Bears coordinators start work under coach Ben Johnson trying to revitalize a 5-12 team
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bears coordinators start work under coach Ben Johnson trying to revitalize a 5-12 team

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The coordinators hired by Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson enter their new jobs with vastly different amounts of coaching experience. “I just think he’s a really good, bright, young coach that has a really good future in front of him.” Doyle came to the Bears as the former Broncos tight ends coach and has served under Denver coach Sean Payton five years, including three with the Saints. “But his second act, his ability to escape the pocket, his ability to create is a special thing and it’s something that I got to see with Bo in Denver last year,” Doyle said. “That ability to evade and put pressure on a defense and kind of be the eraser of game-planning mistakes, I think that’s really exciting about him.” Experience is definitely not a concern for the Bears with their defensive coordinator after Allen was the Saints head coach from 2022-24 and Raiders coach from 2012-14, as well as an NFL defensive coordinator for eight years. And I think, look, when Ben asked me if I would be interested, there were a couple of places that I felt like had the pieces in place to potentially be a really good football team, and Chicago was obviously one of them.” The defense led a Bears turnaround late in 2023, but they couldn’t sustain it as the offense faltered in a 5-12 finish in 2024.

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Bears coach Johnson and GM Poles are excited about moves to upgrade offensive and defensive lines
1 week, 3 days ago

Bears coach Johnson and GM Poles are excited about moves to upgrade offensive and defensive lines

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST., Ill. — Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles sought to overhaul their team on both sides of the line of scrimmage in free agency and the NFL draft. “Yeah, we want some tough, some gritty, some dirty individuals and we feel pretty good about the two guys we got,” Johnson said. “We got a …

Bears hire Dennis Allen, Declan Doyle as coordinators under new coach Ben Johnson
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bears hire Dennis Allen, Declan Doyle as coordinators under new coach Ben Johnson

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Jeff Howe, Kevin Fishbain and Jelani Scott The Chicago Bears have found their new coordinators under first-year head coach Ben Johnson, the team announced Tuesday. The Bears are bringing in former New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen as defensive coordinator. Allen, 52, was widely believed to be the favorite to join Johnson in Chicago on the …

Ben Johnson simply couldn’t pass on chance to coach Bears and help Caleb Williams develop
2 months ago

Ben Johnson simply couldn’t pass on chance to coach Bears and help Caleb Williams develop

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Ben Johnson saw a “loaded” roster with a potential franchise quarterback in Caleb Williams and couldn’t pass on the opportunity he has with the Chicago Bears. “I’ve always admired what this place could be because I’ve faced them twice a year over the last six years and I’ve really felt like it’s close to going over …

Ben Johnson ready to build Bears offense around Caleb Williams: ‘He is a phenomenal talent’
2 months ago

Ben Johnson ready to build Bears offense around Caleb Williams: ‘He is a phenomenal talent’

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams walked into Halas Hall dressed, in his words, like he was in the movie “The Matrix.” This wasn’t an illusion. “Holding me accountable and us being on the same wavelength.” GO DEEPER How new Bears coach Ben Johnson 'created a monster' of an offense from many influences Said general manager Ryan …

With Aaron Glenn going to the Jets, 4 head coaching vacancies remain
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2 months ago

With Aaron Glenn going to the Jets, 4 head coaching vacancies remain

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Aaron Glenn is joining Ben Johnson on the move to a head coaching position. With Glenn going to New York, Johnson heading to Chicago and Mike Vrabel already in New England, four head coaching vacancies remain. Las Vegas Raiders Antonio Pierce and general manager Tom Telesco were fired after one season, opening a path for new minority owner Tom Brady …

Ben Johnson agrees to become Bears head coach
2 months ago

Ben Johnson agrees to become Bears head coach

Associated Press  

Ben Johnson helped Jared Goff establish himself as one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks. “Having been on the opposing sideline, I can attest to how passionate Bears fans are about this city and their team, and I am honored to be their head coach,” Johnson said in a statement. “Throughout our search process, I was thoroughly impressed by Ben’s character, …

Bears got it right with Ben Johnson, bringing hope to Chicago at pivotal time
2 months ago

