Many Chicago Bears fans do not have high opinions of George McCaskey's tenure as the chairman. Even after the exciting 2025 season, the fans' opinion of him probably has not changed much.
But this spring, two major issues are forcing him into the spotlight: the NFL’s controversial decision to deny the Bears a compensatory pick after Ian Cunningham’s hiring, and the franchise’s looming choice between staying in Illinois or relocating to Northwest Indiana.
Both situations carry enormous implications for how McCaskey is perceived — not just by Bears fans, but by fellow NFL owners who will be watching closely at the annual league meetings.