Dan Campbell Opens Door to Major Change for Penei Sewell
Lions head coach Dan Campbell says Penei Sewell could move to left tackle as Detroit continues shaping its offensive line.
The Detroit Lions may be considering a major shake-up along their offensive line. Speaking at the NFL Owners’ Meetings, head coach Dan Campbell revealed that Penei Sewell could potentially move to left tackle depending on how the roster takes shape. Sewell to Left Tackle?
According to Dan Miller , Campbell didn’t hesitate when discussing Sewell’s versatility. “Just give him a few days. ” That comment came after Campbell noted Sewell could shift to the left side “in a heartbeat,” reinforcing just how comfortable the Lions are with their All-Pro tackle playing either position.
However, Campbell also made it clear that nothing is set in stone. The move is still being evaluated and will ultimately depend on how the rest of the roster comes together in the coming weeks. Dan Campbell says Penei Sewell could move to left tackle in a heartbeat.
“Just give him a few days. ” The team isn’t committed to that yet but it’s on the table depending on what the roster looks like. — Dan Miller (@DanMillerFox2) March 30, 2026 Flexibility Is the Key This isn’t a new concept for Detroit.