Benjamin David Johnson (born May 11, 1986) is an American football coach who is currently 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 …

1 day ago · Ben Johnson tells Stephen A. his plans for Bears, Caleb Williams (1:20) New Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson joins Stephen A. Smith on "First Take" to discuss how he plans to take the ...

Jan 24, 2025 · The Bears welcomed new head coach Ben Johnson and his family to Chicago this week. Learn more about the North Carolina native, former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator and University of North Carolina football alum as he talks with ChicagoBears.com about his "welcome to the NFL" coaching moment, his favorite pregame music and more.

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 ...

Jan 22, 2025 · Chicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren, left, general manager Ryan Poles, second from left, new head coach Ben Johnson and team owner George McCaskey, right, pose for photo during an NFL football news conference at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill., Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025.

Jan 23, 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. Johnson clearly communicated why he wanted the ...

Jan 20, 2025 · The Chicago Bears officially hired Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach, the team announced on Tuesday.

Jan 23, 2025 · New Bears coach Ben Johnson, third from left, poses with, from left, President/CEO Kevin Warren, general manager Ryan Poles and Chairman George McCaskey after being introduced on Jan. 22, 2025, at ...

Jan 21, 2025 · The Bears have made it official, announcing the hiring of Ben Johnson as their head coach. Johnson, 38, took the job with Chicago after three seasons as Detroit’s offensive coordinator. He had been with the Lions since 2019, starting out as an offensive quality control coach before moving up to tight ends coach and then passing game coordinator.