Frequently Asked Questions
Did Jaylon Johnson actually cover Ja'Marr Chase during the Bears-Bengals joint practice?
Yes, Jaylon Johnson covered Ja'Marr Chase closely during Thursday's joint practice and largely shut him down. Chase himself called Johnson a 'real good corner' and noted he was 'pretty aggressive on a couple of plays.'
Was Jaylon Johnson playing when Ja'Marr Chase torched the Bears for 111 yards last season?
No, Jaylon Johnson did not play in that game due to a core injury he suffered earlier in the 2025 season. Chase put up 111 yards on six catches with Joe Flacco throwing him the ball.
Why is 2026 such a big season for Jaylon Johnson?
Johnson is essentially playing in a contract year, and after injuries derailed his 2025 season, he needs to prove he can return to Pro Bowl form. A strong 2026 campaign could land him one more big contract before he hits his 30s.
What is the current state of the Bears secondary heading into the 2026 season?
The Bears secondary has some serious question marks right now. Tyrique Stevenson has been inconsistent, Kyler Gordon has yet to practice in training camp, and new safety Coby Bryant is out for roughly two months with a knee injury.
What did Ja'Marr Chase say about Jaylon Johnson after the joint practice?
Chase called Johnson a 'real good corner' and said he was 'pretty aggressive on a couple of plays.' Chase was also reportedly fuming after practice that the ball didn't come his way after he got open during team drills.
Erik Lambert
I’m a football writer with more than 15 years covering the Chicago Bears. I hold a master’s degree in the Teaching of Writing from Columbia College Chicago, and my work on Sports Mockery has earned more than twenty million views. I focus on providing analysis, context, and reporting on Bears strategy, roster decisions, and team developments, and I’ve shared insight on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and football podcasts in the U.S. and Europe.
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