Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears

The advantage Ben Johnson has with Bears that Matt Eberflus lacked
Dennis Allen caps off a stronger support system for the new Bears head coach than former head coach Matt Eberflus ever had with the team.
Bears coordinators start work under coach Ben Johnson trying to revitalize a 5-12 team
The coordinators hired by Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson enter their new jobs with vastly different amounts of coaching experience. Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen has had two stints as an NFL head coach while new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle is the youngest coordinator in the league.
Dennis Allen vows to attack on defense — and support Bears head coach Ben Johnson
The reason: he was Johnson once. Allen, the Bears ’ new defensive coordinator, was a 39-year-old first-time head coach when the Raiders started their 2012 regular season. Johnson will be 39 when the Bears play their first game with him as their head coach.
How the Bears’ new coordinators plan to work with Ben Johnson: 5 takeaways
“Just facing the offense, the creativity of the offense, the way that he’s able to utilize all of his assets and get them in the best position to have success, I was always really intrigued with how he was able to do that,” Allen said.
What is Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson inheriting on offense? A breakdown of the best — and worst — of 2024.
As Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson builds his staff and evaluates the roster, we look at positives, issues and questions with the current state of the offense.
Will New Bears’ OC Declan Doyle Prove To Be Ben Johnson, 2.0?
Between them, Ben Johnson and Declan Doyle aren't as old as Pete Carroll. But Johnson identified the 28-year-old Doyle as the guy he wants supervising the Bears' offense.
Ben Johnson and the Bears: 5 lingering questions about the hire and what’s next
Johnson has passed several tests already, but there are still questions about how it will all work out for the Bears' new coach.
Bears set to add ex-Jaguars OC to Ben Johnson's staff
Ben Johnson went out and got another experienced veteran coach to add to his staff with the Bears next season.
Bears Bring in Ex-AFC Offensive Coordinator to Join Brain Trust Under Ben Johnson
Taylor will work under Ben Johnson, the Bears' new head coach, and Declan Doyle, their new offensive coordinator. The Norman, Okla. native and brother of Cincinnati Bengals coach Zac Taylor won a Super Bowl in 2017 as an assistant quarterbacks coach for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Bears officially announce Ben Johnson as new head coach
CHICAGO (CBS Sports) -- The Chicago Bears on Monday were finalizing a deal with Ben Johnson as their new head coach, according to several national NFL reporters. Since 2022, Johnson has served as offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions. He served in various positions on the coaching staff for three years before that.
Declan Doyle reveals plan to support Ben Johnson as Chicago Bears offensive coordinator
The Chicago Bears shocked fans by hiring 28-year-old Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator, and now we know exactly how he'll work with Ben Johnson.
Bears 7-round 2025 mock draft: Chicago loads up on offense for Ben Johnson
Johnson is a home-run hire for the Bears, but general manager Ryan Poles has plenty of work to do with this roster, between ...
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Hightower thrilled to remain with Bears, work with Johnson
When he spoke to Ben Johnson about the possibility of being retained as special teams coordinator, Richard Hightower couldn’t have been more impressed with the new Bears coach.
Why Trey Smith to Chicago Bears looks like anything but a lock
Reports of apparent obstacles to the Bears acquiring Trey Smith are valid and potentially could mean they need to look elsewhere for line help.
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 ...
NFL Fans Upset With Ben Johnson After Eye-Catching Revelation
The Chicago Bears enter a new era after signing former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to take over the ...