Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has made one promise ahead of Sunday's Week 10 matchup against the New England Patriots in Germany: He will enjoy a German beer before returning home.
As the Lions (6-2) prepare to face the Patriots (5-4) on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET on FOX, Campbell made it clear that he intends to experience some of the country's local traditions during the team's international trip.
Speaking to reporters Friday, Campbell shared his plans in a video posted by Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News.
“Well, you don't come to Germany without getting German beer, I know that. So, I will definitely have a beer before I leave, that's for sure. I don't know which one or what, but I'm getting one.”
Campbell's comments offered a lighthearted moment as Detroit prepares for its first international matchup of the 2026 season.
The Lions enter Sunday's contest riding a four-game winning streak after defeating the Miami Dolphins 19-9 in Week 9. Detroit's defense delivered a strong performance in the victory, limiting Miami to nine points while the offense did enough to secure another win.
Dan Campbell won’t be leaving Munich without having a German beer pic.twitter.com/pHNlM3xKKZ
— Nolan Bianchi (@nolanbianchi) November 13, 2026
Dan Campbell, Lions look to extend winning streak against Patriots
Detroit has bounced back from its early-season setbacks and enters Week 10 looking to strengthen its position in the NFC playoff race.
A victory over New England would extend the Lions' winning streak to five games and improve their record to 7-2.
Meanwhile, the Patriots enter the matchup at 5-4 as they look to improve their standing in the AFC playoff picture.
For Campbell, the immediate priority remains securing another victory before potentially celebrating with a German beer.
The Lions and Patriots will kick off Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET on FOX.