Detroit Lions offensive coordinator will run it back another year, as he has reported told the Seahawks and Commanders he’s coming back to Detroit.
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 wants 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.
Regardless of the reason, Johnson returning to the Lions is a massive win for the Lions and quarterback Jared Goff. The Lions offense has been ranked fifth in scoring in back-to-back seasons, and Johnson’s unique play-calling helped Detroit advance all the way to the NFC Championship Game, where they hung 31 points on a strong San Francisco 49ers defense.
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