{"id":28947,"date":"2025-04-05T05:33:16","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T04:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/divinesoccerinfo.com\/?p=28947"},"modified":"2025-04-05T05:34:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-05T04:34:32","slug":"dan-campbell-praises-detroit-lions-new-special-teams-standout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/divinesoccerinfo.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/05\/dan-campbell-praises-detroit-lions-new-special-teams-standout\/","title":{"rendered":"Dan Campbell Praises Detroit Lions\u2019 New Special Teams Standout"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to toughness, drive, and heart, Dan Campbell knows what he likes \u2014 and Grant Stuard fits the mold perfectly.<\/p>\n<p>The Detroit Lions head coach couldn\u2019t stop raving about the team\u2019s newest special teams weapon, and honestly, it seems like Stuard might contribute all over the field this season.<\/p>\n<p>Campbell held nothing back when describing what he loves most about Stuard.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cStuard can do everything, man,\u201d Campbell said, via Pride of Detroit. \u201cHe\u2019s a guy people have overlooked. But he just keeps making plays in this league. He\u2019s a special teams force, no doubt. And he can play defense. I mean, he played defense against us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s major praise from a coach who values rugged, flexible players that bring it on every snap. And Stuard\u2019s energy and attitude have clearly made an impact on Detroit\u2019s coaching staff.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s where it gets really fun. While Stuard is mostly recognized for his special teams and defensive work, Campbell might have more in mind.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis guy is elite on special teams, and he\u2019s played defense, too. And maybe even offense,\u201d Campbell teased.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to toughness, drive, and heart, Dan Campbell knows what he likes \u2014 and Grant Stuard fits the mold perfectly. 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