Detroit Lions training camp Day 2 observations include Jake Bates shining.
After narrowly missing a Super Bowl berth in 2023, the Lions retained much of their core and have their eyes on big things in 2024. Some have tempered the expectations, while others such as wide receiver“I think, more than anything, all I care about is the work," Campbell said. "So as long as I know, man, they’re in it and their attitude’s right and there’s an urgency about what we do and these guys are handling their stuff like pros and you feel the work out there, I’m good.
"It's big time, it's big time for anybody, especially in the kicker position," Bates said of consistency. "You're judged off how consistent you can be every single day. That's something I've worked really hard on and hopefully I can keep showing."will be closely monitored throughout training camp. After playing in just three games as a rookie, the Western Kentucky product is poised to handle a bigger role.
“Well I know this, he’s in shape," Campbell said. "He knows he’s gotta be able to handle the SAM linebacker position for us. It’s no different from what we just talked about, consistency. We’ve got to be able to trust that he’s gonna do what he needs to do. Whatever we call, whatever defense we call, he’s gonna handle it mentally and we can trust that."remain optimistic about him finding a groove as he enters the 2024 season.
After practice, St. Brown was working on releases from the receiver position for around 30 minutes with running back Jahmyr Gibbs, who is expected to take on a bigger role in the passing game this season.Detroit has competition for its third tight end spot behind Sam LaPorta and Brock Wright. Though Mitchell holds an advantage as a player the“James has done a nice job," tight ends coach Steve Heiden said during OTAs.
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