While it appeared like Ben Johnson was the heavy favorite to land the head coach job for the Washington Commanders, the Lions offensive coordinator will return for another season with the Detroit Lions, according to Tom Pelissero. Per Pelissero, Johnson informed both the Commanders and the Seattle Seahawks that he plans to return to Detroit.
Per Adam Schefter, Johnson was “not the head-coaching lock” that some were suggesting and that his asking price “spooked some teams.” Earlier during the regular season, it was reported by Josina Anderson that Johnson was seeking $15 million a year, although Johnson’s agent denied that.