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 …

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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 26, 2025 · New Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson wrapped up the opening statement of his introductory news conference Wednesday at Halas Hall with a declaration. “Our mission, starting this spring, is to...

Jan 21, 2025 · On Tuesday, the Chicago Bears officially announced former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their next head coach. Johnson was one of the most sought after candidates in...

Jan 20, 2025 · The Chicago Bears have hired Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach, the team announced Tuesday, landing arguably the most highly coveted head-coaching...