Find out who owns the Chicago Bears, the owner's net worth, source of wealth and ownership history of the club.
The Chicago Bears are a household name in the NFL and are based in Chicago, Illinois. The team was founded in 1919 as the Decatur Staleys before relocating to Chicago in 1921 and was renamed the Chicago Bears.
The Chicago Bears are regarded as one of the NFL’s oldest franchises. The team has won nine championships, including one Super Bowl victory (Super Bowl XX in 1986).
Who owns the Chicago Bears NFL franchise?
The Chicago Bears is currently owned by the Halas/McCaskey family. According to Wikipedia, Pat Ryan owns a large minority of shares in the Chicago Bears.
Club Valuation
The Chicago Bears is currently one of the most valuable teams in the NFL franchise and is valued in the region of $6.4B.
Club Stadium
The Chicago Bears NFL franchise currently plays its home games at the famous Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. The stadium was originally opened in 1924 and is regarded as the oldest stadium in the NFL.
Soldier Field has gone through a series of renovations, with a major upgrade in 2002 which includes modernisation of the facilities while preserving its historic facade.
Soldier Field is one of the largest NFL stadiums, with a seating capacity of around 61,500. It is situated near Lake Michigan and offers stunning views of the Chicago skyline.
Trophies and Achievements
The Chicago Bears are one of the most successful teams in the NFL franchise's history, with over nine league championships, which includes a Super Bowl (XX) in 1985.
The Bears are also successful in other areas. The team has won four conference championships and nineteen divisional championships throughout its history.
Colours
The Chicago Bears feature different colours such as navy blue, orange, and white.