Detroit Lions name Richard Haddad as new president and CEO
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:24 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Detroit Lions have appointed Richard Haddad as the team's new president and CEO, effective September. This decision follows the retirement announcement of Rod Wood, who held the position since 2015. Lions owner Sheila Ford Hamp expressed her excitement about Haddad's leadership experience and commitment to the franchise. Haddad previously worked as the Chief Operating Officer for Pistons Sports & Entertainment for 14 years. He aims to build on the foundation established by his predecessors and fulfill the team's championship aspirations.
- •Richard Haddad named president and CEO of the Detroit Lions.
- •Haddad starts in September, succeeding Rod Wood.
- •Rod Wood announced retirement earlier this year.
- •Sheila Ford Hamp endorses Haddad's leadership qualities.
- •Haddad previously served as COO for Pistons Sports & Entertainment.
- 12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Officially Reveal Rod Wood’s Successor As President And CEO
"Earlier this year in February, Detroit Lions team president and CEO Rod Wood announced that he would retire prior to the beginning of the 2026 NFL season. And after a months-long search, the Lions have officially introduced his successor.On Wednesday, the Lions named Richard Haddad the club’s next team president and CEO, a role that […] The post Detroit Lions Officially Reveal Rod Wood’s Successor As President And CEO appeared first on HEAVY.
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