Johnson Out-Coached LaFleur, Yet Didn't Make List | Chicago Bears News

Chicago Bears News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

Ben Johnson’s meteoric rise with the Bears—turning a rebuilding team into a division champ in his first year—has left fans stunned that he didn’t make PFF’s top 10 coaches list, while Matt LaFleur, who inherited a Super Bowl-caliber roster, landed at No. 6. Johnson out-coached LaFleur head-to-head, won despite missing key defenders, and built a winning culture from scratch. Meanwhile, LaFleur’s team stumbled into a six-game losing streak, and his job was reportedly on the line just months ago. The disconnect between their real-world impact and the rankings raises serious questions about how…