It’s still too early to talk about the 2017 NFL Draft as we haven’t even gotten to the NFL Combine yet, but let’s face it, it’s never really too early to spark some debate. The Detroit Lions have many needs to address this offseason.
Category: Darius Slay
Detroit Lions 2016 review: Defensive backs better than numbers show
Lions cornerback Darius Slay had a solid 2016 but was hurt by injuries, a common theme for a mostly impressive Detroit defensive back group. (Mike Mulholland The Detroit Lions have wrapped up the 2016 season.
Lions were capable of entertaining, just not contending
Remember when Darius Slay stole back the ball against Philadelphia? And Matthew Stafford rifled that touchdown pass to Anquan Boldin against Washington? Or when Matt Prater hit that 58-yarder as time expired in Minnesota? And then Golden Tate flipped into the end zone in overtime? They came back to win eight games in the fourth quarter or overtime, an NFL record. Their odds of doing that were more than 1 in 32 billion.
Detroit Lions replay: 10 observations from the 17-6 loss to the Giants
When Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay departed Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, New York receiver Odell Beckham Jr. became a wrinkle that was difficult to scheme against. ALLEN PARK — Here are 10 thoughts on the Detroit Lions’ 17-6 loss to the New York Giants after going back over the coaches’ film of the game: 1. The Lions weren’t ready to play this game at the level they’d need to to beat another playoff team in its building.
Detroit Lions getting antsy in race for a playoff spot
The Detroit Lions, despite their loss to the New York Giants, still have an 81.7 percent to make the playoffs, according to maketheplayoffs.com. The Green Bay Packers, though, are on their heels.