Who said Liam Coen can handle Caleb Williams?

Bears coach Ben Johnson said that.

Why is Caleb Williams in the news lately?

He is gaining popularity and is on the cover of Madden 27.

What do Bears assistants say about Ben Johnson?

They say he is intense but they trust him, using the phrase 'We have Ben'.

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Bears coach Ben Johnson on Jaguars' Liam Coen's shot at QB Caleb Williams: He can handle it

First publishedJul 31, 13:48 UTC

Last updatedAug 1, 12:22 UTC · 19m ago

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<a class="Link" href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears" target="_blank" >Bears</a> assistants don’t typically spend a lot of time with coach <a class="Link" href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears/2026/07/31/bears-coach-ben-johnson-on-jaguars-liam-coens-shot-at-qb-caleb-williams-he-can-handle-it" target="_blank" >Ben Johnson</a> on game day.That’s by design — Johnson is notoriously intense and not particularly chatty hours before kickoff — but also practical. Many of the team’s assistants head up to the coaching booth before Johnson’s pregame speech.Even from the coaching box, though, they can feel Johnson when he takes the field.

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Bears coach Ben Johnson said Jaguars offensive coordinator Liam Coen can handle the pressure of facing Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. He praised Williams' talent and said he is ready for the challenge. Williams is gaining fame and appears on the cover of Madden 27. Bears assistants say Johnson is intense but they trust him, using the phrase 'We have Ben'.

Why it matters

It shows how the Bears view their young star quarterback and the confidence they have in their coach. Fans care because it affects expectations for upcoming games and team morale.

In brief

Who said Liam Coen can handle Caleb Williams?: Bears coach Ben Johnson said that.
Why is Caleb Williams in the news lately?: He is gaining popularity and is on the cover of Madden 27.
What do Bears assistants say about Ben Johnson?: They say he is intense but they trust him, using the phrase 'We have Ben'.

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One article focuses on Caleb Williams' rising fame and Madden 27 cover. The other article emphasizes Ben Johnson's intense coaching style and the team's trust in him.

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