Brady Comments on Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn as Potential Raiders Candidates
DETROIT – During the broadcast of the Detroit Lions’ playoff game, Tom Brady discussed interviewing both of the team’s coordinators, Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, for a head coaching position.
Brady, serving as an analyst for the FOX broadcast of the divisional round matchup between the Lions and the Washington Commanders, also holds a partial ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, who are in search of a new head coach this offseason.
Johnson and Glenn are among the top candidates on the coaching market, and Brady was questioned during the first quarter about his experience interviewing them.
While he didn’t shy away from the question, Brady refrained from revealing any specific details.
“It’s just been a great learning experience,” Brady remarked. “What you realize: The league’s full of great potential, and what I believe is the resumes, the accolades are all earned by what people do on the field. You earn your opportunities and you do your performance and let that all do the talking, just as it should be, and as I did when I was a player.”
In other words, Brady offered a lot of commentary without disclosing much concrete information.
With the Lions’ playoff run now over, it seems likely that both Johnson and Glenn will soon be targeted for head coaching roles. Despite their underwhelming performance on Saturday night, both coordinators are almost certain to receive offers in the days ahead.
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Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff backs Michigan, picks against Ohio State
The Detroit Lions are gearing up for a significant game against the Washington Commanders on Saturday, but they’re also keeping an eye on the College Football Playoff national championship set for Monday. Ohio State and Notre Dame will battle for the title, and it’s clear many Lions players are invested in the outcome.
When asked to pick a winner while heading into the facility, several Lions players made their choices. However, starting quarterback Jared Goff made sure to make his stance known. He chose Notre Dame to win the championship and, looking directly into the camera, said, “Go Blue.”
Ohio State vs. Notre Dame… who ya got? 🏈🏆 pic.twitter.com/nlgBvlB0L9
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) January 17, 2025
Although Goff played quarterback at Cal in college, he’s been vocal about his support for the Michigan Football program. In fact, Goff has openly identified as part of the maize and blue faithful, particularly when discussing the rivalry between Michigan and Michigan State. When asked by former Michigan offensive lineman Taylor Lewan about the rivalry, Goff was quick to answer.
“You’re in a state that’s very divided from a college standpoint,” Lewan reminded Goff. “Who do you side with, Michigan or Michigan State?”
Without missing a beat, Goff responded, “Michigan, Michigan.” He continued, “And not just because you’re sitting here. It’s just because where I live and nearby here, it’s a lot of Michigan alum. And so, I really don’t know many Michigan State alum personally.”
This may sting a bit for the Spartan fans who also support the Lions, but if Goff leads Detroit to a Super Bowl win, it’s likely those Spartan fans will find a way to forgive him.
