Frequently Asked Questions
How many Coach of the Year votes did Ben Johnson receive?
Ben Johnson received only 1 Coach of the Year vote. This was considered surprisingly low given his performance turning around the Bears from a 5-12 last-place team to NFC North champions.
What was the Bears' record improvement under Ben Johnson this season?
The Bears went from 5-12 last season to winning the NFC North division under Johnson. This represented a complete turnaround from last place to division champions.
Who won the NFL Coach of the Year award?
Mike Vrabel won Coach of the Year with 19 votes, followed by Liam Coen with 16 votes. Vrabel's team overachieved and made it to the Super Bowl.
How did Ben Johnson help develop Caleb Williams?
Johnson put Williams in positions to succeed and his growth showed week after week. The offensive improvement and Williams' development was coached, not accidental, with Johnson showing adaptability in game plans and attacking matchups.
What did DJ Moore say about the Bears' future after winning NFL Moment of the Year?
Moore said "This season was special. Can't wait to cause more havoc on the league next year." He focused on what comes next rather than trophies or attention.
Dave
Dave is a Senior NFL Analyst for Sports Mockery, where he has covered the Chicago Bears since 2020. He also co-hosts Bears Film Room, one of the fastest-growing Bears podcasts, delivering instant reactions, breaking news, and detailed film analysis each week. Across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, Dave has built a community of more than 100,000 followers who value his insight, breakdowns, and timely, in-depth coverage of everything happening in Chicago. Outside of football, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife, Alanah, and their three kids.
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