Tense Postgame Handshake Between Matt LaFleur, Ben Johnson Turns Heads

The postgame handshake between Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur has captured attention due to the ongoing tension between the two. This animosity dates back to when Johnson hired LaFleur over a year ago, during which Johnson openly criticized LaFleur during his press conference, recalling their previous matchups.

The situation escalated during the playoffs earlier this year when Johnson performed a quick, icy handshake with LaFleur after the Bears eliminated the Packers from the postseason.

This moment was the primary topic of conversation leading up to Sunday's game, with the handshake being the focal point of discussion. As the week progressed, LaFleur made a swift exit during the handshake, causing awkwardness in Johnson. Fans quickly took to social media to express their reactions to the tense moment. Many pointed out the significant message conveyed without uttering a single word.

One fan remarked, "Wow…. So much said with not even one word. I forgot this was a get back game for LaFleur for what Ben Johnson said." Another user remarked, "That handshake had more tension than a Thanksgiving dinner." Fans also noted the intense camera angle on Johnson, with one joking, "Ben Johnson is the only one that has had some kind of problem btw, true little brother syndrome."

LaFleur seemed to deliver a clear message with his actions after the handshake, as another fan stated, "LaFleur said nothing needed to be said and then delivered the lesson." Johnson and the Bears will have the opportunity to avenge this loss when they face the Packers again in a Week 16 matchup this Christmas Day.