Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams spoke about their excitement to work together in interviews released by the franchise. The former USC Trojans quarterback and Chicago's new coach are focused on building a successful offense.

Johnson has a lot to prove as a rookie head coach — and Williams has a lot to prove as a quarterback. But this is the best foundation the Bears have had with a first-year head coach since the end of the Mike Ditka era.

Once the Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson as their head coach, the Chicagoland area averted their attention to the 2025 season. Next for the Bears is the offseason, including trimming their roster and re-tooling in free agency.