Frequently Asked Questions
Why do the Chicago Bears want to move to Arlington Heights?
The Bears need a bigger stadium to host major events like the Super Bowl and Final Four. They currently have the second smallest stadium in the NFL with only 65,000 seats and want to build their own "Jerry's World" type facility.
How much would it cost to add a dome to Soldier Field?
The proposed dome addition to Soldier Field would cost between $450 million to over $1 billion. However, this wouldn't solve the seating capacity issue needed to host major events.
What did Mayor Lightfoot do to troll Justin Fields?
Mayor Lightfoot posted a tweet about Chicago development plans that included a photo of Justin Fields getting sacked 9 times during his first NFL start against Cleveland. It was considered his worst game of the year.
Would adding a dome to Soldier Field be enough to keep the Bears in Chicago?
No, adding a dome wouldn't solve the main problem of seating capacity. The Bears would still not have enough seats to host a Super Bowl or other major events even with the dome addition.
Has Mayor Lightfoot always opposed the Bears moving to Arlington Heights?
Yes, Mayor Lightfoot has been against the move from the very beginning. She initially dismissed it as a negotiating tactic but has continued to oppose it as the Bears' plans became more serious.