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Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson didn’t back down from the storied rivalry with the Green Bay Packers while being questioned about his explicit remarks about the NFC North team.
Johnson dropped several F-bombs while celebrating with the Bears following the team’s playoff victory. On Monday, Johnson defended his comments and said he even spoke with team owner George McCaskey about them.
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Ben Johnson of the Chicago Bears watches the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on January 4, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
“There is a rivalry between these two teams,” Johnson said. “Something I fully recognize and am a part of. I just don’t like this team.
“George and I have spoken and we are on the same page.”
Chicago won the game 31-27, after being down 18 points in the first half. The Bears’ social media account posted a video of Johnson promoting the team.
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Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson answers questions during a news conference after the NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
He was heard saying, “F— the Packers! F— them! I fucking hate those guys.”
The rivalry between the Bears and Packers is certainly reignited. Johnson added fuel to the fire when he first joined the Bears. He was then asked why he chose Chicago. He said he “rather enjoyed beating Matt LaFleur twice a year.”
The message sparked a few frosty handshakes during the season, including one after the playoff game. Chicago went 1-1 against Green Bay in the regular season and beat them when it mattered most.
The first-year head coach praised his players for their performance, coming off two losses and a 21-3 halftime lead. Johnson said his team was “built for pressure.”
Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears celebrates after an NFL playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
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Johnson will lead the Bears into the NFC divisional round against the Los Angeles Rams.
