Shaun Dion Hamilton, a former linebacker for Alabama, shifted from being a player to a coaching position after his NFL career did not pan out as expected. After being drafted by Washington and later released, he accepted a coaching role with the Detroit Lions. Hamilton has made a significant impact as the linebackers coach, earning respect from players and praise from defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard for his intelligence and ability to lead despite being younger than some players.
Hamilton has made a considerable impact ever since taking the coaching position with the Detroit Lions, now serving as the linebackers coach under defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard.
Sheppard emphasized Hamilton's high-level intelligence and how the players respect him, noting that Hamilton's transition from player to coach has been exceptional.
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