The Chicago Bears are determined to overhaul their culture after years of underperformance, and hiring Ben Johnson as their new head coach marks a bold step toward reviving winning football in the Windy City.
In the past, the team has struggled with buy-in from players, but recent actions by star wide receiver DJ Moore suggest a change is coming. Moore’s commitment to the team, including dropping everything to attend Johnson’s press conference, signals that the Bears are fully invested in their new head coach’s vision and ready to embrace a winning mentality.
Heading into the 2024 season, the Bears were expected to be a competitive team. After a strong finish to the 2023 season under Matt Eberflus, they loaded up on talent in the offseason, including selecting quarterback Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. Despite starting 4-2, the Bears suffered a crushing loss to the Commanders with a game-winning Hail Mary in Week 8, and the team spiraled from there, dropping nine straight games. A Week 18 win ended the season at 5-12, leading to Eberflus’ firing midseason due to a lack of consistent effort.
DJ Moore was one of the players who faced disappointment in 2024, but his dedication to the new leadership was evident when he left a family vacation to be present at Johnson’s introductory press conference. While the Bears’ offseason success is often joked about, this year’s start looks promising, with Moore’s actions proving the team’s commitment to turning things around under their new coach.
