Why This Bear’s Offense Might Finally Be Worth the Hype — On and Off the Fantasy Field
There’s something undeniably sexy about transformation—and the Chicago Bears might finally be due for one.
Enter Ben Johnson: the former mastermind behind Detroit’s offensive explosion is now calling the shots in the Windy City. And for the first time in what feels like forever, Bears fans (and fantasy football managers) should actually be excited.
If you followed Johnson’s work with the Lions, you saw what he did with Jared Goff and a well-balanced offensive arsenal: he turned them into legit contenders. Goff threw for 4,500+ yards. Jahmyr Gibbs exploded. Amon-Ra St. Brown went full alpha. And the Lions became one of the most fun-to-watch offenses in the NFL.
Now that same offensive sauce is heading to Chicago. And if you like your football fast, creative, and filled with fantasy upside—this hire is very on brand for what we’re building at Sports Are Sexy.
A New Era: Ben Johnson Takes Over
Johnson isn’t some flash-in-the-pan OC. His résumé is stacked:
- Turned the Lions into a top-5 offense in back-to-back seasons (2023 & 2024)
- Designed a system that worked for both gritty veterans and dynamic rookies
- Known for tailoring schemes to maximize individual talent—not forcing guys into a box
That’s the energy he’s bringing to the Bears, and he’s got the weapons to do it. Cue the music, because this offense is finally starting to sound hot.
What’s Sexy About The Bear’s Offense?
🔥 Caleb Williams + Ben Johnson = Fireworks
Johnson has never had a QB with the arm talent and athleticism of Caleb Williams. Expect pre-snap motion, play-action magic, and deep bombs that make Twitter light up. Caleb isn’t just the future of the Bears—he could be a top-10 fantasy QB as early as this year.
✨ WRs With That “It” Factor
- DJ Moore stays that dude—strong WR1 upside.
- Rome Odunze is a highlight reel waiting to happen. Johnson will use him as more than a possession guy. Think chunk plays, red zone work, and year-one fireworks.
- Keenan Allen (if healthy) adds vet savvy and a safety blanket for Caleb.
This WR room? It’s giving “sleeper team goes off” energy.
💪 Run Game Reinvention (Maybe)
Detroit had a lethal 1-2 punch in the backfield—and Johnson knows how to scheme success even if the talent isn’t elite. Now in Chicago:
- D’Andre Swift is flashy but streaky.
- Roschon Johnson could become the workhorse if the line holds up.
If Roschon steps into a David Montgomery-type role, he might just be one of the sexiest late-round fantasy picks out there.
Fantasy Risers to Watch
💥 Cole Kmet: Expect a consistent red-zone role. He’s one of Johnson’s best mismatches on the field.
🚀 Rome Odunze: High-upside playmaker with top-24 WR potential in Year 1.
📈 Roschon Johnson: Volume increase + improved O-line = breakout candidate.
The Not-So-Sexy Side
Let’s keep it real:
- The Bears’ defense is still suspect.
- The O-line needs to prove it can hold up.
- Johnson is only one man—and he needs a solid staff to make this work.
But if Chicago nails the rest of the coaching hires and Caleb clicks early, this team could be fun fast.
Bottom Line
Ben Johnson didn’t just get hired—he got unleashed. And for the Bears, this could be the long-awaited glow-up we’ve all been waiting for. Whether you’re here for the fantasy upside, the real-life turnaround, or just to finally enjoy watching Chicago play on Sunday—this team is officially entering its sexy era.
