The Detroit Lions have a bunch of new faces on their 2018 coaching staff, so let’s get to know them individually.
One of the first things the Lions did this offseason—aside from firing head coach Jim Caldwell—was letting go of offensive line coach Ron Prince. It was a clear sign that Bob Quinn was no longer putting up with having one of the worst rushing games in the league. Filling Prince’s shoes was clearly a big priority, and on February 7, the Lions hired Jeff Davidson to take on that challenge.
Let’s get to know Jeff Davidson a little better:
Playing career
Coaching career
- 1996: Saints offensive assistant
- 1998-2001: Patriots assistant OL coach
- 2002-04: Patriots TE/assistant OL coach
- 2006: Browns assistant head coach/offensive coordinator
- 2017: Broncos OL coach
Davidson’s career can, for our intent and purposes, be split into three eras: the Patriots, the Panthers and the Vikings.