Dan Campbell: Fingers Crossed for Player Safety After 49ers Game
Lions coach Dan Campbell reflects on player safety after a risky game against the 49ers, feeling fortunate no one got hurt.
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Detroit: So, Dan Campbell, the head coach of the Lions, had a bit of a dilemma before their game against the 49ers. He knew that this game didn’t really matter for their Super Bowl hopes. The real deal is coming up against the Vikings on Sunday night. But still, he decided to play his key players, which had some folks wondering if it was worth the risk of injuries.
Campbell felt that playing to win was the right call. He was relieved that his team came out of the game without any injuries. He mentioned, “I just don’t believe it’s fair to put in a guy who’s not prepared to play.” He had to make tough choices about who to sit out, but he wanted to give his team the best shot at winning.
He admitted he was on the fence about resting some players right up until the game started. But in the end, he felt it was important to play them because they had worked hard all week. “We owed it to the team,” he said. Now, the Lions are gearing up for the big game against the Vikings, and that’s where their focus lies.