Lions Ditch Joint Practices for Focus | Detroit Lions News

Dan Campbell’s bold move to skip joint practices this summer is paying off—focusing inward has given the Lions’ key players more reps and sharper chemistry. While joint sessions with teams like the Colts and Giants were once staples, Campbell believes this year’s self-driven approach was crucial after last year’s struggles. With starters like Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown getting extra preseason work, the team’s internal cohesion could be a game-changer. And while joint practices aren’t gone for good, Campbell leaves the door open for future collaborations—if they make sense. Meanwhile, the roster got a shakeup: defensive end Payton Turner went to injured reserve with a back injury, and cornerback Eric Scott was signed to fill the gap. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/36b42cc525fb371a