Bears Coach Ben Johnson Declares Team's Mission is to Win Now, Not Rebuild

Ben Johnson, who became the Bears' head coach at the start of this year, firmly stated that he does not view the team as being in a rebuilding phase, despite inheriting a young quarterback and a franchise coming off three consecutive last-place finishes and without a playoff win since 2010. Johnson emphasized that his mission has always been "to win and to win now," a message he has consistently conveyed to the team since his opening press conference. The Bears currently hold a 4-2 record and are on a four-game winning streak heading into their game against Baltimore. Johnson believes a win on Sunday would solidify their status as realistic playoff contenders.