Drew Petzing praises Isiah Pacheco's toughness at Lions training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:05 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Drew Petzing, the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, expressed high praise for running back Isiah Pacheco during training camp on August 10, 2026. Petzing highlighted Pacheco's toughness, work ethic, and practice habits, emphasizing his ability to punish defenses. Pacheco, entering his first season with the Lions after four years with Kansas City, provides a different running style compared to Jahmyr Gibbs, who remains the team's featured back. This combination is aimed at enhancing Detroit's offensive strategy as they pursue championship aspirations.
- •Petzing praised Pacheco's physical running and practice intensity.
- •Pacheco signed with the Lions after four seasons with Kansas City.
- •He rushed for 462 yards and one touchdown in 2025.
- •Detroit aims to utilize Pacheco for short-yardage situations.
- •Pacheco has significant playoff experience with the Chiefs.
- 2:05 AMYahoo Sports — Drew Petzing Raves About Isiah Pacheco at Lions Camp
"Drew Petzing is impressed with what Isiah Pacheco has brought to Detroit. The Lions offensive coordinator praised the veteran running back’s toughness, work ethic and ability to carry defenders.
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