Ben Johnson takes over Chicago with a plan to attack Flores’ blitz-heavy Vikings under pressure—emphasizing space, fundamentals and midgame adjustments to blunt a defense famed for takeaways. He warns the Bears will get hit in the teeth and must stay open-minded.

Minnesota’s unit finished strong last season in takeaways and third-down stops, added veteran DTs Javon Hargrave and Jonathan Allen to boost the interior, and remains dangerous on early downs. Caleb Williams’ two-game note against Minnesota is cited as a blueprint for how Flores’ defense can be challenged.

Johnson stresses a differen t Bears identity and QB, aiming for disciplined detail and communication to counter Flores’ pressure and create timely big plays in Week 1.