Lions OC Ben Johnson is staying, turning down possible chance to be NFL head coach, AP source says
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has decided to stay with the team and turn down potential opportunities to be an NFL head coach next season, according to a person familiar with the situation
By LARRY LAGE
Published - Jan 30, 2024, 01:40 PM ET
Last Updated - Jan 30, 2024, 01:40 PM EST
DETROIT (AP) — Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has decided to stay with the team and turn down potential opportunities to be an NFL head coach next season, according to a person familiar with the situation.
The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because Johnson's plans had not been announced.
Johnson was a candidate to coach in Washington, where he was considered a front-runner, and with the Seattle Seahawks.
The 37-year-old Johnson was promoted to offensive coordinator on Dan Campbell's staff in 2022 after serving in various coaching roles the three previous seasons.
