Morning Lions Links for Friday 10-26-18

Articles:

O'HARA'S WEEK 8 CHECKLIST: Lions vs. Seahawks:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-s-week-8-checklist-lions-vs-seahawks

NOTEBOOK: O-line giving Stafford time in pocket:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/notebook-o-line-giving-stafford-time-in-pocket

Darius Slay, Golden Tate upgraded to full-go at Lions practice:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/darius_slay_golden_tate_upgrad.html

Lions WR Golden Tate has nothing but love for Seahawks:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/golden_tate_puts_hard_feelings.html

Snacks Harrison's locker already stocked with Fritos and Doritos and Honey Buns and:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/snacks_harrisons_locker_alread.html

Lack of turnovers aids Lions' turnaround:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/detroit-lions-turnaround-sparked-lack-turnovers/1766784002/

Kerryon Johnson's teammates plead for haircut:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/detroit-lions-kerryon-johnson/1767060002/

Lions' Stafford thriving with improved protection:   https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/improved-pass-protection-has-lions-qb-matthew-stafford-thriving/1767497002/

Lions' Tate grateful for Carroll's patience:   https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/lions-tate-grateful-carrolls-tutelage-and-patience/1766651002/

Snacks for Snacks: Lions' Tate spoils Harrison:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/snacks-snacks-golden-tate-takes-care-new-teammate-damon-harrison/1766601002/

Lions welcome Damon ‘Snacks’ Harrison with open arms and a box of snacks:   https://lionslowdown.com/2018/10/25/lions-welcome-damon-snacks-harrison-with-open-arms-and-a-box-of-snacks/

Lions run game improvement goes beyond the players:   https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/26/lions-run-game-improvement-goes-beyond-the-players/

Pete Carroll is a big Matthew Stafford fan:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/26/pete-carroll-is-a-big-matthew-stafford-fan/

Matthew Stafford dominating with the play action pass:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Matthew-Stafford-Lions-play-action-pass-123803252/

Lions hope Snacks Harrison can help stuff Seahawks on ground:   https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/lions-hope-snacks-harrison-can-help-stuff-seahawks-on-ground-102518

32 NFL Observations, Week 7 (Detroit Lions: While Kenny Golladay typically lines up out wide, when he’s in the slot he’s caught seven passes for 173 yards. His 23.3 yards per catch from the slot are the most in the league.):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-32-nfl-observations-week-7-2

NFL Week 8 FOX Seattle Seahawks @ Detroit Lions Preview:   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-nfl-week-8-fox-seattle-seahawks-detroit-lions-preview

QB Index, Week 8: Five long-shot trade candidates (15. Stafford:
Stafford wasn't ranked in the top 25 in my grading system after three weeks this season. He's been top-five over the last three games.):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000978178/article/qb-index-week-8-five-longshot-trade-candidates

The 7 NFL teams that are most desperate for a win in Week 8 (The 3-3 Lions are a defensive stop away against the Cowboys in Week 4 from being winners of four straight games. A big win over the Seahawks at home will help them keep pace in the NFC North and put them in a good position in the NFC as the second half of the season begins. After an ugly 0-2 start to start to the season, the Lions are actually looking like they could be contenders. They just have to avoid looking like the same-old Lions and go out and make a statement in Week 8.):   https://ftw.usatoday.com/2018/10/nfl-most-desperate-teams-for-week-8-wins

Damon Harrison could play 17 regular-season games:   https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/10/25/damon-harrison-could-play-17-regular-season-games/

Video:

Stafford on Seahawks preparation:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/stafford-on-seahawks-preparation

Tate on facing the Seahawks:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/tate-on-facing-the-seahawks

Blount on facing Seahawks:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/blount-on-facing-seahawks

Hyder Jr. on Courage Award:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/hyder-jr-on-courage-award

Kennard on Harrison acquisition:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/kennard-on-harrison-acquisition

X's and O's with Dan Orlovsky: Week 8:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/x-s-o-s-with-dan-orlovsky-week-8

