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5 Things to Know About Drew Petzing, the Lions’ Newest Offensive Coordinator

Drew Petzing, 38, will lead Detroit Lions' offense after a 9-8 season; GM Brad Holmes prioritized leadership and detail for the new coordinator role.

  • Updated Jan. 19, 2026, the Detroit Lions are finalizing a deal to hire Drew Petzing as offensive coordinator, replacing John Morton after one season.
  • After the season the Lions opened a wide search for a new offensive coordinator, firing John Morton earlier this month after one season and casting a very wide net, Brad Holmes said.
  • Petzing's résumé shows multi-position NFL experience and development work dating to 2013, including roles with the Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns, and Arizona Cardinals where rushing and Trey McBride's 111-catch 2024 season stood out.
  • Petzing will inherit playcalling duties and a high-talent offense loaded with Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams and Sam LaPorta, aiming to push the Lions closer to the Ben Johnson era under Dan Campbell, Lions head coach.
  • The interviews assumed the head coach would relinquish play-calling, as Dan Campbell took over after the Nov. 2 loss, but Drew Petzing’s hiring surprised some since they hadn’t worked together.
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Lions to hire Drew Petzing as new offensive coordinator

The Detroit Lions have found their next offensive coordinator, according to multiple reports. Drew Petzing and the Lions are finalizing a deal to make him the team's next OC, ESPN first reported Monday.

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