Injuries have been a major issue for the young Detroit Lions, with starting quarterback Matthew Stafford's shoulder injury the most significant blow to the talented team's development. There's a lot to like about the Lions long-term, including their solid coaching staff, explosive skill talent on offense, and their tough-looking front four defensively. In the short term, however, Shaun Hill isn't taking this team anywhere significant, and their brutal secondary will allow opposing quarterbacks to have big days all season. Better days are in store for this Lions team, but they're still in the darker areas of their re-building effort, and it's crystal clear that they're still the worst team in the NFC North.
NFL Predictions For The Winless Teams: Detroit Lions
Winnable Games: Week 5 vs. STL, Week 10 at BUF, Week 15 at TB
Tough Stretch: They’re in the midst of a four-game stretch featuring all three division opponents, as well as Mike Vick and Philadelphia. Things won’t get easier as Thanksgiving approaches, as Dallas and New England precede two home dates against Chicago and Green Bay.
Prediction: Young players like Calvin Johnson, Jahvid Best and Ndamukong Suh will make Detroit fun to watch until Stafford gets back into the lineup. Once he returns, the Lions may start to surprise some people as the year comes to a close, though they'll still be picking in the Top 10 next year.
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