Merely 24 hours following the Detroit Lions’ remarkable victory against the Los Angeles Rams, securing their advancement to the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, Head Coach Dan Campbell shared pivotal updates with the media concerning his coordinators. During his press briefing, Campbell delved into the imminent head coaching interviews scheduled for Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson and Defensive Coordinator Aaron Glenn.
Dan Campbell announced that both Johnson and Glenn are scheduled to undergo head coaching interviews later this week. He mentioned that the interviews would take place on Friday after practice and Saturday after the walk-through, preceding night meetings. This timetable underscores the team’s dedication to staying focused on playoff preparations while recognizing the professional aspirations of its crucial staff members.
Having received a combined total of nine interview requests, Johnson and Glenn are currently highly sought after throughout the league. Their contributions to the Lions’ prosperous season have evidently captured the interest of other teams in search of new head coaching talent. Campbell’s praise, emphasizing that “Both of them should be at the top of everybody’s list,” underscores the immense respect they have earned and the significant impact they’ve had during their time with the Lions.
