The Lions finished the season 9-8 and ranked in the top 10 in nearly every major offensive category under Johnson’s guidance. Detroit finished fifth in the NFL in points scored, fourth in total yards and eighth in passing.
Johnson started his rise among the Lions coaching ranks last year when he took over as pass game coordinator after Lions head coach Dan Campbell took over play-calling duties from Anthony Lynn midway through last season. The offense instantly improved, and Detroit won three of their final six games.
Johnson was named offensive coordinator last offseason and that side of the football was a strength for this team all year. The Lions’ offense racked up 4,000 passing yards and 2,000 rushing yards for the first time in franchise history. The team topped 30 points in a game eight times, the most in the NFL this season and in franchise history.
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