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Santa Staley watches a Bears game at Soldier Field on Dec. 22, 2019.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is lifted up by teammate Lucas Patrick after Fields rushed for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 10, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields shakes hands with fans after the Bears defeated the Arizona Cardinals, 16-27.
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The grandstand of the former Arlington International Racecourse is razed on Sept. 25, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Injured Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks on from the sideline alongside his teammates in the fourth quarter of a game against the Panthers at Soldier Field on Nov. 9, 2023.
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Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. misses a pass during the fourth quarter against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Bears running back Khalil Herbert runs the ball during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field.
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Demolition continues of the main grandstand at the former Arlington International Racecourse in Arlington Heights on Aug. 1, 2023.
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Demolition continues at the former Arlington International Racecourse in Arlington Heights, Aug. 1, 2023.
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Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon, 6, sacks Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, 1, during the third quarter of the game between the Bears and the Arizona Cardinals.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is hit by Commanders cornerback Kendall Fuller in the third quarter on Oct. 5, 2023, at FedEx Field.
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Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon tackles Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner, 6, during the third quarter.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs downfield during the third quarter of a game between the Bears and Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve.
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Demolition continues on the grounds of the former Arlington International Racecourse on June 13, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Construction equipments is lined up outside the former Arlington International Racecourse, June 13, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields scrambles in the end zone away from Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis (56) in the first quarter on Sept. 24, 2023, at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up to face the Chiefs on Sept. 24, 2023, at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks before making a pass during the third quarter against the Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on Sept. 17, 2023.
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Bears center Cody Whitehair runs into quarterback Justin Fields as his helmet flies off during the fourth quarter at Raymond James Stadium on Sept. 17, 2023.
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Arlington International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights on May 1, 2023.
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Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Greg Dortch breaks a tackle from Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson before scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter.
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Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon, 6, sacks Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray during the third quarter.
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The synthetic racing surface is being removed from the track at the Arlington Park International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights on Feb. 8, 2023.
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Arlington International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights on Feb.8, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs out of the pocket during the game between the Bears and Arizona Cardinals.
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Bears guard Lucas Patrick picks up tight end Marcedes Lewis after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier on Christmas Eve.
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Bears wide receiver DJ Moore is tackled by Arizona Cardinals cornerback Starling Thomas V, 24, during the first quarter.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields keeps the ball for a rushing touchdown in the second quarter against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Nov. 20, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates with tight end Marcedes Lewis and center Cody Whitehair after Lewis scored a touchdown during the second quarter.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields heads to the locker room after throwing an interception to end the second quarter against the Lions at Ford Field on Jan. 1, 2023.
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Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson tackles Bears quarterback Justin Fields in the first quarter at Ford Field on Jan. 1, 2023.
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Arlington Park International Racecourse on Oct. 6, 2021, in Arlington Heights. The Chicago Bears have signed a purchase agreement for Arlington International Racecourse, the near-century-old facility that likely hosted its final horse race.
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The former Arlington International Racecourse is shown behind the Arlington Park Metra train station on Oct. 28, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is sacked by Bills defensive end A.J. Epenesa in the second half at Soldier Field on Dec. 24, 2022.
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From left, Saurabh Patel, 17-month-old Raina, and Bindi Patel dine outside at Armand's Pizzeria in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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The video board at Soldier Field announces that Bears quarterback Justin Fields has reached 1,000 rushing yards this season during a game against the Eagles on Dec. 18, 2022.
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The Flynn family dines outside at Hey Nonny restaurant and listening room on Vail Avenue in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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A couple walks through the intersection of Vail Avenue and Campbell Street in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields spins en route to a huge gain on the ground in the second quarter against the Eagles at Soldier Field on Dec. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up in the cold to face the Eagles at Soldier Field on Dec. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields breaks free for a long touchdown run in the first quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Dec. 4, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass in the second quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Dec. 4, 2022.
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Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney warms up on the field.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields stands on his toes to sign autographs before playing the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields watches the Week 12 game against the Jets on Nov. 27, 2022, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The Jets defeated the Bears 31-10.
