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Ben Johnson Lauds Dan Campbell as Lions Coach Vows to Be 'Out for Blood' vs Bears

The new Bears coach strikes a respectful tone toward his former boss ahead of two divisional meetings.

Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, left, and head coach Dan Campbell on the sidelines during the second half of the Lions' 27-23 preseason loss to the Falcons on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022 at Ford Field. Lions Atl
Aug 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson on the field before a game against the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Johnson told Up & Adams he reused his standard preseason script and hinted the regular-season offense will "have a little bit more fun."
  • Chicago’s 38-0 preseason win over the Bills featured concepts Lions players recognized from their former coordinator.
  • Campbell told WXYZ he treats every opponent the same and said Detroit is "out for blood" entering games against Chicago.
  • Johnson praised Campbell, GM Brad Holmes and owner Sheila Ford Hamp for Detroit’s turnaround and said he wishes the Lions well except for two games.
  • Johnson said the once-frequent friendly texts with Campbell have stopped, and their first meeting comes in Week 2; Detroit proceeds with John Morton at OC and Kelvin Sheppard at DC.