Lions' Mike Kafka joins coaching staff, mirrors Dan Campbell's career path
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Detroit Lions concluded their minicamp with new pass game coordinator Mike Kafka joining the coaching staff. Head coach Dan Campbell praised Kafka's integration into the team and noted parallels between their coaching journeys. Kafka spent the last four seasons with the New York Giants, including a stint as interim head coach. He will collaborate with Campbell and pass game specialist David Shaw on advanced scouting and offensive strategies. Kafka is focused on maximizing the team's performance and is enthusiastic about working with quarterback Jared Goff.
- •Kafka fits into Detroit's coaching staff after previous roles with the Giants.
- •Campbell sees Kafka's experience as beneficial for the Lions.
- •Kafka was interim head coach for the Giants last season.
- •He aims to develop a successful offensive strategy alongside Goff.
- •The Lions look to improve their performance with Kafka’s creativity.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Lions' Mike Kafka could be mirroring Dan Campbell's coaching path
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