JACKSONVILLE – The Jacksonville Jaguars have hired Anthony Campanile as defensive coordinator, the team announced today.
“Anthony Campanile represents exactly what we want to be as a defensive unit and football team,” said Head Coach Liam Coen. “He brings an aggressive defensive mindset and a system that is adaptable to our players and allows them to play fast and physical.”
Campanile will enter his sixth season in the NFL in 2025, first as a defensive coordinator. In 2024, Campanile served as the linebackers coach/running game coordinator for the Green Bay Packers. The Packers defense allowed the seventh fewest rush yards per game (99.4) under Campanile’s guidance. He also helped Green Bay’s defense finish fourth in total points allowed (318) and fifth in total defense (314.5). Rookie LB Edgerrin Cooper was named NFC Defensive Rookie of the Month for December/January to close out his 2024 campaign.
Prior to joining the Packers, Campanile spent four seasons as linebackers coach for the Dolphins, helping Miami rank fourth in the NFL over that span in sacks (185.0), sixth in rushing defense (106.4 ypg), eighth in takeaways (96), eighth in third-down defense (38.6 pct.) and tied fifth in forced fumbles (56). In 2023, the Dolphins set a franchise-record with 56.0 sacks, LB Bradley Chubb posted a team-high 11.0 sacks and six forced fumbles.
Campanile’s college coaching career included three years at Boston College (2016-18), where he helped six of his defensive backs earn All-Atlantic Coast Conference honors and saw four of his defensive backs go on to be selected in the NFL Draft (S John Johnson III, CB Kamrin Moore, CB Isaac Yiadom, S Will Harris).
Campanile, a native of New Jersey, began his coaching career as a student assistant at Rutgers in 2005 after playing safety and linebacker for the Scarlet Knights from 2002-04. He then coached for six seasons (2006-11) at the high school level, including five years at Don Bosco Prep (Ramsey, N.J.), where he helped guide the Ironmen to state titles in both 2010 and 2011 and a No. 1 national ranking in 2011. He returned to Rutgers in 2012 as a defensive assistant and switched to the offensive side of the ball, coaching tight ends (2013-2014) and wide receivers (2015).
The Jacksonville Jaguars have officially announced the hiring of Anthony Campanile as their new Defensive Coordinator. Campanile brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having previously served as the linebackers coach at the University of Michigan and Boston College.
Campanile is known for his aggressive and innovative defensive schemes, and his ability to develop young talent. His track record of success at the college level has made him a highly sought-after coaching prospect in the NFL, and the Jaguars are thrilled to have him on board.
In a statement, Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer expressed his excitement about Campanile joining the coaching staff, stating that he believes Campanile will be instrumental in helping the team take their defense to the next level.
Jaguars fans can look forward to seeing a more aggressive and dominant defense under Campanile’s leadership, as he works to mold the unit into one of the top defenses in the league. With his proven track record of success, the Jaguars are hopeful that Campanile will help lead the team to success in the upcoming season.
JACKSONVILLE – The Jaguars have their new defensive leader.
Anthony Campanile, a 19-year coaching veteran who worked with one of the NFL’s top defenses in 2024, has been named the Jaguars’ new defensive coordinator.
The team announced Campanile’s hiring Thursday.
Campanile, 42, spent the 2024 season with the Green Bay Packers as their linebackers coach and defensive run-game coordinator. The Packers ranked seventh in the NFL in ’24 in run defense at 99.35 yards per game and third in the NFL at 4.0 yards per attempt allowed.
The Packers, an NFC Wild-Card team with an 11-6 record in 2024, ranked sixth in the NFL in points allowed in ’24 (19.9) and fifth in yards allowed (314.5).
Campanile, who played collegiately at Rutgers, will enter his sixth NFL season in 2025. He spent 2020-2023 as the Miami Dolphins’ linebackers coach.
A native of Fairlawn, N.J., Campanile coached linebackers at Fairlawn High School in 2006 and was the defensive coordinator at Don Bosco (N.J.) Prep in 2007-2009 and the offensive coordinator at Don Bosco in 2010-2011.
