Campbell Warns Lions About Rising Saints | NFL News

0:00It's September 7th. Welcome in. This is NFL News Today, where football meets AI. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is talking up the New Orleans Saints ahead of their week one match-up. Campbell, who spent five seasons coaching in New Orleans, called them a hungry opponent and highlighted their late season surge last year. He believes the Saints made significant progress under head coach Kellyn Moore, especially after turning to quarterback Tyler Scho. The Saints started last season with a rough one win in seven record, but things turned around when Scho took over. They finished the year winning five out of nine games, ending up with a six win and 11 record. This late season improvement is why Campbell's words carry weight. Detroit isn't just preparing for the team that started last year. Campbell also pointed out the Saints' new additions, like running back Travis ETN Jr. and praised their tight ends of Juan Johnson and the offensive. Blind. He singled out players like Chase Young, Carl Granderson, and Kool-Aid McKinstrey, noting

1:01that Young is playing some of his best. Football. Young is coming off a season with 10 sacks, and the Saints' defense, under Brandon Staley, looks strong. This could create a tough match-up for the Lions' offensive line, which Campbell admitted still has some developing areas. The Saints' defensive front is seen as a potential game-changer for them. Giving Campbell's history with the Saints' organization, his assessment carries extra significance. He worked there from 2016 to 2020, winning multiple division titles. While he's confident his lines are ready, his message is clear. Detroit is preparing for a Saints' team that's young, improving, and more dangerous. Then their record might show.