Why Bears coach Ben Johnson’s messaging about 2026 resonated with players (Gift Article)

I was struck by Ben Johnson's messaging after the playoff loss, immediately turning the page to 2026. It resonated. GM Ryan Poles: “I appreciate his leadership on that because that mentality allows you to keep stacking year after year after year. Because no one’s satisfied.” Story (free to read)

“I think he’s made no bones about it; the goal here is to win a Super Bowl. … So that’s kind of just the endless pursuit. If we didn’t do that, we fell short, let’s keep going.” Story on Ben Johnson and how to respond to a playoff loss (free to read)