Detroit Lions tight ends coach Ben Johnson has been promoted to offensive coordinator, a source told ESPN on Monday, confirming a report by NFL Network.
His promotion comes after Lions head coach Dan Campbell officially opened up the search in Mobile, Alabama, during the week of the Senior Bowl, where he conducted interviews.
Johnson was elevated to the offensive coordinator role for Saturday's Senior Bowl, coaching the American team alongside Lions assistant head coach and running backs coach Duce Staley, who served as head coach for the game.
"I've known Dan for a long time so I think that certainly helps just having that comfort level.