Lions have Snacks; can he help beat Seattle?:   https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/detroit-lions-now-have-snacks-can-he-help-them-beat-seattle-seahawks/1765248002/

 WATCH: Miller goes one-on-one with Taylor Decker:  http://www.fox2detroit.com/sports/watch-miller-goes-one-on-one-with-taylor-decker

Lions' rush defense crucial vs. Seahawks:   http://www.espn.com/video/clip?id=25085510
 Manning dissects Stafford in latest detail:   http://www.espn.com/video/clip?id=25081157

Afternoon Lions Links for Thursday 10-25-18

Articles:

Lions vs. Seahawks practice report: Oct. 25:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-vs-seahawks-practice-report-oct-25

TWENTYMAN: Trading for Harrison could improve Lions' run defense:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/twentyman-trading-for-harrison-could-improve-lions-run-defense

NFC NORTH: Biggest headlines surrounding each team:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/nfc-north-biggest-headlines-surrounding-each-team

O’HARA’S SCOUTING REPORT: Seattle Seahawks:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-s-scouting-report-seattle-seahawks

Damon 'Snacks' Harrison suits up for first Lions practice; Theo Riddick out:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/damon_snacks_harrison_suits_up.html

GM Bob Quinn has been killing it for the Lions:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/gm_bob_quinn_has_been_killing.html

Lions make Damon 'Snacks' Harrison deal official, cut Sylvester Williams:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/lions_make_damon_snacks_harris.html

Lions are 3-point favorites over Seahawks after back-to-back wins:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/lions_are_3-point_favorites_ov.html

Lions know: You can't sleep on Russell WIlson:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/russell-wilson-running-detroit-lions/1761908002/

Lions mailbag: Who wins the NFC North now?:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-trade/1753401002/

Lions mailbag: Readers have an appetite for 'Snacks':  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/detroit-lions-mailbag-readers-have-appetite-damon-snacks-harrison/1760074002/

Ricky Jean Francois wants Lions fans rowdy vs. Seahawks:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-Seahawks-Ricky-Jean-Francois-wants-Ford-Field-noisy-123772494/

Damon Harrison has best run stuff percentage on Lions:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-top-NFL-run-stuff-percentage-123770514/

Lions called winner of Damon Harrison trade:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-trade-Lions-winner-Max-Kellerman-123757215/

Vegas watch: Lions holding steady as 3-point favorites vs. Seahawks:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/25/vegas-watch-lions-holding-steady-as-3-point-favorites-vs-seahawks/

Video:

Lions face big challenge in Seattle's run game:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lions-face-big-challenge-in-seattle-s-run-game

Detroit Lions' Matthew Stafford discusses limited pressure:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-commends-entire-offense-limited-pressures-faced/1766158002/

Damon Harrison Highlights:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/damon-harrison-highlights

Watch Damon Harrison's first practice with Lions:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-first-Lions-practice-video-123784012/

Morning Lions Links for Thursday 10-25-18

Articles:

NOTEBOOK: Rookie Hand continues to impress:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/notebook-rookie-hand-continues-to-impress

Lions RB Kerryon Johnson up to fourth-best odds for rookie of the year:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/lions_rb_kerryon_johnson_up_to.html

Lions pass rush could also see a small boost with Damon Harrison:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/ricky_jean_francois_lions_pass.html

Many Giants fans crushed team traded Damon 'Snacks' Harrison to Lions:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/many_giants_fans_devastated_te.html

Jarrad Davis misses Lions practice with calf injury, Darius Slay slowed by toe:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/jarrad_davis_misses_lions_prac.html

Does Damon Harrison make Detroit Lions division favorite?:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/25/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-trade/1753401002/

Lions 'super excited' to get DT Damon Harrison:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-trade-giants/1755957002/

Monarrez: Harrison trade means Lions are all in:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-trade/1754774002/

