Under the leadership of head coach Dan Campbell, the Detroit Lions secured a thrilling 24-23 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Super Wild Card Weekend. This triumph marked their first home playoff game in 30 years and their first postseason win in 32 years, bringing unbridled joy to the long-suffering Lions fans.
The monkey was finally off their backs, and the curse had been shattered.
However, with newfound success comes a surge of bandwagon fans who didn’t endure the team’s hardships. Coach Campbell, not one to tolerate fair-weather supporters, had a clear message for them in a postgame text exchange with Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated: Stay away.
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Expressing pride in the coaching staff and players for rewarding Detroit with a home playoff win, Campbell acknowledged the unwavering faith of true fans. To those who stood by the team through thick and thin, he celebrated their deserved moment. Yet, he sternly warned the doubters to steer clear of their momentum, stating, “To the doubters, stay off our train — it’s too late for you!”
Campbell’s firm stance is justified, considering the Lions’ years of suffering and doubt. They’ve earned their place, and they are determined to continue their journey with those who remained loyal.
Campbell’s colorful warning adds a touch of his straightforward personality, emphasizing that stragglers may face consequences akin to having their metaphorical kneecaps bitten off by the resolute coach. Dan Campbell is a man who speaks his mind without hesitation.
