The Chicago Bears got the man they wanted in Ben Johnson. This off-season, he was one of the most sought after coaches in the NFL. Not only that, but Chicago has made a plethora of moves to solidify their offensive and defensive lines.
However, it could be taking a toll on Johnson.
“Is He Ok? Bears HC Ben Johnson Has Fans Freaking Out After Shocking Photo Emerges
Jan 22, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears new head coach Ben Johnson (right) with general manager Ryan Poles pose for photos after a press conference introducing him at PNC Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
Jan 22, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears new head coach Ben Johnson (right) with general manager Ryan Poles pose for photos after a press conference introducing him at PNC Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
A shocking side-by-side image of Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson shows him aging by ten years in just seven weeks:
Yesterday marked seven weeks since Ben Johnson was officially introduced as the new head coach of the Bears at a press conference. Johnson spent the previous three seasons as the Detroit Lions’ offensive coordinator, leading them to a top-five scoring offense each year.
On Wednesday night, Greg Braggs Jr. of CHGO Sports shared two images of Johnson over a 49-day period. He looks like a fresh and healthy 38-year-old at his press conference in the first image, but the same can’t be said about the second photo:
It’s been 49 days since Ben Johnson was announced as the Chicago Bears Head Coach. 😂 pic.twitter.com/XJ9K1z1QCW
— Greg Braggs Jr. (@GBraggsJr23) March 13, 2025
Here is the video of Johnson speaking:
Dec 22, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson before a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images
Dec 22, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson before a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images
Fans were quick to react to this photo:
This man seriously hasn’t slept trying to fix the Bears. 🫡
— Greg Braggs Jr. (@GBraggsJr23) March 13, 2025
He’s figuring out that Caleb Williams + the No. 27 ranked defense + Detroit and Green Bay in his division = a losing record. As a former NFL Scout, I knew that before he took the job.
— FIRST ROUND MOCK (@firstroundmock) March 13, 2025
Good…that’s how I want my coach to look.😂
— DX (@DX73201556) March 13, 2025
Looks tired
— Steve (@stevesvendsen) March 13, 2025
Here is a look at Johnson’s coaching career prior to Chicago:
Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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