In an unexpected and unprecedented power move, the Chicago Bears have sold a 10% ownership stake in the franchise to none other than Bears Hall of Fame linebacker Mike Singletary and billionaire investor Marc Lasry. This historic deal was officially confirmed this afternoon by the Bears front office, signaling a major shift in the business and cultural direction of one of the NFL’s most iconic teams.
The purchase is the latest twist in a summer full of surprising headlines surrounding the Bears organization. The decision to part with a minority stake was made by the McCaskey family, long-time owners of the Bears, and is believed to be part of a broader strategy to bring in new leadership voices with deep football credibility and major financial backing.
Mike Singletary’s name being attached to the deal has electrified the Chicago sports landscape. Known for his fierce leadership and legendary tenure as a linebacker with the 1985 Super Bowl team, Singletary now returns to the franchise with more than symbolic authority—he is now an owner. This deal marks one of the few times in NFL history that a former player has become a partial team owner, especially with the team he made his name with.
The other half of this ownership duo, Marc Lasry, is a name well known in the sports and finance world. The co-founder of Avenue Capital Group and former co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks, Lasry brings decades of experience in high-stakes investments and professional sports management. His presence adds a layer of business acumen that will be vital as the Bears navigate ongoing talks around a new stadium and franchise modernization.
According to sources close to the deal, Singletary and Lasry will both play active roles in organizational strategy. While Lasry will primarily focus on the business and financial operations of the team, Singletary is expected to have hands-on involvement with football operations and player culture—a rare arrangement that blends boardroom authority with locker room credibility.
In a statement released by the team, the new ownership group expressed optimism about the future. “We are honored to be part of the legacy of the Chicago Bears and deeply committed to ensuring that this team not only honors its great history but builds a future worthy of it,” said Lasry. Singletary added, “I’ve always said that once a Bear, always a Bear. But now, I don’t just wear the jersey—I wear the responsibility.”
The NFL has reportedly approved the sale without issue, recognizing it as a powerful example of player empowerment and modern sports ownership evolution. Fans are already reacting strongly online, with excitement flooding social media platforms and season ticket inquiries spiking within hours of the announcement.
This move cements Mike Singletary as not only a Bears legend, but now a key figure in shaping the future of the franchise from within. With Singletary and Lasry now holding part of the reins, the Chicago Bears are officially under new energy, new focus, and perhaps, new destiny.