Bears coach Ben Johnson reflects on playoff loss to Rams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson expressed regret over his performance in the 2025 playoff loss to the Los Angeles Rams, admitting he was out-coached by Rams coach Sean McVay. The Bears were edged out in a tight 20-17 overtime defeat, where Johnson believes poor game management and decision-making impacted their chance to win. He acknowledged misjudging the advantage of homefield at Soldier Field, particularly in harsh weather conditions. Looking ahead, Johnson aims to refine his approach to game management to better prepare for similar matchups in the future.
- •Bears lost to Rams 20-17 in the 2025 divisional round.
- •Johnson regretted not attempting a field goal on fourth-and-2.
- •Interception on the opening drive shifted momentum to the Rams.
- •Johnson aims to improve game management after this loss.
- •Match played at Soldier Field in extreme weather conditions.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Bears’ Johnson admits he got out-coached by Sean McVay
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