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Detroit Lions hire Richard Haddad as president and CEO

10 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 9:56 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Detroit Lions hire Richard Haddad as president and CEO
Summary

The Detroit Lions appointed Richard Haddad as their new president and CEO on August 5, 2026. Haddad, a Michigan native, previously held leadership roles with the Detroit Pistons, where he served as Chief Operating Officer. He succeeds Rod Wood, who announced his retirement earlier this offseason. Lions principal owner Sheila Hamp expressed confidence in Haddad's leadership abilities, emphasizing his understanding of the franchise's importance to Detroit. Haddad stated his excitement in taking the role, highlighting his lifelong support for the Lions and his commitment to the team's future success.

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Key Details
  • •Richard Haddad takes over as Lions president and CEO.
  • •Haddad previously worked with the Detroit Pistons for 14 years.
  • •He replaces Rod Wood, who is retiring.
  • •Haddad aims to drive the Lions towards a championship.
  • •Sheila Hamp and the Lions' ownership backed Haddad's appointment.
Latest Updates
  • 10:45 PMESPN NBA — Lions name Pistons exec Haddad president, CEO
  • 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Hire Richard Haddad to Replace Rod Wood
  • 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Lions hire Detroit Pistons executive Richard Haddad as President and CEO
  • 6:39 PMYahoo Sports — Lions hire Pistons' COO Richard Haddad as team president
  • 6:39 PMYahoo Sports — Lions hire Pistons COO Richard Haddad as team president
  • 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions name Richard Haddad new team President and CEO
  • 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Lions announce Richard Haddad as new president, CEO
  • 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions announce new president, CEO Richard Haddad
What they're saying
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The Detroit Lions have selected Richard Haddad as their next President and CEO. The longtime Pistons executive and lifelong Lions fan will replace Rod Wood and oversee the franchise’s football and business operations.

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Michigan native Richard Haddad spent the past 14 years with Pistons and becomes successor to Rod Wood, who announced his retirement after 11 seasons.

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Richard Haddad, who spent the past 14 years with the NBA's Pistons, has been named the president and CEO of the Lions, the team announced Wednesday.

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