Rogers: Lions pull off masterful move in snagging Damon Harrison:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/rogers-detroit-lions-pull-off-masterful-move-snagging-damon-harrison/1753719002/

Lions players cautiously optimistic about Harrison trade:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-players-cautiously-optimistic-damon-harrison-trade/1756230002/

Lions worked out DT Ziggy Hood prior to trade for Damon Harrison:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/25/lions-worked-out-dt-ziggy-hood-prior-to-trade-for-damon-harrison/

Damon Harrison cited as NFL's toughest tackle to deal with:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-trade-top-NFL-defensive-tackle-123752676/

Lions may be the winners of the Patriots-49ers Jimmy Garoppolo trade:  https://sports.yahoo.com/lions-may-winners-patriots-49ers-090110767.html

Pete Carroll anticipates K.J. Wright, Ed Dickson will play this week against Lions:  https://sports.yahoo.com/pete-carroll-anticipates-k-j-034249095.html

Lions steal NFL's best run defender in Damon Harrison away from the Giants:  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-lions-steal-nfls-best-run-defender-in-damon-harrison-away-from-the-giants

2018 NFL rookie rankings through Week 7 (4. DA’SHAWN HAND, DI, DETROIT LIONS (PFF Overall Grade: 89.6):  Hand currently ranks ninth out of 117 interior defenders who’ve seen at least 100 defensive snaps this season, and his 88.0 pass-rushing grade ranks fourth among the group. The fourth-round pick has been a consistent force among Detroit’s defensive line, earning overall grades of at least 77.6 in five of six games so far this season. Out of 139 interior defenders who’ve rushed the QB at least 25 times this season, the former Alabama star ranks 16th with an 11.7% pressure percentage, and he’s one of just three interior defenders to have recorded multiple strip sacks.  10. KERRYON JOHNSON, HB, DETROIT LIONS (PFF Overall Grade: 79.8):  Johnson ranks fifth among HBs in terms of overall grade and he, like Barkley, is one of three running backs this season who rank within the top-10 in both rushing and receiving grade (Barkley has more than doubled Johnson’s snap count to date if you’re currently wondering why Barkley is ahead of him on this list). Out of the 41 running backs who’ve run the ball at least 50 times this season, Johnson is tied for ninth with a first down/touchdown rate of 25.0% and his average of 3.4 yards gained after contact is tied for seventh.):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-2018-nfl-rookie-rankings-through-week-7

NFL Secret Superstars – Week 7 (Da’Shawn Hand, DI, Detroit Lions (Week 7 Grade: 89.9):  Rookie fourth-round pick Da’Shawn Hand has flown under the radar as one of the NFL’s top defenders through seven weeks, earning 77.0-plus single-game grades in five of his six games so far this season. And in Week 7, Hand took his strong start in the big leagues to the next level.  Hand logged a career-high eight total pressures (all hurries) against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, earning an elite 90.0 pass-rush grade in the process. He has now totaled 15 pressures in his 137 pass-rush snaps this season and ranks T-10th in pass-rush productivity (6.7) among qualifiers at his position. His 89.6 overall grade so far this season now leads all rookie defenders with 100-plus snaps on the year.):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-nfl-secret-superstars-week-7

Seahawks begin rough road with visit to Lions:  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/seahawks-begin-rough-road-with-visit-to-lions/

Grades:

Walterfootball Grades (Lions acquire NT Snacks Harrison from Giants for 2019 5th-round pick: The Lions are in the playoff race, as they're just one game behind the Vikings. However, they really needed to improve their atrocious defense. They've struggled against both the run and the pass, but at least the former aspect will be helped by this trade.  Snacks Harrison is a 350-pound run-stuffing nose tackle. He's excellent at what he does, as he's the primary reason why the Giants were so good at defending ground attacks this year. He'll help the Lions clamp down on the run when they battle Dalvin Cook/Latavius Murray, and his presence will be huge in other matchups. A fifth-round pick for him is well worth it, though the Lions still need to figure out how to improve their linebacking corps and secondary.   The Giants, meanwhile, need to rebuild. Their season is over, so acquiring draft picks for veterans is the correct course of action. An extra fifth-round pick seems like fair compensation for Harrison.  I love this trade for both teams. I'd say the Lions get the slight edge because Harrison could help put them over the top in a tight divisional race, but the Giants did a good job in helping their rebuilding efforts.  Grade for Lions - A.  Grade for Giants - A-):   http://walterfootball.com/nfltrades.ph

