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Bears coach Ben Johnson on leaving 'juggernaut' Lions

Inside the Ben Johnson hiring: What convinced him Chicago Bears are ‘set up for success’ — and how they were ‘ready to pounce’

The interview was scheduled for Jan. 11. The Detroit Lions were deep into their postseason bye week and still awaiting their divisional-round opponent. But offensive coordinator Ben Johnson was multitasking.

USA Today · 2d

Ben Johnson to Chicago Bears is a gut punch because he knows the Detroit Lions' recipe

Chicago has hired Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson to be their next head coach. The toughest division in the NFL could get even more competitive.

NFL · 10h

Bears coach Ben Johnson on leaving 'juggernaut' Lions: 'That runway has been built'

The lingering question in Detroit is whether Dan Campbell's club can withstand the brain drain from the coaching staff. Outgoing OC Ben Johnson has no such reservations about the club he's leaving.

Jared Goff whisperer could leave Lions with Aaron Glenn

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NFL rumors: Jared Goff whisperer could leave Lions with Aaron Glenn

The Detroit Lions lost Ben Johnson to the Chicago Bears on Monday as he became their new head coach. This is not entirely a surprise, as Lions head coach Dan Campbell mentioned the possibility of losing his coordinators.

Bleacher Report · 2h

Lions GM Hypes 'Prime' Jared Goff Despite Ben Johnson's Exit: 'He Keeps Ascending'

After putting up MVP-caliber numbers in three seasons with Ben Johnson, Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions are facing a new challenge going into 2025 having

Reuters on MSN · 4h

Lions GM not worried about Jared Goff in post-Ben Johnson era

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw for a career-best 37 touchdowns this season under the watchful eye of then-offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.

Aaron Glenn, Lions

USA Today · 1d

What should you know about Aaron Glenn? Detroit Lions players swear by him

Aaron Glenn's departure comes days after Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson left to become the head coach of the Chicago Bears.

NBC Sports on MSN · 9h

Brad Holmes: Lions were prepared to lose Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn

Lions General Manager Brad Holmes says the coaching staff in Detroit will remain a strong one, despite losing offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to the Bears and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn to the Jets.

FanSided on MSN · 1d

Lions already have their ideal Aaron Glenn replacement under contract

With the Detroit Lions losing defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn to the New York Jets' head-coaching position, Dan Campbell does not have to look very far to find his ideal defensive coordinator replacement.

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Ben Johnson Denies Rumored Friction With Lions Coach Dan Campbell

With Ben Johnson off to be the head coach of the Chicago Bears, the Lions will need a new voice to lead the offense. Johnson's move to the division rival has frustrated some fans, and left pundits ...

Ben Johnson replacement: 5 candidates to watch for Detroit Lions offensive coordinator

The Lions have plenty of in-house options to replace Ben Johnson as offensive coordinator including Scottie Montgomery and ...

Bears' Ben Johnson: Lions are still a 'juggernaut' even without him calling plays

New Bears head coach and former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson said he wasn't emotionally prepared to separate from ...

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Ben Johnson’s parting words for Lions doesn’t make betrayal sting any less

During his first press conference with his new employer on Wednesday, new Chicago Bears’ sideline leader had plenty of praise for an organization that he spent ...

Detroit Lions Podcast: Starting the offseason too early and coaching carousel action

The latest episode of the Detroit Lions Podcast is now available to watch or stream. Recorded live on YouTube on Wednesday night, this show is one we didn’t foresee talking about just yet. The end of ...

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Bears coach Ben Johnson on leaving 'juggernaut' Lions

Jared Goff whisperer could leave Lions with Aaron Glenn

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