The Detroit Lions, the NFL's first 0-16 team, agreed on a 4 year deal with Schwartz to make him their next coach. The former Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator will be introduced at a Friday news conference at Ford Field, where Detroit lost its home games last year by an average of 21.4 points to break another dubious league record.Schwartz,42 years old just finished his eighth season as the Titans' defensive coordinator and his 10th on their staff.
"After an extensive search that included several highly qualified coaches, we are thrilled that Jim Schwartz will become our team's head coach, Martin and I believe that Jim's qualifications and vision will lead this organization on the field toward our goal of becoming a championship football team." Said the team president, Tom Lewand.
The chance to lead an infamous team only seemed to motivate Schwartz to get the job.
The Lions also showed some interest in Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, Vikings defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier and Chargers defensive coordinator Ron Rivera.
Before join Tennessee, Schwartz spent three years on the Baltimore Ravens' staff. He also was a college and pro scout for the Cleveland Browns and that experience might be valuable in Detroit.
The Lions last won a title in 1957 with Layne as starting quarterback. A broken leg kept Layne out of the NFL championship game, but backup Tobin Rote led Detroit to a 59-14 win over the Cleveland Browns.
Since then, the Lions have the same number of playoff victories as Pro Bowl QBs: one.
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