T.J. Edwards explains what Bears HC Ben Johnson has instilled in team
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T.J. Edwards explains what Bears HC Ben Johnson has instilled in team
Ariana Pensy, Bears Wire·Bears Wire
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Week 2 went wrong in every possible way for theChicago Bears. The offense was flat and only managed to put up three points. Starting quarterbackCaleb Williamssuffered a Grade 2 hamstring injury, causing Chicago to go into their first prime-time game with a third-string quarterback who had not started a game in over 1,000 days.
That did not matter for theBearsgoing against thePhiladelphia Eagleson Monday night. QuarterbackCase Keenumhad three touchdowns and Chicago's defense forced three turnovers including an interception from linebackerT.J. Edwardsin a 27-7 victory.
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Edwards discussed how this win displayed the Bears' ability to respond to any adversity that comes their way and how head coach Ben Johnson establishes that standard.
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; General view of fireworks during the pregame ceremony before the game between Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; The Chicago Bears enter the field before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) passes against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) passes against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates with wide receiver Zavion Thomas (13) after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Elijah Hicks (22) and defensive back Josh Blackwell (39) react during the first half against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman (31) intercepts the ball against Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Devin Bush (12) reacts during the first half against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; General view of fireworks during the pregame ceremony before the game between Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; General view of fireworks during the pregame ceremony before the game between Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; The Chicago Bears enter the field before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) passes against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) passes against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) celebrates with wide receiver Zavion Thomas (13) after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Elijah Hicks (22) and defensive back Josh Blackwell (39) react during the first half against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman (31) intercepts the ball against Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Eagles: Photos from Chicago's 27-7 win in Week 3
Sep 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Devin Bush (12) reacts during the first half against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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"Our standards for how we operate, whether it's a win or a loss, it doesn't really change," Edwards said. "We come in here, we go to work, we correct what we need to…I know it sounds whatever, but it's just a day-to-day thing that [Ben Johnson] has kind of instilled in this team."
Chicago will be looking to build off this victory with their Week 4 matchup against theNew York Jets. The Jets actually only have one turnover so far this season although their offense has struggled in the run game and their top running back,Breece Hall, most likely will not be available for this game. This could be an interesting challenge for the Bears' defense, although Chicago has not lost to New York at home since 1997.
