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Jon Gruden visits Lions, praises former mentee John Morton

Lions OC John Morton Makes Announcement on Legendary NFL Head Coach
The Detroit Lions' preseason preparations continued Monday in Allen Park, Michigan, as fans and media took stock of coach Dan Campbell's team ahead of the 2025-26 season. Lions offensive coordinator John Morton was given the opportunity to share his perspective on the team,
Lions OC John Morton credits Jon Gruden for his opportunity and schematic influence
Lions OC John Morton credits Jon Gruden for his initial coaching opportunity and schematic influence on his offense
'This guy is nuts': Jon Gruden visits Lions, praises former mentee John Morton
Allen Park — One of the most influential voices of John Morton's career is in the building.
Why Lions OC John Morton spent his summer in the lab: Training camp news and notes
Lions offensive coordinator John Morton delayed his vacation this year. No beaches, no trips to Cancun. He instead used his time to do what most offensive coordinators would rather be doing: locking themselves away and grinding tape. It’s what you’ll come to learn about Morton.
Jon Gruden says new Lions OC is ‘freaking nuts’ and a creative mastermind
"For all the Detroit fans, what you don’t see is the work ethic that you’re getting. This guy is nuts. People thought I was nuts. This guy is freaking nuts, man."
Lions notes: Coordinator John Morton to call plays from coach's box
Allen Park — New Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton hasn't been an offensive coordinator since the 2017 season with the New York Jets, so it's been a minute since he's called plays.
5 takeaways from OC John Morton's media session
Here are my five biggest takeaways from that media session:
Jon Gruden Praises New Detroit Lions OC John Morton In Surprise Training Camp Visit
Jon Gruden, a coach synonymous with intense playbooks and fiery passion, made an unexpected appearance at the Detroit Lions’ training camp this week. His visit wasn’t just a casual stop; it was personal.
John Morton Plans to Use Full Power of Lions Offense
Taking over a team that has consistently produced a top-five offense over the last three season is no easy task, but coaching veteran John Morton is eager to accept the challenge. He's no stranger to Detroit, having spent the 2022 season as an offensive assistant working with Dan Campbell and Ben Johnson to build the scheme.
Jon Gruden at Lions camp to support his protege, offensive coordinator John Morton
Lions offensive coordinator John Morton's brief NFL playing career included time playing wide receiver for the Packers when Jon Gruden was their wide receivers coach, and Morton's first job as an assistant coach was for Gruden on the Raiders' staff.
6 takeaways from Lions OC John Morton’s informative press conference
Many have wondered about Morton’s play-calling skills, given his limited experience. He only regularly called plays during his one year as Jets offensive coordinator in 2017. However, Morton expressed confidence in his abilities.
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Lions WR appears to throw shade at Bears HC Ben Johnson
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The new wrinkle that John Morton wants to add to the Lions offense is something a lot of people think Jared Goff can't do
The Detroit Lions started training camp last week, and one thing that everyone has noticed is that while the offense seems to ...
Lions OC John Morton: Tate Ratledge did 'exceptional job' at center before position switch
John Morton said he will call plays from the coaches booth in Thursday's preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Graham Glasgow Says Ben Johnson Was Little More 'Uppity'
Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn both took head coaching jobs this offseason, leaving Detroit to replace each of the leaders of ...
Will Lions put Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery on the field together? Here's what John Morton said
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton was asked about playing David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs together in 2025.
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Lovett on adapting to the NFL
Wide receiver Dominic Lovett speaks to reporters after practice about adapting to the NFL, being a sponge around the vets on the team, and his impressions of offensive coordinator John Morton.
Lions QB Addresses Strong Worries about New Staff
After three outstanding years with offensive coordinator Ben Johnson calling the shots, including a 2024 season in which he ...