Allen Park – Not to be overly dramatic, but the future of the Detroit Lions’ three most important pieces all hinge on the success of new offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell.
Hired Wednesday to replace Jim Bob Cooter, Bevell will be charged with raising a lifeless offense from the ashes, and doing so with coach Matt Patricia’s vision of toughness, balance and ball control in mind.
If the hire is a success, and the offensive improvements match those of a defense that appears poised to come into its own in 2018, the Lions could be on the fast track back to contending for division titles and postseason berths.