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Chicago Bears at Risk of Losing Ben Johnson: Whats Holding Them Back in the NFL Coaching Hunt?


Published on 2025-01-12 05:25:25 - MSN
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  • The Bears face criticism for their slow and cautious approach as the Raiders aggressively pursue top candidate Ben Johnson.

The Chicago Bears are at risk of losing out on hiring Ben Johnson, the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, as their next head coach due to several factors. Despite Johnson being a top candidate, the Bears have not yet secured him, and there's speculation that he might be waiting for a better opportunity, possibly with teams like the Washington Commanders or the Seattle Seahawks. The Bears' hesitation could be attributed to their ongoing evaluation process, which includes looking at other candidates like Eric Bieniemy and Bobby Slowik. Additionally, the Bears' current situation, including their quarterback Justin Fields' future and the team's overall direction, might not be as appealing to Johnson compared to other teams. This uncertainty and the allure of potentially more stable or promising coaching positions elsewhere are holding the Bears back in their pursuit of Johnson.

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