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Detroit Lions promote four executives in front office restructuring

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 2:34 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Detroit Lions promote four executives in front office restructuring
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On August 12, 2026, the Detroit Lions announced several promotions within their front office. Dwayne Joseph is now vice president of player personnel, and Rob Lohman has been elevated to vice president of roster operations. Joe Kelleher has been promoted to director of pro scouting, while Mark Olson becomes assistant director of college scouting. These changes aim to strengthen the personnel department under general manager Brad Holmes, who emphasizes a draft-and-develop strategy for roster construction. The Lions are committed to maintaining continuity and retaining talented evaluators to support their ongoing efforts as a Super Bowl contender.

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  • •Dwayne Joseph becomes vice president of player personnel.
  • •Rob Lohman promoted to vice president of roster operations.
  • •Joe Kelleher is now director of pro scouting.
  • •Mark Olson elevated to assistant director of college scouting.
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  • 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Announce Several Front Office Promotions
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The Detroit Lions continue to make changes behind the scenes as Brad Holmes strengthens the personnel department that has helped reshape the franchise. According to Justin Rogers of Detroit Football Network, the Lions have promoted Dwayne Joseph, Rob Lohman, Joe…

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