Chicago Bears Deliver the Perfect Solution After Being "Robbed" of Their Coach – HC Ben Johnson Affirms Long-Term Commitment to Lead the Team to Sustained Success
Chicago, Illinois – January 22, 2026
The Chicago Bears are facing an offseason filled with potential coaching changes, as some of their key staff members are attracting interest from other teams. Notably, defensive backs coach Al Harris is being pursued by multiple teams, including the Green Bay Packers, while offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has officially left to take on a new role with the Kansas City Chiefs.
Despite these departures, the Bears have the ultimate answer to their coaching staff being raided: head coach Ben Johnson. In his first season with the team, Johnson has proven that he’s fully capable of assembling and leading a "five-star staff."
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The Bears' success isn't only due to the players but also the quality of coaching and the development culture Johnson has built. As coaches like Harris and Bieniemy move on to new opportunities, Johnson is confident that the team has laid a solid foundation to continue developing and succeeding.
“I know when the team is successful, there will be attention on our coaches. But I want our coaches to become head coaches, coordinators in the future. If someone wants to leave to chase their dreams, I fully support that. However, I want those who stay to truly commit and dedicate themselves to this team.”
Johnson also commits to remaining loyal to the Bears, focusing not just on short-term results but on the long-term development of the team. His vision is to continue building the Bears into a championship contender in the years to come.
In addition to maintaining the coaching staff, Johnson is focused on improving the team’s offense. He emphasized that while the Bears have made significant strides, they still haven’t fully tapped into their potential.
The addition of coaches like Will Lawing, whose role hasn’t been defined yet, is expected to help in strategic planning and the ongoing development of the team’s training processes.
With Johnson at the helm, the Bears not only maintain a strong coaching culture but also ensure that any staff changes will not disrupt the team’s progress. Despite the offseason changes, the Bears are in a strong position to continue building a winning culture for the years to come.
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