Ben Johnson wasted no time securing his next career move. just two days after the Detroit Lions’ season concluded with a Divisional Round loss to the Washington Commanders, the highly sought-after offensive coordinator landed a new role. Reports from ESPN and NFL Network confirm that Johnson is set to take the helm as the Chicago Bears’ next head coach.
At 38,Johnson has spent the last three seasons as the Lions’ offensive coordinator. Prior to that, he held positions as the tight ends coach and offensive quality control coach in Detroit. His NFL journey began in 2012 as an offensive assistant for the Miami Dolphins, where he climbed the ranks from assistant quarterbacks coach to wide receivers assistant.
one of JohnsonS primary tasks will be to develop Caleb Williams into a top-tier NFL quarterback. This won’t be an easy feat, especially given the Bears’ recent history of impatience. The mid-season firing of former head coach Matt Eberflus underscores the high-pressure habitat Johnson is stepping into.
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ben Johnson Assembles His Coaching Staff
johnson is already making moves to build a strong coaching team. According to NFL Network sources, Dennis Allen is expected to join the Bears as defensive coordinator. Allen brings a wealth of experience, having served as the head coach of the New Orleans Saints from 2022 until mid-2024.
With 22 seasons in the NFL, Allen’s career began in 2002 as a defensive control manager for the Atlanta Falcons. He has consistently worked on the defensive side of the game, including a stint as head coach of the Oakland Raiders from 2012 to 2014.
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