A look at the best reactions to the Detroit Lions’ decision to promote Kelvin Sheppard to the defensive coordinator position.
After a Lions-less weekend of football, we could all use some cheering up.
What better way to do that than with all the happiness surrounding Kelvin Sheppard’s promotion to defensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions.
First of all, he’s stoked.
My brother @PatMcAfeeShow I’m grateful/ humbled by your encouraging words & support over the years! Blessed with this tremendous opportunity & ready to get to work! #Detroit LFG!!!! https://t.co/KmEHGXbGRQ
— Kelvin Sheppard (@KelvinSheppard) January 27, 2025
Our new DC is excited
– Kelvin Sheppard’s insta!! pic.twitter.com/vF9kLKOqh8
— Sweta Patel (@sweta2311) January 25, 2025
He’s gotten a strong reaction from current players, former players, and fans alike.
Love the @Lions @KelvinSheppard move. He will have to prove himself in this role but he checks every box for commanding a room, leadership, charisma and you can see how his players have developed. Didn’t want to see him hit the door under any circumstances.
— Dan Miller (@DanMillerFox2) January 25, 2025
Throwback to Hard Knocks of newly promoted Kelvin Shepherd, former LB coach and now DC of the Detroit #Lions
Nice insight to his passion and coaching style.
He’s gotten the best out of Anzalone, Campbell, Malcolm, etc.
Let’s do it! pic.twitter.com/0JkEfWnObW
— Ben – OnePride (@DETLions1pride) January 25, 2025
The Detroit Lions promoting Kelvin Sheppard is 100% the correct decision if
they were not going to acquire a Dennis Allen for DC.After watching Malcolm Rodriguez a 6th round rookie, compile 87 tackles it was CLEAR to see Shepp knew how to develop talent.
Look at Alex Anzalone,… https://t.co/FgPXwxzzHf pic.twitter.com/ktx1526MzR
— Lukas Klotz (@1ukasklotz) January 25, 2025
Former Detroit Lion Darius Slay showing love to Kelvin Sheppard after his promotion! pic.twitter.com/rw168WtWt0
— Woodward Sports Network (@woodwardsports) January 26, 2025
#DCSDFootball Former Stephenson Jaguars great named Defensive Coordinator for the Detroit Lions. Congrats to Kelvin Sheppard! pic.twitter.com/fTVetpjzLj
— DCSD Athletics (GA) (@DCSDAthletics) January 27, 2025
Kelvin Sheppard has the best Instagram when it comes to restaurant food pics.
An appropriate one tonight. pic.twitter.com/EBVmkeSzCJ
— Jeremy Reisman (@DetroitOnLion) January 26, 2025
About new DC Kelvin Sheppard:
I spoke to a contact at LSU, where Kelvin was director of player development in 2020. A direct quote:
“There is no better person or mentor in the game of than Kelvin. Detroit has an innovative defensive mind, a leader, and a winner.”#OnePride pic.twitter.com/X1OYGXqBeH
— Marc Ryan (@MarcRyanOnAir) January 26, 2025
If you’re wondering what you’re getting in new #Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard:
High expectations, high energy, no BS. Dawg. #OnePride pic.twitter.com/j7cujGot22
— Natalie Sparbeck (@NatSparbeck) January 25, 2025
And onto the rest of your notes.
- What would’ve happened if the Lions beat the Commanders and took on the Eagles? The Detroit Free Press’ Jeff Seidel offers his opinion.
- HBD to the goat.
Happy birthday @DanMillerFox2! pic.twitter.com/XRfiHizWk9
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) January 26, 2025
- “These three teams went 40-11 in the regular season to earn playoff berths as the NFC’s first, fifth, and seventh seeds. Yet, they all lost by double digits in their opening playoff games.” A look at what’s next for the NFC North over at The 33rd Team.
- “If you think I’m giving up on the Lions, you’re wrong. Thanksgiving Day, 1962, has finally arrived for me.” The Detroit Free Press offers a few letters from Lions fans sharing their feelings of loss.
