**Lions OC Ben Johnson Unfazed by Use of Trick Plays Against Cowboys**

Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson of the Detroit Lions remains unconcerned about the possible overuse of trick plays during their recent matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.

Despite the perception that the Lions unleashed an array of trick plays in their game against the Cowboys, Johnson stands by his decisions. Last week's game featured a variety of creative plays, including a reverse flea flicker, a lateral pass to offensive tackle Penei Sewell, and a pass to Taylor Decker. Notably, both Decker and tackle Dan Skipper were reported as eligible for several plays, a nod to a controversial call that went against Detroit in a game against Dallas last year.

Some fans and analysts have questioned whether deploying such creative plays in a game where the Lions had a significant lead—like the lateral to Sewell with the Lions up 37-9 late in the third quarter—was a waste. The concern centers around the notion that these plays take extensive preparation and might be better saved for more critical game situations.

Johnson, however, has a different perspective. He emphasized that the team's trick plays are only called when the circumstances are right. "We do have some elements of that where we have to get the right look," Johnson explained. "We're not just calling plays to call plays because we think they look cool. It's really by design and intent and then our guys carry it the rest of the way."

Addressing fears that the Lions might run out of effective trick plays or have already used their best ones, Johnson expressed confidence in the team's strategic depth. "I'm not worried about putting things on tape. If anything else, it's just going to help set up the next thing down the road," he said. Adding, "And yeah, the well is deep in terms of the thoughts."

In summary, Johnson is confident that the Lions still have plenty of creative strategies left to deploy and insists that each play is used with careful consideration and intent. If anyone thinks the Lions have run out of surprises after their game against Dallas, Johnson suggests that they are sorely mistaken.