“I am prepared.” Dan Campbell said this with the confidence of a coach bracing for impact—and boy, did that impact come fast. It was after the Lions fell to the Commanders in the Divisional Round, shattering Detroit’s belief that this could be their year. Then, just as the offseason rolled in, the hits kept coming.

OC Ben Johnson? Off to Chicago to become the Bears’ head coach. Defensive Coordinator Aaron Glenn? A hot name in coaching circles, with serious interest swirling. And now, Defensive Line Coach Terrell Williams? Per NFL insider Adam Schefter, he’s heading to Foxborough to join the Patriots as their defensive coordinator.

Talk about a one-two-three punch. Williams, who spent years alongside Mike Vrabel in Tennessee, was highly respected in Detroit, but that connection to Vrabel clearly carried weight. Fun fact: Vrabel trusted Williams enough to let him serve as a head coach for the Titans’ 2023 preseason opener.

It’s no surprise the Pats came calling after appointing Vrabel as the HC. I mean, after the Jerod Mayo stint, where everything and everyone seemed on a different wavelength, bidding on past partners could be an upliftment they need. However, that’s just not the only problem that Vrabel faces. And we’ll come to that.

However, you know, Campbell might be wondering: ‘Where did I go wrong?’ You see, Williams joined the Lions this season after the Titans parted ways with him and Vrabel. But that’s not it. In truth, Williams and Campbell go way back—he was on the Dolphins’ staff in 2015 when Campbell took over as interim head coach. Ouch! Alas, he had a stronger connection with Vrabel.

As for Detroit, this has to be the wake up call. Williams leaving, Glenn likely out the door, and Johnson already gone—it’s a triple blow to a coaching staff that helped craft one of the NFL’s most promising teams. Yes, even the Lions fell to the Jayden Daniels show. But a 15-2 regular season. No. 2 in offense. 20th defense, despite the injuries. You can’t just prepare for that… But Coach Campbell is optimistic.

So, who steps up for the Lions? On the offensive side, there are three clear in-house candidates: offensive line coach Hank Fraley, running backs coach Scottie Montgomery, and passing-game coordinator Tanner Engstrand. Fraley seems like the obvious choice—but hold on. The Seahawks already conducted a virtual interview with him during Detroit’s bye week, and a second in-person meeting is next.

If Fraley’s weighing his options, it might signal that he’s not sold on getting the Lions’ OC job—or that he’s open to leaving entirely.

So, for Dan Campbell, the clock is ticking. If the Lions want to keep Fraley, they might need to move fast. Losing him to Seattle—or worse, seeing Johnson poach him for Chicago—would only deepen the hole Detroit is trying to fill.

Meanwhile, Glenn seems destined to follow Johnson and Williams out the door. So, Campbell’s preparedness is not showing. And let’s be honest, “confidence” isn’t a strategy. Dan, it’s time to act before you lose more than just the pieces you’ve already sacrificed.

So, Dan Capmbell keeps losing while Mike Vrabel keeps adding!

Aaron Glenn is in demand, folks. After the Lions’ Divisional round loss, Glenn emerged as the frontrunner for the Jets’ head coach vacancy. The Jets clearly wanted to lock him down fast, reportedly offering a “substantial” deal. According to Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz, the job is Glenn’s if he wants it. Sigh, Dan Campbell… But here’s the kicker—he left their facilities without signing.

The Jets even pulled out the big guns—team owner Woody Johnson’s plane whisked Glenn back to Detroit. Why? To sweeten the deal and, fingers crossed, keep him from even sitting down with the Saints later this week. The Jets aren’t just interested—they’re desperate. Can you blame them? Glenn is a sharp defensive mind, and after their 5-12 disaster in 2024, New York needs fresh leadership like Aaron Rodgers needs better protection.

But for Glenn, it’s personal. The Jets drafted him 12th overall back in ’94, where he spent eight years locking down receivers. He even worked for them as a scout post-retirement. A return to New York feels like a natural storyline, but don’t sleep on the Saints swooping in. After all, Glenn’s got options—and leverage.

Meanwhile, back in Detroit, Dan Campbell has a growing list of problems. Glenn might leave. Ben Johnson is already off to Chicago. Terrell Williams? Gone to New England as Vrabel’s new defensive coordinator. This coaching exodus is hitting the Lions like a sack on 4th-and-goal. Campbell says he’s “prepared,” but the replacements aren’t exactly lining up just yet.

Speaking of Vrabel, he’s making moves like a front-office quarterback. His latest? Reuniting with Josh McDaniels, now New England’s offensive coordinator. Then reuniting with Williams. Uff! Vrabel is realizing the phrase: “Getting the band back together…”

Sure, McDaniels’ head coaching stints didn’t pan out, but as an OC? The guy’s a wizard, especially with young QBs. Oh, he can cook with Drake Maye. Just ask Matt Cassel, who thrived under McDaniels when Brady was sidelined.

But for Vrabel, this isn’t just a reunion—it’s a masterclass in building a winning staff. Campbell might want to take notes. There’s still time, and options. Yes, there’s still time left. And a lot of it. But the options might start getting thinner.