The Lions did not promote from within to replace offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, but they did choose someone with ties to the team's offensive scheme.
Upon leaving for Chicago, former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson noted that the "runway has been built" in Detroit. New OC John Morton believes his familiarity will help foster that clear runway.
New Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton didn't hestitate in confirming that he will be the team's play-caller in 2025. Morton revealed the news during an interview with FOX 2 that aired Monday.
John Morton played HS football at Auburn Hills Avondale and in college at Western Michigan before embarking on a long NFL coaching career
Lions offensive coordinator John Morton helped the Broncos win 10 games as their passing game coordinator in 2024.
John Morton and Jared Goff worked together for a season in 2022. Now, the two will reunite as the Lions look to replace Ben Johnson.