Allen Park — Sticking with the theme that's defined Dan Campbell's coaching staff in Detroit, the Lions are reportedly adding another longtime NFL player, Steve Heiden, to the mix.
Heiden, a third-round pick in the 1999 NFL draft, played tight end for 11 seasons for the Chargers and Cleveland Browns. Throughout his career, he tallied 201 receptions for 1,689 yards and 14 touchdowns.
Shortly after his retirement in 2010, Heiden transitioned into coaching, starting as a special-teams assistant and assistant tight end coach with the Arizona Cardinals in 2013. He was hired by Bruce Arians, who had served as Heiden's offensive coordinator in Cleveland for two seasons.