The Detroit Lions secured their division championship after 30 years and won a playoff game for the first time in 32 years. Despite this significant achievement, Jemele Hill, known for her criticism of Lions head coach Dan Campbell, has been notably silent.
Hill has been a vocal critic of Campbell, often attributing his coaching position to his race, claiming that he was given the opportunity solely because he is white.
This narrative started in 2021 when Hill posted a dismissive quote tweet of a Campbell press conference, suggesting that black coaches wouldn’t have the same opportunities.
Even a year later, Hill continued to criticize Campbell, particularly focusing on his aggressive play calls during a loss to the Baltimore Ravens. She questioned the team’s decision, emphasizing their 3-13-1 record, saying, “Team went 3-13-1…still got a job.”
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In 2022, Jemele Hill continued her criticism of Dan Campbell, suggesting that his coaching decisions, particularly during a game where the Lions were outperformed by a backup Patriots quarterback, could lead to his eventual firing. Hill expressed her disappointment, deeming the Lions’ performance inexcusable under Campbell’s leadership.
However, Campbell has led the Lions to a division title, ending a 30-year drought, with Jared Goff as his starting quarterback. Despite his flaws, it is evident that Campbell’s hire was successful, irrespective of his race. Fans promptly called out Jemele Hill following the Lions’ playoff win.
For a team that was once considered the laughingstock of the NFL, achieving a division title is undeniably a notable accomplishment. While another head coach might have achieved similar results, the success of Campbell validates the team’s decision to hire him.