Bears got it right with Ben Johnson, bringing hope to Chicago at pivotal time

New York Times  

Hire the assistant coach who just lost a playoff game where his team was a 9 1/2-point home favorite. We don’t know whether Ben Johnson is going to lead the Bears to the playoffs, let alone the Super Bowl, but at this pivotal moment for the consistently embattled charter franchise, he feels like the right guy for a very big …

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach
2 months ago

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears have hired Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach, the team announced Tuesday, landing arguably the most highly coveted head-coaching candidate in the NFL as they aim to stop a four-year playoff drought. Chicago is turning to Johnson, one of the league’s fastest-rising offensive coaches, in hopes that pairing him with quarterback Caleb Williams …

Bears interview Cardinals’ Petzing and Dolphins’ Weaver for head coaching job
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2 months, 1 week ago

Bears interview Cardinals’ Petzing and Dolphins’ Weaver for head coaching job

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The Chicago Bears interviewed Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver for their head coaching job on Thursday. The Bears interviewed former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel on Wednesday. Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson figures to be at the top of the Bears’ wish list. Former Seattle coach Pete Carroll, Lions defensive coordinator Aaron …

The Bears turn attention to their coaching search after finishing 5-12
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The Bears turn attention to their coaching search after finishing 5-12

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams figured the reality that his rookie season is over would hit once his car was loaded and he was headed home. Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson figures to be at the top of the Bears’ wish list. Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel …

Caleb Williams puts in good word for Kliff Kingsbury, says Bears’ next coach must challenge team
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Caleb Williams puts in good word for Kliff Kingsbury, says Bears’ next coach must challenge team

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears figure to kick their coaching search into another gear after their season finale at Green Bay on Sunday. Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury was a senior offensive analyst at Southern California in 2023, when Caleb Williams was in his second and final season with the Trojans after spending a year at Oklahoma. …

Hiring Ben Johnson seems like the obvious move, but can the Bears actually land him?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Hiring Ben Johnson seems like the obvious move, but can the Bears actually land him?

New York Times  

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson saw what the Green Bay Packers did against the Chicago Bears — and he liked it. “We were just like, ‘Let’s just pretend we’re falling or pretend I’m fumbling, but I’m holding on to the ball,’” Goff explained Sunday after the Lions trounced the Bears 34-17 at Soldier Field. You don’t see really stuff …

Coaching change can’t cover up the truth: The Bears are a mess
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Coaching change can’t cover up the truth: The Bears are a mess

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Name it — anything, really — and the Chicago Bears probably need it. And they might need a new general manager and team president, too, if losses like the San Francisco 49ers’ 38-13 spanking of the Bears at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday develop into a damning trend as the rest of the season plays out. The …

Bears interim coach Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on task at hand and not what his future holds
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears interim coach Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on task at hand and not what his future holds

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on the job at hand and not the one he might have down the line. He spent last season as Carolina’s offensive coordinator and the previous three on Sean McVay’s staff with the Los Angeles Rams — the final two as assistant head coach. “I think it is a stepping stone …

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Matt Eberflus’ firing by the Chicago Bears on Friday after the botched finish in a 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions only slightly impacts the team’s most important goal this season. Offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has been key in Williams’ improvement and now Brown is the interim head coach besides being the play caller. “Me and …

Football, fatherhood and new opportunities: Get to know new Bears OC Thomas Brown
4 months, 1 week ago

Football, fatherhood and new opportunities: Get to know new Bears OC Thomas Brown

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Thomas Brown was out on the road on a recruiting trip with Georgia head coach Kirby Smart in 2016 when he received an unexpected call from Mark Richt. “You’re going to suck at times, you’re going to lose games at times — you might lose a game because of you,” Brown said. “That’s the biggest impact …

Bears fire OC Shane Waldron, Thomas Brown to call plays
4 months, 1 week ago

Bears fire OC Shane Waldron, Thomas Brown to call plays

New York Times  

By Kevin Fishbain, Adam Jahns and Amos Morale III The Chicago Bears have made a change at offensive coordinator. I would like to thank Shane for his efforts and wish him the best moving forward.” GO DEEPER Bears' Matt Eberflus evaluating offensive play caller change The Bears’ recent offensive struggles followed strong play from the unit leading up to the …

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says
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4 months, 1 week ago

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in the wake of another dismal outing, coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. “All those adjustments and changes and things that we’re gonna do — we’re still in the evaluation phase of that.” Eberflus vowed to make changes following a 19-3 face-plant against the New …

