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Brian Urlacher: I don’t like the idea of the Bears playing in a dome, anywhere

Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher prefers the Bears remain at Soldier Field and opposes moving to a dome. Meanwhile, the team has begun soil testing for a potential new stadium in Hammond, Indiana.

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New reports indicate the Bears conducted ground testing in Indiana and Urlacher expressed fatigue regarding stadium discussions.

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  1. Brian Urlacher Opposes Dome as Bears Test Indiana Soil

    Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher prefers the Bears remain at Soldier Field and opposes moving to a dome. Meanwhile, the team has begun soil testing for a potential new stadium in Hammond, Indiana.

    What's confirmed:

    • Brian Urlacher prefers the Chicago Bears stay at Soldier Field.
    • The Chicago Bears conducted soil testing near the proposed Wolf Lake site in Hammond, Indiana, on June 28, 2026.
    • Brian Urlacher spoke at a McCormick Place trade show on Thursday morning.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Chicago Bears are moving forward with a plan to build their new stadium in Hammond.
    • Illinois lawmakers want the team to stay in-state.
    confidence 90%

  2. Brian Urlacher Opposes Enclosed Stadium for Bears

    Hall of Fame linebacker Brian Urlacher dislikes the prospect of the Chicago Bears playing in a dome. He believes an enclosed stadium removes the competitive edge gained from bad weather. Urlacher also raised concerns about a potential move to Indiana.

    What's confirmed:

    • Brian Urlacher does not like the idea of the Chicago Bears playing in a dome.
    • Urlacher believes a dome removes the competitive advantage of poor weather.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Urlacher highlighted issues regarding the franchise moving to Indiana.
    confidence 90%

  3. Brian Urlacher Opposes Dome Stadium for Chicago Bears

    Hall of Fame linebacker Brian Urlacher opposes the Chicago Bears playing in a dome regardless of the location. He argues that a dome would remove the competitive advantage provided by poor weather. Urlacher also expressed concerns regarding the team potentially relocating.

    What's confirmed:

    • Brian Urlacher opposes the Chicago Bears playing in a dome.
    • Urlacher believes a dome would undermine the team's competitive advantage.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Brian Urlacher dislikes the idea of the Chicago Bears playing in Indiana.
    • Governor JB Pritzker asked the team to specify requirements from Illinois lawmakers.
    confidence 90%

  4. Brian Urlacher Opposes Domed Stadium for Chicago Bears

    Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher stated he does not want the Chicago Bears to play in a dome regardless of the location. He believes moving from Soldier Field would eliminate the homefield advantage provided by poor late-season weather. Meanwhile, Governor JB Pritzker has asked the team to specify their requirements from Illinois lawmakers.

    What's confirmed:

    • Brian Urlacher does not like the idea of the Bears playing in a dome anywhere.
    • Urlacher believes a domed stadium would remove the homefield advantage linked to poor weather in late-season games.
    • Governor JB Pritzker asked the Bears to state what they want from Illinois lawmakers regarding a stadium deal.
    • The Bears are weighing options between building a dome in Illinois and building one in Indiana.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • A new Bears bill has been introduced for Arlington Heights.
    • Brian Urlacher attempted to link a potential team departure to immigration.
    confidence 95%