Dan Campbell is straight up crediting the crowd for helping his team snag a huge road win against the Cardinals on Sunday. This wasn’t just any away game; the Lions absolutely dominated with a 45-21 victory, and Campbell is saying the Detroit faithful made it feel like home.
“They Took Over That Stadium”
You hear coaches talk about fan support, but Campbell’s comments after the Arizona game hit different. He said Lions fans have been showing up big for the last two road games, but Arizona was on another level. “Our fans were outstanding. They traveled well , they traveled well to Carolina, we just didn’t give them anything to cheer about,” Campbell said. He wasn’t done there though. “They took over that stadium. You could hear them and by the end of it, that was good stuff. We hear them. We hear you. And we love it. We love it.” That’s the kind of praise that tells you exactly how much noise they were making.
This Is The New Normal For Lions Nation
It’s clear this isn’t just a fluke. Campbell pointed out that the fans were “particularly loud” in Arizona, which helped big time in that 45-21 win. This kind of dedication on the road has become a signature for Lions fans in recent years, with them routinely making their presence felt no matter where the team is playing. For Campbell, that connection with the fanbase is huge. He said it matters to him, and you can bet that kind of energy gives the whole squad a lift.
When your fans are traveling like that and literally taking over stadiums on the road, it just proves how bought-in everyone is. You gotta wonder how much that intangible boost helps a team. With that kind of backing, these Lions are going to be a tough out anywhere they play.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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