Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson isn't losing any sleep over Tom Brady's unusual status as both a Las Vegas Raiders minority owner and a television broadcaster.

Even with increasing chatter about a conflict of interest, Johnson says the matter is exaggerated and won't influence the way he prepares his team.

Brady's Dual Roles Cause Concerns

Ben Johnson Shrugs Off Concerns Over Tom Brady’s Dual Role Ben Johnson Shrugs Off Concerns Over Tom Brady’s Dual Role
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 14: Head coach Ben Johnson of the Chicago Bears looks on prior to the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 14, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Nic Antaya/Getty Images

Brady became part of the Raiders' ownership team in 2024, sparking interest in how his dual role would unfold. This Sunday, he will be in the broadcast booth calling the Bears' game against the Dallas Cowboys. A week from Sunday, Brady's Raiders will play host to Chicago in Las Vegas.

Given the timing, there were questions about whether Johnson would be less forthcoming with Brady ahead of their head-to-head meeting. According to TMZ Sports, the coach dismissed those concerns, though.

Johnson's Take: 'Business as Usual'

During an interview with the media, Johnson clarified that he has been careful with his messaging throughout the season and does not intend to alter the way he goes about things.

I've been careful [with] everything I've said since the season started. I've been in pure coach speak mode. So me, it's just business as usual. I'm just fine. I like Tom and we have a really good relationship.

When asked further, Johnson pointed out that Brady's presence does not provide the Raiders with an edge competitively. The 39-year-old football coach said they "change week-to-week" in terms of what they do.

"Schematically, he's gonna be able to turn on the tape and see what everyone else in the world's seeing right now," he added.

The Brady Sideline Spotlight

Speculation about Brady's involvement grew when he was seen in the Raiders' coaching box wearing a headset during a "Monday Night Football" game against the Los Angeles Chargers. That appearance triggered arguments about whether his work as an owner strays into the realm of coaches and executives.

The NFL, however, quickly clarified that Brady did not violate any rules by being in the box. Critics still maintain that the optics could fuel additional scrutiny, however, particularly as Brady's work as a broadcaster crosses over into Raiders games.

The league already imposes strict guidelines on Brady's activities to avoid conflicts tied to his ownership. Whether additional measures will follow remains uncertain. For now, the NFL maintains that Brady has not overstepped any boundaries.

And as for Johnson and the Bears, it remains all about game preparation. With Chicago hosting the Cowboys first and then Brady's Raiders, the head coach is being a steady presence: film doesn't lie, and opponents can only study what already exists on tape.

To Johnson, the controversy is something of a "nothing burger." Although fans and experts can continue to wonder about Brady's balancing act, Chicago's coach appears unconcerned and eager to demonstrate it on the field.