As the Chicago Bears openly consider constructing a new stadium in Northwest Indiana, team officials say the franchise’s presence in Lake Forest will continue.

Chicago Bears leadership is claiming that it is considering a move to Northwest Indiana after the team says state leaders in Illinois told them that creating property tax breaks for a new Bears stadium and development in Arlington Heights would not be a priority in 2026.

Illinois officials criticized the Bears for exploring a stadium move to Northwest Indiana, while Indiana leaders welcomed the idea and signaled willingness to negotiate. Fans and analysts questioned why team president Kevin Warren has yet to secure a stadium deal in Illinois and whether the Bears misread the political landscape.

The Bears and Packers will be broadcast on FOX. Kevin Burkhardt will have the play-by-play call with Tom Brady serving as an analyst. Erin Andrews will be reporting from the sidelines. Jeff Joniak, Tom Thayer and Jason McKie will be on the call for ESPN 1000.