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.
John Morton worked closely with QB Jared Goff as a senior offensive assistant with the team in 2022. He won't be overhauling everything for Lions.
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.
The Detroit Lions’ new offensive coordinator is now confident that the proper ingredients are in place for him to have success. John Morton admitted he was not ready for the opportunity he
Denver Broncos pass game coordinator John Morton, left, chats with running back Jaleel McLaughlin as he takes part in drills at an NFL football training camp Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the team's headquarters in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) AP
New Lions offensive coordinator John Morton was on Dan Campbell's staff in 2022 as an offensive assistant where he helped create a lot of the concepts that has led to the Detroit Lions having one of the best offenses in the NFL over the last two seasons.
Lions offensive coordinator John Morton helped the Broncos win 10 games as their passing game coordinator in 2024.
Dan Campbell granted that assignment to John Morton, who spent the 2022 ... Suffice it to say that both Morton and Jared Goff are excited about the possibility of teaming up again.