The Chicago Bears enter a new chapter under first-time head coach Ben Johnson following a tumultuous 5-12 season that resulted in the firing of Matt Eberflus. The team's woes were compounded by a brutal ten-game losing streak, sparked by a heartbreaking Hail Mary loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 8. Quarterback Caleb Williams expressed frustration over Eberflus's timeout decisions during that critical game, indicating a lack of accountability within the coaching staff.

This lack of accountability extended to the offensive side, where former offensive coordinator Shane Waldron was dismissed after players requested stricter coaching. Williams, despite facing challenges including a subpar offensive line, emphasized the importance of these losses for his personal growth, vowing to work tirelessly to improve and avoid similar situations in the future. As Johnson takes the helm, there's a renewed sense of hope in the locker room that he can guide the Bears back to competitiveness.