The Jacksonville Jaguars have announced the hiring of Anthony Campanile as their new defensive coordinator. Campanile comes to the Jaguars with a wealth of experience, having previously served as the linebackers coach at the University of Michigan.
Head coach Urban Meyer expressed his excitement about bringing Campanile on board, stating that he believes Campanile’s defensive expertise and leadership skills will be instrumental in helping the Jaguars improve on that side of the ball.
Campanile is known for his aggressive and innovative defensive schemes, and his ability to develop young talent. With the Jaguars looking to turn things around after a disappointing season, Campanile’s hiring is seen as a step in the right direction.
Fans are eager to see how Campanile’s influence will impact the Jaguars’ defense in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more updates as the team prepares for the 2022 NFL season.
GREEN BAY – The Green Bay Packers will know soon whether they must replace highly regarded run game coordinator and linebackers coach Anthony Campanile, who has emerged as a leading candidate to become Jacksonville‘s defensive coordinator.
Two sources said Campanile’s chances of landing the job have risen considerably since he interviewed with new head coach Liam Coen on Tuesday. He is one of four candidates known to have interviewed for the job, one of whom — Las Vegas assistant Patrick Graham — has dropped out.
The job isn’t Campanile’s yet, and if offered the job, he would have to decide if it’s a good career move.
Packers linebackers coach and running game coordinator Anthony Campanile works with rookie Edgerrin Cooper during training camp in 2024.
Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley and Campanile are good friends, and it’s likely Campanile would be a candidate for the Packers’ defensive coordinator position if Hafley were able to land a head coaching job. Hafley interviewed for the New York Jets job this offseason and should be in heavy demand next year if the Packers’ defense plays like it did the second half of the season.
Campanile was a key hire for Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and Hafley last year and played a big role in helping Hafley turn the culture around on defense. The high-energy Campanile was key in developing rookie linebacker Edgerrin Cooper into a starter and grooming veteran Quay Walker for a vital role in the defense.
Cooper was twice named NFC Defensive Rookie of the Week and NFC Defensive Rookie of the Month in December/January and Walker improved considerably after a slow start playing a new scheme in his third season. Veteran Eric Wilson also thrived in the middle when Walker was sidelined with an ankle injury and Isaiah McDuffie played multiple positions throughout the year.
Campanile will be a hard assistant to replace, especially given the competition among new head coaches trying to fill out their staffs. However, Hafley brought linebackers coach Sean Duggan with him from Boston College, and after spending a year assisting Campanile, he would be a solid replacement.
The Packers are hiring former Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington to coach the defensive line.
DeMarcus Covington will coach the defensive line
A move LaFleur is expected to make with his staff is hiring New England Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington, who would replace fired defensive line coach Jason Rebrovich, a source confirmed. A contract hasn’t been signed and it might be a while before the move is announced, the source said.
Covington served as a coaching assistant (2017-19), outside linebackers (2019) and defensive line coach (2020-’23) under former Patriots coach Bill Belichick and was promoted to defensive coordinator by head coach Jerod Mayo at the start of last season.
ESPN.com was first to report Covington’s impending hiring.
Mayo was fired after just one season and his replacement, Mike Vrabel, did not retain Covington.
The Patriots’ defense was a disappointment last year, allowing 343.4 yards a game, which ranked 22nd in the NFL. Under Belichick the previous year, the defense ranked seventh. The defense dropped from 13th to 22nd in points allowed as well.
The Patriots ranked last in the NFL in sacks per pass attempt and tied for 26th in third-down efficiency.
During Belichick’s years in charge, the Patriots employed multiple fronts and schemes and so it shouldn’t be hard for Covington to adapt to Hafley’s 4-3 zone scheme.
Under Rebrovich, the Packers ranked 10th in sacks per pass attempt, but Hafley had to employ gimmicks to help get pressure on the quarterback. His preference is to rush four so he can deploy seven defenders against the pass.
The Packers’ front four did not provide as many sacks as Hafley hoped. The group accounted for 32½ of the team’s 45 sacks with end Rashan Gary leading the group with 7½. Covington’s charge will be to get more out of the unit’s best pass rushers without sacrificing the solid run defense it provided.
Covington interviewed for the Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator position but lost out to Lou Anarumo.
