The Detroit Lions’ coaching staff has taken a hit, as the New York Jets have hired St. ve Heiden, the Lions’ tight ends coach, to join their staff. Heiden, who has been with the Lions since 2021, will take on the same role with the Jets.
Heiden’s departure is a significant loss for the Lions, as he has played a key role in developing the team’s tight ends. Under his guidance, T.J. Hockenson emerged as one of the top tight ends in the NFL, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2020.
The Lions’ tight ends group has been one of the team’s strengths in recent years, and Heiden’s coaching has been a major factor in their success. His ability to develop and motivate players has earned him a reputation as one of the top tight ends coaches in the NFL.
Heiden’s decision to leave the Lions for the Jets is likely due to the opportunity to work with a new team and take on new challenges. The Jets are looking to rebuild their offense, and Heiden’s expertise and experience will be valuable assets in that effort.
The Lions, meanwhile, will need to find a new tight ends coach to replace Heiden. The team has a number of options to consider, both internally and externally. Whoever they choose will have big shoes to fill, as Heiden has set a high standard for tight ends coaching in Detroit.
Heiden’s departure is the latest in a series of coaching changes for the Lions. The team has also lost defensive backs coach Brian Duker and linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard to other teams. While these losses are significant, the Lions are confident that they can find the right replacements to help the team succeed in the future.
The Jets, meanwhile, are excited to add Heiden to their coaching staff. The team is looking to rebuild its offense, and Heiden’s expertise and experience will be valuable assets in that effort.
“We’re thrilled to add Steve to our coaching staff,” said Jets head coach Robert Saleh. “He’s a highly respected coach who has a proven track record of developing tight ends. We’re excited to see the impact he’ll have on our offense.”
Heiden’s hiring is the latest move in the Jets’ efforts to rebuild their offense. The team has also hired a new offensive coordinator, Nathaniel Hackett, and has been busy signing free agents and making trades to bolster their roster.
As the Jets look to the future, they’re excited to have Heiden on board. His expertise and experience will be valuable assets as the team looks to rebuild its offense and become a contender in the AFC East.
In other news, the Lions have announced that they will be holding a press conference on Friday to introduce their new coaching hires. The team has been busy making changes to its coaching staff, and fans are eager to learn more about the new coaches and their plans for the team.
The press conference will be held at the Lions’ practice facility in Allen Park, Michigan. Fans can watch the press conference live on the Lions’ website or on local television.
