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A top Lions front office executive is announcing his departure.
While the Detroit Lions have already undergone more than a few changes both on the sidelines and in the dressing room, their front office has just confirmed a major departure
Rod Wood, Team President and CEO of the Lions, has announced that he intends to retire, and that the club will begin searching for his replacement immediately.
In a statement, Wood thanked the Ford Family and expressed his pride with where the organization is today compared to when he arrived 11 seasons ago.
“I want to thank the Ford Family and ultimately Lions fans everywhere for trusting me to lead the Detroit Lions for the last 11 seasons,” said Wood. “It has been an absolute thrill for me to lead this organization, and I am proud of what we have accomplished over that decade-plus. I am most proud of where I am leaving this organization, in the capable hands of Sheila Hamp, Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell.”
“The entire Ford family would like to thank Rod for his dedication and commitment to the Detroit Lions and the city of Detroit,” said Sheila Hamp, Detroit Lions Principal Owner and Chair. “Rod has been a trusted advisor and passionate leader for our organization and the entire NFL during that time and has prepared our organization for a promising future. While Rod will be missed, we are excited to work with Russell Reynolds Associates to find the next dynamic leader of our business.”