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NFL Coaches Optimistic About Lions' Future

Updated 2026-08-20 11:25 UTC 1 source Positive

Dan Campbell and other NFL coaches are confident that the Detroit Lions will be contenders in 2026, despite QB uncertainty. They believe the team’s window is not closed.

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