In a surprise move, Ben Johnson has announced that he will be staying with the Detroit Lions as the team’s offensive coordinator. Johnson, who had been considered one of the top candidates for several head coaching vacancies around the NFL, had been expected to leave the Lions to pursue a head coaching opportunity.
However, according to sources close to the team, Johnson has decided to remain with the Lions, citing his desire to continue working with the team’s young core of players and to help the team build on the success they experienced last season.
“I’m excited to continue working with this talented group of players and to help the Lions take the next step,” Johnson said in a statement released by the team. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to remain in Detroit and to be a part of this organization.”
Johnson’s decision to stay with the Lions is a significant boost to the team’s off season, as it ensures continuity and stability on the coaching staff. It also allows the team to build on the success they experienced last season, when they made the playoffs for the first time in several years.
“Ben is a talented coach and a valuable member of our staff,” said Lions head coach Dan Campbell. “We’re thrilled that he’s decided to stay with us and we’re looking forward to seeing the impact he’ll continue to make on our offense.”
Johnson’s decision to stay with the Lions is also a testament to the team’s commitment to building a winning culture and to providing their coaches and players with the resources they need to succeed.
The Lions are expected to make several moves this off season to bolster their roster and to address several key areas of need. With Johnson at the helm of the offense, the team is well-positioned to make a deep run in the playoffs next season.
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