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Dan Campbell Takes Over Lions Play-Calling for Rest of 2025

The move follows a 546-yard, 44-point outburst after a midseason dip under first-year coordinator John Morton.

Overview

  • Campbell told FOX SportsJay Glazer he will handle Detroit’s offensive play calls for the remainder of the season, with John Morton assisting the transition.
  • Detroit’s Week 10 win over Washington produced 546 yards and a 44-22 scoreline, featuring 320 yards and three touchdowns from Jared Goff and 142 rushing yards with two scores from Jahmyr Gibbs.
  • Morton, promoted after Ben Johnson left for the Bears, publicly backed the change and said he supports whatever helps the team win.
  • The decision follows an initial ‘fluid’ arrangement that began in Week 10 and is now confirmed as a permanent in-season shift.
  • The 6-3 Lions visit the 7-2 Eagles on Sunday night, with Detroit entering the matchup ranked sixth in yards and second in scoring per FOX Sports.