New England Patriots defensive coordinator Matt Patricia could be in line for his first head-coaching job if the Detroit Lions make a change after their season ends on Sunday.
Per NFL Network's Michael Silver, Patricia would be the Lions' top choice to take over as head coach if Jim Caldwell is fired.
NFL Network's James Palmer added Patricia and Lions general manager Bob Quinn worked together in New England from 2004-15.
The Lions will likely wait until after Sunday's regular-season finale against the Green Bay Packers before making a decision on Caldwell, who has resisted any talk about his job status throughout the week.