– Detroit Lions coaching shakeup: The Lions parted ways with former OC John Morton after a 2025 season that saw drops in points and yardage. Dan Campbell had already handed play-calling duties to himself starting Week 9, and the team moved in a new direction. Morton wanted to stay, but Detroit rewired the offense for the future.
– Morton lands in Denver: Not wasting time, Morton joined the Denver Broncos as a consultant under head coach Sean Payton, reuniting with the Broncos after previously serving as passing game coordinator in 2023–2024. Payton praised Morton’s work ethic and the seamlessness with his system and players, noting the familiarity with the terminology helps everyone stay on the same page.
– Broncos playoff push amid a QB change: Denver defeated the Buffalo Bills and earned a trip to host the New England Patriots in the NFC Championship game. However, starting QB Bo Nix is out with a season-ending ankle injury, so backup Jarrett Stidham will get the start 🔥🏈.
– Quick coaching context: Campbell previously reflected on whether he’d keep the play-calling duties, hinting he’d consider what’s best for the team if it came to it, while remaining open to all possibilities 📊.
Big-time moves and playoff implications in motion as teams adjust for the next chapter. 🚀🏈📊
