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With the Detroit Lions facing the Chicago Bears and head coach Ben Johnson, it will be a reunion of sorts for Dan Campbell, leading his team into somewhat familiar territory. While fans lock in their predictions for the Lions and Bears matchup, Campbell speaks on facing the NFC North rival and the tricks that could […]

It was a rough opening to the 2025 NFL season for the Chicago Bears, who lost on Monday night at home to the divisional rival Minnesota Vikings despite being the better team for the majority of the game. The loss marked the beginning of the Ben Johnson era, which didn’t get off to the great […]

The Chicago Bears are once again at the center of attention as Ben Johnson’s late-game decision in the matchup against the Vikings backfired. Meanwhile, Peyton Manning used his ManningCast platform to break down the controversial call. As a result, his sharp analysis immediately put the Bears-Ben Johnson partnership under the spotlight. Overall, the Vikings-Bears clash […]

Optimism was sky high for the Chicago Bears after they drafted Caleb Williams first overall in 2024, but the USC product’s rookie year was marred by narrow defeats and heartbreaking choke jobs. The team got even better during the 2025 offseason by loading up on offensive-line talent, pass-catching weapons, and a play-calling genius in new […]

The Chicago Bears’ season opener on Monday brought on the heartbreak. A season with supposed promise got off with much of the same old same old. They not only lost to the Minnesota Vikings 27-24, but there were glaring reasons for concern for what could lie ahead. Most notably, the performance of kicker Cairo Santos. […]

The Chicago Bears collapsed in a stunning defeat to the Vikings, and it came down to a single miscalculation that changed everything. After scoring a touchdown to cut the deficit to 27-24, Bears head coach Ben Johnson revealed that the plan was simple. The kickoff was supposed to sail out of the end zone. However, […]

After the Chicago Bears’ collapse in their loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night, 27-24, the focus has now shifted to the leadership of new head coach Ben Johnson. As fans look for who to blame for the Bears’ loss to the Vikings, the one aspect that the community can agree on is that […]

The Ben Johnson era in Windy City began with a loud thud. The Chicago Bears had control of Monday night’s game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field, but floundered when it mattered the most, resulting in an embarrassing 27-24 loss at the hands of JJ McCarthy and company. Johnson, who has been hired by […]

The Chicago Bears and Ben Johnson suffered a crushing Week 1 loss to the Vikings, and ESPN wasted no time piling on with a brutal troll. After the Bears blew a double-digit lead on Monday Night Football, ESPN posted an edited image from the hit show “The Bear,” mocking the team’s late-game meltdown. YES CHEF […]

The Chicago Bears suffered a brutal loss to the Minnesota Vikings in the season opener. J.J. McCarthy led a wild fourth-quarter comeback to ruin Ben Johnson’s head coaching debut. The Bears hired Johnson this offseason with the expectation that he would elevate Caleb Williams’ game. But according to the second-year quarterback, it’s still a work […]

The Chicago Bears jumped out to an early lead in their season opener against the Minnesota Vikings. The Ben Johnson era got underway as Caleb Williams scored the first rushing touchdown of his career. Chicago appeared to be in control of the game with a 17-6 lead in the fourth quarter. And then it all […]

Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season will feature a matchup between Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions and Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears. Campbell and Johnson were colleagues from 2022 to 2024, elevating the Lions into playoff contenders overnight. With Campbell as the head coach and Johnson as the offensive coordinator, they led the franchise to their […]

The Chicago Bears have a new quarterback to prepare for in JJ McCarthy. Who makes his official NFL debut for the Minnesota Vikings after losing his 2024 season. But Chicago won’t have top cornerback Jaylon Johnson. The All-Pro defender is officially ruled out ahead of the Monday Night Football opener. Fox NFL insider Jordan Schultz […]

Ben Johnson will make his head coaching debut when the Chicago Bears host the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football. Fans anticipate a much improved offense in Johnson’s first year at the helm. But defense could be an issue in the season opener as the status of both Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon remains unclear. […]

It wasn’t a great opener for the Detroit Lions. And they had a running back set an unfortunate record. Therefore, is it time for the Lions to panic after a dreadful Week 1 without Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn? The Lions lost their offensive coordinator, Johnson, in the offseason as he became head coach of […]

The Detroit Lions struggled much throughout the Week 1 matchup against the Green Bay Packers after losing the contest 27-13. Detroit wasn’t even able to record a touchdown until the fourth quarter, which isn’t something we’re accustomed to with this team. The offensive performance was so bad that Detroit accomplished a less-than-desirable feat not seen […]

The Chicago Bears received more hype than they deserved last season, by myself included, but they still woefully underachieved. Forget the playoffs. At minimum, this franchise was supposed to march toward a promising direction. While there were some positive aspects, the 2024-25 NFL season was mostly characterized by coaching incompetence, a porous offensive line and […]

The Chicago Bears kick off Week 1 with a divisional matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. Expectations are high with Ben Johnson stepping in as head coach, and Caleb Williams entering his second season in the league. However, there are some concerns on the defensive side of the ball, as Jaylon Johnson’s injury status is still […]

The beginning of the Ben Johnson era in Chicago is almost here. Chicago opens the regular season against Minnesota on Monday Night Football. The Bears may finally be ready to unleash their new-look offense against the Vikings in front of a national audience. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler hinted at what the team’s offense could look like […]