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People cross the Metra tracks in Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields makes a shovel pass to running back David Montgomery as he is tackled by Falcons defensive end Arnold Ebiketie in the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Nov. 20, 2022.
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Bears general manager Ryan Poles walks around the field prior to the game between the Bears and Arizona Cardinals.
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Bears place kicker Cairo Santos signs autographs before playing the Arizona Cardinals.
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quarterback Justin Fields cheers in the end zone after a touchdown against the Lions at Soldier Field on Nov. 13, 2022.
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Downtown Arlington Heights features a small park, condos, retail shopping and dining on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball against the Dolphins in the first quarter on Nov. 6, 2022, at Soldier Field.
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Logan Clark, of Carlinville, Illinois, right, walks through the Soldier Field concourse dressed as Santa.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields signs autographs before playing the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Dec. 24, 2023.
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A fan dressed as the Grinch walks through the concourse of Soldier Field.
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Soldier Field is seen prior to a game between the Bears and Arizona Cardinals on Christmas Eve.
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Dallas Cowboys defensive end Dorance Armstrong (92) chases Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) while he runs the ball during the first quarter, Oct. 30, 2022, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
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Apartments and condos in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) scrambles out of the pocket in the third quarter against the New England Patriots, Oct. 24, 2022, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.
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People walk through downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs the ball on the Bears' final drive during the fourth quarter against the Washington Commanders, Oct. 13, 2022, at Soldier Field.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) kneels on the ground after wide receiver Darnell Mooney was short of the goal line against the Washington Commanders during the fourth quarter, Oct. 13, 2022, at Soldier Field.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields signs a shoe for a fan before a game against the Washington Commanders at Soldier Field, Oct. 13, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields on the sidelines during the third quarter of the Week 4 against the Giants on Oct. 12, 2022, at MetLife Stadium.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws an incomplete pass during the third quarter of the Week 4 against the Giants on Oct. 12, 2022, at MetLife Stadium.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is sacked by Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence during the second quarter of the Week 4 against on Oct. 12, 2022, at MetLife Stadium.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up before the Week 4 against the Giants on Oct. 12, 2022, at MetLife Stadium.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields scrambles out of the pocket before gaining a first down on a run in the first quarter against the Texans at Soldier Field on Sept. 25, 2022.
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Quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball in for a first down on the Bears' first possession of the game against the Texans at Soldier Field on Sept. 25, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Packers at Lambeau Field on Sept. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields dives into the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Packers at Lambeau Field on Sept. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws to wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown in what would become an interception by Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander in the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field on Sept. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields and teammates take the field to play the Packers at Lambeau Field on Sept. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields takes the field during warmups before playing the Packers at Lambeau Field on Sept. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields eludes the 49ers defense before throwing a touchdown pass in the third quarter of a game at Soldier Field on Sept. 11, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields and teammates celebrate the Week 1 win by sliding into the end zone puddles in the rain at Soldier Field on Sept. 11, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields and teammates celebrate the Week 1 win by sliding into the end zone puddles in the rain at Soldier Field on Sept. 11, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates a touchdown pass with running back David Montgomery in the fourth quarter on Sept. 11, 2022, at Soldier Field.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up to face the 49ers in the rain onSept. 11, 2022, at Soldier Field.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes under pressure from Chiefs safety Deon Bush in the first quarter of a preseason game on Aug. 13, 2022, at Soldier Field.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields and teammates take the field for a preseason game on Aug. 13, 2022, against the Chiefs at Soldier Field.
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Quarterback Justin Fields speaks during a news conference at Chicago Bears training camp, Aug. 3, 2022, at Halas Hall
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Quarterback Justin Fields practices with quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko (left) and offensive coordinator Luke Getsy on Aug. 2, 2022, during Bears training camp at Halas Hall.
