| Re: Detroit Lions Trick-or-Treat
I don't know how you can't count the defense. They have more takeaways than anyone in the league right now. Our offense is clicking as well, though. Who would have thought that guys like Mike Furrey and Shaun MacDonald would be getting more action than Calvin Johnson? But, Cal is still learning the offense, and the coaches said once he feels more comfortable, he will see more action.
The Lions have had some road victories as well this year, which in the past they have been horrible at doing. I know, it's against teams like Oakland & Chicago, but it's still a step in the right direction.
The second half of the season will be a test for them as they have some challenges up ahead. But they are currently 6-2, and even if they go .500 the rest of the season, they should have at least a wild card spot lined up (it is the NFC after all).
The key right now is they are 3-0 in their division, but haven't played the Packers yet. Thanksgiving day hosting the Pack will be a huge game for them (can't remember the last time the Thanksgiving game was important for the Lions). Couple that with next week's game at Arizona, which is winnable in my book, and exiting Thanksgiving 8-2 would be fantastic. |