Dan Campbell opens up about Detroit Lions' '313 grit' mentality (FULL INTERVIEW) | FNIA | NFL on NBC

Jason Garrett sits down with Dan Campbell to discuss how his style as a player influenced his style as a coach, how the team embodies Detroit's grit, how the Lions turned their season around last year and more. #NBCSports #NFL #SNF #FNIA
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[@jordanzamarron4094]

Ford Field will be the loudest stadium in the NFL if the Detroit Lions host and win a playoff game.

[@joshlewis575]

Imagine the nfc championship game there. They'll blow the roof off the place

[@thelostkid7841]

@@joshlewis575amen

[@gq100yrs]

You know something 🦁💙

[@Thrashman-ye4cf]

I was at the first preseason game against the Giants. Every single positive play we had it was as loud as I’ve heard it during a crucial game at the end of the season when I was there lol

[@chrisslattery2761]

I can’t wait to be there for a home playoff game if it happens. Ford Field will be absolutely electric

[@picklenick9474]

"We haven't done anything yet." My favorite quote and that message has been consistent from both coaches to players. That is a grinders mentality and the Lions have the right man at the helm. Going to be a great year!

[@Billbranch-ps1to]

I love Dan Campbell to death !!! I wish him the greatest success . This lions team is going to do great things under this coach. GO lions!!! 🦁

[@vwhisp1394]

Douth drinkith the coolaidith! Go LIONS!! I have a water bottle at work and wrote Lions Coolaid on the side!👍

[@Billbranch-ps1to]

@@vwhisp1394 I'm dead!!!! 😂.............🤮........🏥......⚰....💀.... R.I..P

[@millieparker772]

WHOO HOO. HEAR THE ROAR ❤🎉😊😊😊❤

[@vinny8195]

They’re not on shit lmao

[@GenuineJukes]

@@vinny8195 🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@ryankeith248]

This interview is even better now after the season we have had and being in the NFC Championship game. He stayed true to himself and the vision! Love it! ONE PRIDE!

[@LionsFanSyndicate]

Never seen Coach laugh and smile so much! Genuine Friendship, a rare thing nowadays

[@miked2445]

Noticed that. You are correct. Got my stupid ass over here grinnin like the Joker, too.

[@kcorey11kc]

That interview was pure gold

[@philhorn6011]

every interview mcdc is in is gold fr

[@jameshecht3471]

Except Jason is a creepy mother phucker broham, he giggles like your little sister

[@parkjamesshaw3189]

Afuckinmen. But let's do this on the field. Obviously momentum never carries over from year to year with alot of teams except for a select few. As I die hard lions fan at 49 years old I'm sick of being the doormat every year. I'm not drinking the Honolulu blue Ade, never have but sure wuld b nice to not fold like a lawn chair like we always do. Just hoping KC doesn't lay a 50 burger on us opening night. One pride and hopefully we can defend the den 🦁

[@perrycoffey5410]

Bread and circus you will own nothing and be happy Klaus schwab you sheep are brainwashed

[@dennisligma4958]

As long as we score 51 let them i say @@parkjamesshaw3189

[@Im_Miigz]

So glad out of the 23 years I’ve been alive this is the best Detroit team I’ve ever seen head to toe

[@rorschach5151]

As a Chiefs fan I fucking love MCDC, and really am rooting for the Lions success. My dad was a life long Lions fan, I wish he was still here to see this MCDC/Brad Holmes/Lions era.

[@dennisligma4958]

Bless you man!

[@txmetalhead82xk]

Thanks for your class and respect.

[@FEBRIZIOtv]

As a Viking fan, how can you not love this guy?

[@carlosandiego9816]

All of MCDC's interviews age well. Love this guy

[@phycofox858]

Man I'm a cowboys fan but Dan Campbell is the man he's the kinda coach I would die for to have in Dallas over Mike McCarthy

[@alexpeterson7853]

Lions fan in Dallas, have seen Mike McCarthy waste years of prime Aaron Rodgers and great Green Bay teams, if I didn’t hate the cowboys and packers so much it would be a shame. Sad how he keeps getting away with wasting incredible rosters with shitty coaching but I enjoy watching it happen to teams I absolutely hate😂

[@diddyfaplord]

@@alexpeterson7853lmao. FTP and FTC

[@chriswalters6203]

I don't believe the cowboys have had a good coach since Jimmy Johnson and all those wasted years with Jason Garrett

[@YooperHatesOhioState]

@@diddyfaplord FTB

[@noway3372]

I believe this is the last year you'll have to put up with Mike McCarthy., I think you get a steel Ben Johnson from us next year.

