Lions Officially Announce 2025 Coaching Staff with Key Additions
The Detroit Lions have finalized their 2025 coaching staff, reloading after losing seven assistants—including both offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Head coach Dan Campbell had some big shoes to fill, but he’s assembled a group that blends fresh faces with familiar names.
Key Hires: John Morton & Kelvin Sheppard Take Charge
John Morton takes over as offensive coordinator, bringing experience from the Broncos, 49ers, and Saints. He’ll also call plays, a big responsibility as the Lions maintain their high-powered attack. On defense, Kelvin Sheppard gets promoted to defensive coordinator, replacing Glenn after working closely with the linebackers.
Full 2025 Coaching Staff Breakdown
Offense:
John Morton – Offensive Coordinator
Scottie Montgomery – Assistant Head Coach/Wide Receivers
David Shaw – Passing Game Coordinator
Mark Brunell – Quarterbacks
Tashard Choice – Running Backs
Tyler Roehl – Tight Ends
Seth Ryan – Assistant Tight Ends
Hank Fraley – Run Game Coordinator/Offensive Line
Steve Oliver – Assistant Offensive Line
Bruce Gradkowski – Offensive Assistant
Marques Tuiasosopo – Offensive Assistant
Justin Mesa – Offensive Quality Control
Defense:
Kelvin Sheppard – Defensive Coordinator
Kacy Rodgers – Run Game Coordinator/Defensive Line
David Corrao – Senior Defensive Assistant/Outside Linebackers
Shaun Dion Hamilton – Linebackers
Deshea Townsend – Passing Game Coordinator/Defensive Backs
Jim O’Neil – Defensive Assistant/Safeties
August Mangin – Defensive Assistant
Caleb Collins – Defensive Assistant
Dre Thompson – Defensive Quality Control
What’s Next?
The Lions made deep playoff runs in back-to-back seasons, and with a new-look staff, they’re aiming for even bigger things in 2025. With Morton calling the shots on offense and Sheppard leading the defense, all eyes are on Detroit as they gear up for another championship push.
Detroit Lions Officially Announce 2025 Coaching Staff Updates
