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Lions Coach Campbell Considers Penei Sewell's Position Switch

3/31/2026

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Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is pursuing moving All-Pro right tackle Penei Sewell to left tackle, with a decision pending.
Sewell is prepared for the transition, and he last played left tackle in college at Oregon in 2021 after Taylor Decker’s injury, who was recently released.
The Lions signed Larry Borom and Cade Mays as part of offensive-line changes, and Campbell says Sewell’s versatility could help protect Jared Goff.

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The NFL's emphasis on versatile offensive linemen has grown since the 2000s, with teams increasingly prioritizing adaptability to enhance quarterback protection. In 2021, the Detroit Lions drafted Penei Sewell, a standout from Oregon, to strengthen their offensive line. This strategic move reflects ongoing trends in the league, particularly following the Lions' trade of quarterback Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams earlier that year.

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Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is pursuing moving All-Pro right tackle Penei Sewell to left tackle, with a decision pending.
Sewell is prepared for the transition, and he last played left tackle in college at Oregon in 2021 after Taylor Decker’s injury, who was recently released.
The Lions signed Larry Borom and Cade Mays as part of offensive-line changes, and Campbell says Sewell’s versatility could help protect Jared Goff.

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