[@samueldenton5512]

Dan Campbell is real and authentic. I have so much Respect for him. Hope the Lions do great things this year.

[@jonathanwert5976]

That's my coach 🥲

[@Tsar_Waddles]

I know Dan Campbell is his own man but he really reminds me of John Madden in certain aspect. That love for his players and staff that Coach Madden had was undeniable and Dan has that quality too

[@AztecAstro19]

I wish Madden was alive to see this team.

[@otaviofrn_adv]

He reminds me of John regarding his presence... A big guy that is sincere with his players... But his way of expressing himself it's like seeing Dick Vermeil on the sidelines again

[@brettfavreify]

This lifelong Packer fan is delighted for Dan Campbell, his mentality, and what he's brought to the Lions. The division is better, the games are more entertaining when every team is competitive.

[@MotiveGR]

For probably the first time in my life I feel lucky to be a Lions fan. Really hoping the curse is gone.

[@Grimm299]

💯

[@charlespapineau5428]

MCDC has a simply magnetic personality. The man is just so real and honest. I love that big smile. You can clearly tell that he and Jason shared some good times and are genuine friends. How utterly refreshing. As a fan, I want a Super Bowl so badly but I almost want it more for Dan, Brad, Sheila and the players who work so damn hard. I love players like Hutchinson and St. Brown who leave every ounce of their being on the field. I love the fact that Dan wanted to come here because he knew that the fans would go nuts for a winner. I guarantee you, the Lions will show up in KC and play their asses off. Ford Field will be an utter mad house this year. I simply can't wait! One Pride! Go Lions!

[@thomaswatkins3686]

Jesus you sound like you know nothing. The Lions literally couldn’t beg the top candidates to come to Detroit. Campbell was the only guy who took it. Nobody wanted him as a head coach. He is terrible. He has one one game through October each of the last 2 year. If the Lions start 0-2, which is a strong possibility, fans will see this team can’t win until they play bad teams tanking for draft position.

[@charlespapineau5428]

@thomaswatkins3686 Another guy from the "meathead" bandwagon. Please say you're a head coach of an opposing team on the Lions schedule this year. Somehow, I think that is not the case, as much as I would like to believe that is true. I don't think any NFL head coach or team is circling the Lions on their schedule as a day of rest. We'll see how it all pans out.

[@HeavyHittas23]

Thomas, you’re really gonna say or ask someone if they know football. What you just said obviously makes it clear you don’t know much.

[@HeavyHittas23]

Dumbest shit I’ve ever heard. They deserve all the credit in the world.

[@arthurfonzarelli9828]

​@@thomaswatkins3686You're proving you don't follow the NFL closely at all with these comments. Alliance have always been able to hire whoever they want considering it's one of 32 jobs and their ownership group is considered one of the best to work for.

[@oglp6011]

The genuine joy of seeing each other was a moment in it self!

[@bobboyoop1141]

One of the funnest interviews ever. Would love to hear the biker bar stories because JG, as a ginger, turned absolutely crimson on that as did MCDC, just tells you that story is probably epic! Lol. Great interview!

[@artmeddaugh6669]

I love MCDC! My Detroit Lions are in great hands with him and his awesome coaching staff as they continue to develop this young core of players into winners. Can't wait for the season to start. Beat KC and see you there at Ford Field for the home opener vs. Seattle. #One Pride! Go Lions!

[@justinthomas7330]

HOW DO YOU NOT LOVE THIS GUY, MCDC, HOW DO YOU NOT ROOT FOR US LIONS WHO HAVE NEVER REALLY GOT A TASTE OF SUCCESS? ITS TIME. LETS GO 313 LETS GO!!!!

[@adamludlow1977]

We beat the Cowboys and had the Thumbs Up year for Utley. That tasted pretty good!

