Ben Johnson started his interview with the Chicago Bears by declaring, “I want this job.” It made an impression. And that job is now his.

The Bears didn't waste any time finalizing plans to hire Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to be their next head coach, according to multiple reports. Why it matters: Johnson was considered the best head coaching candidate this offseason after guiding the explosive Detroit Lions offense.

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson had his choice of where he wanted to coach next season, with serious interest from the Las Vegas Raiders and Jac