John Morton, Lions and Offensive Coordinator

John Morton Ready for Second Shot at Being Offensive Coordinator
The Detroit Lions' new offensive coordinator is now confident that the proper ingredients are in place for him to have success. John Morton admitted he was not ready for the opportunity he got back in 2017 to run the Jets' offense under former coach Todd Bowles.
Lions offensive coordinator John Morton to lean on Jared Goff: 'It all starts with the quarterback'
Upon leaving for Chicago, former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson noted that the "runway has been built" in Detroit. New OC John Morton believes his familiarity will help foster that clear runway.
'He was part of this': Lions return a piece of their foundation with John Morton
John Morton was part of the core that helped build Detroit's offense. Lions coach Dan Campbell hopes Morton's return can help keep the offense elite.
Sean Payton Has Nothing But Praise for Longtime Assistant John Morton, New Lions OC
One coach on the move is new Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton, who takes over the role from new Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson. Before getting his promotion in Detroit, Morton spent the past two seasons alongside Sean Payton as the pass game coordinator for the Denver Broncos.
New Detroit Lions OC John Morton: 'It'd be a little bit crazy' to overhaul playbook
John Morton worked closely with QB Jared Goff as a senior offensive assistant with the team in 2022. He won't be overhauling everything for Lions.
What Bo Nix's rookie year can tell us about new Lions offensive coordinator John Morton
Lions offensive coordinator John Morton helped the Broncos win 10 games as their passing game coordinator in 2024.
Here are the 3 keys to the Lions offense under new OC John Morton!
Mike Payton reacts to Detroit Lions OC John Morton's comments about the teams offensive structure from the NFL Combine!
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Who is John Morton? What new Lions offensive coordinator brings to high-powered team
Here’s Campbell in October 2023: “John Morton ... As a longtime offensive mind and passing game coordinator, Morton is expected to play into those strengths. Downfield attempts: One ...
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What to know about John Morton, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator
On Monday, ESPN reported the Lions are close to hiring Denver Broncos pass game coordinator John Morton to be the team's next offensive coordinator. Then on Tuesday, the team officially made ...
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John Morton is ready for his second chance to be an NFL offensive coordinator
John Morton was technically an external hire as replaces Ben Johnson as Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator, but he's not far from an internal hire. He was on the coaching staff in 2022 ...
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How Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton's offenses have done with him on staff
The Detroit Lions have a new offensive coordinator who will be tasked with maintaining their high-octane attack. On Tuesday, the Lions officially hired John Morton as the team's next ...
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John Morton hired as Detroit Lions offensive coordinator, to replace Ben Johnson
The Detroit Lions have a new offensive coordinator, and it’s a familiar face to Jared Goff. The Lions hired longtime NFL assistant John Morton as their offensive coordinator Tuesday ...
Dan Campbell explains coordinator hires in Kelvin Sheppard and John Morton
Dan Campbell said he's been preparing Kelvin Sheppard to be a defensive coordinator for two years, and feels new offensive ...