Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson could have left Detroit after last season’s success but chose to stay to build on what’s been an impressive campaign under Dan Campbell. This season, he’s once again at the top of the list for several NFL teams looking for a fresh start.

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is among the top names in this year's NFL head coaching cycle —and according to one NFL insider, he's become "the candidate to watch" for one team in particular.

Ben Johnson has a local tie and a connection with the Patriots' most important player. Read more on Boston.com.