Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell received significant recognition for leading his team to a franchise-record 15 wins during the 2024 season. However, despite his stellar performance, Campbell did not secure the top honor.
Dan Campbell’s Votes
Campbell finished second in the voting, receiving:
19 first-place votes
10 second-place votes
8 third-place votes
The Top Vote-Getters
Kevin O’Connell emerged victorious in the voting with 25 first-place votes, while Campbell received 19. The Minnesota Vikings’ success, particularly after a surprising season with quarterback Sam Darnold, earned O’Connell significant praise.
Bottom Line
Dan Campbell’s impressive turnaround of the Detroit Lions was recognized by many, but he fell just short of the ultimate accolade in 2024. His leadership helped lead the Lions to a No. 1 seed in the NFC and a franchise-record 15 wins, but it was Kevin O’Connell’s Vikings who clinched the award.
