NFL news: Bears coach doubles down on Packers remarks
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Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson didn’t back down from the rivalry with the Green Bay Packers as he faced a question about his outspoken remarks about the NFC North team.
Johnson dropped multiple F-bombs while celebrating with the Bears following the team’s comeback playoff win. On Monday, Johnson defended the comments and even said he had talked about it with team owner George McCaskey.
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Ben Johnson of the Chicago Bears plays during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on January 4, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
“There’s a rivalry between these two teams,” Johnson said. “It’s something I totally know and am a part of. I just don’t like that team.
“George and I talked and we agree.”
Chicago trailed by 18 points in the first half and won the game 31-27. The Bears’ social media account posted a video of Johnson hyping up the team.
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Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson answers questions during a press conference following the team’s NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
“F— Packers! F— them! F— I hate these guys,” he was heard saying.
The rivalry between the Bears and Packers has certainly heated up. Johnson added fuel to the fire when he first joined the Bears. He was asked at the time why he chose Chicago. He said he “enjoys beating Matt LaFleur twice a year.”
The message led to a few icy handshakes throughout the season, including one after a playoff game. Chicago went 1-1 against Green Bay in the regular season, beating them when it mattered most.
The first-year head coach praised his players for their gutsy performances as they trailed 21-3 at halftime after two losses. Johnson said his team was “built for pressure.”
Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears celebrates after the NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
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Johnson will lead the Bears into the NFC Divisional Round against the Los Angeles Rams.
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