Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff credits head coach Dan Campbell for sparking fresh hype and optimism ahead of the 2023 NFL season. After finishing the 2022 regular season with a 9-8 record and second place in the NFC North division, the Lions fell short of reaching the playoffs. However, Goff believes that there is renewed hope within the team going into the upcoming season.
Campbell, who has been the Lions’ head coach since 2021, played as a tight end in Detroit before retiring in 2009. He recently mentioned the hype train surrounding the team this offseason and emphasized the importance of remaining focused on the task at hand. Goff praised Campbell’s ability to keep the players grounded and maintain perspective.
While acknowledging the talent within the team, Goff highlighted the need for hard work and recognized that the Lions have yet to achieve their goals. With the Minnesota Vikings winning 13 games last year and the Green Bay Packers dominating the division in recent years, Goff understands that the Lions have work to do to establish themselves as a competitive force.
As the Lions prepare for the upcoming season, they have a busy preseason schedule ahead. Friendly matches against the New York Giants, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Carolina Panthers will set the stage for their Week One opener against the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs. The highly anticipated Thursday Night Football game will mark the beginning of the 2023 regular season.
