Bears GM Praises Johnson's Aggressive Approach

0:00It's April 6, I'm Corey with The Story, and this is NFL News Today, your AI-powered football briefing. Last season, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson sparked major drama with a quick post-game handshake after beating the Green Bay Packers in the NFC. Wild card game, the clip blew up online with fans and folks around the league calling it disrespectful and unsportsman-like toward Packers Coach Matt LaFloor. The backlash spread fast, fueled by rumors that league insiders weren't thrilled, and even ESPN's Stephen A. Smith mentioned LaFloor's circle wasn't a fan of Johnson's vibe. Johnson shut that down quick, saying straight up the Bears and Packers rivalry means they shouldn't be buddies. It's fiercer than ever, and that's how. It should stay. This week, Bears GM Ryan Poles jumped on a podcast and praised Johnson hard, calling him the perfect fit, aggressive, fearless competitor who elevates both teams. Johnson's all-in on one mission now, building a squad ready to chase rings, no time for handshakes or haters.