Roger Goodell discusses Chicago Bears' stadium options with Illinois lawmakers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:16 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed his recent meeting with Illinois lawmakers regarding the Chicago Bears' stadium plans. The Bears, who have expressed interest in moving to Indiana, also hold land in Arlington Heights, Illinois, and are considering both options. Goodell emphasized that these discussions are common in NFL business, though a specific timeline for the Bears' decision remains unclear. An Illinois bill, which could incentivize the team to stay in Arlington Heights, has not yet been brought to a vote, delaying the process further.
- •Goodell met with lawmakers to discuss the Bears' stadium options.
- •The Bears focus on a potential move to Indiana with land in Arlington Heights.
- •An Illinois bill could incentivize the Bears to stay but has not been voted on.
- •Goodell characterized his involvement as standard NFL business.
- •No construction has begun for the Bears' new stadium plans yet.
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — Illinois still has a chance in Chicago Bears stadium talks: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell
- 1:07 AMYahoo Sports — Roger Goodell says Chicago Bears 'looking at' Illinois stadium site
"Arlington Heights may still be in contention as the future home of the Chicago Bears, according to new comments from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who remains directly involved in discussions about the team's stadium search.
"While Bears' leadership recently said its 'sole focus' is to build a new stadium in Indiana, Roger Goodell said he recently met with Illinois lawmakers.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 9:16 PMIllinois still has a chance in Chicago Bears stadium talks: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell
Arlington Heights may still be in contention as the future home of the Chicago Bears, according to new comments from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who remains directly involved in discussions about the team's stadium search.
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 1:07 AMRoger Goodell says Chicago Bears 'looking at' Illinois stadium site
While Bears' leadership recently said its 'sole focus' is to build a new stadium in Indiana, Roger Goodell said he recently met with Illinois lawmakers.
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