The Detroit Lions are losing a coach as the 2025-26 season winds down, with the Christmas game against the Vikings looming.

Blough, a former quarterback, spent two stints with the Lions after going undrafted out of Purdue in 2019 and has had a quick rise in the coaching profession since retiring in 2023. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday night, just hours after Morton was let go, that Blough was on Detroit's radar.

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has decided to move on from offensive coordinator John Morton after one year.

Following their disappointing 2025 season, the Detroit Lions are already shaking things up with a coaching change.

Midseason adjustments saw head coach Dan Campbell take over play-calling duties, a sign of deeper issues with offensive rhythm and identity. Despite flashes, the Lions’ inability to maintain offensive momentum became a defining storyline as the regular season closed.

Change was a key subject among the Detroit Lions as they cleared lockers, from a possible new play-caller to retirements and beefing up the roster.

The Detroit Lions fired offensive coordinator John Morton on Tuesday, ending his tenure after just one season as the team attempts to recalibrate following a step back from its 2024 peak.

As Detroit searches for a new OC, Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Monday he is "open" to the idea of remaining the permanent offensive play-caller.