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.

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.

Jan 20, 2025 · Chicago brings in offensive guru to develop Caleb Williams, keep pace in division. The Bears officially hired Ben Johnson as their new head coach on Monday, ushering in a new era in Chicago....

Jan 20, 2025 · When the deal is made official, Johnson will become the 18 th full-time head coach in Bears history, and he’ll be looking to help bring the team back to NFL relevance as he takes the reins in...

Jan 22, 2025 · New Bears coach Ben Johnson made an extremely positive first impression during his introductory press conference Wednesday at Halas Hall. Leaving no doubt he can command a room, the former Lions offensive coordinator came across as intelligent, authentic, genuine, confident, motivated and direct.

Jan 20, 2025 · The Bears are finalizing a deal to hire Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their new head coach, according to Priority Sports, the agency that represents Johnson.

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 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 ...