Detroit Lions Dominate Chicago Bears 52-21 in Campbell-Johnson Return

The Detroit Lions dominated the Chicago Bears 52-21 in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season, with Lions head coach Dan Campbell praising his team's strong communication, fundamentals, and especially the offensive and defensive lines. Campbell emphasized that the offensive line’s performance was crucial to allowing the offense to excel, highlighting the unit's pride and improvement. The game marked a notable return for Bears head coach Ben Johnson, formerly the Lions' offensive coordinator, but his team struggled significantly and faced criticism for collapsing in the second half. Despite the Lions scoring a late touchdown on a fourth-and-goal play while already leading, Johnson defended Campbell's decision to go for it, recognizing it as consistent with Campbell's aggressive coaching style. Sports analyst Rich Eisen suggested Campbell’s decision to run up the score was a statement to silence critics doubting the Lions' offensive capabilities without Johnson. The Lions now face a tougher challenge against the Baltimore Ravens, while the Bears continue to grapple with performance issues despite high expectations for their young coach and quarterback.