Bears coach praises Joe Burrow after joint practice session
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:11 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson praised Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow during a joint practice on August 20 at Paycor Stadium. Johnson described Burrow as 'like a surgeon back there,' highlighting his pocket awareness and ability to read defenses quickly. He commended Burrow's trust in his receivers, referring to the duo on the outside as potentially the best in the league. This practice serves as a key test for the Bears' defense ahead of the coming season. The connection between Burrow and Bears quarterbacks coach J.T. Barrett, both former Ohio State teammates, adds context to Johnson's remarks.
- •Bears' joint practice with Bengals occurred on August 20.
- •Ben Johnson praised Burrow's skills and pocket awareness.
- •He noted the strengths of Bengals' receiving duo.
- •The practice aims to challenge the Bears' defense.
- •J.T. Barrett's past with Burrow adds depth to Johnson's comments.
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Bears HC Ben Johnson has ultimate praise for Bengals QB Joe Burrow
- 5:11 AMYahoo Sports — Bears HC Ben Johnson Gives Strong Words on Bengals QB Joe Burrow
- 8:52 PMYahoo Sports — Bears coach Ben Johnson says Joe Burrow is 'like a surgeon back there'
"The Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears held a joint practice this week as both teams will play a preseason game on Aug. 22 at Paycor Stadium. While both sides are competing in these practices, there’s mutual respect between the two teams. For the Bengals, it allows Joe Burrow to see another defense and get the […] The post Bears HC Ben Johnson Gives Strong Words on Bengals QB Joe Burrow appeared first on HEAVY.
"Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson was effusive with his praise of Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow after the teams' joint practice.
"Bears head coach Ben Johnson was impressed by Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow during their joint practice.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 4:20 PMBears HC Ben Johnson has ultimate praise for Bengals QB Joe Burrow
Bears head coach Ben Johnson was impressed by Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow during their joint practice.
- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 5:11 AMBears HC Ben Johnson Gives Strong Words on Bengals QB Joe Burrow
The Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears held a joint practice this week as both teams will play a preseason game on Aug. 22 at Paycor Stadium. While both sides are competing in these practices, there’s mutual respect between the two teams. For the Bengals, it allows Joe Burrow to see another defense and get the […] The post Bears HC Ben Johnson Gives Strong Words on Bengals QB Joe Burrow appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 8:52 PMBears coach Ben Johnson says Joe Burrow is 'like a surgeon back there'
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson was effusive with his praise of Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow after the teams' joint practice.
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