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Dan Campbell: I'm not talking about firing Kelvin Sheppard
NBC Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The Detroit Lions defense has struggled significantly in the first four weeks of the 2026 season, allowing at least 30 points in three of those games, including a 32-26 loss to the Carolina Panthers.
- Carolina amassed 445 yards against the Lions, highlighting ongoing defensive issues reminiscent of Detroit's 0-16 season in 2008.
- Head coach Dan Campbell addressed speculation about firing defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard, emphasizing a focus on improving with the current staff rather than making immediate changes.
- Campbell noted that the team has been making weekly adjustments and plans to continue tweaking the defense in hopes of better results.
- The pressure is mounting for defensive improvements, as continued poor performance could lead to staff changes if the current approach does not yield progress soon.