So far, LaFleur has made only a handful of moves with his staff, most of which have not been announced.
In addition to firing Rebrovich, he extended the contract of special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia and hired Luke Getsy as a senior offensive assistant, sources told the Journal Sentinel on Monday.
One of the sources said that LaFleur was expected to hire offensive assistant Sean Mannion to replace retired quarterbacks coach Tom Clements, but that a deal had not been finalized.
Anthony Campanile a top candidate for Jaguars coordinator spot; Packers to hire DeMarcus Covington
The Jacksonville Jaguars are reportedly considering Anthony Campanile as a top candidate for their defensive coordinator position. Campanile, who currently serves as the linebackers coach for the New England Patriots, is highly regarded for his defensive acumen and ability to develop players.
Campanile has a strong track record of success in the NFL, having worked with some of the league’s top defenses. His experience and expertise make him a prime candidate to lead the Jaguars defense to new heights.
Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers have reportedly decided to hire DeMarcus Covington as their new defensive line coach. Covington, who previously served as the defensive line coach for the Los Angeles Rams, is known for his ability to develop and motivate players.
The Packers are hoping that Covington’s expertise will help improve their defense and make them a stronger contender in the NFC North. With his proven track record of success, Covington is sure to make a positive impact on the Packers organization.
Overall, both Campanile and Covington are talented coaches who have the potential to make a significant impact on their respective teams. It will be interesting to see how their hires play out in the upcoming NFL season.
The Detroit Lions appear to be preparing for the loss of pass game coordinator Tanner Engstrand, who is the lead candidate to become the New York Jets’ next offensive coordinator.
Shaw has a long history of coaching, dating back to 1995, but he most notably got his NFL start right alongside new Lions offensive coordinator John Morton with the Oakland Raiders. While Morton was cutting his teeth as an offensive assistant from 1998-99, Shaw was the Raiders’ quality control coach. Eventually, both would climb the ladder, with Shaw becoming the Raiders quarterbacks coach in 2001 and Morton becoming the team’s tight ends coach a few years later.
Shaw has coached quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs, but he’s most known for his 12-year stint as the head coach of the Stanford Cardinals. There, he amassed a 96-54 record, including three top-10 finishes. He was also named Pac-12 Coach of the Year four times and earned a pair of Rose Bowl victories during a stretch of eight straight winning seasons for the Cardinals. Over that time, he worked with players like Andrew Luck and Christian McCaffrey.
After four straight losing seasons at Stanford, Shaw resigned and took a year off from football in 2023. However, he returned last year to become a senior personnel executive for the Denver Broncos.
The Detroit Lions have made a major move in their coaching staff, hiring Davis Shaw as their new pass game coordinator. Shaw brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the team, having previously served in a similar role with the San Francisco 49ers.
With Shaw’s proven track record of developing successful passing offenses, the Lions are hoping to revamp their aerial attack and take their offense to the next level. Shaw’s innovative play-calling and strategic approach to the passing game will be a valuable asset to the team as they look to compete in the tough NFC North division.
Lions fans are excited to see what Shaw can bring to the table and are hopeful that his hiring will help lead the team to success in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more updates on how Shaw’s influence will impact the Lions’ offense in the months to come! #DetroitLions #DavisShaw #PassGameCoordinator
Shaw will become the Lions‘ passing game coordinator, NFL Network reported Thursday night, under new offensive coordinator John Morton. Morton was the Broncos’ pass game coordinator the past two seasons after working with the Lions in 2022.
Shaw, 52, was Stanford football’s head coach in 2011-22, going 96-54 with two Rose Bowl victories.
Shaw was last an NFL coach in 2005, when he coached receivers with the Baltimore Ravens.
Tanner Engstrand was the Lions’ pass game coordinator the past two seasons, but reportedly could join the New York Jets on Aaron Glenn’s staff.
The Detroit Lions have made a major addition to their coaching staff, as David Shaw has joined the team as passing game coordinator. Shaw, who previously served as the head coach at Stanford University, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role.
Shaw is widely regarded as one of the top offensive minds in football, and his expertise in developing quarterbacks and designing creative passing schemes will be a valuable asset to the Lions. With Shaw on board, the team is poised to take their passing game to the next level and help lead them to success in the upcoming season.