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Quarterback Justin Fields (1) practices Wednesday, July 27, 2022 as the Chicago Bears open training camp at Halas Hall. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
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Quarterback Justin Fields laughs during a news conference, June 14, 2022, during Chicago Bears minicamp at Halas Hall.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields takes part in the "Shoot the Puck" contest during intermission of a game between the Blackhawks and Seattle Kraken at the United Center, April 7, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields gives a "thumbs up" while warming up for a game against the Vikings at Soldier Field on Dec. 20, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields argues with a referee in the fourth quarter of a game against the Vikings at Soldier Field on Dec. 20, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields tries to run past Vikings defensive end D.J. Wonnum in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Dec. 20, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes the ball during the second quarter against the Vikings at Soldier Field on Dec. 20, 2021.
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Vikings defensive end D.J. Wonnum tackles Bears quarterback Justin Fields during the third quarter at Soldier Field on Dec. 20, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass in the fourth quarter of a game against the Packers at Lambeau Field on Dec. 12, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields lies on the ground after being sacked in the fourth quarter of a game against the Packers at Lambeau Field on Dec. 12, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball against Packers cornerback Rasul Douglas in the second quarter at Lambeau Field on Dec. 12, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields fumbles and loses the ball against Packers outside linebacker Preston Smith (91) in the third quarter at Lambeau Field on Dec. 12, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields takes the field to face the Packers at Lambeau Field on Dec. 12, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields stands on the sidelines during the fourth quarter of the game against the Cardinals on Dec. 5, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields signs items for fan on the field during warmups before the Week 12 game against the Lions at Ford Field on Nov. 25, 2021. Fields (ribs) did not play.
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Bears quarterbacks Andy Dalton and Justin Fields during warmups before the Week 12 game against the Lions at Ford Field on Nov. 25, 2021. Fields (ribs) did not play.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is tackled by Ravens outside linebacker Tyus Bowser in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021. Fields left the game after this possession with an injury.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs with the ball during the first half of the Week 11 game against the Ravens at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields scrambles in the fourth quarter against the Steelers at Heinz Field during the Week 9 game on Nov. 8, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields and wide receiver Darnell Mooney celebrate after connecting on a touchdown pass and catch in the fourth quarter against the Steelers at Heinz Field during the Week 9 game on Nov. 8, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields makes a completion on the last drive of the game in the fourth quarter against the Steelers at Heinz Field during the Week 9 game on Nov. 8, 2021.
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Steelers free safety Minkah Fitzpatrick knocks Bears quarterback Justin Fields out of bounds in the second quarter at Heinz Field on Nov. 8, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields scores in the fourth quarter against the 49ers at Soldier Field on Oct. 31, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs in a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the 49ers at Soldier Field on Oct. 31, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields scrambles with the ball against the 49ers and scores on this play in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 31, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws to running back Khalil Herbert in the first quarter against the 49ers at Soldier Field on Oct. 31, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs away from diving 49ers defensive end Samson Ebukam in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 31, 2021.
