Bears stadium deal takes back seat as budget takes priority

The Bears stadium deal has moved to the back burner as the state legislature focuses on balancing the budget. Discussions on a plan to entice the Bears to remain in Illinois, including a potential stadium in Arlington Heights, have been delayed without a last-minute resolution. newsbetting.cv

Without a deal, the Bears might have to consider the offer in Hammond, Indiana. The precedent of teams moving states, such as the Chiefs to Kansas and the Giants/Jets to New Jersey, raises the possibility of the Bears leaving Illinois.