Stripping offensive coordinator John Morton of his play-calling responsibilities foreshadows what feels like an inevitable offseason breakup between him and the Detroit Lions. He's on borrowed time, and the end is ostensibly near.
The question now becomes: Who will replace Morton? There are plenty of viable candidates, including some intriguing in-house options, namely offensive line coach/run game coordinator Hank Fraley.
Fraley has put together an impressive résumé since joining the Lions in 2018. Over the years, he's elevated from assistant offensive line coach to his current title. However, Detroit isn't the only one that sees a staffer on the rise, making him a name to watch as jobs become available.