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With the offense backed up to their own 1-yard-line, Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws an interception to the Buccaneers' Pierre Tesir in the 2nd half at Raymond James Stadium on Oct. 24, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws during the 4th quarter against the Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on Oct. 24, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on Oct. 24, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields fumbles a ball after being blindsided by Buccaneers outside linebacker Jason Pierre-Paulin the 2nd quarter at Raymond James Stadium on Oct. 24, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws during warmups before the Week. 7 game against the Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on Oct. 24, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field after the Bears lost to the Packers 24-14 at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks for an open receiver during the first quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) walks to the sideline after throwing an interception in the first quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Packers linebacker Jonathan Garvin sacks Bears quarterback Justin Fields during the second quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes in the second quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball during the second quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields gets tackled by Packers linebacker Jonathan Garvin on third down during the third quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks down while walking on the field during the fourth quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields handles the ball during the fourth quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields tries to recover the ball after being sacked in the fourth quarter against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball in the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields gets sacked by Packers nose tackle Kenny Clark to make it 4th-and-26 during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields kneels while Packers linebacker Jonathan Garvin (53) and nose tackle Kenny Clark (97) celebrate Clark's sack at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) eludes the Packers defense before throwing an incomplete pass on fourth down on the last drive of the game at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) walks to the sideline after failing to convert a fourth-down attempt on the last drive of the game against the Packers at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) leads the team out Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws an incomplete pass with pressure from Raiders defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) in the first quarter Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws the ball away with pressure from Raiders safety Johnathan Abram (24) in the first quarter Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) heads to the medical tent in the second quarter Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs the ball in the second quarter Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates his first career touchdown pass to tight end Jesper Horsted in the second quarter Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) watches the final field goal, securing a 20-9 win over the Raiders on Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates a 20-9 win over the Raiders on Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields stands on the sideline in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Oct. 3, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields makes a pass in the second quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Oct. 3, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields points up after carrying the ball 11 yards during the first half against the Lions at Soldier Field on Oct. 3, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields rolls out of the pocket in the third quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Oct. 3, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass in the first quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Oct. 3, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs on the field during the fourth quarter against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball while getting pressure from the Browns defense during the third quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021.
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Browns defensive end Myles Garrett sacks Bears quarterback Justin Fields during the third quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is helped off the ground by center Sam Mustipher and an official after getting sacked by Browns defensive end Myles Garrett in the fourth quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021.
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Bears tight end J.P. Holtz (81), running back David Montgomery (32) and quarterback Justin Fields (1) take the field for the Week 3 game against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks for an open receiver during the first quarter against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up for the Week 3 game against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs with the ball in the third quarter of the Week 2 game at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws against the Bengals in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks back to the sideline after throwing an interception in fourth quarter against the Bengals at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields tries to recover the ball after he fumbled it in the third quarter against the Bengals at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks to pass in the second quarter against the Bengals at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs off the field after a victory over the Bengals at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields hits the end zone for his first NFL touchdown in the third quarter against the Rams at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 12, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates his touchdown run with teammates in the third quarter after a TD against the Rams at Sofi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sept. 12, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up for a game against the Rams at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 12, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif.
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Bears rookie QB Justin Fields on the sidelines during of a preseason game against the Titans on Aug. 28, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields scrambles against the Titans in the first half of a preseason game on Aug. 28, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes against the Titans during a preseason game on Aug. 28, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is sacked by Titans linebacker Derick Roberson in the first half of a preseason game on Aug. 28, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up before a preseason game on Aug. 28, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) in the second half during a game against the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field on Aug. 21, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields arrives with other rookies to throw out a ceremonial first pitch before the White Sox-Yankees game at Guaranteed Rate Field on Aug. 15, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws out a ceremonial first pitch before before the White Sox-Yankees game at Guaranteed Rate Field on Aug. 15, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws in the third quarter against the Dolphins in the preseason opener at Soldier Field on Aug. 14, 2021.
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Bears quarterbacks Andy Dalton and Justin Fields talk on the sideline in the fourth quarter against the Dolphins in the preseason opener at Soldier Field on Aug. 14, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields rushes for a touchdown in the third quarter against the Dolphins in the preseason opener at Soldier Field on Aug. 14, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) celebrates after a 20-13 win over the Miami Dolphins in a preseason game at Soldier Field on Aug. 14, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) rushes for a touchdown in the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field on Aug. 14, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during training camp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on July 29, 2021.
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Bears QBs Justin Fields (1) and Andy Dalton (14) run drills during OTAs at Halas Hall on June 2, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up with his teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on May 14, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first day of rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on May 14, 2021.
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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws during pro day at Ohio State on March 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields looks on from the bench in the third quarter against Northwestern on Oct. 18, 2019, at Ryan Field in Evanston.
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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields runs through the Northwestern defense in the first quarter of the Big Ten championship game on Dec. 19, 2020, in Indianapolis.
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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields passes around Northwestern defensive lineman Adetomiwa Adebawore in the first quarter of the Big Ten championship game on Dec. 19, 2020, in Indianapolis.
