Hold onto your helmets, football fans, because the Detroit Lions are making a move that could shake up their offensive strategy! This Thursday, the Lions are set to interview Zac Robinson, the former Falcons offensive coordinator, for their own vacant offensive coordinator position. But here’s where it gets intriguing: Robinson isn’t just a one-team wonder. He’s already been in the hot seat with the Buccaneers for a similar role, proving he’s a hot commodity in the coaching world.
Robinson’s journey to this point is nothing short of impressive. He spent five seasons with the Rams, climbing the ladder from assistant quarterbacks coach to passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach under the legendary Sean McVay. And this is the part most people miss: Robinson was right there in 2019 as the assistant quarterbacks coach when Jared Goff was leading the Rams as their starting quarterback. Fast forward to 2020, and Robinson shifted gears to become the assistant wide receivers coach during Goff’s final season in Los Angeles. The plot thickens when you realize Goff later became the Lions’ starting quarterback in 2021. Could this history with Goff give Robinson an edge in Detroit?
But the Lions aren’t putting all their eggs in one basket. They’ve also got their eyes on Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka, former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel, and Seahawks passing game coordinator Jake Peetz. Here’s the controversial twist: The Commanders recently promoted David Blough to offensive coordinator, a move that came after the Lions had shown strong interest in him. Did the Lions miss their chance, or are they better off with the remaining candidates?
This hiring process is more than just filling a vacancy—it’s about shaping the future of the Lions’ offense. Robinson’s experience with both Goff and McVay’s innovative schemes could be a game-changer, but is he the right fit? Or will another candidate step up to the challenge? What do you think? Is Robinson the Lions’ missing piece, or should they look elsewhere? Let’s hear your take in the comments below!
