Overview
- Campbell took over from offensive coordinator John Morton for Week 10 against Washington, producing a 44-22 win with 546 yards and scores on eight possessions.
- He said he made the decision before the game and described the approach as collaborative, taking input from Morton and other assistants.
- Morton has been stripped of play-calling for now, with Campbell stating the duties could return to him once he aligns with how the head coach wants the offense run.
- Campbell cited his 2021 stint calling plays and mentoring Ben Johnson as the foundation for Detroit’s offensive approach that Johnson later evolved.
- National power rankings bumped Detroit into the top 10 after the rout, though several analysts cautioned the outburst came against a struggling Commanders defense ahead of a tougher Eagles test.