As the Detroit Lions prepare for a pivotal Week 14 showdown, offensive coordinator Ben Johnson’s offseason comments have suddenly resurfaced — and the Green Bay Packers should absolutely keep them in mind.
Months ago, Johnson spoke boldly about Detroit’s offensive identity, emphasizing physicality, unpredictability, and a commitment to dictating terms to opposing defenses. At the time, it sounded like offseason optimism. Now, with the Lions battling injuries and needing a statement performance, those comments read more like a warning.
For the Packers, this matchup isn’t just another divisional test — it’s a chance to respond to a Lions offense that embarrassed them earlier in the season. Johnson’s remarks about wanting Detroit to be “the team you don’t want to see in December” have gained new relevance as both franchises fight for NFC positioning.
Green Bay’s defense has improved, but they know what Detroit’s scheme can do when clicking. Motion, mismatches, layered play designs, and a commitment to the run game remain Johnson’s signature traits. Even with key injuries, the Lions are still capable of explosive drives when the play-calling heats up.
If the Packers underestimate Johnson’s influence — or forget that his offensive vision helped reshape Detroit’s identity — they could be in trouble. Week 14 isn’t just about execution. It’s about remembering that Ben Johnson has been circling this moment for months.
Ben Johnson’s Past Comments Should Put Packers on Alert in Week 14
