# Bears lead NFL in time of possession

> Bears lead NFL in time of possession but coach Ben Johnson prefers quick touchdowns.
- Title: Bears lead NFL in time of possession · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Bears lead NFL in time of possession but coach Ben Johnson prefers quick touchdowns. Bears lead NFL in time of possession with 35:30 average per game but…
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- Published: 2026-10-24T09:33:48.97+00:00
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- Topics: bears, nfl, time of possession, ben johnson, touchdown drives, offensive plays, sports
## Bears lead NFL in time of possession
Bears lead NFL in time of possession with 35:30 average per 60-minute game.
## Ben Johnson prefers one-play TD drives
Coach Ben Johnson says he prefers one-play drives for touchdowns over long drives.
## Bears' offensive stats
Bears run 505 offensive plays this season, highest in NFL, averaging over 70 plays per game.
## Johnson's coaching philosophy
Johnson focuses on explosive plays and quick scoring over long drives.
## Bears' offensive efficiency
Bears show good offense but sometimes take longer to score than Johnson prefers.
## Key takeaway

Bears lead NFL in time of possession with 35:30 average per game but coach Ben Johnson prefers one-play touchdown drives over long drives.