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Dan Campbell sees similarities between his first Lions team and this year’s Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins are hosting their former interim head coach Dan Campbell's Lions on Sunday, and he is the season's reason for being home in Miami.

By Brian Miller · PhinPhanatic

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 10:00 PM

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Dan Campbell said this year's Dolphins remind him of his initial rebuilding season with the Detroit Lions.
Campbell specifically praised Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley and Miami's defensive effort on crossover game tape.
Writer Brian Miller views the Week 9 matchup against Detroit as Miami's toughest game this season.

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Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell praised the Miami Dolphins ahead of their Week 9 matchup, noting strong similarities between Miami's current roster and his first Lions team in 2021. Campbell commended Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley and Miami's defense for their relentless effort while reviewing crossover film from Miami's recent game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Brian Miller of Phin Phanatic notes that this contest represents Miami's toughest test of the season against a formidable Lions offense featuring Sam LaPorta, Jameson Williams, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jahmyr Gibbs. Miller writes that Hafley must make sharper in-game adjustments to keep the game competitive.

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Dan Campbell sees similarities between his first Lions team and this year’s Dolphins

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