Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland and Arizona Cardinals cornerback Will Johnson built their friendship at the University of Michigan. Both players arrived at the university as part of the Wolverines’ 2022 recruiting class. The two eventually lived as roommates and became key players on opposite sides of the ball.
Loveland developed into an elite tight end, while Johnson emerged as a shutdown cornerback. The two athletes pushed each other in daily practices and matchups. This intense routine strengthened their on- and off-the-field brotherhood.
During their sophomore seasons in 2023, both Loveland and Johnson helped lead the Wolverines to an undefeated 15-0 record and a College Football Playoff National Championship. Both players earned first-team All-Big Ten recognition for their standout performances. Johnson also received first-team All-American honors.
Arizona Cardinals cornerback Will Johnson (0) reacts after a pass defense against the Atlanta Falcons.
Chicago Bears’ Colston Loveland reacts to Will Johnson’s post
The public caught a glimpse of their bond recently after Johnson shared some photos on Instagram showing him and his teammates at practice. Loveland quickly appeared in the comments section and left a brief but supportive message for his former teammate.
“Two2smoooove,” the Bears star wrote.
Loveland and Johnson played for the Wolverines for three seasons. They entered the NFL in 2025 following their successful collegiate runs. The Bears selected Loveland 10th overall in the first round. The Cardinals, on the other hand, picked Johnson 47th overall in the second round.
Despite the distance and playing for different franchises now, they maintain their strong connection. They remain close friends and continue to celebrate each other’s achievements. Both Loveland and Johnson have referred to each other as brothers in interviews.
The two athletes have yet to meet on the field as NFL players. Similar to 2025, the Bears and Cardinals will also not face off in the 2026 regular season.
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