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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 26, 2026 03:27 PM ET

Dan Orlovsky backs Petzing's Lions play-calling, cites Ben Johnson standard

Detroit topped the Green Bay Packers 20-17 in the final.

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Dear @Lions fans—respectfully—if Ben Johnson made these calls you’d be praising him. Give Petzing his flowers… #nfllive Via @danorlovsky7 on X

What happened: Dan Orlovsky urged Detroit supporters on Monday to credit offensive play-caller Petzing, arguing the same play calls would draw praise if dialed up by former coordinator Ben Johnson.

Why it matters: Petzing, whose early influence on the Lions offense drew offseason praise from Dan Campbell, continues to be measured against Johnson's tenure with the franchise. Petzing has emphasized his collaboration with quarterback Jared Goff as the unit adapts to his system.

What to watch: Detroit will face Johnson on the opposite sideline when the Lions host the Chicago Bears at Ford Field on Thanksgiving.

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