Hulk Hogan, the legendary pro wrestler, recently visited the Detroit Lions practice and made some interesting comments about head coach Dan Campbell. Hogan stated that Campbell would have been a great wrestler and even gave him the nickname “Dirty Dan.” He jokingly mentioned that he would want Campbell as his tag-team partner because he would let him do all the work in the ring.
During his visit, Hogan and Campbell recorded a promotional video together, with Hogan hyping up “Campbell-mania” and predicting a Super Bowl win for the Detroit Lions. Campbell seemed to enjoy Hogan’s enthusiasm and thanked him for his kind words before getting back to work.
Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, is a WWE Hall of Famer and currently resides in the Tampa Bay area. His appearance at the Lions practice added an exciting and entertaining element to the training camp.
In addition to Hogan’s visit, day 2 of Lions training camp also saw the presence of Claressa Shields, a two-time Olympic gold medalist. Shields is preparing to challenge women’s WBC heavyweight champion Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse in Detroit on Saturday night, showcasing the diverse range of talent and athletes that the city attracts.
Overall, the Detroit Lions training camp received a special treat with the visit of Hulk Hogan and the presence of Claressa Shields, highlighting the intersection of sports and entertainment in the Motor City. The excitement and energy brought by these iconic figures surely added a unique flair to the training camp experience for both players and fans alike.