The Detroit Lions may already have a contingency plan in place if offensive coordinator Ben Johnson departs this offseason — and it wouldn’t involve a total reset. According to a new report, head coach Dan Campbell could target members of Johnson’s own coaching tree to keep continuity within the offense.
Ben Johnson’s rise has been one of the biggest success stories in Detroit’s recent turnaround. Under his guidance, the Lions’ offense has become one of the league’s most creative and efficient units. With Johnson once again expected to draw serious head-coaching interest, Campbell appears focused on preserving what works rather than starting from scratch.
Sources suggest Detroit could look at assistants who have worked closely with Johnson, understand the system, and already have relationships with Jared Goff and the core offensive players. That approach would allow the Lions to maintain offensive identity while avoiding the growing pains that often come with an outside hire.
Campbell has consistently emphasized trust, chemistry, and continuity since taking over in Detroit. Turning to Johnson’s coaching tree would align perfectly with that philosophy — rewarding internal development while keeping the Lions competitive in a critical offseason.
Whether Ben Johnson stays or goes, one thing is becoming clear: the Lions are determined not to let their offensive progress slip away quietly.
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