John Morton Affirms Lions’ Offense Will Stay Focused on Jared Goff
New Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton plans to keep the offense largely unchanged.
When Dan Campbell, the Lions’ head coach, discussed the process of finding a replacement for Ben Johnson, he emphasized the importance of involving Jared Goff in the decision. The goal was to maintain the close working relationship Goff had with Johnson. Morton’s hiring as the new offensive coordinator aligns with Campbell’s desire for continuity, as Morton was part of the Lions’ staff in 2022. It’s reasonable to believe Goff fully approved of this move, ensuring his continued role in the offense.
There are some understandable concerns about how the offensive coordinator change might impact Goff’s performance. While there could be challenges, Morton is dedicated to shaping the Lions’ offense around Goff, much like Johnson did.
John Morton to Uphold the Lions’ Offensive Vision with Jared Goff
In a conversation with Dan Miller from Fox2, Morton discussed how beneficial it is to return to a team with fewer uncertainties, especially regarding the quarterback.
“I think it’s big with the quarterback,” Morton explained. “Having been here before, I understand what Goff likes and doesn’t like. I was in the quarterback room. As a play caller, that’s crucial. Once the players are back, I’ll learn even more about his preferences and the plays that have worked well for him.”
Morton confirmed that the Lions’ offensive system would still revolve around the quarterback, as it did under Johnson. He has no intention of abandoning a formula that has yielded strong results recently, especially as he takes over the NFL’s top-scoring offense. However, Morton intends to put his own touch on the offense.
“They’ve already established a philosophy here,” Morton noted. “My role is to maintain the vision Dan wants. We’ll adjust a few things and explore ways to improve.”
- Entering such a promising situation, Morton seems aware of the opportunity ahead of him.