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Campbell Acknowledges Lions Backlash After Week 1, Refocuses Team on Fundamentals

Campbell frames the reaction as a product of higher standards.

Overview

  • Detroit opened 0-1 with a 27-13 loss at Green Bay.
  • Analysts pointed to offensive line breakdowns, a muted pass rush, and uneven play-calling from new coordinators, with rushes hit in the backfield on 16 of 22 attempts and Jared Goff averaging 3.3 air yards per completion.
  • Campbell said the elevated criticism reflects raised expectations, stressing accountability and noting that losing, not outside doubt, fuels him.
  • He emphasized improving fundamentals and communication, acknowledging missed assignments and that he may have put too much on players' plates in the opener.
  • The Lions host the division rival Bears next, facing former Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson in his new role as Chicago’s head coach.