Lions GM Brad Holmes admits to being surprised by former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson's decision to become the Chicago Bears head coach. Holmes acknowledges Johnson's popularity as a coaching candidate and his interviews with multiple teams.

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes addressed during a recent podcast appearance offensive coordinator Ben Johnson leaving for the Chicago Bears. The post Lions’ Brad Holmes Speaks out on Ben Johnson Leaving for Chicago Bears appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Detroit Lions will face their former offensive coordinator twice a year in the NFC North, as Ben Johnson left Motown to take over as the head coach of the Chicago Bears. During the offseason, Johnson was viewed as the consensus top available option on the head coaching market.