[@thewizardofoz511]

The people who don't root for the lions with their narrative it's usually because of Envy from the standpoint of wishing they had the type of coaching staff or special energy this team has created for themselves... Idk, I've always felt like if you're a fan of Underdog movies than how do you not route for the Lions??!.. they're a live Underdog movie in itself especially since Dan Campbell has arrived with his coaching staff.. I really just don't understand where the hate from some outside fans come from..

[@millieparker772]

Yeppers Hopefully He Stays That Way ❤😊

[@jimdavidson7771]

Despite only one playoff game win in the 50 years I've been watching the Lions, I still drink the entire Kool-Aid pitcher full of hope every September. Lions fans have been waiting for this for decades. We need this. Michigan needs this. And hitching the wagon to a coach like Campbell and the staff he has assembled, seems to have put our Lions on the right path to the playoffs. If not, I'm afraid it might literally crush my soul.

[@user-de4gj3df6p]

Most likable guy in football. And he’s a winner. You can tell he loves his players. Awsome

[@williamdillard5060]

Lions HC Dan Campbell is THE best man for this time in there franchise history. As a Lifelong Detroit Lions fan I remember when Campbell played. He was high powered and always positive. I've never missed a Coach Campbell interview and I'm always impressed by his attention to details. He talks about his players, whether they are a star, rookie, special teams with a positive description. The Lions are surely taking on a team persona that's 100percent their HC Dan Campbell. I'm certain that The Lions will compete and play hard in every game.

[@stevenespinal5939]

I'm huge fan of the Lions. Never been to Detroit or Michigan. Love the coach and the team. I remember Goff in High School in Marin. Go Lions!

[@mikejaker4454]

What a genuine human being.

[@spencerdobkin9479]

He is so real and is a great guy. You can't fake that.

[@GlobalMindSync]

As a titans fan I love Dan as a head coach !! Full support and rooting for him all the way

[@mrbraden_7780]

Dan Campbell is the man! I love that dude and am so glad Detroit hired him. He was exactly what we needed!

[@arthuresau1129]

Detroit is very lucky to have him. They can build a great culture.

[@PCPAyLOAD]

This is a perfect example of how genuine MCDC is.

[@dennymoe8010]

There's a buzz In Detroit this year. We need this team to help bring our city back up

[@JonnyMac313]

Detroit Loves MCDC - he’s the man and we are so happy with the current leadership for our team. So exciting - can’t wait to see what they can do. Proud of the Pride

[@travisburns3308]

Colts fan here, Always rooted for the Lions too.. man y’all are do for something and what’s not to love about that coach!

[@coreygawthrop852]

Great interview! Dan is the man! A great fit in the #313GRIT

[@craigpridemore7566]

Wow. These guys just had fun! Great interview!

[@mambalevel1017]

Love Dan and them lions!!! Can’t fake the realness

[@dennisligma4958]

Thats how all of detroit and now the league sees it too. The nfl sees dan like a blue collar guy cause thats what he is. Im all in and never have been even though im michigan born and raised around Kalamazoo.

[@MathaelTheDestroyer]

Panthers fan but god damn it I love DC, wish him the best

[@MotiveGR]

DC and a lot of the players have said they have Panthers circled on their calendar for what happened last year lol

[@MathaelTheDestroyer]

@@MotiveGR yeah idk what happened, was not expecting to go in there and kick their ass 🤣

[@Living_EDventures]

​@@MathaelTheDestroyerKind of like when the Lions kicked the Patriots a** a few years ago when they went to the Super Bowl. Bad games happen for anyone.

[@albongo3949]

He gets the 313 we get to work, and we don’t mind tough times for the goals we strive for. God bless Campbell his family, the team and their families and the whole organization for getting things together

[@Check4me]

It’s crazy this my 1st time really actually hearing him in a interview and I can genuinely say we have something special here with him cuz he gets it💪🏾💯nd to be here now going into the afc championship vs 49ers speaks VOLUMES with receipts!! Dan we rocking with you!! Go 🦁 s!!!!!

