Dan Campbell prepares Detroit Lions for regular season opener against New Orleans

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell confirmed the team is prepared for the start of the 2026 season following an offseason focused on internal restructuring. Speaking on the St. Brown Podcast, Campbell emphasized that the team underwent a deliberate reset after finishing 9-8 and missing the playoffs last year. The preparation included eliminating joint practices to focus on situational work and team competition. The franchise also made personnel adjustments, including the hiring of offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and modifications to Kelvin Sheppard’s defense. Detroit opens the regular season Sunday against New Orleans at Ford Field. This game serves as the first opportunity to evaluate the effectiveness of the team's modified approach to training camp.

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