# Ben Johnson Accused of Rivalry Tactics

> Ben Johnson faces backlash for aggressive rivalry tactics after Bears lose to Packers.
- Title: Ben Johnson Accused of Rivalry Tactics · EssentiallySports
- Summary: Ben Johnson faces backlash for aggressive rivalry tactics after Bears lose to Packers. Ben Johnson's aggressive rivalry comments and actions after Bears'…
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- Author: Farheen Fathima
- Published: 2026-10-16T00:43:31+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ben johnson, green bay packers, chicago bears, matt lafleur, nfl, rivalry, sports
## Ben Johnson's rivalry comments
Ben Johnson criticized Packers after Bears lost 31-7 to Green Bay in Week 5.

> F*** the Packers. F*** them. F******* hate those guys.
## Former player criticizes Johnson
Mark Schlereth said Johnson's tactics put Bears in a tougher position to win.

> You don’t have to go out there and tackle anybody.
## Rivalry intensity
Johnson celebrated with expletive-filled comments after Bears beat Packers in January.

> This is a rivalry. And the city of Chicago, Green Bay, it needs to be a rivalry.
## Coaching styles contrast
Packers coach Matt LaFleur focuses on players, not coaches, in rivalry games.

> Because this game is about players and so we’ll keep it about the players.
## Bears' recent loss
Bears lost 31-7 to Packers in Week 5, ending their rivalry lead.

> The Packers now lead the iconic rivalry 110-98-6.
## Johnson's coaching stance
Johnson's aggressive tactics risked Bears' performance in upcoming games.

> As a broadcaster and a guy who does podcasts, don’t ever change.
## Key takeaway

Ben Johnson's aggressive rivalry comments and actions after Bears' 31-7 loss to Packers drew criticism.