Sources: Lions finalizing deal to hire Drew Petzing as new OC
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Key Points:
- The Detroit Lions are finalizing a deal to hire Drew Petzing, former Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator, as their new offensive coordinator, replacing John Morton after one season.
- Petzing, 38, is expected to take on playcalling duties, relieving Lions head coach Dan Campbell, who assumed playcalling mid-season following Morton's struggles.
- The Lions finished 9-8 in the previous season, missing the postseason for the first time since 2022, despite having top offensive talent like Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs.
- General manager Brad Holmes emphasized leadership, attention to detail, and command as key qualities sought in the new offensive coordinator during the team's thorough coaching search.
- Under former coordinator Ben Johnson in
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