Articles from Opposing Teams Media:

Seahawks' Pete Carroll speaks on clash with Detroit Lions in Week 8: https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/seahawks/slideshow/Carroll-on-Lions-match-up-186554.php

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll says Lions' WR Golden Tate is athletically artistic:  https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/seahawks/article/Seahawks-coach-Pete-Carroll-says-former-Seahawk-13334164.php

Video:

Quin on facing Seattle's offense:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/quin-on-facing-seattle-s-offense

Jean Francois on needing to improve run defense:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/jean-francois-on-needing-to-improve-run-defense

Daniel Jeremiah's Top 5 rookie performances | Week 7 (Kerryon Johnson is number 1):   http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap3000000978075/Daniel-Jeremiah-s-Top-5-rookie-performances-Week-7

Seahawks vs. Colts Week 8 preview | Baldy's Breakdown:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap3000000978135/Seahawks-vs-Colts-Week-8-preview-Baldy-s-Breakdown#

Afternoon Lions Links for Wednesday 10-24-18

Lions vs. Seahawks practice report: Oct. 24:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-vs-seahawks-practice-report-oct-24

Week 8 opponent: What the Seahawks are saying:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/week-8-opponent-what-the-seahawks-are-saying

STATS PACK: Where Stafford's QB rating streak ranks:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/stats-pack-where-stafford-s-qb-rating-streak-ranks

Theo Riddick, Darius Slay, Jarrad Davis appear limited at Lions practice:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/theo_riddick_darius_slay_jarra.html

The real cost in the Lions' trade of Damon Harrison isn't the draft pick:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/the_real_cost_in_trading_for_d.html

Lions fans can't believe Detroit got 'Snacks' Harrison for peanuts:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/lions_fans_cant_believe_detroi.html

Matt Patricia confirms trade talks with Giants, but Damon Harrison deal not done:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/matt_patricia_confirms_trade_t.html

5 things to watch: What is Damon Harrison's impact after trade to Detroit?:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/5_things_to_watch_what_is_damo.html

Trade! Detroit Lions swing deal for Giants DT Damon 'Snacks' Harrison:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/trade_detroit_lions_swing_deal.html

Pete Carroll: Damon Harrison 'a great get' for Detroit Lions:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-pete-carroll/1752209002/

Lions make big trade for DT Damon Harrison:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-new-york-giants-trade/1748291002/

Lions get DT Harrison: What does trade mean?:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-trade/1749437002/

Damon Harrison asks: 'Detroit what up????':   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-detroit-what-up/1750955002/

Everyone loves Lions' trade for 'Snacks' Harrison:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-damon-harrison-trade/1748419002/

Why new Lions DT Harrison is nicknamed 'Snacks':  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/damon-harrison-nickname-detroit-lions/1748364002/

Lions had extra '19 draft picks to burn in trade:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/damon-harrison-trade-giants-detroit-lions/1748432002/

All Lions practice, but key players look banged up:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/all-detroit-lions-practice-wednesday-but-key-players-look-banged-up/1751706002/

What they're saying: Lions reportedly add Damon Harrison:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/what-theyre-saying-detroit-lions-reportedly-land-damon-harrison/1749751002/

Meet Damon Harrison:   https://www.detroitnews.com/picture-gallery/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/meet-damon-harrison/1748555002/

Lions commit to win-now mode with trade for Damon Harrison:   http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/34553/lions-commit-to-win-now-mode-with-trade-for-damon-harrison

