Ben Johnson admits Chicago Bears' crushing 52-21 blowout loss to Detroit Lions ‘feels like a kick’ in brutal 0-2 start

The Chicago Bears’ new era under head coach Ben Johnson has stumbled badly out of the gate. After a lopsided 52-21 defeat to the Detroit Lions on Sunday, the Bears sit at 0-2, leaving their rookie coach searching for answers and his players visibly shaken by the brutal opening to the 2025 NFL season.At Ford Field, it was Dan Campbell’s Lions who dictated terms from the opening whistle. Detroit’s offense sliced through Chicago’s defense with ruthless efficiency, finding the end zone drive after drive. The Bears, meanwhile, struggled to sustain momentum on either side of the ball. By halftime, the game had already tilted heavily in Detroit’s favor, and the second half only deepened the gulf.In the aftermath, Johnson did not hide from the sting of the loss. “Anytime you lose a game like that, it feels like a kick in the teeth,” the first-year coach admitted. His candid words captured both the frustration and the reality of a team still searching for its identity. For fans who hoped his leadership would immediately spark change, Sunday’s rout was a sobering reminder of the long road ahead.Johnson also offered a glimpse into the locker room’s mood after the blowout. “These guys, they’re hurtin’. It stinks. They fought,” he said, pointing to the emotional toll of back-to-back defeats. The Bears’ players were visibly dejected, with frustration mounting after another game in which execution fell short. The sense of urgency is rising, and the team now faces the delicate balance of regrouping without letting morale collapse.For Johnson, the challenge ahead is as much psychological as tactical. The Bears’ opening two games have exposed glaring defensive lapses and offensive inconsistencies, leaving little margin for error moving forward. With a difficult schedule still looming, Johnson’s ability to keep his roster unified and motivated could determine whether this season spirals or stabilizes. Chicago fans, desperate for progress, will be watching closely to see how their new coach responds.Also read: Will Puka Nacua play tonight against the Titans? Latest injury update on Rams star WR