To take the Detroit Lions where they want to go, the franchise is reaching back into its past.
Amidst concerns leadership didn't have anyone with a football background assisting the team's search for a new coach and general manager, the Lions announced Tuesday that Chris Spielman is being brought on as a full-time special assistant to owner Sheila Ford Hamp and team president Rod Wood.
“I’ve been approached over the years for different opportunities within football,” Spielman said. “I really do think that this is the absolute right time to get involved. I’m really excited. I can’t tell you how excited I am about the opportunity.