The Detroit Lions are pursuing their first Super Bowl title and their first NFL championship since 1957.

 On Thursday, they welcomed back a player fresh off leading a championship-winning effort.

 Teddy Bridgewater retired from the NFL after playing for the Lions last season and took over as head coach at Miami Northwestern, his high school alma mater.

At 32, he guided the Bulls to a Division 3A Florida High School Athletic Association championship two weekends ago, a remarkable turnaround for a team that went 4-6 last year.

Bridgewater had expressed interest in returning to the NFL as a player.

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that the former Pro Bowl QB was approached about coaching roles in the league, but Bridgewater remained focused on “winning a championship as a player with the Lions.”

“I’ve kept in touch with Teddy, and this was always a possibility,” Campbell told reporters Thursday. “We’ve seen the great work he’s done with his community.

Winning a championship in his coaching debut is impressive.

“Bringing in someone with his experience — staying in shape, still throwing — adds professionalism, veteran leadership, and is great for our team and the QB position.”

Campbell clarified that Bridgewater’s addition doesn’t affect Hendon Hooker’s status.

The 2023 third-round pick and backup to Jared Goff has thrown just nine passes in two NFL seasons, all in relief this year.

“This isn’t about being disappointed in Hooker,” Campbell said.

“It’s about having someone with extensive NFL experience as we prepare for the playoffs.

Teddy’s return strengthens our team.”

Goff welcomed Bridgewater’s return, praising his contributions. “We call him state champ Teddy Bridgewater now,” Goff said.

“He’s a valuable asset in the QB room and a great presence for the team.”