Detroit Lions assistant head coach Scottie Montgomery and defensive assistant Jim O’Neil recently shared their perspectives on the team’s progress following the bye week, ahead of a pivotal matchup against divisional rivals, the Minnesota Vikings.

Detroit Lions defensive assistant and outside linebacker coach David Corrao shared insights on the team’s defensive approach and linebacker roles ahead of their matchup against the Cleveland Browns.

Detroit Lions interim head coach Darrell Bevell stands in the end zone before the game against the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field on December 13, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. DETROIT – Detroit Lions interim head coach Darrell Bevell and four defensive coaches will miss the team’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this weekend because of possible exposure to COVID-19. PREVIOUSLY: Several Detroit Lions coaches to stay away from team facility during contact tracingDefensive coordinator Cory Undlin, defensive line coach Bo Davis, defensive backs coach Steve Gregory and linebackers coach Ty McKenzie will also be unavailable Saturday. Assistant Ty Warren will coach the defensive line. Bevell is the first NFL head coach to miss a game due to COVID-19 protocols, according to Ian Rapoport.