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Elite wide receiver emerges in NFL trade market for Ben Johnson and Chicago Bears' offense
The Chicago Bears need a No. 3 wide receiver to replace Keenan Allen in 2025, and the perfect candidate just became available for trade.
Ex-Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson named 2024 AP NFL Assistant Coach of the Year
Ben Johnson’s final season as Detroit Lions offensive coordinator not only landed him a head-coaching opportunity, it garnered end-of-year accolades. Johnson was named the 2024 AP NFL Assistant Coach of the Year on Thursday at NFL Honors in New Orleans.
Ben Johnson wins Assistant Coach of the Year; Detroit Lions face 'transition' with new OC
Ben Johnson won NFL Assistant Coach of the Year honors Thursday, while ex-Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn finished third in the voting.
Bears on SI 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Chicago builds around Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams
In our first Bears on SI Staff NFL Mock Draft, the Chicago Bears remain focused on building around Caleb Williams as in the 2025 NFL Draft.
How they voted: Ben Johnson wins AP assistant coach of the year
Former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson won the AP assistant coach of the year award with 29 first-place votes.
Grading every 2025 NFL coaching hire: Bears get high marks for Ben Johnson, Cowboys barely pass muster
Analyzing decisions made by NFL teams is inherently an exercise in asking to be cold takes roasted down the road. Whether it's preseason picks, week-to-week selections, draft grades or commentary on coaching hires,
Rome Odunze shares hopes for Ben Johnson as Bears new head coach
Chicago Bears star player Rome Odunze talks his excitement ahead of next season. He also talks about his partnership with Sharpie.
Chicago Bears' Ben Johnson Named NFL's Assistant Coach Of The Year
Chicago Bears newly hired coach Ben Johnson received the 2024 Assistant Coach of the Year award at the NFL Honors ceremony for his efforts as the Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator this past season.
Bears Rome Odunze wants to make surprising position change for head coach Ben Johnson
The Chicago Bears's young receiver star explained why he wants to practice a different position now that the team has a new head coach.
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson has a new rival
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has solidified himself as one of the best play-callers in the NFL. Johnson led the Lions to a top-five offense the past two seasons and completely turned quarterback Jared Goff’s career around.
Andy Reid names Bears' Ben Johnson one of biggest play-calling rivals
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid is preparing for his fifth Super Bowl since 2019, and he continues to separate ...
The Latest: Ben Johnson is NFL Assistant Coach of the Year
The NFL Honors red carpet is open ahead of the AP awards show that will announced the league's MVP among other awards.
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell gets real on impending matchups with Ben Johnson, Bears
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell knows that the NFC North have will their hands full with new Bears head coach Ben Johnson ...
How Ben Johnson will make Bears better
Allen has been a brilliant defensive mind in the past, and the Bears are hoping that it continues in Chicago. With Johnson mostly focusing on calling plays, having great chemistry with Allen will be ...
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NFL coaching hires: How Ben Johnson to Bears impacts Raiders, Mike McCarthy, more
That changed when the Washington Commanders eliminated the Detroit Lions from the 2025 NFL playoffs on Saturday. The upset made Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, two of the top coaching candidates on ...
NFL rumors: Bears GM Ryan Poles' contract details emerge after Ben Johnson hire
Details have emerged about Bears GM Ryan Poles' contract with the team after Chicago hired Ben Johnson as head coach.