Dan Campbell believes his Lions can compete for a Super Bowl in 2025 and beyond, even without Ben Johnson running the offense.

The 38-year-old Johnson spent three seasons as Detroit’s offensive coordinator under Dan Campbell and will replace Matt Eberflus, who was fired by the Bears on Nov. 29.

Ben Johnson will call the plays but the Bears will need an offensive coordinator and it's always possible he could bring along some coaches for that role or other spots.

Ben Johnson will be leaving the Detroit Lions. He still will see them twice a year. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported Monday Johnson will be the head coach of the Chicago Bears. A new day in Chica

The Bears will interview Iowa State head coach Matt Campbell for their head-coaching vacancy after firing Matt Eberflus

Chicago Bears fired Matt Eberflus in November and replaced him on an interim basis with Thomas Brown; Chicago finished last in the NFC North during the 2024 season; Ben Johnson has agreed to become th