Lions Coach Dan Campbell Faces Warning After Packers Blowout
The Detroit Lions may have been expecting some growing pains after losing both of their top coordinators, but likely did not envision a loss as painful as Sunday’s defeat to the Green Bay Packers.
The Lions — fresh off a 15-2 season where they secured the top overall seed in the NFC for the first time in franchise history — were dominated in both phases of the game in their 27-13 loss to the Packers. As Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox warned, the Lions could have some more bumps ahead as they adjust to the big changes on the coaching staff.
Dan Campbell Faces Growing Pressure
The Lions are looking to move beyond the heartbreaking conclusion to last season, when they suffered a resounding defeat to the Washington Commanders in the divisional-round playoff game. Knox suggested that the team had plenty of doubters as the 2025 season began.
“It doesn’t take a lot of digging to find fans who believe head coach Dan Campbell is destined to fail this season,” Knox wrote. “With former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson coaching the Chicago Bears and former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn coaching the Jets, there will certainly be an adjustment period.”
Knox said it was an overreaction to suggest that Campbell “can’t succeed” without the departed coordinators, but did acknowledge that the team would likely take a step back.
“An adjustment period was always inevitable, though, as seen with the 2022 Eagles after losing both coordinators,” Knox wrote. “Did John Morton call too conservative an offense? Maybe, but the Lions offensive line performed poorly, which limited his options. Did Kelvin Sheppard make some poor coverage choices? Sure, but it’s not like Detroit was playing a bottom-tier team.”
Knox added that it took both Johnson and Glenn some time to adjust to their roles with the Lions.
“One bad game against a talented rival on the road doesn’t mean Campbell can’t coach his team back into contention,” Knox wrote.
Lions Ready to Turn the Page
The Lions had one of the league’s most dynamic offenses but struggled against a Packers team infused by the late-offseason trade for Micah Parsons. The team had three drives reach the red zone but scored just six points before getting a garbage-time touchdown for rookie Isaas TeSlaa, ESPN noted.
Campbell said the performance was not indicative of the team’s ability.
“They came out and played outstanding, and we didn’t play good enough,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. “We didn’t coach good enough, including me, and we didn’t play good enough. Like I told the team, it’s tough to go in and not certainly play close to your best game. You hate starting the season off with a loss, and as bad as that is, it’s not what it appears to be.”
The Packers are seen as a potential Super Bowl team this season, and Campbell said the game’s complexion could have looked very different if they had fixed their mistakes.
Jamal Adams Expresses Deep Gratitude for Pete Carroll Giving Him Another Shot
In a heartfelt display of gratitude, Jamal Adams has opened up about the special bond he shares with Pete Carroll, calling out the Seahawks head coach for giving him another shot after his rocky start with the team. The friendship and trust between the two have become one of the most talked-about relationships in the NFL, with Adams praising Carroll for being a constant source of support and faith throughout his career.
“Coach Pete has always had my back,” Adams shared in a recent interview. “When a lot of people counted me out, he was the one who believed in me, and that means everything. I’ll be forever grateful for the second chance he gave me to prove myself.”
Adams, who has faced his fair share of challenges and criticism over the years, has found a sense of renewed confidence in Carroll’s system. Under Carroll’s leadership, Adams has flourished into one of the top safeties in the league, and their tight-knit relationship has been crucial in his journey.
The bond between Carroll and Adams speaks volumes about the trust and mutual respect between coach and player, a dynamic that has helped the Seahawks overcome numerous obstacles. Carroll’s ability to see past the media narrative and offer Adams a chance to truly thrive has set a powerful example of what belief and support can do for an athlete’s mindset.
As Adams continues to shine on the field, his relationship with Carroll stands as a reminder of how important faith and mentorship are in shaping a player’s career. With both Carroll and Adams in sync, the Seahawks are poised to make waves—and the Carroll-Adams connection remains a powerful force in their success.
Kellen Moore Speaks Out: Saints Face Major Secondary Crisis After Latest Injury!
The New Orleans Saints are facing a critical situation in their defense after another key injury left them with a massive hole in their secondary. Kellen Moore, the offensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, didn’t mince words when commenting on the Saints’ vulnerable position following the injury, pointing out that the team’s secondary could be exposed moving forward.
“It’s a huge blow for the Saints,” Moore said in a recent interview. “When you lose a player of that caliber in the secondary, it changes everything. You’re facing teams with explosive offenses, and now the Saints are going to have to adjust their whole defensive game plan.”
The Saints' secondary, which has already been inconsistent at times, now faces the daunting task of filling the void left by the injury. Moore’s comments come at a time when the team is already struggling to maintain defensive consistency against high-powered offenses.
While the Saints still have a solid defensive line, Moore highlighted that their ability to handle top-tier quarterbacks and wide receivers will now be more difficult than ever. The injury could prove to be a game-changer in the Saints’ defensive scheme, and it’s unclear how they’ll manage in the coming weeks.
“Defenses are built from the back end up, and the secondary is where everything starts,” Moore continued. “The Saints have some work to do to make up for this loss, and it won’t be easy.”
As the Saints prepare for the rest of the season, all eyes will be on their secondary. Can they fill the gap and continue their playoff push, or will this injury be the undoing of their defense?
