The Chicago Bears” two-game winning streak came to a halt on Sunday when they fell 42-38 to the San Francisco 49ers in a hard-fought contest. Following the game, Bears” head coach Ben Johnson addressed the aggressive play calling during the final moments, which ultimately could not secure a victory.
During a press conference on Monday, Johnson expressed his unwavering confidence in his offensive players, stating that he made the call because he believed in their abilities. The pivotal moment occurred when the Bears were trailing 42-38, after Brock Purdy connected with Jauan Jennings for a 38-yard touchdown pass with just over two minutes remaining in the game.
In an attempt to keep hope alive, Caleb Williams aimed to deliver a pass to Jahdae Walker. Unfortunately, the throw fell short, hitting the ground instead of finding its target. Johnson later took responsibility for that decision, acknowledging the high stakes involved.
Prior to facing the 49ers, the Bears had already secured the NFC North division title, thanks to the Green Bay Packers losing to the Baltimore Ravens the previous day. The recognition for Johnson”s coaching prowess continued to grow, as former NFL defensive end Michael Strahan named him a favorite for the Coach of the Year Award during a broadcast. Strahan highlighted Johnson”s significant contributions to the Bears” success this season and noted the impact of his previous role as the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions.
Strahan also commended Johnson for his efforts in developing Williams, especially amidst ongoing discussions regarding the player”s future in the league. The Bears will now prepare to face Johnson”s former team in their final regular season game, scheduled for Sunday at 4:25 PM ET.
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