Detroit Lions fans already had mixed feelings about former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson after his offseason exit — but his latest move just poured gasoline on the fire.
In a recent interview, Johnson made remarks that many Detroit faithful are calling tone-deaf and disrespectful. While reflecting on his time with the Lions, he hinted that his current coaching situation is “a better fit for the kind of creativity” he wants to bring to an offense — a statement fans quickly interpreted as a shot at Detroit’s system and head coach Dan Campbell.
That didn’t sit well with a fanbase that adored Johnson during his rise in Motown. He helped craft one of the league’s most exciting offenses and turned Jared Goff into a legitimate Pro Bowl quarterback. But to then suggest he’s now in a “better environment”? Yeah — that’s a tough pill to swallow.
Lions fans have long memories, and social media exploded with frustration, calling Johnson “ungrateful” and accusing him of “burning bridges” after everything Detroit did to elevate his career.
As the Lions continue to roll behind Campbell and new OC John Morton, the team’s success has made it clear: Detroit didn’t need Ben Johnson as much as he might’ve thought. But now, after this latest jab, he’s given fans yet another reason to root against him.
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