Coach Dan Campbell still amazed at Lions comeback to beat Texans on Sunday night
1 month, 1 week ago

Coach Dan Campbell still amazed at Lions comeback to beat Texans on Sunday night

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell has seen a lot of things as an NFL player and coach. “That’s so tough for a defense, because they are out there keeping them out of the end zone and then we throw an interception two plays later and they are back on the field,” Campbell said. “How can you not love a cover corner who can run, hit, shut down the running game and pick off two passes when we needed them?” What’s working The Lions run defense dominated the Texans all night. “He’s such a hard runner and he kept coming after us, but we were able to bottle him up.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Stock down Jameson Williams had 12 combined receptions and rushing attempts for 228 yards in Detroit’s first two games, making everyone think he had finally arrived as the big-play threat the Lions needed so badly.

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Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell hopes to be happy on Thanksgiving for the first time in four years. You want to win this game and be able to enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner with your family and it’ll be my first time experiencing that here and I want to do that.” Caleb’s comfort Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who was taken No. 1 …

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars
1 month, 1 week ago

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are off to their best start in seven decades thanks in part to the play of Jared Goff. That’s the way we’re built.” The Lions became the first team since 1970 to win after trailing by at least 15 points and throwing five interceptions. Streaking St. Brown Detroit’s offense was sluggish in its first two …

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions
1 month, 1 week ago

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions

CNN  

CNN — Despite throwing a career-high five interceptions, Jared Goff led the Detroit Lions to a come-from-behind 26-23 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football at NRG Stadium. The Lions trailed 23-7 heading into halftime after Goff threw three interceptions in the first half. Detroit rattled off 16 unanswered points to tie the game with just over five …

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions dominated the Tennessee Titans 52-14 in a convincing performance. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and David Montgomery was the first of five players to score in the first half for the Lions. The Lions had their highest-scoring game since 1970 and scored at least 50 for the fourth time in franchise history.

Campbell still believes in Lions defense despite poor performance against Seahawks
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Campbell still believes in Lions defense despite poor performance against Seahawks

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell strongly believes the Detroit Lions still have the strong defense they showed in the first three games of the season. We have to clean it up — we can’t survive 12 penalties every game — so we will keep working on our craft.” The Lions did have two takeaways, with Davis contributing a 49-yard fumble return …

Dan Campbell will aim to improve 0-3 mark against Seattle when Lions host Seahawks on Monday night
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dan Campbell will aim to improve 0-3 mark against Seattle when Lions host Seahawks on Monday night

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell has a lot to be proud of, leading the Detroit Lions to success they had not enjoyed for generations. The Lions won the NFC North last season, their first division title in three decades, and earned two playoff victories in one postseason for the first time since winning the 1957 NFL title. “You get tired of …

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions opened the season by outlasting the Los Angeles Rams with a balanced offense, grinding out yards on the ground and going to the air for some pivotal plays just as they did in their NFC wild-card game. David Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in overtime lifted the Lions to a 26-20 win over the Matthew Stafford-led …

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. On a Sunday filled with superlative performances by Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce in the AFC championship game and a stellar comeback by Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers against the Lions in the NFC title game, Campbell’s fourth-down decisions stole the spotlight. Detroit Lions fans …

Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The aggressiveness that characterized the turnaround for the Detroit Lions under coach Dan Campbell backfired at the worst possible time. Detroit failed on two fourth-down tries in field-goal range in the second half, contributing to a blown 17-point halftime lead and a 34-31 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday. “It …

Lions’ Dan Campbell made bad decisions during NFC title game, but not the ones you think
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions’ Dan Campbell made bad decisions during NFC title game, but not the ones you think

New York Times  

Sunday night’s NFC Championship Game saw a historic comeback by the San Francisco 49ers as they rallied from a 17-point deficit against the Detroit Lions to punch their ticket to Las Vegas for Super Bowl 58 and a rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. GO DEEPER Dan Campbell: 'I don't regret' fourth-down decisions However, let’s quickly discuss the two decisions …

No one believed deluded Dan Campbell, who has crazed Detroit on Super Bowl doorstep
11 months ago

No one believed deluded Dan Campbell, who has crazed Detroit on Super Bowl doorstep

