Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell recently shared his thoughts on facing his former offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson, who is now with a new team. Campbell acknowledged that the upcoming matchup will be a unique experience, saying “it’s going to be different.”
Campbell and Johnson worked together for two seasons in Detroit, during which time the Lions’ offense showed significant improvement. Johnson’s departure was a surprise to many, and it will be interesting to see how he fares against his former team.
When asked about the challenges of facing Johnson’s new team, Campbell praised his former coordinator’s abilities, saying “Ben’s a smart guy, he’s a great coach. He knows our system, he knows our players, and he’s going to try to exploit that.”
Campbell also acknowledged that the Lions will need to be prepared for some unfamiliar looks from Johnson’s new team. “We’re going to have to be ready for some things that we haven’t seen before,” Campbell said. “Ben’s going to try to catch us off guard, and we’re going to have to be able to adjust on the fly.”
Despite the challenges that come with facing a former coach, Campbell expressed confidence in his team’s ability to adapt and come out on top. “We’re going to be ready for it,” Campbell said. “We’re going to be prepared, and we’re going to go out there and compete.”
The matchup between the Lions and Johnson’s new team is sure to be a highly anticipated one, and it will be interesting to see how both teams approach the game. One thing is certain, however: it’s going to be a battle of wits between two coaches who know each other’s systems inside and out.
As Campbell prepares to face his former coordinator, he’s well aware of the challenges that come with it. But he’s also confident in his team’s ability to rise to the occasion and come out on top. It’s going to be a fun one to watch.