Dan Campbell suggests Christian Mahogany could start at left guard

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell addressed the team’s ongoing competition for the starting left guard position leading up to the September 13 regular season opener against the New Orleans Saints. Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch split practice repetitions throughout the week to secure the role. Campbell indicated a strong likelihood that Mahogany will start the game, though he noted the situation remains fluid. The coaching staff previously considered a rotation between the two players if neither secured the starting job outright. Campbell emphasized that both candidates performed well during recent practices, leaving the possibility open that the competition could continue beyond the first week of the season depending on performance.

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