Lions' Campbell Stands by 4th-Down Calls Against 49ers

Lions coach Dan Campbell defends his decision to go for it on 4th down against the 49ers.

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Lions' Campbell doesn't regret 4th-down calls

Despite the Detroit Lions' loss to the San Francisco 49ers, head coach Dan Campbell stands by his decision to go for it on 4th down multiple times throughout the game. The Lions' aggressive play-calling on 4th downs raised eyebrows, but Campbell believes it was the right strategy to give his team a chance to win.

Campbell explained that he wanted to show his team that he trusts them to make big plays and that he has confidence in their abilities. While the outcome was not in the Lions' favor, Campbell believes that the aggressive approach sends a message to his players that he believes in their potential and is willing to take risks to win games.

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