Overview
- Detroit finished 9-8 and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2022, ending the year last in the NFC North.
- Offensive coordinator John Morton was dismissed on Jan. 6 after earlier losing play-calling duties.
- Holmes said he will look inward first and evaluate everything across the franchise to restore consistency.
- The offseason plan centers on upgrading the offensive line, pass rush and secondary through free agency and the 2026 draft, where Detroit holds pick No. 17.
- Leaguewide coaching moves are being monitored after the Ravens fired John Harbaugh, with any links to candidates like Kevin Stefanski characterized as speculative at this stage.