Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell isn’t letting the refs rewrite history. After Sunday’s controversial trick play drew confusion — and plenty of criticism — Campbell made it clear he didn’t agree with the officials’ version of events.
The dispute came after a creative play that the Lions believed they ran cleanly, but the officiating crew saw differently. Following the game, the referee claimed the Lions failed to properly report the play’s setup — something Campbell quickly shot down.
“I know exactly how that went down,” Campbell told reporters. “We handled it the right way, and I’m not going to sit here and let that narrative spin.”
It’s not the first time the Lions have found themselves on the wrong end of a confusing call, but Campbell’s fiery response shows he’s not backing down from defending his players or his play-calling. For a team that’s built its identity on grit and accountability, Campbell’s pushback fits right in.
As the dust settles, one thing’s certain — the Lions’ head coach isn’t afraid to call out what he sees as inconsistent officiating. And that fire might just fuel Detroit even more heading into their next matchup.
“That’s Not What Happened”: Campbell Challenges Ref’s Version of Trick Play
