Ben Johnson was named head coach of the Chicago Bears on Jan. 21, 2025. Johnson is the 18th full-time head coach in the franchise's 106-year history, arriving in Chicago after leading one of the NFL's most prolific offenses with the Detroit Lions.

Benjamin David Johnson (born May 11, 1986) is an American professional football coach who is the head coach for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). His NFL coaching career began as an assistant with the Miami Dolphins in 2012, coaching quarterbacks, tight ends, and wide receivers. Johnson later joined the Detroit Lions in 2019, rising to offensive …

Jan 21, 2025 · Johnson finalized an agreement to become Chicago’s head coach, the Bears announced on Tuesday. “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.

Jan 21, 2025 · The Bears on Tuesday announced that the charter franchise has named Ben Johnson as head coach. "A proven leader with winning pedigree and a mind toward innovation, we are excited to welcome Ben and his family to Chicago as our head coach," said general manager Ryan Poles. "Throughout our search ...

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — 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. His first head coaching job is a big one.

2 days ago · The resilience of Ben Johnson’s hometown of Asheville, N.C., is reflected in his rise through the NFL ranks to become head coach of the Chicago Bears at 38.

Jan 20, 2025 · Johnson, Detroit's innovative OC for the past three seasons, will succeed Matt Eberflus, who was fired midway through a 5-12 2024 season for Chicago. The Bears officially announced the deal on...

Jan 22, 2025 · Johnson will reportedly be at Halas Hall on Tuesday to sign his contract and officially become the new head coach of the Bears. He is already said to be assembling a star-studded staff, with...

Jan 22, 2025 · Ben Johnson was introduced as the Chicago Bears' new head coach on Wednesday, and the former Detroit Lions OC told reporters that QB Caleb Williams "played a large component into my decision."

Jan 20, 2025 · The Chicago Bears are hiring Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their new head coach, reports NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Johnson has been credited with helping revive ...