LA Times  

Three years later, Lions coach Dan Campbell can take his bows for his predictions when hired. Precisely three years after newly hired coach Dan Campbell delivered his introductory news conference — widely dismissed as just another deluded dreamer thinking he could fix a hopelessly fractured franchise — the reborn Lions barged into the NFC championship game. Whereas the other three …

Lions defeat Buccaneers to set up NFC championship showdown with 49ers
11 months ago

Lions defeat Buccaneers to set up NFC championship showdown with 49ers

LA Times  

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff passes for a touchdown during a 31-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC divisional playoffs Sunday at Ford Field. Goff threw his second touchdown pass with 6:22 left and the Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 in the divisional round on Sunday, lifting Detroit into the NFC championship for the first …

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win
11 months, 1 week ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Dan Campbell has receipts. “There will be a time and place for that,” the Detroit Lions coach said Monday, a day after leading his team to a win over the Los Angeles Rams to give the franchise its first playoff win in 32 years. 2 seed, will host two playoff games in one postseason for the …

Fired-up Lions coach Dan Campbell insists he has moved on from heartbreaking loss to Cowboys
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Fired-up Lions coach Dan Campbell insists he has moved on from heartbreaking loss to Cowboys

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell’s passion has been on display since the moment he was hired as coach of the Detroit Lions, famously saying at his opening news conference nearly three years ago that his teams would kick in teeth and bite kneecaps of opponents. “ I’ve got controlled fury and I’m ready to go,” Campbell said. “I’ve got pure octane …

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The circumstances are quite a bit better for Detroit coach Dan Campbell since the previous time the Lions visited his home state. The Texas native has led the Lions to their first division title in 30 years, and the NFC North champs aren’t out of the running for the top seed in the NFC heading into Saturday …

Lions matchup at Saints features opposing coaches who have a history together
1 year ago

Lions matchup at Saints features opposing coaches who have a history together

Associated Press  

DETROIT at NEW ORLEANS Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BETTING LINE: Lions by 4 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. STATS AND STUFF: Since the Lions lost to Miami on Oct. 30, 2022, they have won at least three straight games after every setback.. Detroit WR Amon-Ra St. Brown is eight catches away from joining Odel Beckham Jr. and Michael Thomas …

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The NFC North-leading Detroit Lions are 8-2 for the first time since 1962 and yet they can’t celebrate because they’re hosting the rival Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. Coach Dan Campbell said they played some of their best football of the season in the last four minutes of the 31-26 comeback win over the Chicago Bears. …

NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery’s TD run
1 year, 1 month ago

NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery’s TD run

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff was having perhaps his worst game in three years with the Detroit Lions — whose fans even booed him at times — until it was time to win. Goff threw a 32-yard touchdown pass to Jameson Williams with 3:06 to go and connected on five throws to set up David Montgomery’s go-ahead 1-yard touchdown run with …

Lions coach Dan Campbell focuses on strong offensive play instead of struggling defense
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell focuses on strong offensive play instead of struggling defense

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Coach Dan Campbell knows his defense has to start making plays if the Detroit Lions are going to be a threat to win their first playoff game since the 1990s. “Coming off the bye, you want to know you haven’t lost your mojo or if it is going to take a little bit to get it back,” Campbell …

Dan Campbell thinks his 6-2 Detroit Lions still have another gear
1 year, 1 month ago

Dan Campbell thinks his 6-2 Detroit Lions still have another gear

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell knows his Detroit Lions have already taken a big step forward. “We have left so much out there and we’ve still played well enough to get six wins, but we need to take it up another notch.” After spending the bye week studying the team, Campbell and his staff think they’ve found three significant areas of …

Lions couldn’t be happier to hit the bye week after 6-2 start
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions couldn’t be happier to hit the bye week after 6-2 start

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Coach Dan Campbell couldn’t have picked a better week for his Detroit Lions to get a bye. Coming off Monday’s 26-14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, the 6-2 Lions have a full week to rest before getting ready to play the Los Angeles Chargers on Nov. 12. We’ll have some reinforcements back by the time we play …

Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs’ legs, Jared Goff’s arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged Raiders
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs’ legs, Jared Goff’s arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged Raiders

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions can trace their turnaround to hitting more than missing in the draft. Gibbs ran for a season-high 152 yards and a touchdown, LaPorta had eight receptions for 57 yards with a score, and the rookies helped the Lions beat the Las Vegas Raiders 26-14 on Monday night. “You could tell he was feeling it.” The …

Matthew Stafford looking forward to Texas homecoming against Cowboys
1 year, 1 month ago

Matthew Stafford looking forward to Texas homecoming against Cowboys

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford looks forward to taking the field in Texas to face the Dallas Cowboys. Stafford, 35, has played in AT&T Stadium three times as a pro, but Sunday’s game against the Cowboys will be the first time the Rams quarterback returns with a Super Bowl championship on his resumé. “Texas, from high school on, they care about …

The Lions are going back to the basics after their lopsided loss to the Ravens
1 year, 1 month ago

The Lions are going back to the basics after their lopsided loss to the Ravens

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions have an extra day to prepare for the Las Vegas Raiders next Monday night. “You are hoping you have gotten enough fundamentals through camp, and you know what, we have got to get back to that — that’s where I can help these guys.” Campbell said last Wednesday’s decision to lighten practice might …

The Lions face Baltimore this weekend, having come a long way since Justin Tucker’s 66-yard kick
1 year, 2 months ago

The Lions face Baltimore this weekend, having come a long way since Justin Tucker’s 66-yard kick

Associated Press  

Two years ago, it took Dan Campbell a dozen games to earn his first victory as coach of the Detroit Lions. That win would have come much earlier if not for Baltimore’s Justin Tucker, whose 66-yard field goal handed Campbell and his team a crushing home defeat in September of that season. After the loss to the Ravens, quarterback Jared …

Lions scramble to prepare to play Packers for division lead on short week
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions scramble to prepare to play Packers for division lead on short week

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell isn’t the type of coach to hype up one game on his team’s schedule. “It doesn’t get any better than this when it comes to atmosphere.” WHAT’S WORKING The Lions held Atlanta to 183 yards of offense on Sunday, the lowest total of Campbell’s three seasons as coach and only the second time his team has …

Dan Campbell applies the pressure, and Lions’ defense responds vs. Falcons
1 year, 2 months ago

Dan Campbell applies the pressure, and Lions’ defense responds vs. Falcons

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Thursday Night Football featuring Lions vs Packers. DETROIT — Moments after his team’s win over the Atlanta Falcons Sunday afternoon, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell began his postgame comments by acknowledging he’s not always easy to work with. And I just thought that the game plan was great, I thought the guys executed it …

Coach Dan Campbell’s Lions are 1-0 with no asterisk required, and they look like a playoff contender
1 year, 3 months ago

Coach Dan Campbell’s Lions are 1-0 with no asterisk required, and they look like a playoff contender

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions can bask in the afterglow of one of their biggest wins in years before getting back to work. “It’s crucial,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said Friday. “Not the same old Lions, the 1-0 Lions,” NBC’s Mike Tirico said during the broadcast. Tirico went on to mention Kansas City’s win over the defending champion New England Patriots several …

The Lions knew they could beat the Chiefs, and now a season tone has been set
1 year, 3 months ago

The Lions knew they could beat the Chiefs, and now a season tone has been set

New York Times  

— Inside the NFL’s loudest stadium, on a night the defending Super Bowl champs raised a banner and kicked off a new season as the league’s gold standard, the home crowd fell eerily silent. “I didn’t learn anything,” Lions head coach Dan Campbell said following his team’s 21-20 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. It would’ve been in typical Lions …

Atlanta Falcons turn attention to defense after years of struggles
1 year, 6 months ago

Atlanta Falcons turn attention to defense after years of struggles

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — With sweat pouring off his brow after a 90-minute minicamp practice, Calais Campbell is the face of a new swagger emulating from the Atlanta Falcons’ defense. “I feel like we’re built for dominance,” Campbell said. “But I’m excited for what’s to come.” During a run of five straight losing seasons, it’s not very difficult to pinpoint the biggest …

