The Lions turned an unusual formation into a first down against Minnesota, but the story behind the play reveals something even more interesting about how Detroit's coaching staff develops its ideas.

Could Mike Kafka be mirroring Dan Campbell's coaching path as he joins the Lions' staff?

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell sees a lot of himself in Mike Kafka. Both went from interim head coach to a lesser role elsewhere, and Campbell believes that detour can ultimately make Kafka better.

The Detroit Lions made major changes in the NFL offseason.

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has been attacking the offseason after finishing last in the NFC North. While they have navigated their offseason with some adjustments in the defensive department, their coaching team could also see some changes soon.

Detroit Lions passing game coordinator Mike Kafka has been chosen to the 34-person NFL accelerator program pool.

Mike Kafka has coached at both ends of the NFL’s offensive spectrum — from Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs’ fireworks to a Giants offense built to survive. That contrast is what makes his arrival in Detroit worth examining.

It is clear that Giants' interim coach wanted to send a message that he will run a tight ship.