Manti Te'o praises Bears' young offense under Ben Johnson

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Manti Te'o praises Bears' young offense under Ben Johnson
Summary

NFL analyst Manti Te'o expressed strong support for the Chicago Bears' offense led by head coach Ben Johnson ahead of the 2026 season. Johnson, who had a successful first year with an 11-win season and an NFC North title, faces challenges after offseason changes including the retirement of center Drew Dalman and the trade of veteran receiver DJ Moore. With younger players like Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III stepping into key roles, optimism surrounds the Bears' potential. Te'o highlighted the importance of the run game and Johnson's ability to adapt, noting the team's rising young talents as a source of excitement for the upcoming season.

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  • Ben Johnson led Chicago to an 11-win season in 2025.
  • The Bears won the NFC North title and beat the Packers twice.
  • Offseason changes include the retirement of Drew Dalman and trading DJ Moore.
  • Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III are set for larger roles in 2026.
  • Te'o emphasized the importance of a strong run game for the Bears' success.
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NFL analyst Manti Te'o had plenty of praise for Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and his young offense.

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