Dan Campbell discusses Dan Skipper joining Lions' coaching staff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell provided insights on new offensive assistant Dan Skipper, who joined the coaching staff this offseason. Campbell remarked on Skipper's smooth transition, noting his professionalism and understanding of the offensive game plan. Skipper, a former player for the Lions, retired in January and announced his coaching ambitions after contributing as an offensive line coach during the East-West Shrine Bowl. His experience and temperament are expected to fit well within the Lions' coaching framework as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Dan Skipper joins Lions' coaching staff as an offensive assistant.
- •Dan Campbell praises Skipper's professionalism and fit with the team.
- •Skipper retired from playing and coached at the East-West Shrine Bowl.
- •He played 66 of his 69 NFL games with the Lions.
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — 'He's a natural': Dan Campbell updates Dan Skipper joining Lions' staff
"Dan Campbell shared his impressions of new offensive assistant Dan Skipper joining the Lions' coaching staff.
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