Green Bay Packers defensive back Javon Bullard dismissed the Chicago Bears as “little bro” after the Packers routed the Bears 31-7 in a key NFC North matchup on October 11, 2026. This victory improved both teams' records to 3-2 and served as a spirited response to Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s persistent provocations since his hiring 21 months earlier. Johnson, who became Chicago’s coach on January 21, 2025, openly targeted the Packers and their coach Matt LaFleur, stirring rivalry tension with bold remarks and controversial actions.

Johnson's tenure has been defined by his confrontational attitude, including derogatory comments about the Packers, calls for fans to oppose Green Bay, and tense handshake exchanges with LaFleur. Despite this, the Packers have held the upper hand, with LaFleur boasting a 13-3 record against Chicago. The overall rivalry reflects a dramatic shift since 1992, as the Packers now lead the series 110-98-6, overturning an earlier advantage held by the Bears, thanks to a dominant 53-18 run in the last 71 games.

On Sunday, Green Bay players responded firmly to Johnson’s provocations. Bullard’s “little bro” comment was echoed by right tackle Anthony Belton, who declared the Packers the “big dog” in the rivalry. Defensive tackle Karl Brooks emphasized that pregame talk means little compared to actual performance on the field. The Packers’ win not only cemented their superiority on this day but also quieted their historic rivals’ previously loud posturing.

Though LaFleur avoided escalating verbal spats with Johnson, choosing to focus on the game and players, his team’s commanding performance spoke volumes. The Packers’ decisive victory underscored their current dominance over the Bears, reaffirming the rivalry’s status and the Packers’ position atop the NFC North, at least for now.