Bears QB Caleb Williams reveals what Ben Johnson is ‘super tough’ on

Ben Johnson has made a name for himself as one of the best young head coaches in the NFL. Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Johnson has seen firsthand how intense and serious he is at work. He also recently shared something that the second-year head coach is “super tough” on.

The Bears are set to enter a crucial 2026 season. They won the NFC North last year with an 11-6 record and reached the Divisional Round. Williams silenced his critics by completing 330-of-568 passes for 3,942 yards, 27 touchdowns and seven interceptions. His cool demeanor under pressure was on full display, leading Chicago to a lot of success.

As for Johnson, he immediately showed the front office that it made the right decision of hiring him. He aims to guide the team to a deeper postseason run and prove that 2025 is not a fluke.

Caleb Williams opens up on relationship with Bears HC Ben Johnson

Williams appeared on the “Hot Ones” show and talked about different topics surrounding his career and personal life. He shared his honest take on his relationship with Johnson, highlighting his respect for him.

“I’d say mentor and jazz duo because there’s parts of it where he’s at least my coach in my situation,” Williams said. “He’s super tough and he’s on the mentor aspect of it and he’s coached me hard and I have respect for that. And I love him for that because that’s what I want. I want to reach things and reach some of my goals.

“You need somebody like that around you to show you what you don’t know. And the jazz part is typically on Sundays. I think you get on the field and then it becomes poetic. It becomes a good old jazz night. It becomes jazz so I think a good combination between those two is think where it stands the best.”

Caleb Williams on His Dynamic Relationship with Ben Johnson:

“I’d say mentor and jazz duo. My coach is super tough on the mentor aspect of it, coaching me hard, and I respect and love him for that because it’s what I want to reach my goals. You need someone like that to show… pic.twitter.com/FEfHjYKhy8

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Williams, Johnson and the Bears will open their regular season with a road game on Sept. 13 against the Carolina Panthers. Their home opener is set for Sept. 20 versus the Minnesota Vikings.