Coach Ben Johnson was elated after GM Ryan Poles and the Bears strengthened their roster in the NFL Draft with intense competitors who are consumed by football.

General manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson address the media following the 2026 NFL Draft.

Ben Johnson did not grow up dreaming about becoming an NFL head coach, but as he enters his second season in that role with the Bears, it's clear that he has found his calling.

Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer sit down with Bears chairman George H. McCaskey, President & CEO Kevin Warren and head coach Ben Johnson for exclusive interviews at the NFL owners meetings.

Head coach Ben Johnson catches up with Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on Bears, etc. at the NFL owners meetings in Phoenix.

Instead of celebrating what the Bears offense accomplished during a magical 2025 season, coach Ben Johnson is focused on improving key aspects of the unit.

At the NFL owners meetings in Arizona, Bears coach Ben Johnson spoke about a player he wants to get the ball to "as often as we possibly can," another he views as a perfect replacement for a retired Pro Bowler and a tone-setter on defense.

Jasmine Baker sits down with Ben Johnson at the NFL Combine to reflect on his first season as Bears coach.

Bears coach Ben Johnson watched Caleb Williams make huge strides during their first year together and expects the quarterback to continue to ascend in 2026.

After losing two key assistants from a potent offense that powered the Bears to the NFC North championship in 2025, coach Ben Johnson is more than confident in their replacements.

As the Bears look to take the next step after capturing the NFC North and winning a playoff game in 2025, GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson won't allow complacency to seep into Halas Hall.

General manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson meet with local Chicago media on Tuesday at the 2026 NFL Combine.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media Tuesday from the 2026 NFL Combine.

After leading the Bears to an 11-6 mark, their first division crown since 2018 and their first postseason victory since 2010, Ben Johnson has been named one of five finalists for the Associated Press NFL Coach of the Year Award.

While the physicality and poise the Bears displayed in winning the 2025 NFC North title can carry over, coach Ben Johnson believes that the team must start from scratch in 2026.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media Wednesday at Halas Hall.

Though disappointed following their overtime playoff loss to the Rams, Bears players feel that the team has an extremely bright future due to the presence of coach Ben Johnson and franchise quarterback Caleb Williams.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media after the Bears' overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams Sunday at Soldier Field.

For the first time in his life, country singer Chase Rice has become invested in an NFL team — turning into a diehard Bears fan this season in support of Ben Johnson, his longtime friend and former football teammate.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media Friday at Halas Hall.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media Wednesday at Halas Hall.

Head coach Ben Johnson joins Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on Bears, etc. to recap Saturday's Wild Card win over the Packers and preview Sunday's Divisional Round matchup against the Rams.

After watching tape of Saturday night's 31-27 playoff win over the Packers, Bears coach Ben Johnson on Monday discussed five things that stood out to him in the game.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media Monday at Halas Hall.