Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown shared a lighthearted exchange with former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, who recently became the head coach of the Chicago Bears.
On the “St. Brown Podcast,” Amon-Ra recounted telling Johnson, “For two times a year, Ben, we’re going to f— you up,” to which Johnson replied, “I’ma f— you up.” This playful banter underscores the competitive spirit between the two, especially now that Johnson will face his former team twice each season.
Despite Johnson’s departure, St. Brown expressed admiration for his former coach, highlighting his intelligence and work ethic.
He acknowledged Johnson’s aspiration to become a head coach and understood his decision to join a division rival. St. Brown also dismissed criticisms suggesting that Johnson’s interview process affected the Lions’ playoff preparation, emphasizing Johnson’s commitment to the team during that period.
This coaching change adds a new layer to the Lions-Bears rivalry, with both teams eager to assert dominance in their upcoming encounters.
