The Chicago Bears positioned themselves as a team to watch this season with the hiring of former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as head coach, a move that fans hope will shore up one of the franchise's historic Achilles heels,

As the ramp-up period continues ahead of Monday's first padded practice, Ben Johnson acknowledged his noticeable identity as the offense continues to work out the kinks. WGN's Kaitlin Sharkey reports on how veteran safety Kevin Byard describes his coach as having the "aura" to help the entire roster step their game up.

Analysis: The last time the Bears offense might have been truly well balanced and effective was about a decade ago but Ben Johnson's approach requires it this year.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson is putting an emphasis on game management and the attention to detail it'll take to get there.

Rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III will miss another practice, and there's a new injury of concern in the rookie class.

Had he stayed with the Detroit Lions as the team's offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson would be in a position to potentially compete for a Super Bowl this year.

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears are determined to live up to expectations in 2025. An air of excitement surrounds the famous NFL franchise heading into the new season, which is perhaps