The Big Ten is now in need of a new commissioner.
Kevin Warren, who took over for Jim Delany in 2020, is leaving to become the President and CEO of the Chicago Bears.
Here’s the full announcement from the Bears:
The Bears on Thursday named Kevin Warren as their new team President and CEO.
Warren, 59, boasts 21 years of experience as an NFL executive with the St. Louis Rams (1997-2000), Detroit Lions (2001-03) and Minnesota Vikings (2005-19) and most recently served as Commissioner of the Big Ten Conference (2020-23).
Warren replaces Ted Phillips, who is retiring after 40 seasons with the Bears, including the last 23 as President and CEO.