Chicago Bears Debut Coach Johnson, Announce Arlington Heights Stadium Plans

The Chicago Bears will face the Miami Dolphins in their NFL preseason opener at Soldier Field, marking the head coaching debut of Ben Johnson. Notably, quarterback Caleb Williams and 18 other starters will sit out this game. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Vikings are dealing with setbacks as wide receiver Jordan Addison is suspended for the first three games of the season, and Rondale Moore is sidelined with a serious knee injury. To address their depleted receiving corps, the Vikings are considering several potential wide receiver options, including a possible reunion with Adam Thielen or signing Odell Beckham Jr. In their preseason opener, the Vikings secured a 20-10 victory over the Houston Texans, showcasing new talent under quarterback J.J. McCarthy. This period of adjustment reflects the teams' efforts to solidify their rosters ahead of the regular season.