Lions' Assistant Coach Ben Johnson a Hot Potato Name in Bears' Coaching Search

Chicago, IL - The Chicago Bears are making strides in their coaching search, as they have requested an interview with one of the most coveted assistants in the NFL: Lions' Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson. This move is a testament to quarterback Caleb Williams' admiration for Johnson's innovative offense.

Last Monday, Williams shared his enthusiasm for Johnson's tactics during a Bears-Lions game broadcast by Alaryana.com. The young quarterback, who currently leads the team, was impressed by the complexities of the opposing squad's system. "It was fascinating to watch because Ben had wrinkles for counters and things like that throughout the game," Williams said. "I think he's obviously done really well. So it would be cool to see how that all goes down."

Williams also highlighted a specific play from a crucial Lions' win over the Vikings, where quarterback Jared Goff successfully navigated into an open touchdown pass by exploiting the coverage scheme of linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel.

"Knowing how (Van Ginkel's) going to play it and things like that, and then you go and kind of counter," Williams said. "I think he's done that all year, and I think it's been really cool to watch."

The Bears' coaching staff is eager to bring Johnson on board as they seek a successor for their current incumbent coach. With his reputation for pushing players to reach new heights, it stands to reason that Johnson would be an excellent fit for the esteemed team.