Bears coach Ben Johnson focuses on Vikings after Week 1 win over Panthers

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Bears coach Ben Johnson focuses on Vikings after Week 1 win over Panthers
Summary

Bears head coach Ben Johnson is shifting focus to the upcoming game against the Vikings, having secured a 59-37 victory over the Panthers last week. Johnson emphasized that his team has not scored any points this week and dismissed inquiries about potentially going for a two-point conversion in the previous game. He indicated that the team is maintaining the right mindset in practice, concentrating on improving rather than reveling in their recent success. Johnson's priority is to ensure the players prepare adequately for Sunday’s matchup.

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  • Bears defeated the Panthers 59-37 in Week 1.
  • Ben Johnson is focusing on the upcoming game against the Vikings.
  • Johnson indicated no points were scored in practice this week.
  • He dismissed the idea of a two-point conversion after last week’s win.
  • Johnson noted that players maintain the right mindset leading into the next game.
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  • 6:50 PMYahoo SportsBen Johnson not celebrating Bears' 59-point Week 1: We haven't scored any points this week
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Bears coach Ben Johnson is done talking about his offense's impressive Week 1 output.

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