Thursday, October 19, 2023

Morning Lions Links for Friday 10-20-23

Articles:


Amon-Ra St. Brown dressed like a leprechaun. Could running back be next on Sunday?:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/10/amon-ra-st-brown-dressed-like-a-leprechaun-could-running-back-be-next-on-sunday.html

Breakout rookie defensive back on track to return for Detroit Lions in Week 7:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/10/breakout-rookie-defensive-back-on-track-to-return-for-detroit-lions-in-week-7.html




Inside the Numbers: Lions Have Even Matchup Against Ravens:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/inside-the-numbers-lions-even-matchup-ravens


With leg healed and defense 'rolling,' Hutchinson determined to score touchdown for Lions:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/detroit-lions-aidan-hutchinson-determined-to-get-touchdown



NFL RB Index, Week 7: Five running backs who could be on the move ahead of trade deadline (11.  David Montgomery - 2023 stats: 5 games | 94 att | 385 rush yds | 4.1 ypc | 6 rush TD | 6 rec | 66 rec yds | 0 rec TD | 1 fumble lost.  The Lions, who are finally having a hot start to their season, could be in some trouble. Both of their star running backs, David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring), are dealing with injuries. Montgomery left the field with a rib injury after playing just 18 snaps in Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay. Entering Week 6's game, Montgomery was third in the NFL in rushing touchdowns and on a four-game touchdown streak. There’s a chance the veteran could miss multiple weeks, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-rb-index-week-7-five-running-backs-who-could-be-on-the-move-ahead-of-trade-d

Ranking five NFL teams in best long-term situations (3. Detroit Lions:  Detroit has built itself into a legitimate Super Bowl contender, starting the regular season with a 5-1 record. Over the last few years, the front office has been stellar at the NFL Draft, bringing aboard players like Aidan Hutchinson, Penei Sewell, Jameson Williams and Amon-Ra St. Brown. While it's still early in their careers, the 2023 draft class also has the makings of a special group headlined by Jahmyr Gibbs, Jack Campbell, Sam LaPorta, and Brian Branch. And that's not even mentioning the potential quarterback of the future in Hendon Hooker. You'll be hard-pressed to find that type of high-end young talent core anywhere else in the league at the moment.   While Jared Goff may not have the individual ceiling of other elite quarterbacks, he is playing at a high level so far this season within Ben Johnson's offense. Currently, Goff -- who is signed through 2024 -- is on pace for a career-high in completion percentage and passer rating. As we mentioned, the team also has a possible replacement for Goff if they decide against extending him in the future in Hooker, meaning there are options are that key position. Detroit also has the seventh-highest amount of salary cap space next offseason, meaning they'll be able to add even more talent onto this roster. They also have all of their meaningful draft picks for the foreseeable future. The key concern going beyond 2023 will be the possible brain drain at the coaching positions. Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn will likely be hot commodities as head coaching candidates over the next few years, so it remains to be seen how Dan Campbell's team could be impacted by their departures.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/ranking-the-five-nfl-teams-in-the-best-long-term-situations-optimism-in-houston-with-arrival-of-c-j-stroud/

Buy, sell or hold: What should each NFL team do at the 2023 trade deadline? (DETROIT LIONS: HOLD
Detroit is not only looking like a team that did well to add some premium talent over the past few offseasons, but they’ve also done a remarkable job of building out depth on both sides of the ball. The return of wide receiver Jameson Williams two weeks prior to his original suspension window was a nice in-season addition, and they’ll get another boost in a month or so from designated pass-rusher James Houston IV.  Detroit doesn’t need to push the envelope with a handful of in-house extensions on the horizon, but a move at cornerback certainly wouldn’t be the worst idea if the right opportunity presents itself. The loss of Emmanuel Moseley out wide was a tough blow, though Jerry Jacobs is a rock-solid former undrafted free agent. Getting one more piece there could help in the long haul.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-buy-sell-hold-what-should-each-nfl-team-do-2023-trade-deadline

Biggest surprise teams from 1st third of NFL season (Detroit Lions - Marvin Jones, Amon-Ra St. Brown.  It's not a surprise that the Lions are good. What is a surprise is that they might be the best team in the NFC. After Week 6 they're 5-1 overall and have four consecutive victories by 14-plus points. Their offense is top five in points and yards, and their defense is top 10 in points and yards allowed. On the offensive side they're as versatile as any team in the league with perhaps the NFL's best offensive line. On defense they bolstered their secondary in the offseason with great success and defensive end Aidan Hutchinson looks like a Defensive Player of the Year candidate. Detroit through a third of the season looks like a legitimate force and a worthy Super Bowl contender.):  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/nfl-biggest-suprises-week-6-chiefs-eagle-texans

Video:

What statement would Lions make with win over Ravens? | 'GMFB':  https://www.nfl.com/videos/what-statement-would-lions-make-with-win-over-ravens-gmfb

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