Dan Campbell splits left guard snaps between Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch
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Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell confirmed Monday that the team will rotate Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch at left guard for the season opener against the New Orleans Saints. Both players will split first-team repetitions throughout the practice week as the team looks to solidify its interior offensive line. The Lions have dealt with injuries among their blockers throughout the summer, leading to adjustments across the front five. Cade Mays is on injured reserve, and Juice Scruggs is handling center duties, while Blake Miller is expected to start at right tackle. Campbell signaled that the starting job remains open, with the rotation continuing into Sunday's game to evaluate both Mahogany's physical style and Bartch's veteran experience. The team continues to search for its most effective combination of linemen to protect the quarterback.
- •Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch will split first-team reps this week.
- •Both players may see playing time in the season opener against the New Orleans Saints.
- •The left guard competition has remained ongoing since the offseason.
- •Detroit is adjusting its offensive line following Cade Mays being placed on injured reserve.
- 4:59 PMYahoo Sports — Lions' left guard job still not settled, so they might play two in opener
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Reveals Detroit Lions Guard Plan for Week 1
"Dan Campbell is keeping Detroit's left guard competition alive entering Week 1. Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch will split first-team practice reps, and both could see action against New Orleans.
"Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch will split reps at left guard in practice for the Detroit Lions this week.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 4:59 PMLions' left guard job still not settled, so they might play two in opener
Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch will split reps at left guard in practice for the Detroit Lions this week.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 4:07 PMDan Campbell Reveals Detroit Lions Guard Plan for Week 1
Dan Campbell is keeping Detroit's left guard competition alive entering Week 1. Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch will split first-team practice reps, and both could see action against New Orleans.
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