Training camp is right around the corner, and the Detroit Lions are stepping into a new offensive chapter. Ben Johnson is gone, now coaching the Chicago Bears, and in his place stands John Morton — a longtime passing game specialist returning for his second stint in Detroit, this time with a lot more responsibilities.
Morton isn’t a flashy hire by any means. His last coordinator opportunity came in 2017 with the New York Jets. Since then, he’s bounced around as a senior offensive assistant or passing game coordinator with the Raiders, Lions, and Broncos. While that might not be the most ideal background, one of the most important voices in Detroit’s offense doesn’t sound concerned.