What happened: Adam Schefter reported that, once finalized, the move would take the Bears across state lines into Indiana. The report follows Illinois lawmakers adjourning without approving a stadium measure, leaving the team’s in-state options unsettled.

Why it matters: A finalized Indiana move would end years of uncertainty over whether the Chicago Bears would build in Illinois or leave the state. It would also shift a founding NFL franchise’s stadium future into a new political and development framework before the 2026 season.

What to watch: Watch for formal confirmation from the Bears and details on financing, site control and league approval. Illinois officials could still attempt a late response before the move is finalized.