Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is actively searching for a new offensive coordinator following Ben Johnson’s departure to become the Chicago Bears’ head coach.​​ ​​ ​​Campbell emphasizes the importance of maintaining the team’s established identity and culture, stating,​​ ​​”I want what I believe is going to be as close to what we have been as possible. We don’t lose what we’re about and our identity.”​​ ​​​​

​​Potential internal candidates include assistant head coach and running backs coach Scottie Montgomery, passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand, and receivers coach Antwaan Randle El.​​ ​​

Campbell is also open to external options but insists that any new hire must align with the Lions’ existing philosophy.​​ ​​He plans to involve quarterback Jared Goff in the selection process to ensure continuity in the offensive strategy.​​ ​​​​

​​Despite the coaching changes, Campbell remains confident in the team’s resilience, asserting that the Lions will return “stronger” next season.​​ ​​ ​​

The organization is committed to finding a suitable replacement who can uphold the offensive success achieved under Johnson’s leadership.​​​​