Chicago Bears Coach Ben Johnson Regrets Halftime Interview Amid Road Win

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson expressed regret over a contentious halftime interview during their Week 4 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders. During the interview, Johnson responded curtly to sideline reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala's questions about his offense's struggles, a reaction he later attributed to a miscommunication and being in "game mode." Despite the early frustrations, the Bears rallied in the second half to secure a 25-24 win, highlighted by a crucial blocked 54-yard field goal by cornerback Josh Blackwell in the closing seconds. Johnson acknowledged the offensive issues throughout the first four games, including his own role as a playcaller, describing the performance as "just a mess" and expressing disappointment. He praised the team's character for overcoming adversity and vowed to improve his communication in future interviews. The Bears will use their upcoming bye week to address these challenges as they prepare for their next game.