Lions head coach Dan Campbell expressed his excitement about bringing Shaw on board, stating, “David Shaw is a proven winner and a brilliant offensive mind. I have no doubt that he will have a significant impact on our passing game and help us achieve our goals on the field.”
Fans of the Lions can look forward to seeing Shaw’s influence on the team’s offense and the potential for a more dynamic and explosive passing attack in the upcoming season. With Shaw’s expertise in tow, the Lions are primed for success in the passing game and beyond.
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The Lions’ coaching staff was decimated this offseason, but they are starting to fill in holes.
The team agreed to terms on a multiyear deal with former Stanford head coach David Shaw on Thursday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports. Shaw will serve as the Lions’ passing game coordinator.
Shaw, 52, worked with new offensive coordinator John Morton at three previous stops. The two were together with the Raiders (1998-2001) and the Broncos (2024).
Shaw, who was a Broncos’ senior personnel executive last season, interviewed for the Bears’ head coaching job that went to former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.
Shaw was Stanford’s head coach from 2011-22, compiling a 96-54 record with the Cardinal and three Pac-12 conference titles. Before returning to his alma mater to coach in 2007, he was an NFL assistant with the Eagles, Raiders, and Ravens.
The Detroit Lions have made a big move in their coaching staff by hiring David Shaw as their passing game coordinator. Shaw, who previously served as the head coach at Stanford University, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role.
Known for his innovative offensive schemes and ability to develop quarterbacks, Shaw is expected to bring a new level of creativity and efficiency to the Lions’ passing game. With his track record of success in the college ranks, Detroit fans are eager to see what he can do at the professional level.
Shaw’s hiring is seen as a bold and strategic move by the Lions’ front office, as they look to improve their offense and compete in a tough NFC North division. With Shaw’s expertise and leadership, the Lions are hopeful that they can take their passing game to the next level and find success in the upcoming season.
Shaw will become the Lions‘ passing game coordinator, NFL Network reported Thursday night, under new offensive coordinator John Morton. Morton was the Broncos’ pass game coordinator the past two seasons after working with the Lions in 2022.
Shaw, 52, was Stanford football’s head coach in 2011-22, going 96-54 with two Rose Bowl victories.
Oct 8, 2022; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal head coach David Shaw walks on the field before the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
Shaw was last an NFL coach in 2005, when he coached receivers with the Baltimore Ravens.
Tanner Engstrand was the Lions’ pass game coordinator the past two seasons, but reportedly could join the New York Jets on Aaron Glenn’s staff.
According to reports, David Shaw, the former head coach of the Stanford Cardinal football team, is set to join the Detroit Lions coaching staff as their passing game coordinator. Shaw brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge of the game, having coached at the collegiate level for several years.
This move is seen as a major coup for the Lions, who are looking to improve their passing game and develop their young quarterback. Shaw’s expertise and track record of success in developing quarterbacks make him a valuable addition to the coaching staff.
Fans are excited to see how Shaw’s influence will impact the team’s offensive strategy and playcalling. With his guidance, the Lions’ passing game could see significant improvements in the upcoming season.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
The Detroit Lions have found their replacement for Ben Johnson.
John Morton has been hired to become Detroit’s new offensive coordinator. Morton, who was a senior offensive assistant with the Lions in 2022, had been the passing game coordinator for the Denver Broncos for the last two seasons.
Morton, 55, has been an offensive coordinator twice before in his career, once in the NFL and once at the collegiate level. He led Southern California’s offense from 2009-10, helping the Trojans average 410 yards and 28.7 points per game over 26 contests.
During his lone season as offensive coordinator for the New York Jets in 2017, Morton’s unit ranked 28th in yards (305.3) and 24th in points (18.6). Quarterback Josh McCown, at age 38, was New York’s leading passer. Receivers Robbie Chosen and Jermaine Kearse and tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins were the team’s top receiving options, and running back Bilal Powell was the No. 1 rusher.
McCown (2,926), Kearse (810), Seferian-Jenkins (357) and Powell (772) all had career-high yardage marks in 2017. Chosen’s 941 receiving yards were the second-most of his career, with the 2020 campaign (1,096) being his only season with more.
