# Mike Tomlin supports Dan Campbell's late fourth-down decision

> Tomlin backs Campbell's risky fourth-down call in Packers game.
- Title: Mike Tomlin supports Dan Campbell's late fourth-down decision
- Summary: Tomlin backs Campbell's risky fourth-down call in Packers game. Mike Tomlin praised Dan Campbell's fourth-down decision that cost the Lions a potential…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/mike-tomlin-supports-dan-campbells-late-fourth-down-decision
- Published: 2026-10-26T10:32:10.387+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: mike tomlin, dan campbell, packers, lions, nfl, fourth down, football, sports
## Tomlin's support for Campbell
Mike Tomlin praised Dan Campbell's fourth-down decision in the Packers game.

> It centers around elite quarterback play
## Campbell's fourth-down play
Campbell went for it with 4:53 left, resulting in a two-yard loss.
## Campbell's post-game explanation
Campbell said he believed they would get the ball and had a chance to answer if it failed.
## Tomlin's analysis
Tomlin said the decision was about elite quarterback play and giving the quarterback a chance.

> It centers around elite quarterback play
## Lions' field goal attempt
Lions got the ball back after defense stiffened and special teams blocked the field goal.
## Analytics vs. feel
Tomlin's decision shows analytics and feel align on fourth-down strategy.
## Campbell's historical context
Campbell was first to go for it on fourth down inside own 25 in tie game since 2014.
## Tomlin's past example
Tomlin ran fake punt from own 20 in 27-27 game against Browns with 9:48 left.
## Key takeaway

Mike Tomlin praised Dan Campbell's fourth-down decision that cost the Lions a potential touchdown.