In searching for a replacement for Ben Johnson, Campbell plucked Broncos passing game coordinator John Morton to lead the Lions offense, making him the coordinator on Tuesday, a source confirmed.

The man who gave John Morton his start in coaching thinks the Detroit Lions hit a home run with the play caller the team is expected to hire as Ben Johnson's replacement as offensive coordinator.

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John Morton is heard before he is seen on the practice field. Now, he is making noise in the offseason. The Broncos passing game coordinator has emerged as the favorite to land the Detroit Lions ...

Lions coach Dan Campbell is working to hire John Morton as the team's next offensive coordinator, according to sources. Morton is a familiar name for the organization, having spent a year on Dan ...

The Detroit Lions have agreed to hire Denver Broncos assistant John Morton as offensive coordinator and promote Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator, according to a person familiar with the ...

The Detroit Lions have appointed John Morton as their new offensive coordinator, succeeding Ben Johnson. Morton brings substantial NFL experience, having worked with teams like the Raiders ...

The Detroit Lions have agreed to hire Denver Broncos assistant John Morton as offensive coordinator and promote Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator, according to a person familiar with the ...