[@pitboss87]

Dan Campbell for president! 🇺🇸

[@alschbachb]

This interview really made me like Jason Garret. I had preconceived notions about him that were definitky wrong. This interview was Gold. If he’s a friend of MCDC you know he’s a good dude.

[@isaiahlucas6840]

Who wouldn't want to run through a brick wall for this guy😂😅🦁💙💪🏼

[@jonaholson1583]

Even as a life long Vikings fan, I root for Dan Campbell

[@NickPlaskon]

Great interview. Cool to see the interactions between the 2 of them. Dan Campbell gets Detroit- 313, Grit! I love that he's motivated, yet realistic- "We haven't done anything yet." Us Lions fans have been hungry for this for a long, long time. I sure hope that success follows- soon!

[@tommclain8893]

Fun interview, good friends with trust. DC one of a kind. Glad he is ours.

[@randallaufrecht5377]

Saints fan here,Dam Campbell WILL win a Superbowl before he's done in Detroit 🏆

[@MrRedwing90]

We are Blessed to have you Coach Campbell! Keep Working Hard my friend!

[@stefandietmann5120]

And again I realize how huge Dan is.

[@dangielfrauk8484]

Him beside Sheamus blew my mind

[@stefandietmann5120]

@@dangielfrauk8484 Oh yea

[@sturat18]

Dan and Jason are incredibly likeable.

[@davissinclair4945]

Jason Garrett took a lot of heat for the disaster with Joe Judge.

[@tonykasunic1]

I could listen to MCDC talk all day

[@notalvaroo5751]

Extremely top tier interview, ONE PRIDE

[@Matt90541]

Love seeing the former NFL Coach of the Year for the NFL's most valuable franchise interview a new coach learning that is learning the game and coaching. Jason Garrett is the man.

[@JoJoBeast]

2 very good guys

[@dougo9229]

Love our coach Dan Campbell. Go Lions!!!

[@davissinclair4945]

He's was a reliable TE when he played. Tough and dependable.

[@jimoleesyt1577]

I'm so glad I was wrong about his hire. Love the guy.

[@richardwarfordjr.5622]

He's the dude for real fits in Detroit we need a tough Parcel type guy here our teams of the past were under achievers something special about him that for sure !

[@martrellnelson7869]

Facts😊

[@critrole]

Love this dude man glad he’s our coach

[@PleebsOG]

Motor City Dan Campbell has got them boys ballin out!

[@austinknox]

As a Lions fan for my entire 35 years of being alive. I believe in Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell. We probably won't win a championship anytime soon. But, at least with those two leading the charge, I finally feel like there is a chance to be more than just the worst team in the North. I also believe that we have a chance to really show how good Brad Holmes is at building a team... I hated trading Swift, but I get it.... He couldn't stay healthy. It's like when your ex showed up home at 12 am drunk as fuck like every Saturday night... Enough is enough.

[@keithunderwood8803]

This feels like the late 90s Red Wings. You can just feel something special. And like you said even if it doesn't pay off. I'm still heavily invested.

[@richardwarfordjr.5622]

I think these men will get us a championship stay the course 💪

[@michaelmaas5544]

It’s coming sooner than you think!

[@obisquanch3107]

That whole comment was glorious. It's pretty unlikely we'll win anytime soon, but by golly there's a chance... that's a good feeling

[@thelostkid7841]

Lions gonna make a run

[@gregpeoples2020]

That's my coach man😢😢😢😢😢

[@Lionize728]

Coach Dan will keep the team grounded from the hype. He's got them feeling like the underdogs still.

[@PrinceIzaryah777]

Gotta love Dan man! Great personality and you can tell he’s genuine with the things he says! We in the NFC Championship game tonight baby! Let’s go get’um boyz!

[@Obi1to1]

I can see how players bleed for this man! Awesome interview

[@mathatter9158]

We’re someday going to look back at these days and realize where success in Detroit started.

[@jessewallace12able]

Go Lions and Coach Campbell. Really excited for Detroit.

[@tylerKINGproduction]

My favorite lions coach!!!

[@domtam6571]

Have always cheered for the underdog. Was a big fan of Barry Sanders and got to see him play. Wish he could have gotten a Super Bowl ring. Never been to Detroit and have always wanted the Lions to have a winning season. Ever since Dan Campbell I believe IT CAN happened.

