Illinois lawmakers on August 27 to discuss the Chicago Bears’ potential stadium plans. The Bears have an offer to move to Hammond, Indiana, but also own land in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Goodell emphasized that the league wants both regions to present their best cases for the team. A key Illinois bill that could incentivize a move to Arlington Heights has yet to be voted on. While Bears leadership remains focused on the Indiana project, no construction has begun yet, leaving the team's future uncertain.
- •Roger Goodell met with Illinois lawmakers on August 27.
- •Bears have an offer to move to Hammond, Indiana.
- •Team also owns land in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
- •Illinois bill to incentivize stadium move is pending a vote.
- •No construction has started for the Bears' new stadium.
- 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — Roger Goodell provides latest twist in Bears' Hammond stadium saga
"NFL's Roger Goddell on Bears stadium: 'We want to make sure that Arlington Heights and Illinois have an opportunity, as well as Indiana, to put their best foot forward'
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