Ben Johnson Snaps On Reporter After Disrespectful Gesture During Press Conference [VIDEO]
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has made it clear that he’s focused on the job and expects those around (and in front) of him to act the same.
He has starred in tense situations with reporters in the past, and the latest example of his all-business demeanor happened on Wednesday.
The Bears went all the way to the divisional round in the 2025 NFL playoffs, losing to the Los Angeles Rams in a dramatic game that needed overtime.
Ben Johnson Goes Off On Reporter
On Wednesday, the coach got tired when a reporter’s phone went off repeatedly during his press conference. He was clearly upset with the situation and made an ironic comment about it.
“Does somebody want to take their phone so I’m not interrupted again?” said Johnson.
Wild: Ben Johnson went OFF on a reporter during his press conference after a reporter’s phone repeatedly interrupted him at the podium.
“Does somebody want to take the phone away so I’m not interrupted again.”
Ben is all business this season 😤 pic.twitter.com/djhTtkHWpP
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) June 3, 2026
After a terrific first season in Windy City, Johnson and Co. prepare for a new campaign. Caleb Williams showed off his talent while setting the franchise’s single-season record for yards.
They made several additions to the roster, hoping to reach a new level. For that, however, Johnson needs everybody on the same page, including reporters.
