The Detroit Lions have made a significant addition to their coaching staff by hiring former Stanford head coach David Shaw as their new passing game coordinator on a multi-year deal.<\/p>\n
Shaw, 52, is well-regarded for his innovative offensive strategies and success in developing quarterbacks during his time at Stanford.<\/p>\n
His hiring is another important step in head coach Dan Campbell\u2019s effort to overhaul the Lions\u2019 offense as they prepare for the 2025 season.<\/p>\n
However, Shaw’s arrival may also indicate that Tanner Engstrand, the current pass game coordinator, could be on his way out.<\/p>\n
Engstrand, who has been with the Lions since 2020, is reportedly the front-runner for the New York Jets’ offensive coordinator position.<\/p>\n
Engstrand\u2019s potential departure would add another layer of change to the Lions’ coaching staff as Campbell works to improve the team\u2019s offensive performance.<\/p>\n
Engstrand has been with the Lions since 2020, initially joining as an offensive assistant, and has played a pivotal role in developing the passing game under former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.<\/p>\n
While Shaw\u2019s hiring offers a new approach to the passing game, it also increases the likelihood that Engstrand, a familiar presence in the organization, will pursue the opportunity with the Jets.<\/p>\n
As the Lions continue reshaping their coaching staff under Campbell, Shaw\u2019s arrival and Engstrand\u2019s possible departure may further impact the offense as the team looks ahead to the 2025 season.<\/p>\n
The Lions\u2019 commitment to enhancing their passing game is clear, and with Shaw bringing fresh ideas, there is hope that the offense will progress in a positive direction.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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