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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields (1) is tackled by Northwestern Wildcats linebacker Paddy Fisher (42) in the first quarter of the Big Ten championship game on Dec. 19, 2020, in Indianapolis.
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Crews demolish the grandstand and surrounding structures at the former Arlington International Racecourse on Sept. 25, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields shakes hands with fans after the Bears defeated the Arizona Cardinals, 16-27, at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2023.
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Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson breaks up a pass intended for Vikings wide receiver Brandon Powell in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 15, 2023.
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Cardinals safety Budda Baker tackles Cole Kmet after the Bears tight end made a first-down catch on Dec. 24, 2023, at Soldier Field.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball in for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 10, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs for a 3-yard touchdown in first quarter against the Cardinals on Dec. 24, 2023, at Soldier Field.
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Demolition continues on the grandstand and surrounding structures at the former Arlington International Racecourse, Sept. 25, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Bears head coach Matt Eberflus walks on the field after the Bears defeated the Arizona Cardinals, 16-27.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields escapes from the Lions defense in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Dec. 10, 2023.
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The grandstand at the former Arlington International Racecourse is dismantled on Sept. 25, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Arizona Cardinals safety Jalen Thompson intercepts a pass intended for Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert during the third quarter.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields breaks free down the sideline in the third quarter of a game against the Lions at Ford Field on Nov. 19, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields shakes hands with Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray on the field after the Bears defeated the Arizona Cardinals, 16-27.
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The shell of the grandstand remains at the former Arlington International Racecourse as crews continue to demolish it on Aug. 31, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Injured Bears quarterback Justin Fields stands on the field during warmups before his team faces the Raiders on Oct. 22, 2023, at Soldier Field.
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Demolition of the grandstand continues at the former Arlington International Racecourse, Aug. 7, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field after throwing an interception in the second quarter against the Vikings at Soldier Field on Oct. 15, 2023.
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Demolition of the grandstand continues at the former Arlington International Racecourse, Aug. 7, 2023.
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Bears running back Khalil Herbert high-fives fans following a game between the Bears and Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve.
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Vikings safety Josh Metellus tackles Bears quarterback Justin Fields after he makes a pass in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 15, 2023.
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Bears running back Khalil Herbert breaks free of a tackle by Cardinals linebacker Krys Barnes, 51, during the first quarter of the game.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields and coach Matt Eberflus high five in the second quarter of a game against the Vikings at Soldier Field on Oct. 15, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates the 40-20 win over the Commanders on Oct. 5, 2023, at FedEx Field.
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Main grandstand demolition continues at the former Arlington International Racecourse in Arlington Heights, Aug. 1, 2023.
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Bears safety Jaquan Brisker signs autographs following the game between the Bears and the Arizona Cardinals on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2023.
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Crews demolish the main grandstand of the former Arlington International Racecourse in Arlington Heights, July 14, 2023. The site is the possible future home of the Chicago Bears.
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Demolition continues on the grandstand at the former Arlington International Racecourse on July 11, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields waves to fans while warming up to face the Commanders on Oct. 5, 2023, at FedEx Field.
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Demolition crews hired by the Chicago Bears begin knocking down the grandstand at the former Arlington International Racecourse on June 16, 2023, in Arlington Heights. The Bears are looking at the site for possibly a new stadium for the team.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Broncos at Soldier Field on Oct. 1, 2023.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) sits on the bench after the Bears lost, 31-28, to the Denver Broncos at Soldier Field Sunday Oct. 1, 2023 in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)
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Bears defensive tackle Justin Jones sacks Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray during the first quarter.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields scrambles in the third quarter of a game against the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on Sept. 24, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Cardinals safety Budda Baker tackles Bears tight end Cole Kmet after making a first down catch during the second quarter.
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Construction equipment stands ready for expected demolition at the former Arlington International Racecourse at sunrise on May 30, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Bears running back Roschon Johnson is tackled by several Arizona Cardinals players during the third quarter.