Lions add RB Bouagnon to practice squad, release TE Cunningham:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/24/lions-add-rb-bouagnon-to-practice-squad-release-te-cunningham/

What Lions are getting with Damon Harrison trade:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/24/damon-harrison-what-the-lions-are-getting/

NFL analysts, Twitter love the Lions trading for Damon Harrison:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/24/nfl-analysts-twitter-love-the-lions-trading-for-damon-harrison/

Roster impact of the Lions acquiring Damon Harrison:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/24/roster-impact-of-the-lions-acquiring-damon-harrison/

Colin Cowherd likes Lions aggressive move for Damon Harrison:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-trade-Colin-Cowherd-Packers-123749766/

Pete Carroll wants Damon Harrison to take time getting to Lions:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-trade-Lions-Pete-Carroll-reacts-123747233/

Damon Harrison reacts to joining the Lions:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-trade-reaction-123743931/

Damon Harrison once didn't want to play for uninterested Lions:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-trade-2012-NFL-Draft--123741284/

Five moves Lions should consider after Damon Harrison trade:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-trade-next-moves-to-consider-123737404/

Analysts: Lions get smart steal with Damon Harrison trade:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-trade-analyst-says-steal-123735421/

Damon Harrison gives Lions best interior stuffer in NFL:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Damon-Harrison-Lions-trade-run-stopper-123732827/

Video:

Patricia on preparing for Seahawks:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricia-on-preparing-for-seahawks

Why Lions getting Damon Harrison is great move:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-trading-damon-harrison-great-move-heres-why/1751075002/

Lions trade for Damon Harrison: Who's 'Snacks'?:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/detroit-lions-trade-damon-harrison-who-snacks/1750364002/

Lions Lowdown: On the trade for 'Snacks' Harrison:  https://www.detroitnews.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/24/lions-lowdown-seahawks-up-next/1751847002/

Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 10-24-18

Articles:

Lions don't need major trade; DT would be nice:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/detroit-lions-nfl-trade-deadline/1743762002/

Lions film review: 5 observations vs. Dolphins:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/detroit-lions-film-review-5-observations-vs-dolphins/1743110002/

Seahawks Will Shine Spotlight On Lions' Biggest Weakness:  https://971theticket.radio.com/articles/seahawks-will-shine-spotlight-lions-biggest-weakness

Lions' big three at WR is solidified, but don't forget about TJ Jones:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/23/lions-big-three-at-wr-is-solidified-but-dont-forget-about-tj-jones/

Jim Bob Cooter praises the Lions underappreciated tight ends:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/23/jim-bob-cooter-praises-the-lions-underappreciated-tight-ends/

Key players to watch in Lions vs. Seahawks:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/ContentGallery/Lions-Seahawks-key-players-to-watch-123716915/

Da'Shawn Hand is even better than he was at 'Bama, owns top overall grade among rookie defenders:   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-dashawn-hand-is-even-better-than-he-was-at-bama-owns-top-overall-grade-among-rookie-defenders

Kerryon Johnson, Marlon Mack make indefensible case for more touches:  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-kerryon-johnson-marlon-mack-make-indefensible-case-for-more-touches

15 stats to know from Week 7 in the NFL (JARRAD DAVIS IS THE KING OF THE BLITZ - Through Week 7, Detroit Lions second-year linebacker Jarrad Davis leads all non-defensive linemen with at least 25 pass-rush snaps in pressure percentage (37.1), logging 13 pressures across his 35 pass-rush snaps.):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-15-stats-to-know-from-week-7-in-the-nfl

Ranking all 32 NFL teams' coverage units after Week 7 (30. Lions (TEAM COVERAGE GRADE: 53.4; Forced Incompletion %: 10.1 (19th); Team Passer Rating Allowed%: 115.8 (30th); Top Coverage Defender (Coverage Grade): CB Darius Slay (64.8)):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-ranking-all-32-nfl-teams-coverage-units-after-week-7

