The Bear’s Den, June 2, 2025

The Bears plans of building new stadium in Arlington Heights fail to pass legislative hurdle this session

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Bears blocked from stadium help again as legislative clock runs out – Chicago Sun-Times
Three bills surfaced in the Illinois General Assembly that could’ve thrown the team a block in their rush to the former Arlington International Racecourse, but none made headway by the time lawmakers gaveled out early Sunday.

Chicago Bears stadium: General Assembly adjourns without tax deal – Chicago Tribune
While it didn’t end up passing any legislation this session to directly support or damage the Chicago Bears’ chances of staying in Chicago, the Illinois General Assembly approached a deal on related property tax legislation, Rep. Mary Beth Canty said, widely seen as easing a potential move to Arlington Heights.

Score Round 1 for Ben Johnson in long Year 1 Chicago Bears battle – SI
Analysis: If the Bears are going to fail this time around, it’s not because their head coach has failed to provide the proper basic leadership qualities early on in the regime.

Chicago Bears linked to Tyreek Hill as potential trade destination for superstar WR – SI
Trade speculation continues to swirl around Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill, and the Chicago Bears were mentioned as a potential suitor.

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A Week 1 Aaron Rodgers vs. Justin Fields showdown would make a specific type of history – NBC Sports
They’ve previously met as the starting quarterbacks of the Packers and Bears.

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Russell Wilson: I fundamentally believe it’s possible to succeed at the highest level again – NBC Sports
Wilson is using the same locker he used when he won Super Bowl XLVIII.

Falcons to “lean on” Darnell Mooney more this season – NBC Sports
Wide receiver Darnell Mooney got back on track in his first year with the Falcons.

NFLPA says it’s not “actively preparing” for European division – NBC Sports
The NFL Players Association is actively preparing for various things.

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