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A young Chicago Bears fan holds up a “good, better, best” sign while watching players warm up for a game between the Bears and the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field in Chicago on Jan. 4, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
A young Chicago Bears fan holds up a “good, better, best” sign while watching players warm up for a game between the Bears and the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field in Chicago on Jan. 4, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Tribune Bears sports reporter Sean Hammond on April 9, 2025. (Peter Tsai/Chicago Tribune)
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Ben Johnson’s victory speeches have become a huge part of the Chicago Bears' identity. It all culminates with his now-signature “good, better, best” chant.
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