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Bears Coach Johnson: Winning Isn't Everything, It's How You Win
14 Nov
Summary
- Coach Johnson emphasizes the manner of victory over just the win itself.
- The Bears secured a 27-24 win despite offensive struggles and turnovers.
- Johnson's coaching standard stems from a childhood lesson about margin of victory.
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson, after a 27-24 victory over Tampa Bay, emphasized that the method of winning holds significant importance. He shared a personal anecdote from his childhood, where his father, a coach, taught him that the margin of victory was the crucial question, not simply whether the team won. This philosophy now guides his expectations for the Bears.
The team's performance against Tampa Bay, which included four interceptions from Caleb Williams and a lost fumble by Luther Burden III, highlighted offensive struggles. Despite leading 14-0 initially, Chicago required defensive stops, a pick-six, and a late field goal to secure their seventh win and reach a 7-2 record. Coach Johnson acknowledged the need for improvement.
Johnson, who only recently aspired to be a head coach, has brought his childhood standard to the Bears' building. Players like Colston Loveland and Jonah Jackson seem to grasp this expectation, celebrating the win while recognizing the performance's shortcomings. This dual focus—appreciating the victory while addressing mistakes—is now ingrained in the team's culture.
