Bears Coach Ben Johnson Sets Ambitious Goals for 2026 Season

The Chicago Bears are entering the 2026 season with high expectations after finishing last year with an 11-6 record under first-year head coach Ben Johnson. The team won a playoff game against the Green Bay Packers but was eliminated in overtime by the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round. With quarterback Caleb Williams and a talented roster, the Bears are anticipated to be an exciting team this season.

Johnson has set ambitious goals for the team, aiming not only for a Super Bowl victory but also to achieve the highest-scoring offense in NFL history, surpassing the 2013 Denver Broncos' record of 37.9 points per game. Last season, the Bears averaged 25.9 points per game, ranking ninth in the league, indicating a need for significant improvement.

The Bears' defense is currently facing challenges due to injuries, particularly in the secondary, with key players like Coby Bryant expected to miss several months after knee surgery. Johnson has acknowledged the team's potential for regression after winning many close games last season, but he remains focused on lofty objectives, including setting a record for consecutive wins.