Ben Johnson Goes Viral for Actions After Bears’ Win Over Eagles

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Head coach Nick Sirianni (left) of the Philadelphia Eagles congratulates head coach Ben Johnson (right) of the Chicago Bears.

The Chicago Bears silenced a number of doubters on Friday, November 28 by going on the road and besting the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles in resounding fashion.

And if the nine-point victory wasn’t enough of a story, head coach Ben Johnson created another with his emotional words and actions in the Bears’ locker room following the contest.

Johnson has developed a reputation for his impassioned postgame speeches. He gave yet another on Saturday following his team’s fifth consecutive win, which was easily its most impressive of the season. The first-year coach is also going viral after tearing his shirt off as part of the celebration near the end of his address to players.

Delivered a dub 🐻⬇️

Johnson spoke to his players about their continued hunger, adding that the city they represent is hungry as well, at which point he went topless. ESPN’s Adam Schefter offered some insight into why Johnson made the choice he did.

“The Wieners Circle, an iconic hotdog stand on the north side of Chicago, promised free hotdogs for everyone if Bears HC Ben Johnson took off his shirt,” Schefter wrote on X. “Well….hot dogs, anyone?”

Bears’ Run Game Trounced Philadelphia’s Elite Defense

GettyRunning back Kyle Monangai of the Chicago Bears.

The Bears’ victory marked the second consecutive defeat for the Eagles (8-4), who blew a 21-0 lead against the Dallas Cowboys five days ago. Still, the Philadelphia defense had been decidedly improving across several weeks, and back-to-back games of 24 points allowed against upper-echelon NFL offenses like the Cowboys (1st overall after 12 games played) and the Bears (6th overall through 11 games) does not necessarily equate to poor results.

That said, what Chicago was able to do against Philly on the ground may have even surprised the players in the Bears’ locker room to an extent.

The team finished the afternoon with 47 rushing attempts for 281 yards and two scores. Seventh-round rookie Kyle Monangai hung 130 yards and a touchdown on the Eagles’ defense, while D’Andre Swift put up 122 yards and a score.

Johnson mentioned both backs in his postgame speech, though he awarded one of two game balls to the offensive line as a whole, which played impeccably against one of the more fearsome front-seven groups in the league. The other game ball went to defensive back Nashon Wright.

Bears Have Opportunity to Win Division, Contend for No. 1 Seed in NFC

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The Bears hadn’t beaten a team over .500 on the year coming into Philadelphia Friday, save for the Pittsburgh Steelers (6-5). Chicago’s win against the Eagles is sure to open some eyes and/or change the minds of several who were already watching closely.

The team faced statistically the most difficult schedule over the end of the season beginning with its Week 12 game against Pittsburgh at Soldier Field. After winning twice in five days, the Bears have moved to 9-3 and maintained their half-game lead over the Green Bay Packers (8-3-1), who bested the Detroit Lions (7-4) on Thanksgiving Day.

Chicago currently owns the second-best record in the NFC, behind only the Los Angeles Rams (9-2), who play a road game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday. The Seattle Seahawks (8-3) could move into a tie with the Bears if they can beat the visiting Minnesota Vikings this weekend.

The Bears now have nine days off to prepare for their first of two contests against the Green Bay Packers over the next three weeks, both of which will have major playoff, playoff-seeding and NFC North Division implications. Chicago travels to Lambeau Field on December 7 before hosting Green Bay at Soldier Field two weeks later.

TIME UPDATE: Packers vs. Bears at Lambeau Field — Kickoff Now Set for 3:25 PM CT! Here’s What You Need to Know About This High-Stakes Showdown!

The long-awaited NFC rivalry is about to get even more intense as the Packers and Bears face off under the Lambeau lights — but the game time has just been pushed back, and fans can’t stop talking about it! Why the change, and what does it mean for both teams’ playoff hopes? Get ready for an unforgettable showdown!

One of the oldest and fiercest rivalries in all of professional sports is officially set to resume. The NFL has confirmed the kickoff time for the iconic showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears at the legendary, frozen battleground known as Lambeau Field.

This is not just another game.
This is Packers vs. Bears — 100+ years of tension, tradition, heartbreak, triumph, and unforgettable moments. Every season, this matchup carries weight, but this one feels different. With rising stars, playoff ambitions, and two hungry fanbases, the stakes are sky-high.

And now, the moment is locked in.

🕒 Kickoff Time Set — 4:25 PM ET in Green Bay
The NFL has scheduled this rivalry clash for 4:25 PM ET, a late-afternoon slot that practically guarantees:

National attention with millions tuning in
Maximum drama as daylight fades into Lambeau’s icy evening
A crowd that grows louder and more electric as temperatures drop

Few stadiums match the intensity of Lambeau Field, and fewer rivalries match the emotional chaos of Packers vs. Bears.

🌨 Weather Forecast: Classic Lambeau Cold, Rising Winds, and Frozen Air
This matchup arrives as winter tightens its grip on Wisconsin, creating conditions that both teams must respect — and master.

