After Detroit’s narrow defeat to the Los Angeles Rams, Lions head coach Dan Campbell spoke candidly about how the team must respond as the season enters its final stretch. Campbell acknowledged that Detroit fell short on Sunday and that the loss puts added pressure on the Lions, who are now 8–6 and fighting for a playoff berth with just three games remaining.
In his post-game comments, Campbell emphasized that while the result was disappointing, dwelling on it won’t help the team improve. He said the group has to identify mistakes, correct them quickly, and shift focus to upcoming opponents rather than getting stuck on what went wrong. His message to players was clear: clean up the errors, move forward, and treat every remaining game like one the Lions must win.
Campbell also stressed the importance of maintaining competitive urgency. He doesn’t want the players to become desensitized to losing — instead, he wants the frustration they feel now to fuel their efforts down the stretch. According to Campbell, losses shouldn’t feel comfortable or routine; they should motivate the team to play cleaner and more consistently.
Despite the setback, the coach expressed confidence in his roster’s character and ability to rebound. He pointed out that the Lions have shown resilience in the past and that there’s still time to make a meaningful run, even if Detroit doesn’t control its own destiny. His overall tone was one of accountability mixed with determination, focusing on execution and next steps rather than lamenting the defeat.
Would you like me to include quotes from specific players (like Jared Goff or Amon-Ra St. Brown) reacting to the game as well?




