Dan Campbell pushes Isaac TeSlaa for more development in training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:51 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Isaac TeSlaa faces challenges in his second training camp with the Detroit Lions, as coach Dan Campbell demands more from the young receiver. TeSlaa, who scored six touchdowns on 16 receptions last season, has struggled during competitive one-on-one drills. Campbell emphasizes the need for TeSlaa to expand his route tree and improve his overall skills. The Lions coach believes TeSlaa has the potential to become a complete receiver, moving beyond his highlight-reel catches to a more versatile role in the offense. TeSlaa must demonstrate improvement to secure a consistent place among other talented receivers on the team.
- •Isaac TeSlaa scored six touchdowns as a rookie.
- •Dan Campbell demands more growth from TeSlaa in Year 2.
- •TeSlaa is struggling in competitive one-on-one periods of training camp.
- •Campbell believes TeSlaa can run the entire route tree.
- •TeSlaa needs to create separation and improve routine catches.
- 1:51 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Challenges Isaac TeSlaa Following Slow Start in Training Camp
"Isaac TeSlaa scored six touchdowns on only 16 catches as a rookie, but Dan Campbell wants much more in Year 2. The Lions coach explained why TeSlaa’s early training camp struggles are part of becoming a complete receiver.
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