Ben Johnson

Head Coach, Chicago Bears (CHI).

Quick Facts

• Role: Head Coach
• Team: Chicago Bears (CHI)
• NFL experience: Not listed
• Coaching tree: see Coaching Trees

Background

Ben Johnson was named Head Coach of the Chicago Bears on January 21, 2025, becoming the 18th full-time Head Coach in the franchise's history. In his first season as Head Coach of the Bears, Johnson led Chicago to an NFC North Division title and 12 total wins, including 11 in the regular season. Johnson became the first Head Coach in franchise history to win a postseason game in their first year at the helm, as his 12 victories tied for the most by a first-year Head Coach in the history of the Chicago Bears.

Scheme & Fantasy Angle

As head coach, Johnson oversees a Chicago offense that posted strong scoring numbers in his debut season, setting the tone for the unit's fantasy outlook and the development of QB Caleb Williams.