Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears Bears Talk at the Super Bowl: Plenty of Buzz About Caleb Williams & Ben Johnson
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Feb 6, 2026 
Dianna Russini, NFL insider with league-wide perspective, and Matt Forte, former Bears running back and Xs-and-Os analyst. They discuss buzz around Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson. Forte breaks down how Johnson installs a modern run game and builds culture. Russini explains coaching narratives, league perceptions of Johnson, and Super Bowl Radio Row moments.
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Run-Pass Identity Creates Defensive Hesitation
- Ben Johnson runs identical looks for both run and pass to make defenses hesitate and misdiagnose plays.
- That versatility forces defenders to play more cautiously, helping both the run and Caleb Williams' reads.
Lead Key Installs Yourself
- Ben Johnson personally installing the run game shows prioritization and sets a standard for the whole staff.
- Coaches should lead key schematic installs directly when they want a concept to define the team.
Running Game Accelerates QB Development
- A strong running game helped Caleb Williams slow the game down and read defenses better.
- Effective run threat reduced blitz frequency and improved pass protection and timing.