NFL trade targets: 15 players who could be moving (Lions WR Golden Tate: Parting with him might seem like an odd move for a Detroit team in the thick of the NFC North race. But Tate is an impending free agent, and Marvin Jones and emerging standout Kenny Golladay appear to be the present and future at wide receiver. Still a reliable target and one of the league's best threats after the catch (fourth at his position with 232 yards this year), Tate can immediately elevate an underachieving passing game.):   https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2018/10/23/nfl-trade-deadline-players-targets-patrick-peterson-demaryius-thomas/1735603002/

Articles from Opposing Teams Media:

Detroit Lions Seattle Seahawks preview:  https://www.thenewstribune.com/sports/article220512195.html

Video:

PFF 90 Club: Highest-graded players | Week 7:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap3000000977750/PFF-90-Club-Highest-graded-players-Week-7

Week 8 Power Rankings

NFL.com Power Rankings (12. Lions:  Secure first road win of the season? Check. Climb back into the NFC playoff race? Check.Finally uncover a lead running back? Geez, I hope so. The Lions have gone through Kevin Smith, Jahvid Best, Mikel Leshoure (almost forgot him), Zach Zenner, Joique Bell andAmeer Abdullah while searching for one. Rookie Kerryon Johnson was a huge part of the offense on Sunday, rushing for 158 yards on just 19 carries, adding a couple of catches for good measure. Detroit held the ball for nearly 34 minutes Sunday in Miami, which helps the side of the ball that, well, needs the help.): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000977683/article/nfl-power-rankings-week-8-redskins-hit-top-10-jags-plummet

Freep Power Rankings (13. Lions):   https://www.freep.com/picture-gallery/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/nfl-power-rankings-detroit-lions/1738999002/

MLive's Week 8 power rankings: Lions continue to climb after first road win (13. Lions:  The wins over the Patriots and Packers will get more hype, as they should, as they were everything the Lions in recent years have not been able to pull off very much. But Sunday's road trip into upper-80s heat against a team that plays so well at home showed off where this team has improved in a few different places. The running game was the most obvious, as it had the ability to run it up and down and seal a game on the road, something that seemingly never happens for the Lions. The defensive line play was better as well, making the defense a little more manageable. Detroit still needs to play from in front and win time of possession to survive what it lacks in the front seven, but that strategy has worked in three of the past four games.):  https://www.mlive.com/expo/sports/erry-2018/10/89ddf608073203/mlives-week-8-power-rankings-l.html

CBS Power Rankings (14. Lions:  They ran the ball right through Miami, but now they need to keep doing it. Kerryon Johnson is for real.): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-8-power-rankings-offense-wins-championships-rams-saints-patriots-and-chiefs-changing-the-narrative/

Pro Football Weekly's Week 8 power rankings (14. Lions (3-3) — Slipped Detroit ahead of Chicago for quality of victories):   https://www.profootballweekly.com/lists/2018/10/23/8f56e5bda9684563bcb7ec16ef98adb8/index.xml?page=3

PFT Power Rankings (15. Lions (3-3; No. 20): Kerryon Johnson could lift the Lions to a division title.): https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/10/23/week-eight-power-rankings-8/

Yahoo Power Rankings (15. Detroit Lions (3-3, LW: 18):  The Lions can run the ball all of a sudden? They went eons without a 100-yard rusher, then Kerryon Johnson broke that streak earlier this season and had 158 yards Sunday. He had more than 100 yards on his first four carries Sunday against the Dolphins. The Lions traded up to draft Johnson in the second round, and that looks like a smart move.):  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl-power-rankings-good-rams-16-0-good-041625778.html

SI Power Rankings (16. Lions: It’s tough to figure out how good the Lions are every week, but three wins in four weeks is a nice stretch for Matt Patricia’s squad.): https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/10/23/nfl-power-rankings-2018

AP Pro32 (17. Lions):  https://www.pro32.ap.org/poll

NFL RealGM Power Rankings (17. Lions):   https://football.realgm.com/analysis/3085/NFL-Team-Rankings-Week-7

