Ben Johnson Praises Chicago Defense, Notes Tyson Bagent’s First Start in 23-12 Win Over Jets
After watching tape of Sunday’s 23-12 win over the Jets at Soldier Field, Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson spoke to reporters about the game. He said the defensive performance stood out as he broke down the film. He also addressed the quarterback situation, including Tyson Bagent’s first start since 2023.
Johnson highlighted a specific facet of the Bears’ defensive showing that impressed him most when he reviewed the tape. He underscored the unit’s impact in holding New York to 12 points and emphasized the importance of the stops and the field-position plays the defense created. The Bears’ ability to limit scoring opportunities played a central role in the result at Soldier Field.
On offense, Johnson reviewed Bagent’s preparation and situational play during the tape session. He addressed other elements of the team’s execution in Week 4. Johnson also touched on additional takeaways from the game as he assessed both sides of the ball.
NFL Sports Blog Take
The Bears’ 23-12 victory at Soldier Field underscored the value of a strong defensive performance in a low-scoring game. Holding an opponent to 12 points gave the offense room and allowed the coaching staff to evaluate personnel and situational play with less pressure. Tyson Bagent’s first start since 2023 will be a focal point as Chicago balances evaluation with the need for consistent production.