AP source: Falcons reach 1-year deal with DE Calais Campbell
1 year, 8 months ago

AP source: Falcons reach 1-year deal with DE Calais Campbell

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons agreed to terms on a one-year contract with free agent defensive end Calais Campbell on Wednesday, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. Atlanta signed former Cincinnati safety Jessie Bates III to a $64 million, four-year contract, linebacker Kaden Elliss to a three-year deal, cornerback Mike Hughe s to a two-year deal …

Lions appear to have bright future under coach Dan Campbell
1 year, 11 months ago

Lions appear to have bright future under coach Dan Campbell

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions opened and the closed the 2022 season with a lot of excitement and a dash of hope. The Lions were featured on HBO’s “Hard Knocks” in the preseason, firing up fans who enjoyed seeing and hearing coach Dan Campbell and players such as running back Jamaal Williams behind the scenes, and they ended …

Campbell’s road woes persist as Lions fall to Cowboys 24-6
2 years, 1 month ago

Campbell’s road woes persist as Lions fall to Cowboys 24-6

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dan Campbell threw his headset and stormed away from the goal line where Detroit running back Jamaal Williams had just lost a fumble with the Lions on the brink of taking a fourth-quarter lead. The Lions had five turnovers and didn’t get in the end zone for a second consecutive game, losing to the Dallas Cowboys 24-6 …

Cowboys lean on defense in Prescott’s return, top Lions 24-6
2 years, 1 month ago

Cowboys lean on defense in Prescott’s return, top Lions 24-6

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott made sure to remember what he watched during the five games the star quarterback missed with a fractured right thumb. “I’m just trying to play my role and make sure that I put this team in the best chance to win.” The Lions got a solid showing for three quarters from the NFL’s worst defense, …

As Lions’ defense finally clicks, offense badly fumbles chance to beat Cowboys
2 years, 2 months ago

As Lions’ defense finally clicks, offense badly fumbles chance to beat Cowboys

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — In a moment of unmistakable yet justifiable frustration, the headset went flying. “I’ve got to prove myself.” Williams’ turnover was one of five — yes, five — for Detroit Sunday afternoon. The sack fumbles were unfortunate but at that point in the game, trying to extend the play and take care of the ball either way, but …

Campbell tries to shield defense after 48-45 loss to Seattle
2 years, 2 months ago

Campbell tries to shield defense after 48-45 loss to Seattle

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell felt his offense needed to have a clean day. “If your offense scores 45 points, I think you have to win the game,” Lions rookie defensive end Aidan Hutchison said. “Hats off to him — he’s a good corner,” Metcalf said, repeating the phrase he used earlier in the week. Being a competitor, …

Campbell frustrated by strategical error in Lions’ loss
2 years, 2 months ago

Campbell frustrated by strategical error in Lions’ loss

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell still hadn’t forgiven himself 24 hours later for the Detroit Lions’ 28-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. “I’d give him another shot to kick from there — he missed the first one, but he came back and made one later,” Campbell said. We’re losing a big cog in our machine.” KEY NUMBER 303 — The average …

Lions kicking off 2nd training camp with coach Dan Campbell
2 years, 5 months ago

Lions kicking off 2nd training camp with coach Dan Campbell

Associated Press  

DETROIT LIONS CAMP SITE: Allen Park, Michigan LAST YEAR: Detroit lost its first eight games under first-year coach Dan Campbell and rookie general manager Brad Holmes, failing to win until Week 13. CAMP NEEDS: Williams was drafted out of Alabama, coming off a left knee injury that knocked him out of the national championship game loss. Detroit does not need …

In ‘throws’ of defeat, Rams prove they still can deliver win behind Matthew Stafford
2 years, 11 months ago

In ‘throws’ of defeat, Rams prove they still can deliver win behind Matthew Stafford

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford did not have a great game against the Minnesota Vikings last week, but did enough to win the game. “We threw three picks — should have been five interceptions,” outside linebacker Von Miller said Wednesday, adding, “It just shows you the type of special teams that we play, the type of defense that we play, and …

