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Bears Promote Press Taylor to Offensive Coordinator as Ben Johnson Keeps Play-Calling

Chicago says the reshaped offensive staff preserves continuity for Caleb Williams following offseason exits.

Overview

  • The Bears made four offensive moves official, elevating passing game coordinator Press Taylor and hiring Eric Studesville, Will Lawing and Isaiah Ford.
  • Head coach Ben Johnson will continue to call plays after Chicago’s offense ranked sixth in 2025 with Caleb Williams setting a franchise passing record.
  • Taylor replaces Declan Doyle, who departed to become the Ravens’ offensive coordinator with play-calling authority.
  • Studesville returns to Chicago to coach running backs, filling the role vacated by Eric Bieniemy’s move to the Chiefs as offensive coordinator.
  • The team did not name a passing game coordinator, and Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles are expected to discuss staff roles at the NFL Scouting Combine.