After a Week 2 Loss, Bears CB Jaylon Johnson Faces Criticism for Revealing Secrets
The Chicago Bears are now 1-1 following their Week 2 defeat to the Houston Texans, a loss that wasn’t entirely unexpected as the Texans were favored by a touchdown. Despite this setback, Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson remains a key defensive asset, having proven his worth in their Week 1 win over the Tennessee Titans.
Johnson, ranked as the 8th best defensive back in coverage by Pro Football Focus with an impressive 81.0 overall grade, has maintained his high level of play since entering the NFL in 2020. His standout performance in 2023 included allowing just a 47.8 passer rating when targeted. Although he did allow Texans wide receiver Nico Collins to score, he was not the primary defender on that play.
The real controversy stems from Johnson’s off-field activities. Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud reportedly confronted Johnson, urging him to stop revealing strategic insights on podcasts. Johnson, who had shared how he tricks quarterbacks into interceptions on a podcast with Richard Sherman, has joined a growing trend of NFL players engaging with the media. While podcasts like the Kelce brothers’ “New Heights” offer fans valuable behind-the-scenes content, they can also expose crucial game strategies.
As player involvement in podcasts continues to rise, it remains to be seen how this trend will impact teams and their game plans.