Morton spent three seasons as a senior offensive consultant with the Raiders after he was fired by the Jets. He held the same position with the Lions until he was hired by the Broncos, who ranked 20th in passing yards per game this season with rookie Bo Nix under center.
Nix completed 66.3% of his throws for 3,775 yards, 29 touchdowns and 12 interceptions and had a passing success rate of 43.7%, which ranked 28th among quarterbacks who started at least eight games in 2024. The Broncos went 10-7 this season before losing to the Buffalo Bills in the wild-card round.
“Johnny’s a superstar now, and there’s a number of things that he did for us last year that are things that we’ve kept,” head coach Dan Campbell said of Morton in 2023, after the former consultant left for the Broncos.
Morton, an Auburn Hills native who graduated from Avondale High School, was an undrafted receiver out of Western Michigan who never appeared in an NFL game but spent time with the Raiders, Green Bay Packers and Jacksonville Jaguars. He became an offensive assistant with the Raiders in 1998 and remained with the team until 2004, working his way up to tight ends coach.
The University of San Diego hired Morton in 2005 to be its passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach. He’s also held various offensive roles with the New Orleans Saints — he worked alongside Campbell in 2016 — and San Francisco 49ers, in addition to the Jets. All told, he has over two decades of coaching experience.
Morton’s hire means the Lions did not go with an internal candidate to replace Johnson, who left to be the head coach for the Chicago Bears. The Lions did choose an in-house option to fill the void left by Aaron Glenn at defensive coordinator, landing on former linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard.
Presumed internal candidates for the formerly vacant offensive coordinator position included running backs coach and assistant head coach Scottie Montgomery, offensive line coach Hank Fraley and passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand.
Most figured Detroit would go with a familiar face, given Campbell’s desire to not overhaul the offense.
Still, fans shouldn’t expect too many changes. Campbell has had his fingerprints all over the offense, even with Johnson, and the Lions led the league in points scored in 2024. Campbell said earlier this month he wanted input from quarterback Jared Goff as the team searched for a replacement for Johnson.
“Is it going to be the ultimate decision?” Campbell said of Goff’s opinion. “No, it’s not. But what he says is going to mean a lot to me.”
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The Detroit Lions have made a major coaching move by hiring John Morton as their new offensive coordinator, replacing Ben Johnson. Morton brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as the offensive coordinator for the New York Jets and the San Francisco 49ers.
Morton’s innovative offensive schemes and ability to develop young talent make him a perfect fit for the Lions as they look to revamp their offense and improve upon their 2021 season. With his track record of success in the league, fans can expect to see an exciting and dynamic offense under Morton’s leadership.
This hiring signals a new era for the Lions as they aim to turn things around and compete at a high level in the upcoming season. Fans should be excited to see what Morton brings to the table and how he will help elevate the team to new heights. Stay tuned for updates as the Lions prepare for the 2022 season under their new offensive coordinator.
Morton began his NFL coaching career as an offensive coordinator with the then-Oakland Raiders in 2002 before he moved on to the same position in New Orleans. He also served as offensive coordinator with the University of Southern California, a wide receivers coach with the Saints and 49ers, and offensive coordinator with the Jets before he returned to the Raiders.
After working with the Lions in the 2022 season, Morton worked with the Broncos for the past two seasons. Denver earned a spot in the playoffs this season before losing to the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card round.
With losing both defensive and offensive coordinators, Campbell is hoping to turn things around with Sheppard and now Morton’s help in leading the team.
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The Detroit Lions have made a significant addition to their coaching staff, hiring John Morton as their new offensive coordinator. Morton, a Michigan native, joins the Lions after spending the past two seasons as a passing game assistant with the Denver Broncos.
Morton brings a wealth of experience to the Lions, having previously served as an offensive coordinator for the New York Jets and as a wide receivers coach for the San Francisco 49ers and New Orleans Saints. His track record of developing talented receivers and implementing creative offensive schemes makes him a valuable asset to the Lions coaching staff.