Packers’ Campbell chief among ’21 breakout defensive stars
3 years, 1 month ago

Packers’ Campbell chief among ’21 breakout defensive stars

Associated Press  

Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling stood together on the sideline last month at Cincinnati admiring the work of De’Vondre Campbell. The Packers’ new inside linebacker had nine tackles, broke up a pass and snared another that day, helping Green Bay edge the Bengals. Among them: DALLAS CORNERBACK TREVON DIGGS The Cowboys’ 2020 second-round draft choice …

Despite loss to Rams, winless Lions show signs of progress
3 years, 1 month ago

Despite loss to Rams, winless Lions show signs of progress

Associated Press  

DETROIT — There were a lot of positives for Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell to take out of Sunday’s 28-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. “That gives me motivation and driven anger to get things right and help these guys as much as I can.” Knowing the Lions’ young, banged-up secondary wasn’t going to be able to stop Matthew …

Campbell tries to calmly assess his 0-6 Detroit Lions
3 years, 2 months ago

Campbell tries to calmly assess his 0-6 Detroit Lions

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell doesn’t like watching film when he’s angry. That’s generally all it is.” WHAT’S WORKING TE T.J. Hockenson has been the one offensive player able to give the Lions a chance to complete a pass for more than 6 or 6 yards. “Every game in the NFL is against a tough opponent, but he’s going to be …

Lions’ Campbell sticking with struggling QB Goff for now
3 years, 2 months ago

Lions’ Campbell sticking with struggling QB Goff for now

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell isn’t considering a change at quarterback. “I’m not putting all of this on Jared Goff, because this is a collective performance by our offense,” Campbell said after the Lions fell to 0-6 with a lopsided 34-11 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. “I don’t think defenses are doing anything special to take away our …

Lions’ Campbell can’t hide tears for latest last-second loss
3 years, 2 months ago

Lions’ Campbell can’t hide tears for latest last-second loss

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Dan Campbell has tried to soak the Detroit Lions in his signature blend of confidence and enthusiasm, a 6-foot-5 energy drink of a head coach who is determined to hoist one of the NFL’s most historically unsuccessful franchises onto his broad shoulders. For all the tough talk, like his introductory promise the Lions would “bite a kneecap off” …

Dan Campbell not taking moral victories from Lions defeat
3 years, 3 months ago

Dan Campbell not taking moral victories from Lions defeat

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell wasn’t thinking about moral victories. “We let it get away, and even though we gave ourselves a chance at the end, we’ve got a lot to fix.” New Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw for only 92 yards in the first half and had an interception returned for a touchdown with 1:10 left in the second quarter. …

Lions coach Dan Campbell was sleepless before 1st practice
3 years, 4 months ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell was sleepless before 1st practice

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Dan Campbell was so fired up on the eve of his first practice with the Detroit Lions that he did not get any rest. “I got plenty of energy without sleep.” The former New Orleans Saints assistant head coach was emotionally charged six-plus months ago when he was introduced as the new Lions coach after signing …

Lions looking for turnaround with new general manager, coach
3 years, 4 months ago

Lions looking for turnaround with new general manager, coach

Associated Press  

DETROIT LIONS CAMP SITE: Allen Park, Michigan LAST YEAR: GM Bob Quinn and coach Matt Patricia were fired 11 games into the season, which ended with double digits in losses for the third straight year. The offense simply couldn’t keep up with the porous defense in QB Matthew Stafford’s final year with the team, especially because standout WR Kenny Golladay …

Lions introduce emotionally charged coach Dan Campbell
3 years, 11 months ago

Lions introduce emotionally charged coach Dan Campbell

Associated Press  

Dan Campbell is empathic about the hard times people have had in Detroit, in their lives and as fans of the Lions. “We need to bring some hope back into this place,” Campbell said Thursday, a day after he signed a six-year contract with the Lions and general manger Brad Holmes was formally introduced. And when you knock us down, …

AP source: New Lions coach Campbell gets 6-year deal
3 years, 11 months ago

AP source: New Lions coach Campbell gets 6-year deal

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions landed the coach they coveted from the start of their search by hiring Dan Campbell. The Lions tweeted a photo of the former New Orleans Saints tight ends coach signing his deal Wednesday, one day after the team formally introducing Brad Holmes as their general manager. “He will help promote the culture we want to establish across …

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