Are the Bears leaving Chicago? McCaskey spurs confusion

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While it may have seemed pretty clear that the Chicago Bears intend on leaving the city for a new stadium in Arlington Heights, Bears Chairman George McCaskey made a comment that left some fans questioning. 

During the team's press conference Tuesday to introduce new President and CEO Kevin Warren, McCaskey was asked what his message was to fans who love watching the team in Chicago. 

"We intend to be here for another 103 years," McCaskey said. 

When taken literally, that response could be confusing, especially as Chicago continues to release plans for a proposed Soldier Field renovation that seems to be, in part, aimed at keeping the team in the Windy City. 

But, with Bears leadership affirming their commitment to Arlington Park, it would seem more likely that McCaskey was referring to the Chicago area and not the city itself, with Arlington Heights being roughly 30 miles out of the city. 

That was further solidified when, in the same press conference, leadership noted that they still intend to close on their deal to purchase Arlington Park this quarter.

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