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Sports Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | | |
| | | | | Good morning, Chicago. After a Bears victory, fans across the city keep hitting refresh on their social media feeds. When coach Ben Johnson’s postgame speech hits, it’s a must-watch. Johnson’s victory speeches have become a huge part of the team’s indentity, and they culminate with his signature “good, better, best” chant. But what's the story behind the chant? Sean Hammond explores. Stay connected with us all day: Sign up for our newsletters to get the latest news in your inbox. And you can follow us on social media: X, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Threads. Not a Tribune subscriber? Here's our latest offer. | | | | What are the Chicago Bears’ keys to victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round? Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions weekly. | | | | | Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu is drawing eyes around the NBA during the best shooting year of his career. | | | | | What is Ben Johnson’s “good, better, best” victory speech and where does it come from? If fans didn’t know, they certainly do after a playoff win over Green Bay. | | | | | Rookie Nick Lardis was called up from Rockford a day after Connor Bedard was injured. It was hectic, but things are flowing better a month into his NHL career. | | | | | The Chicago Stars women’s soccer team is asking Evanston for a permit to play at Ryan Field in 2027. It’s due to open in fall 2026. | | | | | The Chicago Bears sent a survey to season ticket holders asking what they think of a potential new enclosed stadium in northwest Indiana. | | | |
