Bears' New Coach Demands Accountability, Tight Ends Shine in Practice

During the Chicago Bears' first training camp practice on Wednesday, new head coach Ben Johnson wasted no time in setting the tone for his team. In a seven-on-seven drill, Johnson blew his whistle and sent the offense back to the huddle after the pre-snap process was bungled, emphasizing his demand for attention to detail and execution.

The reset proved beneficial, as quarterback Caleb Williams then made a strong throw to tight end Cole Kmet for a potential 20-yard gain. However, more confusion followed, prompting Johnson to pull the starters off the field and send in the second team. This decisive action underscored Johnson's commitment to holding his players accountable, even in the early stages of training camp.

While the offense faced some early challenges, there were also promising signs, particularly from the tight end position. Kmet, who saw his targets decline significantly last season, made a productive catch that showcased the potential for the passing game to improve under the new coaching staff. The Bears are also excited about the addition of rookie tight end Colston Loveland, who was held out of team drills as the team brings him along slowly following shoulder surgery.

As the Bears install new systems across the board, Johnson acknowledged that the first couple of weeks may be a bit rocky. However, he emphasized that the team will not get "panicky" and that the focus will remain on improving execution and attention to detail, even if it means making tough decisions in practice.