Ben Johnson and Matt LaFleur are not pals. They don't have a shared history together or any coaching connections or shared mentors. Calling another coach out by name-- one you're not buddies with ...
"Ben Johnson went out of his way to say Matt LaFleur's name in his introductory press conference. You'd think they are old friends or have at least crossed paths somewhere or have some coaching ...
That win helped to put Johnson on the map ... the only win of his time as interim head coach following the firing of Matt Eberflus, but took a major weight off of the franchise's shoulders ...