By Mummy Grace 
Detroit Lions fans love seeing good people succeed — and this weekend brought a proud moment for anyone who remembers the work put in by one of Detroit’s former coordinators. After years of grinding through tough jobs, ups and downs, and countless hours behind the scenes, he has finally earned his first victory as a head coach.
It’s more than just a win — it’s a milestone that speaks to perseverance. He once helped build the Lions’ foundation, coaching players who have since grown into major contributors under Dan Campbell. Even though he’s moved on, Detroit played a big role in his journey. The lessons, the challenges, the pressure — all of it helped him build toward this moment.
This is the kind of story that reminds us the NFL is a long grind. Coaches take the road less traveled, climbing the ladder while rarely getting the spotlight. So when one finally gets his shot and delivers a win? That’s something worth celebrating.
Detroit fans may have mixed memories of his time here, but most can still appreciate the dedication he gave to this franchise. And seeing a familiar face succeed somewhere else just highlights how many talented football minds have come through Motown recently.
Who knows? If his team keeps trending upward, this could be just the beginning of a brand-new narrative in his coaching career.