"The Detroit Lions are finalizing a deal to hire former Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing as their next offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Petzing, 38, will replace John Morton, who was fired after one season in the role, where the Lions finished 9-8 and failed to reach the postseason for the first time since 2022. Petzing had been the Cardinals' offensive coordinator the past three seasons under Jonathan Gannon, who was fired by the team after the season."
"Morton, 56, was brought in to replace Ben Johnson, who was hired as head coach of the Chicago Bears after the Lions' record-setting 15-win season in 2024. Detroit was still among the league leaders in total points per game (28.3) but struggled to find an offensive identity outside of home run plays this season despite having Pro Bowl selections Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs, among other playmakers."
Drew Petzing, 38, is expected to become the Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator and will likely assume playcalling duties. Petzing served as the Arizona Cardinals' offensive coordinator for the past three seasons under Jonathan Gannon. John Morton was fired after one season following a 9-8 finish and a failure to reach the postseason. Dan Campbell took over playcalling in Week 10, and Petzing is expected to help lighten Campbell's load. Detroit averaged 28.3 points per game but struggled to establish an offensive identity beyond big plays despite Pro Bowlers Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs.
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