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Ben Johnson likes Commanders hire even if it's not his coaching tree
It's not exactly a case of Ben Johnson saying, "take that," to Rams coach Sean McVay in a battle of who has the bigger coaching tree. McVay has a tree stretching out across the NFL while Johnson has just begun his career.
College Football News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / April 24
Seth Davis says Gophers basketball is the second-worst job in the Big Ten
The Gophers have had a tumultuous offseason with the firing of Ben Johnson and the hiring of new head coach Niko Medved. There's been plenty of talk about
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 4
NFL executive's bold take about the Lions' loss of Ben Johnson couldn't be much farther from the truth
Way back in January of 2021, the Detroit Lions introduced Dan Campbell as their new head coach. He got up and did a presser for over an hour, and it was
The 'CFB champion QB's since 1998' quiz
How many of the NCAA QBs who won the College Football National Championship in the BCS and CFP era can you name in five minutes?
College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / March 24
Grading the Nico Medved Hire for Minnesota Basketball
It was pretty obvious that Minnesota Basketball was going to be looking for a new coach after this season. And that held true as the Gophers let Ben Johnson go after four seasons following his team’s loss in the Big Ten Tournament.
Coaching carousel: Dominoes continue to fall, are the Gophers next?
It has been 10 days since the Gophers fired Ben Johnson and they still haven't officially found his replacement. Dominos in the coaching carousel continue to fall across the country, but is Minnesota the next school to hire a new men's basketball head coach?
Gophers AD Mark Coyle addresses Ben Johnson's firing for first time
University of Minnesota Director of Athletics Mark Coyle spoke to the media on Friday for the first time since firing Ben Johnson earlier this week. He had a lot to say, but the main takeaway is that Minnesota plans to move fast in its search for a new men's basketball head coach.
College Football News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / March 2
Analyst claims Ben Johnson is 'elite coach' at 'one of the toughest jobs in America'
Everyone seems to have an opinion on Gophers head coach Ben Johnson nowadays. Amid his fourth season with the program, there continues to be ongoing discussions about his future with the program, but national college basketball analyst Seth Davis seems to have a strong opinion on the job that he has done at Minnesota this season.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 31, 2025
Nick Caley turned aside Jets' OC interest; Tanner Engstrand still Frontrunner
Aaron Glenn moved quickly in finding a defensive coordinator for his first Jets staff. On the offensive side of the ball, further clarity has emerged regarding the two top candidates.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / January 21, 2025
Lions RB David Montgomery Reacts to Ben Johnson Joining His Former Team
Entering the 2025 offseason, it was no secret that the Detroit Lions were going to be seeing some changes to their coaching staff. With that, it was no surprise when offensive coordinator Ben Johnson found his next job quickly after the Lions were eliminated from the playoffs.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 21, 2025
Chicago Bears pass catcher named as top potential cap casualty in 2025
The Chicago Bears offense is expected to make drastic changes in 2025 with Ben Johnson leaving the Detroit Lions to become the new head coach at Halas Hall.
Losing Ben Johnson Stings, But Offense Will Still Dominate
One coordinator gone. One to go. That's the situation the Detroit Lions find themselves in after offensive coordinator Ben Johnson agreed Monday to become the Chicago Bears’ next head coach.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20, 2025
Ben Johnson's contract with Chicago Bears expected to crush usual first-time coach salary
The Chicago Bears knew they would have to pay up to secure Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to be their next head coach, and early reports of Johnson's contract with the team prove the organization was willing to do it.
Can Jared Goff Prosper Without Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson?
Former Cal quarterback Jared Goff is getting plenty of criticism from everyone, including himself, for his performance in the playoff loss to the Washington Commanders on Saturday, and now more questions will be thrown at Goff regarding his future without Ben Johnson guiding him along.
Fordham Rams News / Pro Football Rumors / January 20, 2025
Lions HC Dan Campbell expects OC Ben Johnson, DC Aaron Glenn to depart
Both are free to speak with teams at any time over the coming days.
Fordham Rams News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6, 2025
Jaguars showing interest in offensive-minded coaches for HC vacancy
Jaguars GM Trent Baalke is staying on, which has surprised many around the league. Baalke will now be part of the team’s HC search, which looks to have a certain skill set in mind.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 19, 2024
Ben Johnson predicted to leave Lions for sneaky potential head coaching opening
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell knows his current staff will not remain intact forever. Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson sure to be in-demand for head coaching interviews again.
Fordham Rams News / The 33rd Team / November 17, 2024
Lions OC Ben Johnson Is NFL's Best Head Coaching Candidate
There's a reason Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is viewed as the most coveted head coaching candidate of next offseason, and it's because of performances like the one on Sunday.
Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Sports Fan / November 11, 2024
Local Insider Floats the 'Logical Choice' for Next Gophers MBB Head Coach
The Minnesota Gophers brought in Minneapolis-native Ben Johnson as men’s basketball head coach, after Richard Pitino was fired in 2021. At the time, athletic director Mark Coyle hoped someone with local ties could establish recruiting roots in-state that would keep the best talent home.
Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 31, 2024
Minnesota Gophers MBB Lands 3-Star Prospect Out of California
The Minnesota Gophers basketball team is set to tip off their 2024-25 season on November 6th, facing Oral Roberts at The Barn. This year’s opener marks not only the start of a new season but also the beginning of head coach Ben Johnson’s fourth year leading the program.
College Football News / Minnesota Sports Fan / April 6, 2024
Ben Johnson on Hot Seat? Mark Coyle Angry Gophers Missed NCAA Tournament Again
It’s been five seasons (2018-19) since the Minnesota Gophers men’s basketball team went dancing at the NCAA Tournament, which even for a school that has a checkered basketball past, is a lot.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 20, 2024
Panthers Complete Interview with Ben Johnson
The Carolina Panthers head coaching search is in full swing as they just completed an interview with Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, bringing the list to eleven.
NFL News / DC Sports King / January 16, 2024
Lions OC Ben Johnson will interview this week for Commanders HC
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is preparing for the daunting challenge of Todd Bowles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for Sunday’s NFC Divisional Round playoff game.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 14, 2024
NFL player prop: Call dibs on Gibbs
As Jared Goff looks to lead the Detroit Lions to their first playoff victory since 1992, his expected passing duel with the L.A. Rams' Matthew Stafford can be bolstered by the player who has the King of Props' support for top prop.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 13, 2024
Source: Commanders Coach Target Johnson in 'Tug of War'
Once a Washington Commanders fan plows through the nonsense, there can be clarity. Look how quickly owner Josh Harris moved to hiring a GM in Adam Peters of the 49ers.
College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 12, 2024
Commanders’ New GM Adam Peters Expected To Target Lions OC Ben Johnson For HC Job
Ralph Vacchiano, citing multiple league sources, reports Commanders’ new GM Adam Peters is expected to target Lions OC Ben Johnson for their head coaching vacancy. Johnson is among the most in-demand candidates for a head coaching job this offseason and isn’t short of potential suitors.
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