A day after the Detroit Lions supposedly lost out on top candidate Ken Whisenhunt they have agreed to terms with Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator, and former Indianapolis head coach Jim Caldwell. Caldwell was under some scrutiny this season after Baltimore's run game seemingly disappeared, but those close to the team knew that had more to do with offensive line problems vs. play calling.
Caldwell, 58, has been in the league for 13 years and was a staple in the college coaching ranks before that. Caldwell will be bringing Baltimore Ravens secondary coach Teryl Austin and Rutgers offensive coordinator Ron Prince with him to Detroit. Austin will take over as defensive coordinator and Prince as offensive coordinator.
Caldwell impressed the Lions in his interview by breaking down every throw Matthew Stafford made this season and went over what he saw as strengths and flaws. Stafford sat in on the interview and came away just as impressed. Caldwell worked with Peyton Manning for 8 years and helped in much of Peytons development. He will clearly help Stafford and is very excited to return to his midwestern (Born in Wisconsin) roots.
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