The Chicago Bears will put on the pads for the first time at their practice Monday morning at Halas Hall, following an intense week of practice last week as the team gets used to new head coach Ben Johnson's style. Chicago Sun-Times beat reporter Patrick Finley emphasized the intensity and urgency with which Johnson coaches.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson loves rookie Colston Loveland's work ethic as the 10th overall pick rehabs his way back from an offseason shoulder surgery

Having a respected veteran like Byard buying into Johnson's philosophy, it's a big sign of leadership for this franchise. Johnson clearly wants to build a foundation of winning in Chicago, and getting team leaders like Byard to buy in will be crucial to building a culture that leads to success.

In January, Johnson was announced as the Bears’ 19th head coach in the team’s history. He previously served as an assistant coach for six years for the Detroit Lions.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson is fine with a three-man race during training camp determining who will start at left tackle this season

Bears head coach Ben Johnson calls rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III "day-to-day" with a soft tissue injury in training camp