Lions, Kelvin Sheppard and defensive coordinator

Earned, not given: Lions reveal how Kelvin Sheppard has spent years prepping for DC role
Sheppard and new offensive coordinator John Morton were officially introduced to the media on Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.
Kelvin Sheppard plans to bring his own flavor to Detroit Lions' defense
Last month, the Detroit Lions promoted Kelvin Sheppard to replace defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, who left to become the New York Jets head coach.
Kelvin Sheppard's plan for the Lions' defense is to get them to think like him, here's why it will work
This was the easiest possible call that you could make when the Detroit Lions season ended in January. You knew that Aaron Glenn was going to leave and there was absolutely nobody that could be better to take his spot than Kelvin Shepperd.
How Lions groomed Kelvin Sheppard to run their defense
For Sheppard, the texts and shout-outs on social media from defensive players were one thing. It was quite another to hear from “guys like Jared Goff.”
Kelvin Sheppard reveals what's 'non-negotiable' on Lions' defense
The Detroit Lions could look very different during the 2025 season. Detroit lost both of its coordinators this offseason to head coaching jobs with other teams. Lions fans got their first big opportunity to learn about new defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard during a recent interview.
Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard wants 'nasty, tenacious' D in Detroit
The Detroit Lions elevated Kelvin Sheppard from linebackers coach to defensive coordinator to take over for Aaron Glenn in 2025.
Sheppard: 'It's Never Okay to Not Meet Those Standards'
In his first month on the new job, Sheppard explained the importance of setting the standard for the group during his press conference at the NFL Scouting Combine Tuesday in Indianapolis. With plenty ...
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Dungeon of Doom: Getting to know Detroit’s 2 new coordinators
Hear from Detroit's two new coordinators and Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes from the combine in this week's Dungeon of Doom.
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Lions could find versatile linebacker in this year's draft class
The Detroit Lions are building their defensive scheme based off the players on the roster and could look to the NFL Draft to add more depth & versatility to the linebacker room.
Detroit Lions nailed DC hire, says Super Bowl winning coach: 'I love Kelvin Sheppard'
Kelvin Sheppard was the heart of the New York Giants' 2016 defense that finished second in the league in points allowed ...
Brad Holmes drops truth bomb on upcoming contract extensions for Lions' stars
Lions GM Brad Holmes spoke openly about the upcoming contract extensions for multiple star players this offseason.
Detroit Lions have 'full confidence' Aidan Hutchinson will return to dominant form in 2025
INDIANAPOLIS - New Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard has "full confidence" that injured defensive end Aidan ...
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Dan Campbell explains building 'phase two' of Lions staff, explains John Morton, Kelvin Sheppard hires
Dan Campbell said he's been preparing Kelvin Sheppard to be a defensive coordinator for two years. He also shed light on the ...