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The former Arlington International Racecourse at sunrise on May 30, 2023, in Arlington Heights. Demolition is expected to begin soon.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball past Arizona Cardinals cornerback Antonio Hamilton Sr., 33, Dennis Gardeck, 45, and linebacker Krys Barnes, 51, during the fourth quarter.
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A Metra train passes the former Arlington International Racecourse at sunrise on May 30, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Bears guard Lucas Patrick picks up Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Workers gather in a parking lot outside of the former Arlington Park to begin demolition on May 30, 2023, in Arlington Heights.
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Bears head coach Matt Eberflus high fives players during the third quarter.
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Packers defensive tackle Colby Wooden applies pressure as Bears quarterback Justin Fields releases the ball in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 10, 2023.
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Packers linebacker Lukas Van Ness sacks Bears quarterback Justin Fields in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 10, 2023.
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The Arlington International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights on May 1, 2023.
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A view of the former grandstand of Arlington Park International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights on Feb. 8, 2023.
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Packers defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt sacks Bears quarterback Justin Fields in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 10, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields prepares to take the field for a preseason game against the Bills at Soldier Field on Aug. 26, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs out of the pocket during the third quarter of a game between the Bears and the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields tries to run past Bills cornerback Christian Benford in the first quarter of a preseason game at Soldier Field on Aug. 26, 2023.
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Bears running back Khalil Herbert celebrates a first quarter touchdown.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs drills with other players during training camp at Halas Hall on Aug. 2, 2023.
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Townhomes are seen across from the Arlington Park International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights on Feb. 8, 2023.
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A rendering released by the Chicago Bears shows the view from the proposed stadium of the Arlington Park entertainment district.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields signs autographs for fans after practice on July 27, 2023.
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A person crosses through Harmony Park at Campbell Street and Vail Avenue in downtown Arlington Heights on Jan. 18, 2023.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields practices on June 7, 2023, during organized team activities at Halas Hall.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a touchdown pass to Chicago Bears tight end Marcedes Lewis (84) during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals.
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A rendering of the plan is shown as representatives from the Chicago Bears present their concept for building a new stadium and entertainment district on the site of Arlington International Racecourse during a public meeting at Hersey High School in Arlington Heights on Sept. 8, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field after a 29-13 loss to the Vikings at Soldier Field on Jan. 8, 2023.
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Audience members listen as representatives from the Bears present their concept for building a stadium and entertainment district on the site of Arlington International Racecourse during an informational public meeting at Hersey High School on Sept. 8, 2022.
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Bears running back Khalil Herbert runs into the endzone for a touchdown during the first quarter.
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Clouds pass over the now closed Arlington Park International Racecourse on Sept. 6, 2022, in Arlington Heights.
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The Chicago Bears released proposed development plans for the Arlington International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights on Sept. 6, 2022. A rendering shows the Chicago Bears' preliminary plans for the Arlington Park property, including a so-called "Stadium District" on the northwest side of the property abutting Route 53 and Northwest Highway, along with mixed-use development in the rest of the footprint, including where the shuttered racetrack now stands.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates with Bears guard Lucas Patrick after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields releases the ball as he is hit in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Ford Field on Jan. 1, 2023.
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Bears QB Justin Fields looks on during the first quarter in the game against the Bills at Soldier Field on Dec. 24, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields is sacked during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields gives a fan the football after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals.
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People walk through the intersection of Vail Avenue and Campbell Street in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields poses for a picture with fans before the matchup against the Bills at Soldier Field on Dec. 24, 2022.
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Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney walks on the field before playing the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve.
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Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson signs an autograph for a young fan before playing the Arizona Cardinals.
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A person crosses the street in front of Metropolis Performing Arts Centre in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter against the Eagles at Soldier Field on Dec. 18, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up before a game against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs the ball in the second quarter against the Eagles at Soldier Field on Dec. 18, 2022.
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Bears head coach Matt Eberflus talks with Arizona Cardinals head coach before the game.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields signs autographs before playing the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Dec. 24, 2023.
