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Ben Johnson optimistic as Bears begin training camp for new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:12 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Ben Johnson optimistic as Bears begin training camp for new season

Summary

Ben Johnson, head coach of the Chicago Bears, kicked off the 2026 training camp on July 28 at Halas Hall, expressing optimism for the new season. The Bears, coming off an 11-6 season where they won the NFC North title and a playoff game, have retained much of their coaching staff. Johnson emphasized the importance of team continuity and believes the offense can build on last year's success while adapting to the loss of key players. The Bears are poised to forge their identity over the training camp weeks ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Bears reported for training camp on July 28, 2026.
•Johnson highlights the chance to forge a new team identity.
•Bears retained most of their coaching staff, including offensive leadership.
•Team will be exploring replacements for key players lost from last season.
•Fans will be allowed to watch practices starting July 31.

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12:12 AMYahoo Sports — Bears ‘are starting all over again’ — but Ben Johnson believes staff continuity gives them a leg up

What they're saying

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CHICAGO — Ben Johnson is open to the idea that this year will be different. In fact, the Chicago Bears’ second-year coach is more than open to it. He’s embracing it. “This is our chance to forge our identity,” Johnson said. “A lot of coaches come up and say, ‘We’re going to be this,’ and, ‘We’re going to be that.’ And yet this is where it all happens. We’ve got a whole different group of guys ...
— Yahoo Sports

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