Bears' Ben Johnson: From Rookie Coach to Playoff Hero

0:00It's March 8th. Here's your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Chicago Bears wrapped up their 2025 season with an 11-6 record, claiming the NFC North title and securing their first. Playoff victory in 15 years. First year head coach, Ben Johnson, a 39-year-old newcomer, tops the list of the team's most impactful figures from that magical run. Hired on January 20th, 2025, Johnson quickly turned things around. From the previous five and 12 finish, his squad went two-in-one against the rival Green Bay Packers, including a wildcard playoff win that reignited the long-time rivalry. Fans and analysts rave about how Johnson flipped the team's culture, boosting the offense from a bottom-five unit to top-five status. He overhauled the offensive line, integrated key rookies like Colston Loveland, Luther Bird in the third, and Kyle Moninguy and helped second year. After back Caleb Williams take major steps forward, heading into the offseason, the Bears

1:03lost veterans such as wide receiver DJ Moore, linebacker Tremaine Edmonds, and Senator Drew Daumann, along with some coaching staff. Johnson now shapes new additions through free agency and the draft. Looking ahead to 2026, Chicago faces the league's toughest schedule, but Johnson's squad proved resilient with a record seven, fourth quarter comebacks last year. With the coach and Williams duo locked in on rookie deals, the future looks promising for sustained contention. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor. See the description. What is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.