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Lions Lock In Dan Campbell & Brad Holmes: Extended Through 2027

Author Anne Erickson
(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes are here to stay. Duh. Can you imagine if the Detroit Lions didn’t extend the head coach and general manager contracts after this fantastic past season? Now, I say it’s onto Jared Goff to lock him in for more time in Detroit. He’s earned it, and we need him. But, back to Campbell and Holmes. Seeing the Detroit Lions extend contracts with these two guys who have brought so much to Motor City is excellent.

Dan Campbell, Brad Holmes Contract Extensions

Holmes and Campbell both agreed to contract extensions. The team announced those extensions will run through the 2027 season on Thursday (March 14). In addition, special assistant Chris Spielman got an extension for his advisory role with the Lions.

“We are thrilled to have Brad and Dan under contract for the next four seasons,” Lions owner Sheila Hamp said in a statement. “They have been the driving force behind the rebuild of our football team and the success that we have enjoyed. The continuity they provide for our football program will continue to be the key to our future success on the field.”

Holmes has proved he has a knack for finding talent at a steal. He’s known for bringing on players who haven’t been given a chance elsewhere and then seeing those low-cost players overperform. When I look at his decisions over the past few years, one that stands out is when the Lions let go of star running backs D’Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams after 2022 and instead brought on Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery in 2023. While some people, including myself, were puzzled, it was a fantastic move. The Lions had their best season in three decades. I’m just happy to see so much consistency with the Lions’ coaching staff going into the new season. Both of these guys are popular with the fans, too. I firmly believe that if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. Reach out with your thoughts here.

7 Super Early Super Bowl Contenders for Next Season

  • 7. Seattle Seahawks

    One thing I like about this list is that I’m not necessarily even picking teams that made it to the playoffs this year. I’m picking teams that I think could be strong enough next season. The Seattle Seahawks are one of those teams. Their new coach, Mike Macdonald, is the former defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. Enough said. This guy is golden. Seattle’s defense is going to improve drastically with him at the helm, and they could go all the way very soon.

  • 6. Buffalo Bills

    The Buffalo Bills missed the playoffs by a hair. They played so well against the Kansas City Chiefs, but it just wasn’t enough. Josh Allen is a Super Bowl-caliber quarterback, but he hasn’t taken them there. Will next year be the year? Maybe.

  • 5. Houston Texans

    The Houston Texans will be the team to beat very soon. They pulled off an incredible season with a rookie coach and quarterback. They’re just getting started. The team got first place in AFC South this season but lost in the divisional round to the Baltimore Ravens.

  • 4. Baltimore Ravens

    Speaking of the Baltimore Ravens, I’m still shocked that they fell to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. I think pretty much everyone was surprised. But, Lamar Jackson is back next year, and he’s not going to let it slip away again. Next year could be their year.

  • 3. Philadelphia Eagles

    It was a massive decline for the Philadelphia Eagles towards the end of last season. Everything fell apart at the seems. But, the Eagles have legacy, and they have Jalen Hurts. As long as he’s healthy, the Eagles will be back next year ready to fight.

  • 2. Green Bay Packers

    Yikes. Can the Green Bay Packers really be this good already? They almost upset the San Francisco 49ers in the playoffs this year. Jordan Love is the real deal. Watch out for this young team next year.

  • 1. Detroit Lions

    Okay, yes, I’m a Detroit Lions fan, born and raised. But, I think there’s reason to believe that the Detroit Lions can and will be back next year. They’ve had a taste of victory, and they liked it. Plus, golden guy Ben Johnson is coming back to Detroit, and he wants to take the Lions all the way. Jared Goff is playing fantastic football, too. The Lions could really make it to their first Super Bowl next season. What do you think? Let me know here.

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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