"The Chicago Bears are raising season-ticket prices by an average of 13.5 percent. Patrick Finley (Sun-Times) and Sean Hammond (Tribune) dissect the news, which came after Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren sent a letter to season-ticket holders on Tuesday. This isn't the first uptick we've seen in terms of an increase in the average for season-ticket holders. The 2025 average increase came in at 10 percent, while the 2024 average increase was 8 percent."
"The optics of the timing of this announcement aren't great, especially since it comes right before the state is about to have a hearing regarding legislation that figures to pave the way for the Bears to get the type of tax break that would help cement their move to suburban Arlington Heights. Asking for tax breaks when you're actively raising the price on season-ticket holders isn't a great look."
Ash Wednesday prompts personal reflection, fasting, and a decision to refocus mentally, physically, and spiritually. The Chicago Bears announced a 13.5 percent average increase in season-ticket prices. Recent years showed previous average increases of 10 percent in 2025 and 8 percent in 2024. The timing coincides with an upcoming state hearing on legislation that could enable tax breaks to support a move to suburban Arlington Heights. The simultaneous request for tax incentives and ticket price increases creates negative public optics. Illinois lawmakers have made progress on stadium negotiations, but significant hurdles remain before a deal is finalized. Mock draft analysis indicates the Bears may find quality defensive tackle value at the No. 25 pick.
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