Friday, August 25, 2023

Morning Lions Links for Saturday 8-26-23

Articles:

NOTEBOOK: Lions have some tough roster decisions ahead:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/notebook-lions-have-some-tough-roster-decisions-ahead

RECAP: Lions at Panthers:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/recap-lions-at-panthers-reynolds-gilmore-green-lucas

What’s being said after Lions close preseason with strong showing in Carolina:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/08/whats-being-said-after-lions-close-preseason-with-strong-showing-in-carolina.html

Observations: Lions flex depth in win against Panthers in preseason finale:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/08/observations-lions-flex-depth-in-win-against-panthers-in-preseason-finale.html

QB Nate Sudfeld carted to locker room in Lions’ preseason finale:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/08/qb-nate-sudfeld-carted-to-locker-room-in-lions-preseason-finale.html





Studs and Duds: Green, Gilmore Shine in Final Preseason Outing:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-lions-panthers-2023-preseason

5 Takeaways from Lions' 26-17 Preseason Win Over Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/takeaways-lions-panthers-nfl-preseason

7 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ preseason win over Carolina Panthers:   https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2023/8/25/23846517/detroit-lions-carolina-panthers-7-takeaways-preseason-week-3



No. 1 pick Bryce Young looks sharp, throws first TD pass in final tuneup for regular season
— Bryce Young certainly looks ready for the regular season as a passer.:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401547657

Bold predictions for every NFL team in 2023 — NFC North (DETROIT LIONS - 1. Jahmyr Gibbs sees 70-plus targets as a rookie.  Eight running backs saw 70 or more targets in 2022. Gibbs raised eyebrows when he was drafted as high as he was, given how the league currently treats the running back position, but from the outset, the Lions have been talking about him more as a playmaker without portfolio than a running back. In training camp, Gibbs has been split wide and in the slot regularly. He could feature as a major outlet in the passing game.  2. The Lions win the NFC North.  It’s time to embrace the change in narrative and enjoy being seen as favorites. The Lions were everybody’s dark horse for a playoff spot a year ago, and while they came agonizingly close, they fell short. This time, they’re the division favorites for real, and with good reason. They retained key pieces and added potential immediate improvements in the draft and free agency. Now is the time to prove to people the hype is justified.  3. Detroit's offensive line rivals Philadelphia’s for the best in the league.  A year ago, I predicted that the Lions would have a top-five offensive line in the NFL. They hit that level at times — four separate times in PFF’s weekly offensive line rankings — but injuries hampered the group and kept them from their true potential. The interior was a permanent revolving door that will hopefully be an entirely different story this season. If the group stays healthy, they have the potential to be hard on Philadelphia’s heels as the best line in football.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-bold-predictions-every-nfl-team-2023-nfc-north

NFL Preseason Week 3 Game Recap: Detroit Lions 26, Carolina Panthers 17:  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-preseason-week-3-game-recap-detroit-lions-26-carolina-panthers-17

2023 NFL preseason, Week 3: What We Learned from Friday's tripleheader (Detroit Lions 26 Carolina Panthers 17 - Grant Gordon's takeaways:  1. No. 17 looked more familiar this time around. A week removed from dawning No. 50 in his first time taking the field as a Detroit Lion, Teddy Bridgewater looked far more like himself wearing No. 17 and putting forth a promising night. Bridgewater connected with Antoine Green for a 70-yard touchdown that stood as the obvious and eye-popping highlight of the night, but was clearly more settled in throughout. He finished with a line of 13 of 22 for 178 yards and the TD toss. It was a stark difference from going 5 of 11 for just 34 yards a week prior against the Jaguars. Dan Campbell never minced words about being a big fan of Bridgewater, and the Friday version of Teddy B was exactly the veteran backup he was hoping to get.  2.  Welcomed showing from Thielen. The most important moment during Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen's evening was that he returned from an injury scare. Carolina can't afford to lose anymore wide receivers with D.J. Chark and Terrace Marshall Jr. currently on the mend. The most promising occurrence came with Thielen's burgeoning chemistry with quarterback Bryce Young. In two drives, Thielen had five targets, four receptions, 48 yards receiving and a 16-yard touchdown catch -- the first TD thrown by Young in the preseason. At one point, Thielen looked to have been injured and was taken to the blue tent. He also exchanged some words with the Lions sideline during the ordeal. He emerged from the blue tent with what head coach Frank Reich said was nothing more than getting the wind knocked out and later found the end zone. More than anything, Young needs a strong offensive line. Second to that, the No. 1 overall pick could use a trusty veteran wideout to look to. After Friday, Thielen offered reason to believe he can be that dependable presence for the young QB.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2023-nfl-preseason-week-3-what-we-learned-from-friday-s-tripleheader

NFL hot seat rankings: Mike McCarthy, Josh McDaniels among coaches under pressure entering 2023 season (Seats the could warm up quickly - 11. Dan Campbell, Lions:  Campbell has received a lot of love for his performance with the Lions thus far, and rightfully so. He led the team to a six-win improvement between his first and second season with the team and nearly got them into the playoffs with a 9-8 record in 2022.  So, why could Campbell's seat heat up quickly? Well, the Lions are facing big expectations for the first time in a while. They are expected to be the team to beat in the NFC North and have gotten a lot of love from bettors as a Super Bowl pick. If Campbell can't get the Lions to live up to those expectations, the team could look at his overall record of 12-21-1 and his decision-making, which has been over-aggressive at times, and make him a scapegoat for the team's shortcomings.  It doesn't seem likely that this will happen, nor does it seem likely that Lions players would be in favor of ousting a coach for whom they play hard. But nothing can be ruled out in the NFL, so consider this a potential make-or-break year for Campbell.):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-coaches-fired-2023-odds-rankings/tzqxodgahczsxyk2nooszn6m

Lions predictions 2023: Final standings, win total projections, Super Bowl odds & more to know:  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/lions-predictions-2023-odds/fg4m4sx1b5jvexjxz5fz1abi

Podcast:

Twentyman in the Huddle Episode 58: Derrick Barnes on third season & 5 things to watch in preseason finale:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/derrick-barnes-year-3-5-things-to-watch-lions-panthers-twentyman-in-the-huddle

Video:

HIGHLIGHT: Bridgewater's pass hits Green perfectly in stride for 70-yard TD:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-bridgewater-s-pass-hits-green-perfectly-in-stride-for-70-yard-td

HIGHLIGHT: Reynolds bolts through a seam for 5-yard TD:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-reynolds-bolts-through-a-seam-for-5-yard-td

Antoine Green makes nifty adjustment to snag 12-yard back-shoulder catch:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/antoine-green-makes-nifty-adjustment-to-snag-12-yard-back-shoulder-catch

HIGHLIGHT: Bridgewater lets it rip for 21-yard pass to Cota:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-bridgewater-lets-it-rip-for-21-yard-pass-to-cota

Dylan Drummond looks like he's flying on impressive 5-yard catch:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/dylan-drummond-looks-like-he-s-flying-on-impressive-5-yard-catch



HIGHLIGHT: Lucas' diving catch turns potential TD into INT:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-lucas-diving-catch-turns-potential-td-into-int

Chase Lucas' hit-stick tackle firmly plants his counterpart into turf:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/chase-lucas-hit-stick-tackle-firmly-plants-his-counterpart-into-turf

Steven Gilmore looks like Sean Taylor on hit-stick tackle vs. Shi Smith:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/steven-gilmore-looks-like-sean-taylor-on-hit-stick-tackle-vs-shi-smith

HIGHLIGHT: Okwara & Houston converge for combo sack of Young:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-okwara-houston-converge-for-combo-sack-of-young








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