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Back to EpisodesBen Johnson’s “New Season” Message + Winners & Duds from Bears Loss
Description
🐻 The Chicago Bears head into the playoffs coming off back-to-back losses — but according to head coach Ben Johnson, it’s officially a new season.
On this episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down Ben Johnson’s powerful message to the team after the loss to the Detroit Lions, what it means for the Bears mentally heading into the postseason, and whether this team is truly ready for a playoff run.
We also dive into the winners and duds from the Bears’ disappointing 19–16 loss to the Lions, including:
• Caleb Williams’ record-setting day 📈
• Colston Loveland’s emergence as a true weapon 🧠
• Defensive concerns around C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Jaylon Johnson 😬
• Offensive line struggles and what they mean moving forward
Plus, we react to your voicemails and lay out the real keys for the Bears if they want to survive — and thrive — against the Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card round.
The regular season is over. The excuses are gone. It’s time for playoff football in Chicago.
🐻 Hit play, jump in the discussion, and let’s get into it.
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