Dan Campbell Backs Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard: 'He's an Outstanding Coach'
- Head Coach Dan Campbell publicly backed defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard on Monday, Sept. 21, despite the Lions' defense allowing 915 total yards and 71 points through their first two games of the 2026 season.
- Injuries to safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph exacerbated defensive woes, while General Manager Brad Holmes drew criticism for failing to adequately address secondary personnel gaps during the offseason.
- Sheppard said Thursday, Sept. 24, the Lions allowed 23 explosive plays in two games, with 75% stemming from internal mistakes; the team ranks last in 20-plus-yard pass plays allowed.
- Detroit faces the New York Jets on Sunday, when former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn returns to Motor City after leading the defense to rank seventh in the NFL in 2024.
- Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson expressed full faith in the coaching staff, saying "I got a lot of faith in Shep and Dan." The team remains focused on staying level-headed and making adjustments to forge their future for this season.
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