Commanders finalize their coaching staff, hire ex-Eagles OC Brian Johnson as pass game coordinator
1 year, 1 month ago

Commanders finalize their coaching staff, hire ex-Eagles OC Brian Johnson as pass game coordinator

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ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders finalized their coaching staff Thursday, hiring former Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Brian Johnson and several others. Also working under offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury are tight ends coach David Raih, who came from Tampa Bay, and David Blough, a QB who was on Detroit’s practice squad last season. I think whoever the quarterback is, he’ll …

Commanders GM Adam Peters’ to-do list: Hiring a head coach is just a start
1 year, 2 months ago

Commanders GM Adam Peters’ to-do list: Hiring a head coach is just a start

New York Times  

New general manager Adam Peters immediately jumped into the Washington Commanders’ head-coaching search following his official hiring. Here’s a look at 10 matters Peters and the organization must tackle this offseason: Hire a head coach Washington has completed virtual interviews with the seven candidates it sought meetings with, in addition to scheduling second in-person interviews with at least Dallas Cowboys …

Nguyen: Why defensive candidates could ace out offensive for NFL head-coach openings
1 year, 2 months ago

Nguyen: Why defensive candidates could ace out offensive for NFL head-coach openings

New York Times  

One thing’s been clear in the past five years when NFL teams have hired head coaches: Offense has been the desired side of the ball. In the Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia’s article 10 Rules for Hiring a Head Coach, one rule is prioritizing offensive efficiency because in the past 10 years, 35 of the 40 teams that participated in their conference …

Ben Johnson found success as Lions offensive coordinator. Is a head coach job next?
2 years, 2 months ago

Ben Johnson found success as Lions offensive coordinator. Is a head coach job next?

New York Times  

The story of Ben Johnson’s meteoric rise begins in North Carolina. During the 2015 season, shortly after head coach Joe Philbin was fired, a certain interim head coach named Dan Campbell — then Miami’s tight ends coach — promoted the 29-year-old Johnson and tasked him with leading his former position group. When former Lions offensive coordinator Anthony Lynn was demoted …

Inside Bears camp: Velus Jones Jr.’s catch, Alan Williams’ evolution and O-line updates
2 years, 7 months ago

Inside Bears camp: Velus Jones Jr.’s catch, Alan Williams’ evolution and O-line updates

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — It wasn’t “Big Play Saturday” at Halas Hall for the Bears offense. “I’d hope right now that I’m a little more mature, that I handle situations — adversity — a little bit better,” he said. He’s around the football, and when he is, he turns it over., you saw the first play — tipped ball, and …

Bears hire Colts’ Williams to be their defensive coordinator
3 years, 1 month ago

Bears hire Colts’ Williams to be their defensive coordinator

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears hired Alan Williams as defensive coordinator under new coach Matt Eberflus on Wednesday. Williams spent the past four seasons as the Colts’ safeties coach while Eberflus was their defensive coordinator. Borgonzi is going to coach the team’s linebackers, and Morgan is the new offensive line coach. The Bears also brought in Philadelphia Eagles executive Ian …

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator
3 years, 1 month ago

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears hired Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator on Sunday, raiding the staff of rival Green Bay to find the assistant they feel is best suited to install a successful scheme for Justin Fields. Since Getsy moved into his previous role at the start of the 2020 season, Rodgers has 24 games with multiple touchdown …

Bears interview Pederson, Cook for coach, GM positions
3 years, 2 months ago

Bears interview Pederson, Cook for coach, GM positions

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed former Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson and Cleveland Browns executive Glenn Cook for their vacant coach and general manager jobs Wednesday. The positions opened Monday when the Bears fired former coach Matt Nagy and general manager Ryan Pace on the heels of a 6-11 season. He was the Browns’ assistant director of …

Former Bears special-teamers rave about Chris Tabor's return to Chicago
7 years, 2 months ago

Former Bears special-teamers rave about Chris Tabor's return to Chicago

New York Times  

Since 2011, the Browns have had five general managers and four head coaches, but only one special teams coordinator: Chris Tabor. Tabor will be coming back in that role to Chicago, where he was the Bears’ assistant special teams coach under Dave Toub from 2008-2010, to be Matt Nagy’s special teams coordinator. Some coaches have that, some don’t, and Chris …

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