The Detroit Lions have landed on a replacement for offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, picking John Morton to lead the new unit.

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 situation.

The Detroit Lions have agreed to hire Denver Broncos assistant John Morton as offensive coordinator and promote Kelvin Sheppard ... Campbell said quarterback Jared Goff would have some say in ...

The Detroit Lions have agreed to hire Denver Broncos assistant John Morton as offensive coordinator and promote Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator.

The 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 situation.

Quarterback Jared Goff, running backs David Montgomery ... Defensively, linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard is someone whom Glenn has been mentoring and could be next in line. However, Johnson ...

I’m going to be involved no matter what because I think that’s best for our offense, but also (Jared) Goff ... if needed are linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard and cornerbacks coach Deshea ...

“This thing is set up for (Jared) Goff to have success with our ... Glenn said this fall he was grooming linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard to be a defensive coordinator. No matter the makeup ...

Campbell hired Morton as a senior offensive assistant that season. It just so happened to be Johnson’s first year as an offensive coordinator and play caller. He was only 35 at the time. Considering Campbell had fired Anthony Lynn just one year into his Detroit tenure, it was crucial for him to get the next hire right.

The NFL is set to conduct its annual Pro Bowl Games Thursday and Sunday, and six Detroit Lions will officially be participating. Detroit has had multiple players selected that have been replaced, including offensive tackle Penei Sewell and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. However, they will still be well-represented.

The Detroit Lions made a major announcement on Thursday, one that will shape the Motor City team for years to come.