Sam LaPorta explains the winning mindset which can keep Lions' offense elite

The Detroit Lions have sustained a major change on the offensive side of the ball at coordinator, but even though John Morton is new to the team, he joined a very familiar group.

Detroit's offensive stars have been together the last three seasons give or take, and it's helped them develop solid chemistry with not only their coaches, but each other. Now, the mindset revolves entirely around winning rather than putting up stats.

Sam LaPorta has been working with the Lions for the last few seasons and knows from top to bottom, a selfless mindset persists even in spite of changes that have come up. Speaking with SiriusXM NFL Radio, LaPorta offered an insight into what makes the offense special.

"The skill position group, we really just want what's best for the team. You ask any of the guys, that's truly what they want. 'Hey Jameson (Williams), do you want to catch 10 balls this week or do you want to win?' He's going to say 'Yeah, I'm going to want to win.' 'OK, then you might catch two balls. Might be a post ball for a touchdown for a big play, but it might only be two balls.' 'Great coach, I'm going to do it, I'm going to sacrifice it.'"

Even a player like Amon-Ra St. Brown, who is capable of erupting every single game, is willing in LaPorta's mind to put the team first if the game plan calls for it. It's something he not only shows in practice, but during the game as well.

"'(Amon-Ra) St. Brown are you going to dig out that nickel 25 times today and let David Montgomery tote the rock?' 'Of course, whatever you want.' I'm serious. So it's very uncharacteristic possibly of an NFL team because there's a lot of high profile athletes out there nowadays and they want the limelight, they want the spotlight. I think we handle that well here."

There are no divas within Detroit's locker room, which is why the Lions are well-equipped to survive the loss of Ben Johnson. Their bedrock fundamentals remain the same, as does their selflessness. It gives them the best chance to remain elite.

Sam LaPorta praises work of John Morton as Lions' offensive coordinator

Already, Morton's offense has been drawing rave reviews for not missing a beat early in camp. That's due not only to the team's mindset that LaPorta discussed, but the fact that Morton has come into the mix determined to keep everybody happy.

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Despite the fact the Lions have yet to play a game, LaPorta sees the signs of a coordinator that is in tune with the needs of all his players, and is working hard to make sure those needs are satisfied.

"I think John Morton is doing a great job of distributing the ball, and there are certainly a lot of mouths to feed in terms of the skill position. It's like a mom with six, seven, eight kids. You gotta do your best. Get them all fed, get clothes on their backs. I think Johnny is doing a great job with that"

Morton is as blessed as any offensive coordinator in the game. Not only does he have a solid quarterback, but ample weaponry. Providing the Lions iron out their issues up front, it could be business as usual on offense in 2025.

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