With Morton now at the helm of the Lions’ offense, fans can expect to see an innovative and dynamic game plan that maximizes the talents of quarterback Jared Goff and the rest of the team’s skill position players. His ability to adapt to different personnel and situations will be crucial in helping the Lions improve on their offensive production next season.
Overall, the addition of John Morton as offensive coordinator is a promising sign for the Lions as they look to build a more competitive and successful team in the upcoming season. Lions fans can look forward to a more dynamic and effective offense under Morton’s guidance.
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Allen Park, Mich. – The Detroit Lions announced today the hiring of John Morton as offensive coordinator and the promotion of Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator. Contract terms were not disclosed.
JOHN MORTON – OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR
Serving as the Lions’ Senior Offensive Assistant in 2022, Morton returns to Detroit as the team’s offensive coordinator in 2025. Between his stints in Detroit, Morton spent two seasons as the Broncos’ Passing Game Coordinator (2023-24), helping Broncos QB Bo Nix account for the second-most passing touchdowns (29), third-most completions (376) and eighth-most passing yards (3,775) by a rookie quarterback in NFL history in 2024.
Embarking on his 23rd NFL season in 2025, Morton’s previous NFL experience includes serving as the Raiders’ senior offensive assistant (2019-21), New York Jets’ offensive coordinator (2017), New Orleans Saints’ wide receivers coach (2015-16), San Francisco 49ers’ wide receivers/passing game coach (2011-14), Saints’ offensive assistant/passing game coach (2006), as well as a variety of offensive coaching roles with the Raiders from 1998-2004. His first NFL experience came with the Raiders’ personnel department in 1997.
In 2005, Morton served as the passing game/wide receivers coach at the University of San Diego and from 2007-10, he served in a variety of roles on the offensive side of the ball at USC, including offensive coordinator. A native of Rochester Hills, Mich. and graduate of Western Michigan, Morton entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 1993 and had practice squad and training camp stints as a wide receiver with the Raiders, Green Bay Packers and Jacksonville Jaguars over the 1993-96 seasons. He also played with the Toronto Argonauts of the CFL from 1995-96 and with the Frankfurt Galaxy of NFL Europe in 1997.
KELVIN SHEPPARD – DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR
Sheppard enters his fifth season in Detroit and his first as the Lions’ defensive coordinator in 2025 after previously serving as the team’s linebackers coach (2022-24) and outside linebackers coach (2021). Under Sheppard’s tutelage, LB Jack Campbell became the first Lions player to produce at least 85 tackles and five tackles for loss in each of a player’s first two-career seasons since the data began being tracked in 1994, and LB Alex Anzalone (2022-23) became just the fourth player in franchise history to produce at least 125 tackles in multiple seasons. In 2022, Sheppard helped guide LB Malcolm Rodriguez to become Detroit’s first rookie selected in the sixth round-or-later to start in Week 1 of his same draft year since 1987.
Prior to entering the coaching ranks, Sheppard was originally selected by the Buffalo Bills in the third round (68th overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft out of LSU and split eight seasons (2011-18) with the Bills, Indianapolis Colts, Miami Dolphins, New York Giants and Lions. He appeared in 107 career games (63 starts) and logged 400 total tackles, 3.0 sacks and two interceptions. Following his playing career, he returned to the LSU football program in 2020 as director of player development under head coach Ed Orgeron. At LSU, Sheppard was tasked with helping players with their academic direction, social development and overall quality of life.
The Detroit Lions have officially announced their new offensive and defensive coordinator hires for the upcoming season.
On the offensive side of the ball, the Lions have brought in former Los Angeles Rams passing game coordinator Shane Waldron. Waldron comes with a wealth of experience in developing high-powered passing attacks, and the Lions are hopeful that he can help elevate their offense to new heights.
Defensively, the Lions have hired former Baltimore Ravens linebackers coach Mike Macdonald. Macdonald is known for his innovative defensive schemes and his ability to develop young talent. The Lions are excited to see what he can bring to their defense and how he can help improve their performance on that side of the ball.
Both Waldron and Macdonald come highly recommended and are seen as rising stars in the coaching world. Lions fans are hopeful that these new hires will help bring success to the team in the coming season. Stay tuned for more updates as the team prepares for the upcoming season. #OnePride
