The Detroit Lions announced on Friday that head coach Jim Caldwell will remain with the team.
Shortly after the season ended, the Lions’ decision to hire a new general manager in Bob Quinn led to speculation that Caldwell might wind up out of a job. Detroit finished 7-9 and missed the playoffs this season after reaching the postseason with an 11-5 record in Caldwell’s first campaign with the team in 2014.
Quinn opted for continuity rather than replacing Caldwell after one bad season.
“After spending a significant amount of time together, it is clear that our football philosophies are very similar,” the new GM said in a statement. “I am convinced he is the right man to lead our football team moving forward.
“Jim’s entire body of work is impressive. It’s clear to me that this team believes in him and responds positively to his leadership.”
Quinn was formerly the Director of Pro Scouting for the New England Patriots, so some wondered if he would target his former team’s offensive coordinator for the job.
With Caldwell now safe, there is only one remaining head coaching vacancy for Josh McDaniels or any of the other candidates.
