Ben Johnson, the newly appointed head coach of the Chicago Bears, is already setting the stage for a fresh start in the locker room. During his introduction, Johnson emphasized that while he brings valuable experience from his time as offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, the Bears will forge their own path under his leadership. “It’s going to be the Chicago way from here on out,” Johnson said in a recent interview, noting his focus on building a resilient, gritty culture within the team. His vision for the Bears includes a mindset of adversity and next-man-up mentality—one he plans to implement throughout training camp and beyond.
Johnson, who rose through the ranks from a graduate assistant at Boston College to an NFL offensive coordinator, aims to shape the Bears into a team defined by character and hard work. While he’s not focused on wins or losses for his first season, the emphasis will be on creating a foundation of respect and trust within the locker room. With a $13 million-per-year contract making him one of the highest-paid coaches in the NFL, Johnson’s leadership will be put to the test as he brings his experience from Detroit to Chicago.
Ben Johnson Aims to Bring Lions’ Winning Formula to Bears’ Locker Room
