Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze is excited to play for new head coach Ben Johnson — and excited about showing off some skills he hasn't previously displayed, thanks to Johnson's penchant for trick plays.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze was one of a few players in attendance at new head coach Ben Johnson's introductory press conference. Odunze, drafted just eight picks after quarterback Caleb Williams, will be an important young key for the team going into his second year with Johnson now as his new head coach.

NEW ORLEANS — As the Bears limped to the end of their disappointing season, wide receiver DJ Moore kept an eye on Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. He suspected the Bears’ front office wanted to hire him as their head coach after firing Matt Eberflus.