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NFC Notes: Dan Campbell, Trey Smack, Lions, Packers, Vikings

Lions Lions HC Dan Campbell credited passing game coordinator Mike Kafka for the big play to WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. “That was Kafka’s baby. Like most plays, somebody gets an idea, and then you start massaging it, you slap it…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 12:30 AM
NFC Notes: Dan Campbell, Trey Smack, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Key Things to Know
  • Head coaches across the NFC North provided updates on game planning, roster resilience, and key player injuries.
  • Lions head coach Dan Campbell credited Mike Kafka for a major play to Amon-Ra St. Brown.
  • Lions safety Kerby Joseph will miss Week 9, while Cade Mays suffered a low ankle sprain.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell credited passing game coordinator Mike Kafka for designing a key play to wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. Regarding injuries, Campbell ruled out safety Kerby Joseph for Week 9 against the Dolphins, while center Cade Mays suffered a low ankle sprain and linebacker Jack Campbell is improving after a scare.

Elsewhere in the NFC North, Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur commended rookie kicker Trey Smack for showing resilience following mistakes such as a missed PAT. Meanwhile, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell stated quarterback Kyler Murray will start in Week 9 if healthy.

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