Chicago Bears Consider Move to Hammond, Indiana — A Look at the City's NFL History
The Chicago Bears, a historic NFL franchise with deep ties to Chicago, are considering relocating to Hammond, Indiana, after announcing plans to build a new stadium there. This move would not be unprecedented, as Hammond has hosted NFL teams before. The article explores the history of professional football in Hammond, the Bears' stadium saga, and the broader implications of the potential relocation for the team, the city of Chicago, and the region.
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[T]he Chicago Bears Board of Directors met and voted to advance our stadium development project in Hammond, Indiana, with the exact
The Bears are one of just two charter members of the league still playing today (the other being the Cardinals, a somewhat less-storied franchise)
the Bears have had a lengthy and stalwart kinship with the City of Big Shoulders
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