Detroit Lions head coach Stan Campbell has come out in defense attributing some of the blame for the team's performance to one key factor opposing quarterback Matthew Stafford's quick release meanwhile the team has made a strategic move to bolster its kicking unit by adding veteran kicker Greg Joseph to the practice squad with Jake Bates excelling in the season opener Joseph's addition provides a reliable and experienced backup option after a mixed performance from his defense Dan Campbell decided to address the critic ISM directly noting that quarterback Matthew Stafford's quick release was a significant challenge Campbell emphasized that the defenses performance should be viewed in the context of the game conditions and the opponent's abilities offering a balanced perspective on the team's performance meanwhile the Detroit Lions have bolstered their kicking unit by adding Greg Joseph to the practice squad Joseph with his experience with teams such as the Cleveland Browns Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers brings an additional layer of De dep and reliability to the group the signing is a strategic move to provide additional security behind Jake Bates who had a Flawless season opener with Jake Bates excelling and making no mistakes in the first game of the season the addition of Joseph as a backup provides a safety net for the Lions Joseph's experience not only adds depth but also provides a reliable option if needed ensuring the team is well prepared for any eventuality during the season so what do you think of the Detroit Lions recent moves will Greg Joseph make a difference as a backup and what can we expect from the defense with Dan Campbell's approach let us know in the comments and don't forget to like the video see you next time