Sean McVay: Ben Johnson does a damn good job
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Key Points:
- Sean McVay will face Ben Johnson in a head coach matchup for the first time on Sunday, having previously game-planned against Johnson when he was the Lions’ offensive coordinator.
- McVay praised Johnson’s deep understanding of defenses and his strategic approach to manipulating rules and coverage to maximize player skill sets.
- Johnson’s offensive philosophy includes building systems tailored to quarterbacks with different skillsets, demonstrated by his success with Jared Goff and Caleb Williams.
- McVay highlighted Johnson’s flexibility and timely play-calling, such as mixing in screens and go routes to gain advantages during games.
- McVay expressed excitement about the challenge, emphasizing the competitive nature of facing a well-prepared and innovative opponent.
