Chicago developer says Bears should build covered stadium at former US Steel South Works site

Chicago developer Curt Bailey, president of Related Midwest, has proposed a new idea to keep the Chicago Bears in the city. According to Bailey, the former U.S. Steel South Works site on the lakefront offers the most viable location for building a covered stadium for the team. Renderings of the proposed stadium are now available, showcasing its potential appearance.

This proposal comes as Bears officials have acknowledged the ongoing discussions surrounding a stadium location. ESPN's Ian Rapoport reported that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell recently accompanied Bears officials Kevin Warren and George McCaskey to a meeting with Illinois legislative leaders in Chicago. During the meeting, the team expressed their commitment to having continued conversations about a stadium in either Arlington Heights or Chicago.

In a statement shared on X, the Bears reiterated their dedication to finding a suitable location for a new stadium. Earlier this week, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Bears officials and Illinois legislative leaders in Chicago to discuss potential options for the team's future home. The article also mentioned that Illinois lawmakers are currently considering a stadium authority plan that could potentially benefit the Bears' chances of securing a new venue in Arlington Heights.