The Detroit Lions are still riding high after back-to-back deep playoff runs—but there’s no denying the sting of falling just short of a Super Bowl trip two years in a row. That heartbreak has only fueled the hunger in Detroit’s locker room, and expectations are sky-high heading into the 2025 season.
But no team is flawless. And according to Bleacher Report’s Moe Moton, the Lions’ biggest question mark isn’t even a surprise: it’s the change at both coordinator positions.
On offense, Ben Johnson is gone, and in steps John Morton. On defense, Aaron Glenn has moved on, with Kelvin Sheppard taking the reins. It’s a major shake-up for a team that’s prided itself on coaching consistency in recent years.
Moton compares the situation to what happened in Philadelphia in 2023, when the Eagles lost both coordinators and saw immediate regression on the field. He warns Detroit could face a similar challenge if the new coaches struggle to maintain momentum or establish their own identity.
Sure, the Lions still have the core talent—and yes, they’re considered Super Bowl contenders by most oddsmakers—but coaching transitions can be tricky. Even with top-tier rosters, teams can stumble if things don’t click fast enough.
Bottom line: the Lions have the players to go all the way, but the new-look staff will need to prove they can match that energy and execution. If they can, the Lombardi Trophy might not be far out of reach.
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