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17Dec

Compare Lions to Packers 2012 Draft Picks

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2012 Draft Classes

1/23 Lions: Riley Reiff, OT, Iowa 




1/28 Packers: Nick Perry, DE/OLB, USC


2/54 Lions: Ryan Broyles, WR, Oklahoma  


2/51 Packers: Jerel Worthy, DT, Michigan State


2/62 Packers: Casey Hayward, CB, Vanderbilt


3/85 Lions: Dwight Bentley, CB, Louisiana-Lafayette


4/123 Packers: Mike Daniels, DT, Iowa


4/125 Lions: Ronnell Lewis, OLB, Oklahoma


4/133 Packers: Jerron McMillian, S, Maine


5/138 Lions: Tahir Whitehead, OLB, Temple


5/148 Lions: Chris Greenwood, CB, Albion


5/163  Packers: Terrell Manning, OLB, N.C. State


6/196 Lions: Johnte Green, CB, New Mexico State


7/223 Lions: Travis Lewis, OLB, Oklahoma


7/241 Packers: Andrew Datko, OT, Florida St.


7/243 Packers: B.J. Coleman, QB, Tennessee-Chattanooga

					

				

			

			
						
				
			
			
						
				
			
			
						
				
			


				


					
10Sep



					

						
Lions recap (*wipes sweat from forehead* PHEW!)

						
						

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I’m not going to lie, before yesterday’s game I had a conversation with not one or two, but three different people about how easily the game could turn into a blowout. I chuckled along in agreement, suppressing the knowledge that in the NFL any team on any Sunday (or Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and now Wednesday), can win against anyone. Looking at the match-up though, how could the Lions lose to the Rams? Our offensive firepower vs. their remade defense should turn out in our favor, and even with our less-than-spectacular (putting it mildly) secondary, they lack offensive weapons. (more…)

					

				

			

			
						
				
			


				


					
10Sep



					

						
A Lions Win, Nonetheless

						
						

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With all this talent, you would think that the Lions would’ve walked all over the 2-14 St. Louis Rams today. Well…they actually did, but the final score of 27-24 simply doesn’t reflect that at all. The Lions came out on the first drive and drove right down the field at ease, until Matthew Stafford threw an interception on the 3 yard line. Stafford had an uncharacteristic first half, throwing 3 interceptions, 2 of which were in the red zone, and the other was returned for a St. Louis Touchdown. Stafford just looked out of sync. It seemed to be some sort of first game jitters, combined with the impressive defense that Rams Head Coach Jeff Fisher always seems to put together. He’s the third winningest active Head Coach in the NFL. Nonetheless, the Lions were still only down by three points, 13-10, at halftime. (more…)

					

				

			

			
						
				
			
			
						
				
			


				


					
05Sep



					

						
Lions verse AFC South

						
						

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Every year each NFL division plays two other full divisions besides their own, one in the NFC and one in the AFC. This year, the NFC North will play the AFC South. Here’s a look at how the Lions match-up against the AFC South:


Week 3 at Tennessee (more…)

					

				

			

			
						
				
			


				


					
04Sep



					

						
Detroit Lions Schedule by @jgysel

						
						

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​Having looked at the individual match-ups of the season, it’s hard not to think the schedule looks easier this year than previous years. That’s par for the course in the NFL, however, and it’s about time we are matched with another division that isn’t stacked, (maybe even two). The key to this season will unquestionably be the games against the NFC North, along with winning the games that should be won. I remember growing up the Lions would win the games they should have lost and would lose the games they should win. They can’t afford for that to happen this season. Here’s a look at my season prediction in terms of simple win/loss:


​1 – St. Louis – Win

​2 – @ San Francisco – Win

​3 – @ Tennessee – Win

​4 – Minnesota – Win

​6 – @ Philadelphia – Loss

​7 – @ Chicago – Loss

​8 – Seattle – Win

​9 – @ Jacksonville – Win

​10 – @ Minnesota – Win

​11 – Green Bay – Loss

​12 – Houston – Win

​13 – Indianapolis – Win

​14 – @ Green Bay – Win

​15 – @ Arizona – Win

​16 – Atlanta – Loss

​17 – Chicago – Win


​Looking over the schedule it’s hard not to get excited. Maybe it’s because for the first time in a long time, the Lions can realistically beat anybody. I’m sure my opinion will change once the preseason gets rolling and the real action starts, but looking from the outset of training camp, and I think 12-4 is very realistic.


—Jake Gysel Twitter: @jgysel 

					

				

			

			
						
				
			


				


					
03Sep



					

						
Lions On The Hot Seat

						
						

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There are two kinds of players to watch: those with their stock trending up, and those with their stock trending down. It’s easy to pick out players who could have break-out years, but every season the NFL is filled with once-good players who take a step back. Here’s a look at a few players who not only could see their arrow continue moving down, but could be looking for a new job next season:


Dominic Raiola – C


It’s no secret to anyone who follows me @L1onsNation that Dom Raiola is my least favorite Lion. For as long as I can remember he’s been revered as a top center in the league, and I’ve never been able to figure out why. He’s small, he gets easily pushed around, and he makes unbelievably bad decisions. Yes, he’s good in the locker room and he’d die to protect a teammate, but he’s not the only one. How long can you sacrifice talent on the field for an enforcer? The offensive line has been a contentious issue in Detroit for years, and Raiola is the weak link, (though there is admittedly more than one weak link). Raiola was graded by Pro Football Focus as an above average pass blocker last season; much worse as a run blocker. And he’s 33 in the final year of his contract. Don’t be surprised to see someone new snapping to Stafford next season. (more…)

					

				

			

			
						
				
			


				


					
03Sep



					

						
Why Ryan Broyles? And A Look At The Lions DB’s

						
						

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I’m still on the fence about the Ryan Broyles pick in this years draft. I am totally on board with taking the best player available (BPA). The problem is the players taken between Broyles and Bill Bentley will get so much evaluation this season. The Lions need better play on the defensive side of the ball (The whole defense). I know Broyles can play. I know he will help the Lions. Outside of Calvin Johnson, Nate Burleson, and Titus Young no other wide receiver had more than 4 catches. I am going to assume that until the Lions play games without punting they will continue to take the BPA. (more…)