Detroit’s secondary was really active in the game Saturday defending 10 passes total. Hallet led the team with three PBUs and quietly has had a nice training camp. He also added three tackles.
What really stood out Saturday was Hallett’s versatility as he played safety, outside cornerback, and nickel cornerback. A player can certainly endear himself to a coaching staff by adding some playmaking ability from multiple spots like Hallett did vs. Miami.
Vaki missed some time in camp due to injury but has been back for about a week and is making his presence felt. The second-year running back looks a lot more comfortable in the backfield in Year 2 after making the permanent switch from safety when the Lions drafted him last year.
Vaki carried the ball five times for 30 yards with a 6.0-yard average per carry vs. the Dolphins. He also caught two passes. He was a core special teamer for the Lions as a rookie and that will be a big part of his game in 2025. He was lined up with Grant Stuard as the first pair returning kickoffs Saturday and he later forced a fumble on a punt coverage tackle that he nearly recovered.
“It was just good to get him out there. I mean, that’s where I would start. He’s missed most of camp, so to be able to get him out, get him some significant reps on special teams, on the offense,” Campbell said.
“I thought he did a few things. But so, that’s where I’m happy. I don’t – I’ll know more about exactly what it looked like, but it’s just good to get him out there on the turf moving the football again.”
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