NEW ORLEANS — New Bears coach Ben Johnson was named AP assistant coach of the year for a 2024 performance that saw him lead the Lions’ offense to the most points and second-most yards in the NFL.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson was honored as the NFL’s top assistant coach for his work with the Detroit Lions.

The Detroit Lions are losing two more assistant coaches, this time to former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears. ESPN reported Friday that the Bears are finalizing a deal to ...