Ben Johnson: We knew we couldn’t let off the gas against Carolina
📍 The outcome
The Chicago Bears scored 59 points against the Carolina Panthers, with head coach Ben Johnson suggesting he considered going for 2 to reach 60 points. Johnson's comments sparked a reaction from fans, with some labeling his admission as "disrespectful." The story quieted without further developments on the coach's strategy or repercussions.
Epilogue added 1h ago, after coverage quieted.
Who reported it (8)
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Bears HC Ben Johnson hints he was thinking about hanging 60 points on Panthers Yahoo Sports · 26d ago broke it first
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Grading Every Panthers Position Group After Week 1 vs. Bears Yahoo Sports · 26d ago broke it first
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