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Author: Russ Thomas

Lions 53 Man Roster Prediction

August 17, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on Lions 53 Man Roster Prediction

Training camp and the pre-season are in full swing around the NFL. It is the perfect time to take a look at the potential 53 man roster for the Detroit Lions before the September 1st (75 man) and September 5th (53 man) cut dates. Quarterback (3) Matt Stafford is the clear cut starter. Backup quarterbacks […]

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NFC North Comparison Prediction Series: QB and RB

August 8, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on NFC North Comparison Prediction Series: QB and RB

You loved my Lions bold predictions so much that you demanded more. Thanks to BWC, I’ve decided to write a comparison prediction series for some key position groups across the NFC North. We’ll start by looking at QBs and RBs. Quarterback The NFC North has a good mix of QBs. Rodgers is an elite talent. […]

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Deep Thoughts with LKP

August 4, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on Deep Thoughts with LKP

Pressure Stats Pressure on the quarterback is one key to having a good defense. However, the difference between a good pass rushing team and an average one is surprisingly minimal. For instance, Detroit was 3rd in QB hits with 75 and 4th in QB hurries with 193 in 2014. The league average for hits was […]

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Detroit Lions Training Camp Primer

July 30, 2015July 30, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on Detroit Lions Training Camp Primer

The Detroit Lions begin training camp on August 3rd. Let’s take a look at some of the interesting health news and position battles to watch in Allen Park during Training Camp in 2015. Camp Battles Third WR The Lions have several WRS that could win the third WR job. Lance Moore was added in free […]

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