Detroit Lions special projects history

George Godsey

Godsey was the special projects for the Detroit Lions in the 2017 season. Godsey's record as the team's special projects was 9-7-0, making him the second-most successful special projects in Detroit Lions history.

Evan Rothstein

Rothstein was the special projects for the Detroit Lions in the 2014 season. Rothstein's record as the team's special projects was 11-5-0, making him the most successful special projects in Detroit Lions history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2014) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Rothstein in playoff games.


Detroit Lions special projects record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
George Godsey 2017 9-7-0 56.3% 0-0
Evan Rothstein 2014 11-5-0 68.8% 0-1

Detroit Lions special projects facts

  • Evan Rothstein was the first special projects in Lions history in 2014.
  • Evan Rothstein and George Godsey coached the most seasons as the Lions's special projects at one season.
  • George Godsey was the last coach to hold the position of special projects, leaving the role after the 2017 season.