"I want to thank the Ford Family and ultimately Lions fans everywhere for trusting me to lead the Detroit Lions for the last 11 seasons. It has been an absolute thrill for me to lead this organization, and I am proud of what we have accomplished over that decade-plus. I am most proud of where I am leaving this organization, in the capable hands of Sheila Hamp, Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell."
"The entire Ford family would like to thank Rod for his dedication and commitment to the Detroit Lions and the city of Detroit. Rod has been a trusted advisor and passionate leader for our organization and the entire NFL during that time and has prepared our organization for a promising future. While Rod will be missed, we are excited to work with Russell Reynolds Associates to find the next dynamic leader of our business."
Rod Wood will retire ahead of the 2026 season and will remain with the organization during the hiring process. Russell Reynolds Associates will lead the search for his successor. Wood served as team president since November 2015 and oversaw all football and business operations while reporting to owner Sheila Ford Hamp. Wood helped raise Detroit's national profile through events like the 2024 NFL draft and led upgrades to the Allen Park practice facility. Wood expressed gratitude to the Ford family and Lions fans, voiced pride in the organization's accomplishments, and named Sheila Hamp, Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell as capable leaders.
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