WATCH: Colston Loveland on Ben Johnson, rookie minicamp, and syncing with Caleb Williams

WATCH: Colston Loveland on Ben Johnson, rookie minicamp, and syncing with Caleb Williams


Tony Crumpton Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor -

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland addressed the media after day one of Rookie Minicamp.

“I love his spirit, his energy … He’s no nice guy, I see him getting on (people’s) butt," Loveland said about his new head coach Ben Johnson.

Watch the press conference below:

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Video summary/cliff notes:

(00:00–00:18) Loveland is taking mental reps seriously while being limited physically, staying sharp by visualizing plays and studying the playbook.

(00:18–00:39) He and quarterback Caleb Williams have discussed syncing up and will adapt their approach as circumstances evolve.

(00:39–01:34) Loveland praises new offensive coordinator Ben Johnson for his intensity, energy, and balanced coaching style—motivating but demanding.

(01:56–02:15) His experience at Michigan helped prepare him for the NFL due to its pro-style offense and similar terminology.

(02:32–02:52) Currently participating in workouts and running, though with lighter weights as he gradually increases activity.

(02:52–03:20) Discovered his knack for separation as a sophomore in high school and has since worked to refine that skill through practice and repetition.

(03:39–03:53) Eager to return to full-contact drills like hitting bags but is following medical protocol and trusting the training staff.

(04:18–04:36) Looking forward to learning from veteran teammates like Cole Kmet, soaking up knowledge and culture.

(04:36–04:57) Chose jersey number 84 after 18 was unavailable; sees 84 as a classic tight end number.

(04:57–05:18) Has had light interaction with Caleb Williams so far, but plans to connect more over the summer, including joining him for offseason workouts.

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