The Detroit Lions are expected to look for and wide when it comes to landing their next offensive coordinator. But a member of the "Pat McAfee Show" believes the answer is already staring them right in the face.
The lifestyle of a National Football League head coach can be quite challenging. From the very long hours to the grind of making serious decisions that impact the lives of several people, the challenges are never-ending.
The Detroit Lions’ number one offseason priority is hiring their next OC. Mike McDaniels, the best candidate, is meeting with the Lions today. However, with McDaniels fielding multiple head coaching opportunities, he’s a long shot, and the Lions are continuing to pursue other candidates.
The Detroit Lions are projected to earn a couple of additional compensatory draft drafts this year, but a draft trade last year will take one away. According to Over the Cap, Detroit is projected to earn an additional third-round pick and an additional sixth-round compensatory draft pick.
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The Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator search is in full swing right now. On Tuesday, the Lions interviewed former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel for the job, and make no mistake, he is likely the top candidate.
The Detroit Lions’ search for a new offensive coordinator could lead them to Mike Kafka, a popular name among rising NFL offensive minds. The New York Giants’ offensive coordinator and interim head coach has steadily built a reputation as a creative, adaptable coach with strong quarterback ties.
The Detroit Lions are expected to cast a wide net prior to making the decision on who becomes their next offensive coordinator. On the Tuesday edition of "The Pat McAfee Show," video producer Evan Fox suggested a candidate not many are considering to work alongside head coach Dan Campbell.
The Detroit Lions have several key decisions to make when next season rolls around. Among them is just how to utilize the skillset of third-year offensive lineman Giovanni Manu.
If there was one thing that was incredibly clear coming out of the Detroit Lions' 2025 season, it's that they need a new center. Graham Glasgow is likely to retire, and Frank Ragnow is not coming back.
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
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The Detroit Lions are already on the lookout for an offensive coordinator after firing John Morton. Now there's a chance that they may be looking for a defensive coordinator, now that the Miami Dolphins have requested to interview Kelvin Sheppard for their head coach job.
If the Detroit Lions decide to stay in house for their next offensive coordinator, offensive line coach Hank Fraley could emerge as a candidate. Fraley has been a staple of Detroit’s coaching staff for years, and his impact on the Lions’ run-heavy offensive identity is undeniable.
The Detroit Lions' offense was still explosive, but not consistent enough in the first year without coordinator Ben Johnson. Changes have already been made, as the team is hoping to address some of the things that went wrong for the unit.
The market for Mike Kafka is heating up. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Giants interim head coach will interview for the Lions offensive coordinator job on Wednesday.
For the second-straight season, a Lions defensive coordinator could be on the move. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Dolphins have requested permission to interview Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard for their head coaching vacancy.
We tried to tell Detroit Lions fans that teams would be interested in interviewing the Detroit Lions' coaches this offseason, despite the Lions missing the playoffs.
After the Detroit Lions finished the 2025 season at the bottom of the NFC North with a 9-8 record and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2022, fans searched for a scapegoat.
After firing John Morton on Tuesday, the Lions are on the hunt for a new offensive coordinator. Commanders assistant quarterbacks coach (and former Lions QB) David Blough and ex-Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel have emerged as early candidates.
Shortly before the Detroit Lions ended their disappointing season with a Week 18 win, Lions head coach Dan Campbell suggested that the club hit "rock bottom" during a campaign it finished with a record of 9-8.