The Brief Jaylon Johnson said Saturday he's entering a "contract year" with the Bears. Especially because Johnson knows the 2026 season is a pivotal one for him. What they're saying:Johnson said he was consistently in pain throughout the 2026 season. But, considering where the Bears are financially, he considers the 2026 season a "contract year." Johnson carries a $24.5 million cap hit in 2026, and a $25 million cap hit in 2027.