Here’s what we learned from the Bears’ main decision makers on Tuesday, as the 2026 training camp officially opened at Halas Hall. Continuity is key for Ben JohnsonJohnson made it clear, yet again: The 2026 Bears are not going to be the same team as the 2025 Bears. "It's a chance for us to create a new chapter of Chicago Bears football, the 2026 version." He’ll be under contract through the 2027 season, but the Bears are looking to get a contract extension done with him. ESPN reported the Vikings signed right tackle Brian O'Neill to a four-year, $96 million contract extension on Tuesday.