Things move fast in the NFL. Unfortunately, that is almost never the case for the Chicago Bears. They've often had a reputation for being glacial in their operations. That wasn't going to happen this time. It became clear after the regular season ended that Ben Johnson was their preferred candidate for head coach. The problem is the Detroit Lions offensive coordinator was in high demand. Many wondered if the Las Vegas Raiders, led by new part-owner Tom Brady, might steal him away. In the end, GM Ryan Poles and team president Kevin Warren got it done. Johnson is set to become the Bears' 19
This move feels like something that has never happened with the Bears before. It never felt like they landed the most coveted candidate during any previous coaching cycle going back decades. Johnson was a premium target last year before returning to Detroit. This year was no different. Many teams wanted him. In the end, the Bears had the right pitch and the right bait. Just 48 hours after the Lions' season ended, the franchise has their new head coach.
The Chicago Bears' mission was crystal clear.
It was doing everything in its power to maximize Williams. He has the capability to become a star. For that to happen, he needs the right coach to bring it out of him. Johnson was masterful for three years in Detroit, reviving Jared Goff's career after many wrote him off as a lost cause in L.A. He's also a big proponent of a strong ground attack, which fits Chicago perfectly. The path ahead is clear. Poles must utilize every resource available to overhaul the Bears' struggling offensive line. If he can get that squared away, the offense on the horizon could be one the best this organization has seen in many years.
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