Expected Game-Day Weather in Green Bay:

Temperature: 28–32°F — crisp, cold, and punishing
Wind: 14–18 mph — enough to alter kicks, punts, and deep passes
Sky: Mostly cloudy
Chance of Snow:

20–30% — small flurries possible throughout the day
Field Conditions: Frozen, firm grass; footing will be difficult, especially for finesse players

This is classic December-January Lambeau Field football: cold enough to sting, windy enough to disrupt, and dramatic enough to shape the outcome.

Quarterbacks will need precision.
Running backs will need power.
Receivers will need toughness.

This weather always favors the team that hits harder and stays disciplined longer.

🔥 Why This Matchup Comes With Extra Emotion

⭐ Green Bay Packers: Protecting Their Turf, Proving Their Growth
The Packers enter this matchup with:

Jordan Love continuing to grow into his leadership role
A young, dynamic receiving corps gaining confidence
A defense that thrives in cold-weather battles
A home-field advantage unlike any other in sports

Green Bay knows this game means more than standings. It’s about defending tradition, upholding legacy, and reminding Chicago whose stadium they’re entering.

⭐ Chicago Bears: Hungry, Physical, and Eager to Break the Streak
The Bears come into this game motivated by:

A revitalized offensive game plan
A hard-hitting defensive front built to disrupt
A desire to flip the rivalry and prove they’re no longer the little brother
A young roster craving its moment

The Bears have been waiting for a signature road win — and doing it at Lambeau would rewrite narratives instantly.

⚔ Where the Game Will Be Won
✔ Packers’ Path to Victory

Jordan Love must manage the wind and protect the football
Defense must pressure the Bears quarterback early
The run game needs to control tempo as temperatures fall
Lambeau’s home crowd must play its part in rattling Chicago

✔ Bears’ Path to Victory

Establish a physical ground attack to neutralize the cold
Force Love into mistakes with disguised pressure packages
Win field position battles on special teams
Stay disciplined against Green Bay’s motion-heavy scheme

This rivalry has never been about beauty.
It’s always been about toughness, grit, and resilience.

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Expect Late-Game Chaos at Lambeau
As daylight fades into a freezing Green Bay night, the final quarter is likely to deliver:

A fight for every yard
A clutch defensive stand
A game-winning drive or field goal attempt in the swirling wind

A moment that instantly joins the archive of memorable Packers-Bears finishes.

This is Lambeau Field — games here rarely end quietly.

🏁 Final Thoughts: An NFL Rivalry That Never Disappoints
With the kickoff time confirmed and the weather forecast setting the stage, the upcoming Packers vs. Bears battle promises to deliver everything fans crave:

Physical football
Emotional moments
Strategic chess matches
Environment-driven drama

A rivalry that feels bigger than two teams.
The Packers fight to defend Lambeau.
The Bears fight to change the story.
And when the stadium lights glow against the icy Wisconsin air at 4:25 PM ET, the next unforgettable chapter of this historic matchup will begin.

Oilers Lose Roslovic, Kapanen to Injuries: Timeline Update

The Edmonton Oilers will be without forwards Jack Roslovic and Kasperi Kapanen for the foreseeable future, head coach Kris Knoblauch said Friday, adding yet another set of injuries to list of injuries the team has been battling through.

When asked about the status of Roslovic, the coach responded that the winger is expected to miss “a couple weeks.” The injury came after Roslovic blocked a shot in Tuesday’s 8-3 loss to the Dallas Stars. The 28-year-old left the game for the final 15 minutes of the second period but returned in the third, logging five shifts and scoring a goal.

How much longer does Calvin Pickard have with the Oilers?

Even though he finished the game, Roslovic did not skate the next day and was not on the ice Friday either. In his first season with Edmonton, Roslovic has been a bright spot, posting 10 goals and eight assists through 23 games. That he’ll be out a couple of weeks at minimum is unfortunate news for the team. Knoblauch was asked if there was any chance of a broken bone, and the response was no.

Kapanen, meanwhile, suffered a setback Thursday as he worked toward returning from a long-term knee injury that has kept him out since Oct. 19. The forward looked good in skates and was ready to come back. Unfortunately, he got tangled up during a drill and left the ice, furious that he had hurt himself again. He smashed a bunch of sticks on the bench that went flying everywhere.

Knoblauch said the winger’s status has shifted from an imminent return to “at least a week, maybe several weeks.”

The Oilers will also be without defenceman Jake Walman on Saturday against the Seattle Kraken. Walman has been recovering from a shot block suffered last weekend and will miss his third straight game, though Knoblauch noted he is “making progress” and could return next week. Forward Noah Philp also remains sidelined.

There is some good news: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Curtis Lazar are expected back in the lineup Saturday.

Edmonton enters the matchup 10-10-5 and is sitting sixth in the Pacific Division, still searching for stability as injuries continue to disrupt the roster.

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