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Bears Hand Antwaan Randle El Second-Half Playcalling Duties

8/16/2026

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Head coach Ben Johnson gave play-calling duties to wide receivers coach Antwaan Randle El for the second half of the preseason opener versus the Cleveland Browns.
The Bears scored 24 unanswered points and won 34-10 as Randle El’s offense produced 12 first downs and 235 yards.
Johnson praised Randle El and said he may let other assistants call plays in future preseason games, viewing him as a possible offensive coordinator or head coach.

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Head coach Ben Johnson gave play-calling duties to wide receivers coach Antwaan Randle El for the second half of the preseason opener versus the Cleveland Browns.
The Bears scored 24 unanswered points and won 34-10 as Randle El’s offense produced 12 first downs and 235 yards.
Johnson praised Randle El and said he may let other assistants call plays in future preseason games, viewing him as a possible offensive coordinator or head coach.