SN Power Rankings (18. Detroit Lions 3-3 (last week: 22):  The Lions came out running the ball and playing some smashing defense under Matt Patricia after their bye. Given where they were after the Week 1 Monday night disaster, his Patriot Way is making an impact.):  http://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-power-rankings-week-8-redskins-texans-eagles-jaguars-packers/1esio0sr8wl5w1onry5eu1j1fo

USA Today Power Rankings (19. Lions (23): Matthew Stafford threw 22 passes Sunday, second fewest of his career in a game he completed. He threw 21 in the other, also a Detroit win.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2018/10/23/week-8-nfl-power-rankings-panthers-redskins-eagles-rams/1728922002/

ESPN Power Rankings (20.  Lions:   Need more from: DE Ezekiel Ansah. The Lions gave Ansah the franchise tag this offseason, but the edge rusher has not played since Week 1 because of a shoulder injury. Without their best pass-rusher, the Lions rank 25th in pressure rate (25.8 percent). -- Xie): http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/25055742/nfl-week-8-power-rankings-2018-players-need-step-all-32-teams

Walter football Power Rankings (20. Lions):  http://walterfootball.com/nflpowerrankings.php

Average Power Ranking (223/14):  16

Evening Lions Links for Tuesday 10-23-18

Articles:

10 takeaways from Cooter & Pasqualoni:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/10-takeaways-from-cooter-pasqualoni-x6067

O’HARA: What we learned from Week 7:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-what-we-learned-from-week-7

FILM REVIEW: Breaking down Johnson's 71-yard run:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/film-review-breaking-down-johnson-s-71-yard-run

Don't believe the numbers. Teez Tabor was solid against Miami.:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/10/dont_believe_the_numbers_teez.html

MSU's Joshua Langford saw potential early in childhood friend Kerryon Johnson:   https://www.mlive.com/spartans/index.ssf/2018/10/msus_joshua_langford_saw_poten.html

Lions film review: Johnson long run was perfect:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/detroit-lions-film-review-kerryon-johnson-long-run/1737942002/

Lions' Tate on trade block? 16 possible moves: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/nfl-trade-deadline/1739383002/

Lions' Patricia shows personality on Twitter: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/detroit-lions-matt-patricia-personality-twitter/1734170002/

We asked Lions: What if you won Mega Millions?:   https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/detroit-lions-possibly-winning-1-6-billion-mega-millions-jackpot/1737289002/

Lions' Bellore moving in 'right direction' at FB:   https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/like-lions-run-game-fullback-nick-bellore-heading-right-direction/1740879002/

Lions feel love, 'energy' from true-blue fans in Miami:   https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/10/23/detroit-lions-feel-love-energy-true-blue-fans-miami/1741359002/

How Kerryon Johnson compares to other rookie RBs:   https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/23/how-kerryon-johnson-compares-with-other-rookie-rbs/

Recognition from Ninja makes Prater a 'cool dad' in his kids eyes:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/23/recognition-from-ninja-makes-prater-a-cool-dad-in-his-kids-eyes/

Brian Baldinger shows why Lions run game is dominating:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-run-game-Brian-Baldinger-explains-dominance-123698619/

Resetting the Lions 2018 schedule for the second half:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/ContentGallery/Lions-schedule-reset-second-half-2018-123704999/

Lions vs. Seahawks key matchups:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-Seahawks-key-matchups-to-watch-123697218/

Luke Willson reflects on winning in Seattle as Lions face Seahawks:   http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/34549/luke-willson-reflects-on-winning-in-seattle-as-lions-face-seahawks

Articles from Opposing Teams Media:

5 things to know about the Seahawks' next opponent, the Detroit Lions:  https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/five-things-to-know-about-the-seahawks-next-opponent-the-detroit-lions/

Video:

Sights and Sounds: Week 7 vs. Dolphins:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/sights-and-sounds-week-7-vs-dolphins