Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell showed genuine empathy toward Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn after Quinn took the blame for rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels’ recent injury.
Speaking earlier this week, Campbell made it clear he understands the pressure that comes with being in Quinn’s position. “That’s tough, man,” Campbell said. “You never want to see one of your guys get hurt — especially someone like Jayden, who’s been so good for this league already. I feel for Dan.”
Daniels went down with an injury during the Commanders’ last outing, and while Quinn took full responsibility for keeping him in the game, Campbell noted that those are calls every coach faces in the heat of the moment. “We all make decisions we wish we could take back,” he added. “But that doesn’t make you a bad coach — it’s just part of the job.”
Campbell’s words highlight the mutual respect between the two coaches, who both pride themselves on toughness and accountability. With the Lions preparing to face Washington soon, Campbell’s comments serve as a reminder that beneath the competition, there’s still a deep level of understanding among NFL leaders who know just how brutal this game — and its consequences — can be.
Dan Campbell Shows Class, Defends Dan Quinn After Jayden Daniels’ Injury Fallout