[@ryanxx24]

Aww yeah I wish the lions still had Jamaal Williams he was loved here

[@kylecorrigan2449]

This is really perfect for coach clap Jason garret I mean that in the best way he is really great at setting up questions and has the football knowledge to get the answers people are hoping to hear this was a great interview and of course how could you not love Dan campbell

[@nohalfmeasures6]

The key in life is being that person that others wants to die for.

[@travisstoneking4049]

As a Steelers fan if we had to have a new coach tomorrow and I made the decision it would be MCDC. 🤘🏼

[@GlobalMindSync]

Best nfl interview I’ve come across in a long time JG & DC would love to see them together more

[@ryansmukala7618]

I can listen to Dan talk all day. The man just gets us. He built a team with Brad, Shiela, and Chris that we can finally be proud of. That’s my motherfucking coach!!

[@erichdewald5600]

Lions are winning the NFC North this year and are making playoffs. This is the first coach since Wayne Fonts that genuinely cares about this team. Players are buying into this hype and i cant wait to see what they do with it

[@billherman7294]

Fontes

[@lukehainstock8281]

No they won't. Lions are trash

[@Twelte22]

Dan campbell has cured my sports depression

[@steaknshake3368]

Great interview 🫡 Thank you for your time 🫡

[@turbosaari]

Dan caught that pass like a true te1

[@skitzospielberg]

I’m not a lions fan but I love coach cambell he’s really good

[@CarsonClaws]

I love MCDC, now go out and do it. Job isn’t finished yet. Go lions

[@52156drj]

Not a bad word for anyone. A complete diplomat and he makes you believe it. Damn... "Dan Campbell for President" 😀

[@roadtrippingdjs6808]

I'm glad to have got season tickets for this team..... outstanding team!!!!!

[@timstort8223]

Two great coaches, GO LIONS!!

[@michelleblum7455]

Hell YES!!! Coach Dan! Let’s Go LIONS!!! ! 💥 Tougher and Stronger!

[@jeffsmalarz7943]

Why is it that every time mcdc does an interview, a guy walks into the background, notices the interview, then runs away

[@reaper98765]

More Detroit content! Love it

[@DetroitJim97]

Detroit Dan! What a great human

[@KennethSmith-um8de]

I agree I wish he was my Dallas cowboys head coach I tell people coach Campbell is a good guy and I like how him and his staff doing a good job with the player's

[@millisacrossen1327]

Thank you Shelia!!! You've done great and put the right people in the right places. You gave us Lions fans hope ❤

[@Acrosstheleague]

Mcveay did a lot of great stuff and we took it straight up 😂😂 is funny asf 8:00

[@johnthrasher8146]

Terrific interview. Thanks!

[@tylerogle7123]

This was a wonderful interview. Great questions and you could tell how much fun both were having throughout!

[@The302Kid]

MCDC is the Best Coach we have ever had. Excellent interview.

[@nicholashopeck7981]

I have no idea how good or bad the Lions will be this season, but damn it's hard to not route for these guys with Dan Campbell as the HC.

[@TL2354]

Root

[@nicholashopeck7981]

@@TL2354 Thanks...

[@kyle.cushway]

I cannot wait for this season.

[@williamgullett5911]

That’s me since 1970

[@kyle.cushway]

@@williamgullett5911 Ha, fair. I'm 33, so was one year old last playoff win.

[@williamgullett5911]

@@kyle.cushway I’ve been let down a lot by this organization. One day about a year ago I was wondering when the Ford family bought the Lions……November 22, 1963……the day JFK was shot and killed.

[@ralami6183]

I can finally be a Detroit Lions fan😌

[@terrypaulson5945]

Just loved this interview...........First class people.

[@OscarUnrated]

Garrett is great on TV

[@wyndhamscottgordon6184]

Michigan Dan!!! Hell yeah!!

[@pikminlord343]

A fantastic interview

[@jonathanwert5976]

One pride lion pride always!!!!!!

[@beauwolfe8597]

Regardless of the outcome from the Lions vs. Chiefs game, we will continue to support and love our Lions!! The work comes first. The results come second.

[@notboblowski0624]

Lions won