The Chicago Bears have received plenty of hype ahead of the 2025 NFL season. Chicago was labeled the league’s most improved team back in March, and it is easy to understand why. They added a great head coach in Ben Johnson and overhauled their offensive line. But Johnson’s new no-nonsense culture could be the biggest […]

The hopes for the Chicago Bears are riding on the shoulders of Caleb Williams. He understands full well the pressure he’s under, going as far as yelling to himself in the car to get psyched up.  As the Bears prepare for their start to the season following Monday against the Minnesota Vikings, questions arise. They […]

Ben Johnson is here to change the Chicago Bears’ culture. Long considered one of the most downtrodden franchises in the NFL, the Johnson hiring is expected to bring forth a new air around the team. The hope is that the former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator brings some of his magic from Mo-Town to the Windy […]

Caleb Williams is going the extra mile to excel in new Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s offense. Johnson, who was hired by the Bears in January after three highly successful seasons as the Detroit Lions’ offensive coordinator, has been tasked with tutoring Williams, the 2024 No. 1 overall selection. Williams, despite being the consensus […]

The Chicago Bears revamped their roster ahead of last season, drafting Caleb Williams first overall and pairing him with wideout Rome Odunze. It didn’t translate into wins, as the team finished 5-12, but expectations are much higher in 2025 with Ben Johnson now at the helm. After turning Detroit into one of the NFL’s most […]

The Chicago Bears had a bit of a rough end to their preseason schedule. For their final game against the Kansas City Chiefs, new head coach Ben Johnson had his offensive starters start for the first few drives. Instead of an easy stomp against the KC backups, Caleb Williams and the offense struggled a bit […]

Amid a 38-0 shutout victory agianst the Buffalo Bills, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson got a taste of what how the crowd at Chicago Bears stadium reacts when they don’t like what they’re seeing, even in a preseason game. It’s a different environment for Johnson and his players. Wide receivers DJ Moore and Rome […]

The Chicago Bears are about to enter a new era under head coach Ben Johnson. Chicago has big expectations for Johnson’s first season, especially after overhauling the roster this offseason. It appears that Johnson is already winning over the locker room. Bears receivers DJ Moore and Rome Odunze spoke with Kay Adams on Wednesday ahead […]

The Detroit Lions were not happy to lose former OC Ben Johnson this offseason. Johnson left Detroit to join Chicago as their next head coach, a move he had put off for a few years now. He had positive things to say about the Lions just weeks before the regular season. Bears head coach Ben […]

The Chicago Bears acquired the biggest name in the head coaching pool this offseason. Ben Johnson, the former offensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions, decided to sign on with Chicago as their new head coach. The architect of one of the most efficient and creative offenses in the NFL, many are expecting to see that […]

The Chicago Bears played a good game against the Buffalo Bills in their preseason matchup, and nobody should be more pleased than head coach Ben Johnson. Caleb Williams and the offense played for one series, and they scored a touchdown, giving fans a sense of excitement and the need to see more. Johnson was a […]

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson confirmed Tuesday that his starters will take the field in Chicago’s preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Appearing on FanDuel TV’s Up and Adams with Kay Adams, Johnson said he wants his top players to get another chance to prepare before Week 1. “We’ll go […]

There’s no rest for Caleb Williams during the NFL Preseason. Ben Johnson is throwing him out there for the Chicago Bears, all to see if he can handle his offensive scheme. Now an NFL scout delivered a rave review about the second-year quarterback. Williams enters a much scrutinized second league season. The 2024 first overall […]

Week 2 of the NFL’s preseason is wrapping up. The real thing, when wins and losses count and when starters won’t be resting, is just around the corner. The league is more stacked with star talent than ever before, and tons of stud footballers will be looking to win major NFL awards this year. So, […]

After an explosive showcase for Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams against the Buffalo Bills in the 38-0 win in the preseason on Sunday, there are many pointing to the offensive mind of head coach Ben Johnson being the catalyst. While Johnson will tout the Bears’ star in Williams after the Bills win, the head coach […]

The Chicago Bears have big expectations for the 2025 NFL season. Chicago was hailed as the NFL’s most improved team this offseason after hiring Ben Johnson and rebuilding the team’s offensive line. The Bears gave their fans reason for optimism on Sunday when they destroyed the Bills 38-0 in their second preseason game. Bears head […]

The Chicago Bears are dealing with an early injury pileup in the secondary. Already rolling without Jaylon Johnson. They’ve now lost another cornerback — this time to an apparent non-contact injury against the Buffalo Bills. Terell Smith left the NFL Preseason contest early against the AFC East contender. NFL insider Ari Meirov revealed why via […]

The Chicago Bears are taking on the Buffalo Bills this Sunday. They are also facing off in training camp, and head coach Ben Johnson is hoping he can figure out his left tackle position by the end of the weekend. In a recent Bleacher Nation article, he explains the clarity he wants on the left […]

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson had quite the day. For one, he expressed pleasure in the growth of his quarterback, Caleb Williams, during this preseason.  Plus, he got a special visit on Thursday at practice from Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill. Presumably, both exchanged words of encouragement.  Coach Blashill🤝Coach Johnson pic.twitter.com/jr68x7Cr7A — Chicago Blackhawks […]

With Caleb Williams looking to start in the Bears’ second preseason game, it will be the first game-like experience for the fans to witness the hopeful improvement in the star quarterback. While there have been concerns from the football world about the Bears’ signal-caller, head coach Ben Johnson would share that he’s been most impressed […]