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CHICAGO - Less that one week after being hired as the 19th coach in franchise history, new Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has hired his three coordinators.

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Jan. 26, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National Weather Service,

J.T. Barrett also coming from Detroit to join Ben Johnson's staff. He will be the #Bears quarterbacks coach. Served as asst QB coach the previous 2 years for the Lions. — Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs)

Ben Johnson had a lot to say as the Chicago Bears introduced their new coach. His desire to create accountability and build a bond with GM Ryan Poles were top of mind.

After speculation that the Chicago Bears may target Darren Rizzi as a special teams coordinator, this reports says that’s no longer the plan:

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson is hard at work putting together his coaching staff, adding some big names to the mix on Friday.

Sources: The #Bears are hiring former #Saints head coach and respected guru Dennis Allen as their new defensive coordinator. The favorite to join coach Ben Johnson’s staff since Johnson’s hire, Allen adds experience and a top-notch DC to Chicago. pic.twitter.com/oYpIftgfB9

The Chicago Bears hired retired U,S. Army Lt. Col. Andy Riise last year to be the team's Mental Performance and Leadership Coordinator. While not an Xs and Os football coach, he does coach Bears players and other employees on the mental side of their game to help them perform their best.

The Chicago Bears are set to hold a press conference Wednesday to officially introduce their new head coach, Ben Johnson.

Analysis: Hiring a 28-year-old offensive coordinator straight from being tight ends coach for 2 years raises questions about experience and willingness to pay.