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Dan Campbell Lauds Ben Johnson as Lions, Bears Set Week 2 Detroit Meeting

Both teams are 0-1 entering Johnson’s return to Detroit.

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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. Kirthmon F. Dozier / USA TODAY NETWORK
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Overview

  • Campbell praised Johnson’s debut on local radio, saying the Bears "came out slugging" and played fast despite their loss.
  • Johnson’s first game as Chicago’s head coach ended in a 27-24 defeat to the Vikings after a late Minnesota rally.
  • Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams opened 10-for-10 and scored the first touchdown for Chicago before the offense cooled.
  • Campbell described the upcoming matchup as an "equal playing ground" due to mutual familiarity from their years together in Detroit.
  • The Lions fell 27-13 to the Packers in Week 1 and host the Bears at Ford Field on Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. ET.