Dan Campbell discusses depth in Lions wide receiver competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:24 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism about the team's wide receiver depth chart during training camp on August 11, 2026. He stated it is the best receiver group he has seen since joining the team. Campbell emphasized that competing for a roster spot will be challenging, noting standout players like Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams. He mentioned that special teams performance will be crucial for players lower on the depth chart, including Tay Martin and others. The Lions aim to finalize their roster in the coming weeks.
- •Campbell calls the receiver group the best he has seen.
- •St. Brown and Williams are key players in the competition.
- •Special teams play will be critical for lower-tier receivers.
- •Tay Martin is making an impression on both offense and special teams.
- •The Lions will finalize their roster in the upcoming weeks.
- 12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Sends Strong Message on Lions WR Battle
"Detroit Lions head coach is more optimistic about the team’s wide receiver room than he ever has been. He did not mince words when saying that this is the best receiver depth chart he has seen in training camp from top-to-bottom.Campbell made it clear that winning a roster spot on this depth chart is not […] The post Dan Campbell Sends Strong Message on Lions WR Battle appeared first on HEAVY.
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