Key Highlights
- Campbell expresses high confidence in Wright if LaPorta is unable to play.
- Tight end Wright has shown versatility and reliability despite limited playing time.
- Detroit Lions view Sunday’s game against the Eagles as a must-win.
- Avonte Maddox, who played for Philadelphia last season, excited about returning home.
Campbell Expresses Confidence in Wright Amid LaPorta’s Absence
With tight end Sam LaPorta sidelined due to a back injury, Detroit Lions head coach Jack Campbell has expressed his confidence in versatile tight end Brock Wright. During practice on November 13, 2025, Campbell stated that Wright’s contribution is “sky high,” emphasizing the player’s all-around capabilities and dependability.
“High. Sky high,” Campbell remarked. “Brock’s a guy we don’t talk a lot about but he’s the jack of all trades.
He does everything for us – pass protect, run block, he can run some routes, he plays special teams. He’s one of the most dependable players we have on this team.”
Wright has contributed with nine receptions for 71 yards and two touchdowns this season, playing multiple roles offensively and on special teams. Campbell highlighted Wright’s versatility and toughness as key attributes that make him a well-rounded player.
Must-Win Game Against Philadelphia Eagles
Despite the upcoming Week 11 matchup against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles being described by the Lions as merely a non-division game, several players have stressed its importance. Detroit linebacker Jack Campbell echoed this sentiment, stating that his team needs to apply “pressure on ourselves” for Sunday’s game.
“I do like that. I think we need to apply some pressure on ourselves, in a good way, because I know we’ve got the right guys too,” said Campbell. “The reality is we’ve still got a lot of games left.
How much is a must-win a must-win? But yet, I think when you view it that way, we’ve got to find a way to come away with this one. It’s important.”
Linebacker Aidan Hutchinson further emphasized the significance by calling it a “must win.” Hutchinson views the game as a crucial match on their calendar and believes the Lions are ready for the challenge.
Homecoming for Avonte Maddox
A notable aspect of this matchup is the return of Detroit defensive back Avonte Maddox, who spent seven seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles. Maddox has returned to the Linc (Lincoln Financial Field) as a Lion and expressed excitement about running out of the opposite tunnel.
“It’s a place I was drafted to and spent the last seven years there and I enjoyed every single one of them from the ups and the downs,” said Maddox. “I’m excited to go back there and this time just running out of the opposite tunnel. I don’t think I’ve ever seen the opposing locker room.
So, this is actually going to be new to me. Actually, a lot of new things. I’m going to be experiencing a lot of new things this year going over there in the Linc but that’ll be pretty cool.”
Maddox has been versatile for Detroit, contributing with 10 tackles and a tackle for loss on the season. His experience against his former team could prove valuable as the Lions aim to secure an important victory.
Conclusion
The Detroit Lions face a critical test this Sunday when they travel to Philadelphia to take on their arch-rivals, the Eagles. While several factors influence the outcome of this game, the Lions’ confidence in key players like Brock Wright and Avonte Maddox will be crucial. As the teams prepare for this significant match, all eyes are on how both sides will perform under pressure.
