Campbell Shares Why Lions Will Play Starters Against 49ers
Despite the 49ers’ struggles, Lions coach Dan Campbell insists on fielding his starters for a crucial Week 17 matchup in San Francisco
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Detroit: So, Dan Campbell is all in for the Lions’ game against the 49ers. Even though San Francisco is pretty beat up and out of the playoff race, Campbell isn’t holding back. He wants to win, and he’s bringing his starters along for the ride.
The Lions are sitting pretty at 13-2, and while they might not need this game for playoff positioning, Campbell is treating it like a must-win. He’s not interested in resting players or taking it easy. He wants his team to go out there and play hard.
Campbell made it clear: “We’re bringing everything we got to this game.” He’s ready to face the 49ers, who are missing key players like Jaylon Moore and Trent Williams. It’s a chance for the Lions to clinch the NFC’s top seed if they win and the Vikings lose.
But for Campbell, it’s not just about the playoffs. It’s personal. The Lions lost to the 49ers in last year’s NFC Championship Game, and he’s looking for some payback. “Everything we got goes into San Fran,” he said. He’s fired up, and so are the players.
So, as they head out to the West Coast, the Lions are focused on one thing: winning. It’s going to be an exciting game, and Campbell is ready to make a statement.