C.J. Gardner-Johnson Critiques Lions, Claims Deception during Stint

C.J. Gardner-Johnson, now a safety for the Philadelphia Eagles preparing for Super Bowl LIX, expressed deep frustration over his brief tenure with the Detroit Lions, describing it as 'hell.' He criticized the Lions for misleading him about their intentions to re-sign him after he suffered a torn pectoral muscle early in the season. Gardner-Johnson stated that he felt disrespected, choosing not to rehab in Detroit because he saw no future with the team. He further lamented losing his starting position upon returning from injury, attributing his benching to decisions made by the Lions' coaching staff. Despite his grievances, he acknowledged that his time in Detroit had some success, but it was overshadowed by the lack of communication from the organization. Ultimately, Gardner-Johnson signed a new three-year deal with the Eagles, where he has excelled since his return.