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Children run through the intersection of Vail Avenue and Campbell Street as twin sisters Desi and Tedi Tsvetanska perform on their violas in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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Twin sisters Desi Tchalukov, left, and Tedi Tsvetanska perform on their violas at the corner of Vail Avenue and Campbell Street in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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Bears wide receiver DJ Moore wears a Santa suit while walking to the locker room before playing the Arizona Cardinals on Christmas Eve.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up before playing the Arizona Cardinals.
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Ralph Covert with String Section performs at Hey Nonny on Vail Avenue in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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Dan and Casey Beedon dine at Hey Nonny restaurant and listening room on Vail Avenue in downtown Arlington Heights on Oct. 14, 2021.
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Bears wide receiver DJ Moore wears a Santa hat while walking to the locker room.
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Selso Nunez, of Palatine, dressed in Bears garb, peeks over the gate of Arlington International Racecourse as he looks for a spot to watch the fireworks following a day of races on Sept. 25, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields heads to the locker room after a loss to the Packers at Soldier Field on Dec. 4, 2022.
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Riders wait for a Metra train at the station in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up before the game against the New York Jets on Nov. 27, 2022, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
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Diners eat outside Peggy Kinnane's in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent warms up before the Bears play the Arizona Cardinals.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields rushes away from Falcons players in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Nov. 20, 2022.
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Connor Williams, 9, left, and Jason Williams, 48, of Angola, Ind. sit in the 400-level seats of Soldier Field prior to a game between the Bears and Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on Christmas Eve. The pair will be watching their first in-person NFL game.
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Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent signs autographs before the Bears play the Arizona Cardinals.
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Newsstand owner Dilip Patel in his store inside the Metra station in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021, after the Bears announced they'd entered a purchase agreement for Arlington International Racecourse as a potential new stadium site.
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People in a park at the corner of Vail and Campbell in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields keeps the ball for a rush in the second quarter against the Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Nov. 20, 2022.
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Owner Tim Grodek works the lunch hour at his Peggy Kinnane's restaurant in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021 after the Bears announced they'd entered a purchase agreement for Arlington International Racecourse as a potential new stadium site.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs in a 67-yard touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Nov. 13, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields signs autographs before playing the Arizona Cardinals.
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Customers sit outdoors in the Arlington Alfresco area, enjoying conversation and food, in downtown Arlington Heights, Sept. 29, 2021. The Chicago Bears have signed a purchase agreement for Arlington International Racecourse, the near-century-old facility that likely hosted its final horse race last Saturday.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs in the end zone for a touchdown against the Lions at Soldier Field on Nov. 13, 2022.
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Soldier Field is seen prior to a game between the Bears and Arizona Cardinals on Christmas Eve.
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Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent walks to the locker room.
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Arlington Park International Racecourse in Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021. The Chicago Bears have signed a purchase agreement for Arlington International Racecourse, the near-century-old facility that likely hosted its final horse race last Saturday.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields celebrates his run for a 61-yard touchdown in the third quarter on Nov. 6, 2022, at Soldier Field.
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The Metra train station in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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People mill about in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields takes the field on Nov. 6, 2022, at Soldier Field. The Dolphins defeated the Bears 35-32.
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A Metra train arrives as the station in Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes against the Dolphins in the first quarter on Nov. 6, 2022.
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Bears quarterback Justin Fields runs for a 61-yard touchdown in the third quarter against the Dolphins on Nov. 6, 2022 at Soldier Field.
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People wait for a Metra train in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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A server takes an order for a customer wearing a Chicago Bears shirt, while she and others eat outdoors at Scratchboard Kitchen on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) celebrates with teammate Velus Jones Jr. (12) after Fields scored a rushing touchdown in the first quarter against the New England Patriots, Oct. 24, 2022, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.
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Condos and apartments in downtown Arlington Heights on Sept. 29, 2021.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) heads to the locker room after warming up for a game against the New England Patriots, Oct. 24, 2022, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.