New Lions Defensive Backs Coach Steve Gregory Scored TD on "Butt Fumble"

New Lions defensive backs coach has a special place in NFL history

Since the 2019 season came to a close, the Lions have made drastic changes to their coaching staff. 

Per requirements of ownership, 12 members of Matt Patricia's coaching staff in 2020 will be new.

Defensive backs coach Brian Stewart was replaced with Steve Gregory. 

While Patricia was the defensive coordinator of the Patriots, he had the opportunity to coach Gregory for two seasons. 

Gregory joined Detroit in 2018, and served as a defensive assistant prior to his promotion. 

He also gained experience coaching at Syracuse after his playing career ended.

"I think in the hiring process you always want to try to get people around you that understand what you’re looking for and that know you the best," Patricia said in 2018 via the Detroit Free Press. "And I think a lot of guys since I had left Syracuse a long time ago, those guys have gone and coached other places and have different ideas and thoughts, we’ve just always stayed in touch. And when you can again, speak the same language with some of those guys and be on the same page as far as what you want from an atmosphere and a coaching fundamental standpoint, and a scheme standpoint, those are going to be the guys you gravitate to first."

One of the most memorable plays in NFL history occurred on Nov. 22, 2012: the "Butt Fumble."

To recall, Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez collided with the rear end of teammate Brandon Moore, and fumbled the football.

Many may not be aware that the football was recovered by the New England Patriots, and was returned for a touchdown by none other than Gregory.

15. BUTT FUMBLE
Nov. 22, 2012

Jets QB Mark Sanchez collides with rear end of teammate Brandon Moore and fumbles, recovered and returned for TD by Patriots' Steve Gregory.

Factoid: It was 1 of 3 fumbles Jets lost leading to Patriots scores -- all in span of 52 seconds in Q2. pic.twitter.com/sCfgf2dlKG

— Gil Brandt (@Gil_Brandt) August 21, 2019

Taught me so much about how to play safety...Well deserved -Dmac https://t.co/IUSXL3rbzf

— Devin&Jason McCourty (@McCourtyTwins) March 9, 2020

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