Dan Campbell on Lions’ defense of Brian Branch: ‘He’s their brother’
The Detroit Lions’ coaching staff is fully aligned with the locker room’s reaction to the now-deleted NFL Films video that criticized one of their standout defenders. Lions lineman D.J. Reader and offensive tackle Dan Skipper were among several players who…
Dan Campbell’s Hilariously Fuzzy Memory of His First NFL Touchdown is Priceless
It’s been 25 years since Dan Campbell scored his first-ever NFL touchdown, and judging by his reaction this week, you’d think it happened in another lifetime. During Week 5 of the 2000 NFL season, Campbell was a young tight end…
Dan Campbell Defends Lions’ Reaction to NFL Films’ Controversial Brian Branch Clip
Campbell’s Detroit Lions voiced strong objections to an NFL Films segment that criticized Branch’s play during Detroit’s Week 6 defeat against the Chiefs. Lions players were upset about the now-deleted video—narrated by ESPN analyst Louis Riddick—in which Riddick appeared unusually…
NFL Fines Two Lions After Chiefs Game, While Kansas City Avoids Penalties
The aftermath of the Detroit Lions’ 30-17 defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs continues to stir controversy, as the league’s latest disciplinary moves once again raise serious questions among fans. According to the NFL’s official Week 6 fine report, linebacker…
NFL Issues Final Ruling on Discipline for Two Detroit Lions Players
The Detroit Lions battled fiercely against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, October 12, in a matchup both teams desperately wanted to win. But, as always, there could only be one victor (unless you’re the Packers and Cowboys, of course),…
NFL removes video highlighting controversial Brian Branch incident
NFL Films deleted a social media video about Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch after he punched Kansas City’s JuJu Smith-Schuster, sparking an on-field brawl. The clip, part of NFL Films’ Turning Point series, aimed to show the buildup to Branch’s…
Detroit Lions standout vows to ignore NFL directive after memo distributed across league
The Lions objected to Campbell being singled out; San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Alfred Collins struck Kyren Williams’ helmet before punching the ball loose, resulting in a turnover his team recovered. Still, Campbell insists he won’t alter his playing style…
Detroit Lions Fined, Brian Branch Suspended After Chaotic Clash with Chiefs’ JuJu Smith-Schuster
Two members of the Detroit Lions have been fined following their intense Week 6 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. The NFL announced disciplinary measures against linebacker Alex Anzalone and defensive tackle Tyler Lacy for infractions during the contest, with…
NFL Makes Final Decision on Punishment for 2 Lions Players
The Detroit Lions’ fiery clash with the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, October 12, was a game fueled by intensity and emotion. Both sides desperately wanted the win — but only one could have it. The Chiefs ultimately prevailed, leaving…
Detroit Lions Adjusting After Branch Suspension
After the NFL upheld Brian Branch’s one-game suspension, the Detroit Lions are turning their focus to compensating for his absence while preparing for Monday night’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite JuJu Smith-Schuster’s provocative blindside hit, Branch recognizes that…